Chrysler Pacifica Recall: Battery Fire Risk in PHEV Vehicles
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Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling 2020-2022 Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid Electric vehicles due to a battery pack that may cause a fire even when parked.
What this NHTSA vehicle recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by NHTSA on June 24, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Vehicle Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles. The battery pack may cause a vehicle fire, even when the vehicle is parked with the ignition in the "Off" position.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall affects certain 2020-2022 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles. A total of 51,831 units are affected. The NHTSA Campaign Number is 26V362000 and FCA US LLC's number for this recall is 52D.
What You Should Do
Owners are advised not to charge their vehicles and to park outside and away from structures until their vehicle is repaired. Dealers will update the high voltage battery pack control module software. In addition, dealers will inspect and replace the battery pack assembly, as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 23, 2026. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. The Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on June 11, 2026.
Why This Matters
A vehicle fire increases the risk of injury.
Source
Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗
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Frequently Asked Questions
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