Recall 23V623000: Alfa Romeo Tonale, Alfa Romeo Tonale Phev, Dodge Hornet
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
Park outside: because of the fire risk, owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until repaired.
Summary
The problem. Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Alfa Romeo Tonale and 2023-2024 Dodge Hornet plug-in hybrid electric vehicles. The 12-volt battery positive cable and/or high voltage connector cable may not be tightened properly, which can overheat the electrical connections and result in a fire while parked or driving.
The risk. A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
The fix. Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will inspect and tighten the cable connections as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 28, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 98A.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 23V623000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 98A
- Manufacturer
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
- Report received
- September 7, 2023
- Owners notified
- September 28, 2023
- Units affected
- 4,129
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
Affected vehicles
Is your car affected? Only a VIN check tells you whether a specific vehicle is included and still unrepaired – use NHTSA's lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call the manufacturer. Recall repairs are free.