More than one million Jeeps recalled due to fire risk even when parked
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June 9, 2026 — Detroit. Stellantis’ Chrysler brand is recalling more than 1 million Jeep SUVs worldwide after identifying a defect that could cause the vehicles to catch fire even when the engine is turned off, according to documents filed with U.S. safety regulators.
The recall covers certain 2014–2020 Jeep Cherokee models, which the company says may experience an electrical short in the power‑liftgate module. Chrysler told the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration that the defect could lead to an engine‑compartment fire, regardless of whether the vehicle is running.
They are ICE vehicles — not electric.
The recall covers 2014–2020 Jeep Cherokee models equipped with a gasoline internal‑combustion engine. These vehicles use a powered liftgate module that can short‑circuit and ignite, which is why Chrysler/Stellantis is warning owners to park them outside and away from structures.
Stellantis said it is aware of nearly 50 fire incidents, though no injuries have been reported. Owners are being urged to park the vehicles outdoors and away from structures until repairs are completed.
Dealers will inspect and replace affected components at no cost to customers. Chrysler said replacement parts are being prepared and that owners will receive formal notification in the coming weeks.
The recall adds to a growing list of fire‑related safety campaigns across the auto industry, as manufacturers face heightened scrutiny over aging electrical systems and the increasing complexity of modern vehicles.
- The Jeep Cherokee during those model years was sold only with gasoline engines (2.4L Tigershark or 3.2L Pentastar V6).
- There was no electric or plug‑in hybrid version of the Cherokee in that generation.
- The defect involves the power‑liftgate control module, a component unrelated to EV battery systems.
✔ What the recall is not about:
- Not an EV battery fire issue
- Not related to charging
- Not related to hybrid systems
This is a traditional ICE‑vehicle electrical‑short fire risk, similar to other recalls involving liftgate modules, wiring harnesses, and body‑control electronics.
Further Reading:
https://www.ctvnews.ca/business/article/stellantis-tells-owners-of-13-million-j…
https://globalnews.ca/news/11895997/one-million-jeep-vehicles-recalled-fire-haz…
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/chrysler-recall-jeeps-catch-fire-even-turned-off/