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NHTSA Recall 23V623000: Cables (electrical system) and fastener/connector (electrical system)

Park outside Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 4,129 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Alfa Romeo Tonale.

4,129
vehicles potentially affected
3
models affected
2023
owners notified (September 28)
NHTSA campaign23V623000
Manufacturer campaign98A
ComponentsELECTRICAL SYSTEM › 12V/24V/48V BATTERY › CABLES; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › PROPULSION SYSTEM › CABLES › FASTENER/CONNECTOR
Report receivedSeptember 7, 2023
Owner notificationSeptember 28, 2023
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

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.

Safety risk

A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy

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.

Notes

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.

Vehicles covered by recall 23V623000

Make and modelModel years
Alfa Romeo Tonale2023
Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV2024
Dodge Hornet2023, 2024

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.