Chrysler is recalling up to 91,787 Jeep Grand Cherokee plug-in hybrid SUVs over a software error that could result in a loss of drive power, according to a recall notice issued by the U.S. Department of Transportation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The recall applies to certain 2022-2026 models of the SUVs, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The error can cause “a vehicle to crash without prior warning” due to an unexpected loss of propulsion, according to the recall report.<\/p>\n\n\n\n As of Aug. 18, the company said it is not aware of any accidents or injuries related to this issue, the report said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to the recall report, “A Battery Pack Control Module reset which is incorrectly interpreted by the Hybrid Control Processor may cause a loss of propulsion. An unexpected loss of propulsion can cause a vehicle crash without prior warning.”<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n The software error is within the hybrid control processor, caused by an overloading of a microprocessor in the Battery Pack Control Module, according to the recall report.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A remedy for this defect is currently under development and impacted vehicle owners will be mailed a notice by Oct. 23, according to the recall note.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Stellantis, the parent company of Chrysler, did not immediately respond to ABC News’ request for comment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n