2021-2022 Chrysler Pacifica High-Voltage Battery Recall (26V362)
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) · 17,277 vehicles · Reported June 4, 2026
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling 17,277 2021-2022 Chrysler Pacifica vehicles. The battery pack may cause a vehicle fire, even when the vehicle is parked with the ignition in the "Off" position. A vehicle fire increases the risk of injury. Park outside and away from buildings until it is repaired.
Recall 26V362 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 26V362000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | 52D |
| Date reported to NHTSA | June 4, 2026 |
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) |
| Vehicles | 2021-2022 Chrysler Pacifica |
| Units affected | 17,277 |
| Component | Electrical System > Propulsion System > Traction Battery |
| Safety risk | A vehicle fire increases the risk of injury. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2021-2022 Chrysler Pacifica in recall 26V362?
The battery pack may cause a vehicle fire, even when the vehicle is parked with the ignition in the "Off" position.
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.
Is it safe to drive a 2021-2022 Pacifica with recall 26V362?
Park it outside. NHTSA lists a fire risk for recall 26V362, so keep the vehicle away from buildings until it is repaired.
NHTSA lists this as a Park Outside recall because of a fire risk. Park the vehicle outside and away from buildings until the repair is done, even if you have not noticed any problem.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: A vehicle fire increases the risk of injury.
Which vehicles are included in recall 26V362?
Recall 26V362 covers 17,277 vehicles: 2021-2022 Chrysler Pacifica.
NHTSA lists 17,277 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2021-2022 | Chrysler | Pacifica |
What is the fix for the Pacifica high-voltage battery recall?
Yes. Owners are advised not to charge their vehicles, and to park outside and away from structures, until their vehicle is repaired.
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 were mailed beginning June 23, 2026. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is 52D. The Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on June 11, 2026.
When was recall 26V362 announced?
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) reported recall 26V362 to NHTSA on June 4, 2026.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| June 4, 2026 | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 26V362000. |
| June 23, 2026 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 3 months ago. If your Pacifica was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my Pacifica is part of recall 26V362?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 26V362 is open on your Pacifica, it will be listed there.
The fastest check is NHTSA’s VIN lookup. Type in the 17 characters from your registration or insurance card. Because only some 2021-2022 Pacifica vehicles are included, the VIN check is the only reliable way to know. A brand-new recall may take several days to show up.
What should Pacifica owners do about recall 26V362?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 26V362000 applies to your Pacifica.
- Park outside and away from buildings until the repair is done.
- Book the recall appointment with any authorized Chrysler dealer. Ask up front whether parts are available and how long the vehicle will be there.
- Get a repair order for every visit, even if the dealer only inspects the vehicle. Read it before you leave and make sure your complaint is written the way you described it.
- Write down when symptoms involving the traction battery happen: date, mileage, speed, weather and what you felt or heard. Photos and short videos help.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the recall repair does not fix it, or the vehicle keeps going back for the same issue, talk to a lemon law attorney.
What are Pacifica owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 584 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 210 of them about the ev and hybrid battery.
Since recall 26V362 was reported on June 4, 2026, owners have filed 22 complaints with NHTSA about the ev and hybrid battery on these vehicles. 4 of them (18%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt.
How we counted: we matched NHTSA owner complaints for the model years in this recall that list the ev and hybrid battery and were received on or after June 4, 2026, then flagged narratives that describe a repeat failure or a problem returning after a dealer repair, recall service or software update. Data from NHTSA, accessed October 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports and may involve a related ev and hybrid battery issue rather than this exact defect; automated text matching can miss or misread some reports.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 584 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 210 of them involve the ev and hybrid battery. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.
- 2021 Chrysler Pacifica: 371 complaints in total, 149 about the ev and hybrid battery
- 2022 Chrysler Pacifica: 213 complaints in total, 61 about the ev and hybrid battery
Here is what some owners told NHTSA, in their own words (excerpts, unverified):
I received the "Red Wrench" warning light several times, but it would clear. One day while travelling in a 45mph zone the car suddenly stopped and I came to a skidding stop, luckily I was coming to my turn and was only going about 10mph.
2021 Chrysler Pacifica owner, NC, NHTSA complaint 11634921, filed January 8, 2025
My Pacifica completely shut down. All the warning lights came on such as crash detected, ABS light, and the windshield wipers came on. The vehicle was towed to the dealership that I bought the vehicle from. They completed a hard reset of the vehicle, and I took it home.
2021 Chrysler Pacifica owner, WI, NHTSA complaint 11635953, filed January 14, 2025
I was backing out of the driveway. I had all the safety features on, and I was checking my surroundings. Typically, the blind spot and front sensors would alert me to dangers. However, on this and many other occasions the warnings didn't alert me to danger on my passenger side that I couldn't see.
2021 Chrysler Pacifica owner, WI, NHTSA complaint 11635956, filed January 14, 2025
Can recall 26V362 make my Pacifica a lemon in California?
Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.
Owners often ask whether this traction battery recall means their Pacifica qualifies as a lemon. Not by itself. Song-Beverly looks at whether a defect covered by the warranty substantially impairs use, value or safety and was not fixed after a reasonable number of repair attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).
Battery and electric drive repairs are among the slowest repairs in the industry. A 2021-2022 Chrysler Pacifica waiting on a battery module or drive unit can sit at the dealer for weeks, and every day counts toward the 30-day figure in California's lemon law presumption.
A remedy is available. Many vehicles are fixed on the first try. If the problem returns after the recall repair, or the 2021-2022 Chrysler Pacifica has needed other repairs for the same defect, those visits count toward a lemon law claim.
California law presumes a reasonable number of attempts has been made if, within 18 months or 18,000 miles of delivery, the same problem was repaired two or more times for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for any covered defect, or the vehicle was out of service for repairs more than 30 days in total (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Some of these require written notice to the manufacturer. A claim can still succeed outside that window.
An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
Recall repairs depend on parts. Owners can wait days, weeks or months, usually about one to three months in our cases, and those days count toward California's 30-day out-of-service rule.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Frequently asked questions about recall 26V362
Did the recall 26V362 fix work?
Since recall 26V362 was reported on June 4, 2026, owners have filed 22 complaints with NHTSA about the ev and hybrid battery on these vehicles. 4 of them (18%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt. If your vehicle still has the problem after the recall repair, go back to the dealer, get a repair order, and talk to a lemon law attorney.
Is the 26V362000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
How do I know if my Pacifica is part of recall 26V362000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
Can a battery recall reduce my EV's range?
Some battery recalls limit the state of charge or range until a module or pack is replaced. Check your owner letter for any interim limits, and keep notes if range or charging changes after the repair.
Does a recall mean my car is a lemon?
Not on its own. A lemon law claim depends on whether a covered defect keeps coming back or keeps the vehicle out of service. A recall repair that fails, or repeat visits for the same problem, can support a claim.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 26V362000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Attorney advertising. America’s Lemon Lawyer is a trade name of Wynn Law Group, APC. Responsible attorney: Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320). This page is general information, not legal advice. America’s Lemon Lawyer is not affiliated with NHTSA or Chrysler. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.