Start here: run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls before any other evaluation step. Seller confirmation is not sufficient — verify independently. The recall list below is current as of mid-2026; new recalls may have been issued since. The NHTSA VIN lookup is the authoritative source.
Major Recalls
HV Battery Fire Risk
Vehicles: 2021–2025, 320,000+ affected
HV battery cells with internal separator damage can experience thermal runaway — a self-sustaining heat reaction that leads to fire while driving or parked and charging. The original software fix (Recall 95B) was later confirmed ineffective in certain cases. Nine fires were reported in vehicles that had already received the 95B fix.
A superseding remedy was subsequently developed. Owners were advised to park outside and stop overnight charging in enclosed spaces until the latest fix was applied.
Loss of Motive Power
Vehicles: 2021–2024, ~94,000 affected
Vehicles shut off without warning while driving. NHTSA opened a formal investigation. Multiple root causes have been identified across the affected population. Complaints were filed for vehicles that had already received the initial fix, indicating incomplete resolution across the fleet.
Windshield Defroster Failure
Vehicles: 2021–2024, ~139,000 affected
The defrost and defog system fails to activate under certain operating conditions, impairing visibility in weather and off-road conditions. A distinct safety concern from the fire recall but often grouped together during dealer visits.
Flawed OTA Software Update
Vehicles: 2023–2025, ~24,000 affected
A Stellantis over-the-air software update bricked the hybrid control system, causing sudden loss of propulsion. The vehicle required dealer reprogramming to restore normal function. This is a distinct event from Recall 22V-865 — different root cause, different affected population.
This guide covers major recalls current as of mid-2026. The 4XE has an active regulatory history — additional recalls may have been issued after this guide was written. The NHTSA VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls is the authoritative source and should always be consulted directly.
How to Verify Recall Completion
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1Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls The NHTSA website has a VIN lookup tool that shows all recalls associated with a specific vehicle, including completion status.
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2Enter the full 17-digit VIN Get the VIN from the driver's door jamb sticker or the dashboard (visible through the windshield). Confirm it matches the title and registration.
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3Review all open recalls — note which are incomplete The report shows each recall by number and whether it has been completed for that specific VIN. "Incomplete" means the fix has not been applied.
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4For the fire recall: confirm the LATEST remedy, not just 95B The NHTSA lookup may show 95B as complete — that is not sufficient. The original 95B software fix was later found ineffective. The superseding remedy is what matters. Ask a Stellantis dealer to confirm the current remedy status via their service system before purchase.
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5Request written recall completion documentation Ask the seller for physical dealer service records showing recall completion. If they don't have them, the dealer can print a service history. Keep a copy in the vehicle's paperwork after purchase.