Issue ID | 1642611 |
Internal NHTSA # | 11307878 |
Manufacurer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
Brand | JEEP |
Model | GRAND CHEROKEE |
Model Year | 2018 |
File date | 20/12/19 |
Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | The main jeep battery had a thermal runaway and melted to the point it started a fire. The battery is located under the passenger seat and melted the battery cover, seat cover, carpet,seat trim. Both battery cables jeep would not cover this under their warranty. 2018 jeep warranty statement from the date of purchase, a jeep basic limited warranty (or jeep bumper-to-bumper warranty) covers the cost of repairs throughout most of your vehicle. It also covers the cost of parts and labor due to defective materials, workmanship, or factory preparation. A basic warranty also covers jeep roadside assistance for towing to a dealership during the first three years or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 10000 |
Number of Occurences | |
Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | BRIGHTON, MI |
VIN pattern | 1C4RJFCG1JCXXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | Y |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
Was medical attention required? | N |
Was part original equipment? | |
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Date of purchase | 30/06/24 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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Vehicle speed | 0 |
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Was defective tire repaired? | |
Date of manufacture | |
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