Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) has issued a significant safety recall (NHTSA ID 26V262) affecting over 20,000 of its newest electric vehicles. Owners of the 2024-2025 Dodge Charger EV and 2024-2025 Jeep Wagoneer S are reporting a dangerous defect: the instrument panel display may fail entirely.
The Defect: Why Your Dashboard Goes Dark
A software error in the instrument cluster can cause the screen to go blank or fail to show critical safety information. Under Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS 108 and 208), your vehicle is required to display specific indicators. This defect prevents drivers from seeing:
- Brake system warning lights
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC) indicators
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) alerts
- Gear selection (Park, Reverse, Neutral, Drive)
Driving without these indicators significantly increases the risk of a crash, as you may be unaware of a critical mechanical failure or your current gear position.
Does Your Defective EV Qualify Under Ohio Lemon Law?
While Chrysler is offering a software update as a “fix,” many EV owners find that digital glitches are often the start of a long road of repeat shop visits. In Ohio, a vehicle is presumed to be a “Lemon” if:
- The same problem has been subjected to repair three or more times and still exists.
- The vehicle is in the shop for a cumulative total of 30 days or more.
- The defect is likely to cause death or serious injury and a repair attempt has failed.
If your new Dodge Charger EV or Jeep Wagoneer S has spent more time at the dealership than in your driveway, you don’t have to settle for a defective car.
