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2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid PHEV fix nixes fire risk

Green Car Reports

Stellantis says it has a remedy for recalled 2017 and 2018 Chrysler Pacific Hybrid plug-in hybrid minivans that addresses potential fire risks. While a root cause hasn't been identified, the automaker said it has identified conditions that potentially proceed a fire, which the fix addresses. This will allow owners to resume charging their.

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Windsor Assembly Plant Marks Production of 100,000th Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid

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The 100,000th Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid rolled off the production line this week amid a gathering of employees at the Stellantis Windsor (Ont.) Assembly Plant to celebrate the milestone model of the first and still the only plug-in hybrid in the segment.

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Chrysler Group launches second phase of PHEV minivan project

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Three plug-in hybrid-electric Chrysler Town & Country minivans ( earlier post ) went into service with the Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD), bringing to 25 the total number of such vehicles on US roads. Components of the flex-fuel PHEV minivan. Chrysler Group dominates the minivan market, selling 13.4

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Chrysler Slings Updates at Pacifica for 2024

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For 2024, Chrysler is rewarding them with a smattering of updates to its Pacifica. & Through the first half of 2023, Chrysler has recorded 73,845 sales of the Pacifica, a number which isn’t readily broken out into gasoline-powered and plug-in hybrid take rates.

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Chrysler to introduce PHEV models in 2016 and 2017 to meet ZEV requirements; new FCA gasoline engine family coming in 2015

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Fiat Chrysler Automobiles’ (FCA) Chrysler Brand will launch two plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEV) over the next several years, said Al Gardner, President and CEO of the Chrysler Brand, during the FCA Investor Day presentations at Auburn Hills, Mi. FCA will launch a PHEV minivan in 2016 to comply with ZEV requirements.

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QOTD: Can Chrysler Get Its EV Act Together?

The Truth About Cars

Sure, the Dodge Hornet offers a PHEV powertrain, as does the Alfa Romeo Tonale. On the other hand, Chrysler is hitting the reset button on its EV plans. Even if most Stellantis brands are getting with the program, so to speak, Chrysler desperately needs product. Image: Chrysler] Become a& TTAC& insider.

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Stellantis Recalls 76,000 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid Minivans To Fix Engine Issue

Electric Cars Report

Stellantis is recalling 76,000 Chrysler plug-in hybrid minivans because a short circuit could cause the engine to unexpectedly shut down. The recall covers 67,000 2017-23 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid minivans in the United States and about 9,000 in other countries. The sudden loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

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