Defroster/defogger/hvac system: fan/motorRecall 25V-430 · Jeep vehicles
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) recall 25V-430 covers 1,689 Jeep vehicles for a defroster/defogger/hvac system: fan/motor problem, reported to NHTSA on June 26, 2025. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q3) shows 87% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 25V430000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles. The blower motor may fail, which can cause the defrosting and defogging system to be inoperative. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 103, "Windshield Defrosting and Defogging Systems."
The risk
An inoperative windshield defrosting and defogging system may decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the blower motor, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2025. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 49C.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
87%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 19 vehicles were listed as unreachable.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from November 2, 2022 to September 19, 2023. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.