Vehicle Parts & Equipment/Engines & Powertrains

MOPAR Power Transfer Units Recalled for Loss of Drive Power

Agency Publication Date: January 16, 2025

Summary

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling approximately 6,979 MOPAR Power Transfer Units (PTU) with part numbers 68333255AA and 68307403AC. These units can become damaged and disengage from the transmission and differential, which may cause a sudden loss of drive power or a failure of the vehicle's park function. Dealers will update the drivetrain control module and PTU software and replace the unit if necessary at no cost. If a recalled unit has not yet been installed in a vehicle, the manufacturer will repurchase it.

Risk

A sudden loss of drive power while the vehicle is in motion increases the risk of a crash. Additionally, if the park function fails, the vehicle may roll away unexpectedly when parked, which can lead to a crash or personal injury.

What You Should Do

This recall affects MOPAR Power Transfer Units (PTU) with part numbers 68333255AA and 68307403AC.
Check your vehicle's service records or the part number on any recently replaced power transfer unit to determine if it is one of the affected components.
If your vehicle has a recalled PTU installed, contact an authorized FCA US, LLC dealer to schedule a free appointment to update the drivetrain control module and PTU software; the dealer will also replace the PTU if damage is found.
If you possess an uninstalled PTU with one of these part numbers, contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403 to arrange for the manufacturer to repurchase the part.
For further information or questions, contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403 and reference recall number 02C.
Call the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to www.nhtsa.gov for more details.

Your Remedy Options

You have 2 options:

Option 1: Free Repair

Software update and potential component replacement

How to: Dealers will update the drivetrain control module and PTU software and replace the PTU, as necessary free of charge.

Option 2: Full Refund

Repurchase of uninstalled units

How to: If a PTU is not installed in a vehicle, it will be repurchased.

Affected Products

Product: MOPAR Power Transfer Unitby MOPAR

Part / Model:

68333255AA

68307403AC

Recall involves specific MOPAR replacement parts; units not installed in vehicles will be repurchased.

Additional Information

Agency: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Recall ID: 25E003000

Status: Active

Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

Sold By: FCA US, LLC Dealers

Units Affected: 6,979 vehicles(2% estimated defective)

Park Vehicle: No

Park Outside: No

OTA Update: No

Product Type: Equipment (E)

Recall Classification: Safety Defect

Owner Notification Date: February 19, 2026

Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.

Distributed To: Nationwide

Manufacturer Recall #: 02C

Agency Last Updated: February 25, 2026

Were You Affected by This Recall?

If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.

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Summary

What You Should Do

This recall affects MOPAR Power Transfer Units (PTU) with part numbers 68333255AA and 68307403AC.

Check your vehicle's service records or the part number on any recently replaced power transfer unit to determine if it is one of the affected components.

If your vehicle has a recalled PTU installed, contact an authorized FCA US, LLC dealer to schedule a free appointment to update the drivetrain control module and PTU software; the dealer will also replace the PTU if damage is found.

If you possess an uninstalled PTU with one of these part numbers, contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403 to arrange for the manufacturer to repurchase the part.

For further information or questions, contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403 and reference recall number 02C.

Call the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to www.nhtsa.gov for more details.

Your Remedy Options

You have 2 options:

Option 1: Free Repair

Software update and potential component replacement

How to: Dealers will update the drivetrain control module and PTU software and replace the PTU, as necessary free of charge.

Option 2: Full Refund

Repurchase of uninstalled units

How to: If a PTU is not installed in a vehicle, it will be repurchased.

Additional Information

Agency: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Recall ID: 25E003000

Status: Active

Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

Sold By: FCA US, LLC Dealers

Units Affected: 6,979 vehicles(2% estimated defective)

Park Vehicle: No

Park Outside: No

OTA Update: No

Product Type: Equipment (E)

Recall Classification: Safety Defect

Owner Notification Date: February 19, 2026

Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.

Distributed To: Nationwide

Manufacturer Recall #: 02C

Agency Last Updated: February 25, 2026