Stellantis recalls more than 32,000 hybrid Jeep Wrangler SUVs because of potential fire risk

Stellantis says Jeeps that are being recalled can be driven until the repairs are made, but owners should park the vehicles away from buildings and not charge them until the repairs are done. (Associated Press)

AUBURN HILLS, Mich. — Automaker Stellantis on Wednesday announced a recall of more than 32,000 of its hybrid Jeep Wrangler SUVs because they pose a potential fire risk.

As part of what the company described as a routine review of customer information, Stellantis determined that eight of the hybrid Wranglers had caught fire while they were turned off and parked. Six of the vehicles were being charged when the fires started. The company said it doesn’t believe anyone was hurt in the fires.