Jeep Avenger BEV Recall R/2025/337: Jeep Avenger BEV. Emissions Recall eVCU (Vehicle Control Unit) Software Update, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 23 Oct 2025
- Launched
- 1,682
- vehicles in the UK
- 17C
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Jeep recalled Avenger BEV vehicles built between 13 February 2023 and 25 May 2024. A number of Jeep Avenger BEV vehicles may not comply with emissions test requirements conducted by the relevant authorities. The recall notice describes the fix as: the repair is the Jeep dealer will update the eVCU (electric vehicle control unit) with the latest software to permanently rectify the issue. Jeep ref: 17C. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
A number of Jeep Avenger BEV vehicles may not comply with emissions test requirements conducted by the relevant authorities. This may lead to a non-compliance of regulatory requirements.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: Jeep Avenger BEV. Emissions recall eVCU (vehicle control unit) software update. Defect: A number of Jeep Avenger BEV vehicles may not comply with emissions test requirements conducted by the relevant authorities. This may lead to a non-compliance of regulatory requirements. Remedy: The repair is the Jeep dealer will update the eVCU (electric vehicle control unit) with the latest software to permanently rectify the issue. Jeep ref: 17C.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could lead to a non-compliance of regulatory requirements.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: the repair is the Jeep dealer will update the eVCU (electric vehicle control unit) with the latest software to permanently rectify the issue. Jeep ref: 17C. The fix is a software update, which usually takes under an hour at the dealer.
Are You Affected?
Avenger BEV built between 13 February 2023 and 25 May 2024 may be included. Jeep estimates 1,682 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Jeep, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Jeep.
- Book with any franchised Jeep dealer, quoting the campaign code 17C or the DVSA reference R/2025/337. See how to get a Jeep recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avenger BEV24 jeep Avenger BEV advanced driver assistance systems | Urgent | R/2024/395 | |
| Avenger BEVHigh voltage battery homologation label | Urgent | R/2023/327 | |
| Avenger MHEVFuel particulate filter pressure pipe | Urgent | R/2026/114 | |
| WranglerJeep Wrangler check engine malfunction indicator lamp incorrect operation and warning | Low | R/2026/060 | |
| Grand Cherokee, WranglerJeep Wrangler and 2022-2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee PHEV vehicles. High voltage battery | Urgent | R/2026/029 |
This is one of 112 Jeep recalls in DVSA’s data. The Jeep recall launched before it was R/2025/384 on 25 Sep 2025, for jeep Grand Cherokee 2023-2024. 2nd row head restraints. The one launched after it was R/2025/376 on 5 Nov 2025, for jeep Avenger. Emissions recall. Stop&Start not functioning software update. r Switch…. You can also see every Jeep recall, all recalls launched in 2025 and high-voltage battery recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2025/337, launched 23 October 2025. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.