https://arstechnica.com/cars/2025/10/software-update-bricks-some-jeep-4xe-hybrids-over-the-weekend/
don’t OTA on Friday
Software update bricks some Jeep 4xe hybrids over the weekend
- Jeep has pulled the update; owners are advised to ignore it if it already downloaded.
Jonathan M. Gitlin – Oct 13, 2025 10:10 AM
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Owners of some Jeep Wrangler 4xe hybrids have been left stranded after installing an over-the-air software update this weekend. The automaker pushed out a telematics update for the Uconnect infotainment system that evidently wasn’t ready, resulting in cars losing power while driving and then becoming stranded.
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Laugh! Thanks for the advice to ignore the update. A little late; no?
A good reason not to allow any car to do “over the air” updates unless it’s parked at home?
Or a good reason not to buy any such car!
Anyone wonder why I wait a week to apply updates? I’m as scared of the “update” as I am mildly “scared” of the problems it fixes.
How does one backup and restore an old version of your car’s software?
IDK !? !? !?
Do you?
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