More than 90,000 Jeep Grand Cherokees have been recalled because of a software error that could lead to "loss of drive power" and potential crashes, according to the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

The recall by Chrysler, issued on Thursday, includes 2022 to 2026 plug-in hybrid electric models of the SUV — affecting 91,787 vehicles. The software error within the Jeep's "hybrid control processor may result in a loss of drive power," the NHTSA said .

"An unexpected loss of propulsion can cause a vehicle crash without prior warning," according to a safety recall report about the vehicles.

Chrysler said it was not aware of any injuries or accidents because of the defect as of Aug. 18, the report also said.

Stellantis, the parent company of Chrysler, did not

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