Battery Recycling

BATTERY RECYCLING

The Chrysler Hybrid vehicles contain a High Voltage 300 Volt NiMH (Nickel Metal Hydride) battery. It is important to understand that these batteries can be recycled. Prior to doing so, Chrysler recommends that you refer to federal, state, local and provincial laws and regulations governing the recycling, handling, and shipping of such batteries and materials.

NiMH batteries contain several components, including nickel, copper and steel, each of which has value as recycled materials. Dealers should follow the Service Information Procedures for proper disconnecting, removing and handling of the NiMH battery packs. Such Service Procedures can be found on Tech Connect or you can also check the yellow pages to locate the nearest Chrysler or Dodge dealership to get qualified support. As the batteries weight about 150 pounds (70 kg), it is recommended that you have appropriate equipment and manpower available when removing the battery from the vehicle.

Chrysler LLC, in offering environmentally friendly vehicles, encourages the recycling of these High Voltage 300 Volt NiMH batteries.

Sealed, non-leaking NiMH batteries are considered dry cell batteries and therefore non hazardous waste (with this exception - in California, NiMH batteries must be managed under California Universal Waste Rules). In addition, NiMH batteries are unregulated under U.S. Department of Transportation regulations.

If NiMH batteries are found to be leaking, they will be regulated as hazardous waste under federal and state regulations, and as a hazardous material under DOT. Most recycling companies have the ability to accept these batteries, but additional measures must be taken by the shipper to transport and dispose of them. Both you and the shipper have responsibility for complying with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.