Chrysler (FCA US, LLC): Power Train (2019 JEEP CHEROKEE, 2020 JEEP CHEROKEE, 2021 JEEP CHEROKEE…)
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- Company / brand
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
- Product
- 2019 JEEP CHEROKEE; 2020 JEEP CHEROKEE; 2021 JEEP CHEROKEE; 2022 JEEP CHEROKEE; 2023 JEEP CHEROKEE
- Reason / hazard
- A failed PTU may result in a loss of drive power or vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
- What to do (remedy)
- Dealers will update the Drivetrain Control Drivetrain Control Module, PTU, and Electronic Park Brake software, and replace the PTU, as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk were mailed June 25, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy becomes available. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 40D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 14, 2026.
- Distribution / sold at
- Potentially affected: 61711
- Defect
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The power transfer unit (PTU) may fail.
- Component
- POWER TRAIN
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