Jeep Cherokee Recalls & Complaints by Model Year
NHTSA lists 93 safety recalls and 14,838 owner complaints across 41 model years of the Jeep Cherokee (1973–2026). The most-complained-about year is 2014.
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| Model year | Recalls | Complaints |
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| 2026 Jeep Cherokee | 4 | 6 |
| 2023 Jeep Cherokee | 1 | 3 |
| 2022 Jeep Cherokee | 3 | 51 |
| 2021 Jeep Cherokee | 4 | 168 |
| 2020 Jeep Cherokee | 3 | 316 |
| 2019 Jeep Cherokee | 11 | 1,653 |
| 2018 Jeep Cherokee | 7 | 687 |
| 2017 Jeep Cherokee | 6 | 1,336 |
| 2016 Jeep Cherokee | 9 | 1,409 |
| 2015 Jeep Cherokee | 11 | 1,789 |
| 2014 Jeep Cherokee | 13 | 2,648 |
| 2006 Jeep Cherokee | 0 | 17 |
| 2001 Jeep Cherokee | 2 | 229 |
| 2000 Jeep Cherokee | 1 | 369 |
| 1999 Jeep Cherokee | 2 | 366 |
| 1998 Jeep Cherokee | 5 | 399 |
| 1997 Jeep Cherokee | 4 | 390 |
| 1996 Jeep Cherokee | 6 | 447 |
| 1995 Jeep Cherokee | 6 | 608 |
| 1994 Jeep Cherokee | 5 | 519 |
| 1993 Jeep Cherokee | 3 | 418 |
| 1992 Jeep Cherokee | 1 | 113 |
| 1991 Jeep Cherokee | 5 | 233 |
| 1990 Jeep Cherokee | 5 | 270 |
| 1989 Jeep Cherokee | 3 | 191 |
| 1988 Jeep Cherokee | 0 | 97 |
| 1987 Jeep Cherokee | 5 | 57 |
| 1986 Jeep Cherokee | 4 | 21 |
| 1985 Jeep Cherokee | 3 | 17 |
| 1984 Jeep Cherokee | 3 | 7 |
| 1983 Jeep Cherokee | 1 | 0 |
| 1982 Jeep Cherokee | 2 | 0 |
| 1981 Jeep Cherokee | 2 | 1 |
| 1980 Jeep Cherokee | 3 | 1 |
| 1979 Jeep Cherokee | 2 | 0 |
| 1978 Jeep Cherokee | 2 | 1 |
| 1977 Jeep Cherokee | 1 | 0 |
| 1976 Jeep Cherokee | 4 | 0 |
| 1975 Jeep Cherokee | 5 | 0 |
| 1974 Jeep Cherokee | 3 | 0 |
| 1973 Jeep Cherokee | 0 | 1 |
What Jeep Cherokee owners complain about
Across all model years, owners have filed 14,838 complaints with NHTSA. The 2014 model year has the most, with 2,648.
All Jeep Cherokee recalls (93)
Every NHTSA safety campaign that lists a Jeep Cherokee, most recent first, with the model years each one covers.
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Pressure monitoring and regulating systems (tires)
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Jeep Wagoneer, 2024-2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, Jeep Grand Cherokee 4XE, Jeep Grand Wagoneer, 2025 Jeep Wagoneer L, 2025-2026 Jeep Grand Wagoneer L, and 2026 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. Due to a software error, the tire pressure monitoring system may fail to detect…
Remedy: Dealers will update the radio frequency hub software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning September 17, 2026. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US,…
Model years: 2026
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Camera (back over prevention)
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Gladiator, Jeep Compass, Jeep Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, Jeep Grand Wagoneer, Jeep Grand Wagoneer L, Ram Promaster, Ram Promaster EV, Ram 1500, Ram 2500, Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid, Chrysler Voyager, and 2026-2027 Chrysler Pacifica and…
Remedy: Radio software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning September 2, 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at…
Model years: 2026
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Power train
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The power transfer unit (PTU) may fail.
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…
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Service brakes, hydraulic: control unit/module and electronic stability control (esc)
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The brake system control module may fail to operate properly, which can cause a loss of anti-lock brakes (ABS) and electronic stability control (ESC).
Remedy: Dealers will update the brake system control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 28, 2026. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this…
Model years: 2026
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Integrated trailer brake control (electrical system) and 2 other components
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Jeep Wagoneer S, 2025-2026 Ram 1500 Pickup, Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Cab Chassis, Ram 4500 Cab Chassis, Ram 5500 Cab Chassis, and 2026 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. Due to an improperly designed trailer tow module, the trailer lights may fail to illuminate and the trailer…
Remedy: Dealers will replace the trailer tow module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning March 17, 2026. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for…
Model years: 2026
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Power train
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The power transfer unit (PTU) may become damaged and disengage the transmission and differential, resulting in a loss of drive power and/or loss of park function.
Remedy: Dealers will update the drivetrain control module and PTU software and replace the PTU, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning February 19, 2026. Owners may contact FCA customer…
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Curtain (air bags)
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. An improperly secured connector for the right-side curtain air bag may prevent the air bag from deploying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 214, "Side Impact Protection"…
Remedy: Dealers will secure the connector, free of charge. All vehicles have been remedied. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 71B.
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Turn signal (exterior lighting) and column (steering)
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The turn signal self-canceling feature may not function properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the steering column control module as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 8, 2024. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's…
Model years: 2022
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Hatchback/liftgate (structure) and electrical system: rear compartment/trunk Park outside
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Jeep Cherokee vehicles equipped with a power liftgate. An electrical short in the power liftgate module may lead to a vehicle fire with the ignition on or off.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will relocate the power liftgate module and add a water shield. In addition, dealers will inspect for corrosion…
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Automatic transmission (power train)
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The power transfer unit (PTU) may become damaged and disengage the transmission and differential, resulting in a loss of drive power or loss of park function.
Remedy: FCA US LLC will notify owners, and dealers will perform a software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 11, 2023. Owners may contact FCA USA LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's…
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Hoses and fittings (power train)
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The transmission oil cooler hose may have been incorrectly cured, allowing transmission fluid to leak.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the hose, free of charge. Owners notification letters were mailed May 18, 2021. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is Y18.
Model years: 2021
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Suspension: lower arm
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Jeep Cherokee Latitude and Jeep Cherokee Limited vehicles. One or both of the front lower control arms may fracture while driving.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front lower control arms and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2020. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at…
Model years: 2021
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Camera (back over prevention)
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2020 Jeep Gladiator and Jeep Cherokee, 2019-2020 Ram 1500 Pickup, Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, Chrysler Pacifica, Dodge Durango, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Wrangler, and Jeep Renegade and 2019 Dodge Challenger vehicles equipped with 8.4" or 12" radio displays. A software error can cause the…
Remedy: Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will update the radio display software, free of charge. Optionally, owners can choose to remotely update their software via an Over-The-Air (OTA) update available as of May 1,…
Model years: 2020
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Differential unit (power train) and automatic transmission (power train)
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Jeep Cherokee vehicles equipped with a two-speed Power Transfer Unit (PTU). Relative movement in the Power Transfer Unit (PTU) between the differential input splines and the transmission output shaft may cause some input spline teeth to wear off, which may eventually cause a loss of…
Remedy: FCA US LLC will notify owners, and dealers will perform a software update that will maintain vehicle propulsion by engaging rear wheel drive and prevent rolling in Park by activating the electronic parking brake if a…
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Rack (steering) and pinion shaft (steering)
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The steering rack gear may break, possibly causing a loss of steering control.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gear, free of charge. The recall began October 24, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this…
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Automatic transmission (power train)
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014 Jeep Cherokee vehicles equipped with 3.2L engines. In the event that a clutch becomes stuck in the transmission, the transmission software may shift the transmission to neutral.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the transmission software, free of charge. The recall began August 8, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for…
Model years: 2014
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Air bags
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The impact and acceleration sensors may fail and reduce the air bag system's ability to properly detect certain crash events.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected sensors, free of charge. The recall began August 8, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this…
Model years: 2019
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Seats
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The front passenger seat mounting bolts may be loose.
Remedy: Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will tighten the mounting bolts, free of charge. The recall began April 11, 2019. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this…
Model years: 2019
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Instrument cluster/panel (electrical system)
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The instrument cluster may fail resulting in a lack of activation of warning chimes, messages, and gauges.
Remedy: Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the instrument cluster, free of charge. The recall began February 7, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at…
Model years: 2019
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Automatic transmission (power train)
Chrysler(FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Jeep Cherokee vehicles equipped with 2.4L engines. Improper transmission calibration may result in a stall.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will re-flash the transmission controller with a new calibration, free of charge. The recall began November 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at…
Model years: 2019
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Electrical system: front underhood
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Renegade, Compass and Grand Cherokee, RAM 1500 and Promaster, Fiat 500x, Dodge Journey, Challenger, Charger and Durango and Chrysler 300x vehicles, 2017-2018 Jeep Wrangler, Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles and 2018-2019 Jeep Cherokee and 2018 Chrysler…
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began October 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number…
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Caliper (service brakes)
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Dodge Grand Caravan and Jeep Compass, 2018 Dodge Journey, and 2019 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons on these vehicles may have an insufficient coating causing gas pockets to form, potentially reducing rear brake performance.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the vehicle's brake system, free of charge. The recall began September 29, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for…
Model years: 2019
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Axle shaft (power train)
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Cherokee all-wheel-drive vehicles. The bearing cage for the right front halfshaft assembly may not have been properly heat treated, possibly resulting in the bearing cage breaking and a potential halfshaft assembly failure.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front right halfshaft assemblies, free of charge. The recall began September 20, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.…
Model years: 2018
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Automatic transmission (power train)
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Jeep Cherokee vehicles and 2018 Chrysler Pacifica non-hybrid vehicles. A component in the transmission may not have been welded properly, possibly causing the transmission to not transmit engine power to the wheels.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin September 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number…
Model years: 2019
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Engine (engine and engine cooling)
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Jeep Cherokee vehicles equipped with 2.0L engines. The engines in these vehicles may be missing valve stem keepers, which can allow the valve to drop into the engine cylinder causing engine damage. These engines may also have a reversed camshaft cap that can damage the camshaft bearing…
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair or replace the affected engine components, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 9, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at…
Model years: 2019
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Software (electrical system) and 2 other components
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler 200, 2016-2018 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis…
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler…
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Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (fuel system)
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Cherokee vehicles equipped with a 2.4L engine. These vehicles may have been manufactured with a fuel tube that may leak fuel into the engine compartment.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel tube, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 24, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's…
Model years: 2018
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Equipment
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling various Dodge, Chrysler, and RAM vehicles equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. A list of the affected trailer models is available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V824-0103.pdf. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the…
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began February 14, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 or…
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Engine (engine and engine cooling)
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Cherokee and Compass vehicles equipped with 2.4L engines. The engines may have a cracked oil pump housing that can result in oil pump failure.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the oil pump, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 5, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.…
Model years: 2018
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Labels (equipment) and rim (wheels)
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The tire and rim size information required to be on the Certification label was omitted during manufacturing, which may result in an incorrect tire and rim combination being installed on the vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements…
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners and will provide a corrected certification label, free of charge. The recall began October 13, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for…
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Knee bolster (air bags)
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2017 Jeep Cherokee vehicles manufactured October 13, 2016, to October 17, 2016. Improper welds on the driver's knee air bag inflator may prevent the air bag from properly inflating.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's knee air bag module, free of charge. The recall began November 9, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's…
Model years: 2017
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Mid/rear assembly (seats) and seats
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Jeep Cherokee vehicles manufactured July 29, 2013, to February 5, 2016. The seat fasteners on the first or second row seats may not have been tightened to the proper torque specification.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seats or seat sets, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during September 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.…
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Automatic transmission (power train)
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Jeep Cherokee and 2015 Chrysler 200, Jeep Renegade, RAM ProMaster, and 2016 Fiat 500X vehicles equipped with 9-speed automatic transmissions. The transmission sensor clusters may have insufficient crimps in the transmission wire harness, and as a result, the transmission…
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, dealers will reprogram the Powertrain Control Module and the Transmission Control Module and if necessary replace the transaxle range sensor wire harness, free of charge. The recall began…
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Axle shaft (power train)
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2016 Jeep Cherokee vehicles manufactured October 3, 2015, to March 22, 2016. The right halfshaft may have been incorrectly manufactured causing it to fracture without warning.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the right halfshaft, free of charge. The recall began on June 30, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler's customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's recall number…
Model years: 2016
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Axle shaft (power train)
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2016 Jeep Cherokee vehicles manufactured September 30, 2015, to October 2, 2015. The left halfshaft may have been incorrectly manufactured causing it to fracture without warning.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left halfshaft, free of charge. The recall began on June 30, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler's customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's recall number is…
Model years: 2016
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Hatchback/liftgate (structure) and electrical system: rear compartment/trunk
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Jeep Cherokee vehicles manufactured February 18, 2015, to September 10, 2015 and equipped with the power liftgate option. In the affected vehicles, water may leak into the Power Liftgate Control Module and result in a high resistance short circuit.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the module and connectors for corrosion, replacing the damaged components as necessary. The mastic shield will be removed and the module will be covered with a…
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Exhaust system (engine and engine cooling)
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015 Jeep Cherokee vehicles manufactured October 1, 2014, to June 18, 2015. The affected vehicles may have a misrouted air conditioning suction/discharge hose.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the routing of the air conditioning hose. Any hose that is misrouted will be replaced and installed correctly. This work will be performed free of charge. The…
Model years: 2015
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Windshield wiper/washer (visibility)
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2014 Jeep Cherokee vehicles manufactured January 4, 2013, to July 11, 2014. Use of the front windshield wipers on dry glass may cause damage to the body control module (BCM).
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install a ground strap to protect the BCM from damage, free of charge. Owners were notified of the recall on October 7, 2015. The recall began on December 15, 2015. Owners…
Model years: 2014
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Radio/tape deck/cd etc. (equipment)
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500, 2015 Chrysler 200, Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, and Dodge Challenger, 2014-2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee, Cherokee, and Dodge Durango, and 2013-2015 Dodge Viper vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with radios that have software…
Remedy: Chrysler will notify and mail affected owners a USB drive that includes a software update that eliminates the vulnerability, free of charge. Optionally, owners may download the update to their own USB drive from…
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Hatchback/liftgate (structure)
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Jeep Cherokee vehicles manufactured January 4, 2013, to February 18, 2015 and equipped with a Power Liftgate option. In the affected vehicles, water may enter the Power Liftgate Control Module and cause a high resistance short circuit in the module.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the power liftgate control module and connectors for corrosion, substitute a bolt for the threaded grommet installed to seal an attachment point used in non-power…
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Curtain (air bags) and air bags: side/window
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Jeep Cherokee vehicles manufactured January 1, 2013, to November 19, 2014. The affected vehicles may experience unintended side curtain and seat air bag deployment during vehicle operation.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will re-flash the occupant restraint control module software, free of charge. The recall began on March 4, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.…
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Shock absorber (suspension)
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2014 Jeep Cherokee and Ram 1500 and 2015 Chrysler 200 vehicles. Due to an insufficient weld, the rear shocks may detach from the vehicle at one end and possibly damage other chassis components, the tire or result in reduced braking.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear shocks and replace any affected ones, free of charge. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is…
Model years: 2014
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Adaptive cruise control (forward collision avoidance) and accelerator pedal (vehicle speed control)
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2014 Dodge Durango vehicles manufactured January 16, 2014 to April 8, 2014, Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured January 16, 2014 to April 8, 2014, Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT vehicles manufactured February 3, 2014 to April 8, 2014, and Jeep Cherokee vehicles manufactured…
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will re-flash the Driver Assistance System Module (DASM), free of charge. The recall began in June 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.…
Model years: 2014
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Brake lights (exterior lighting)
U.s. Drive right is recalling certain model year 1994-1996 jeep cherokee vehicles imported from january 2007, through april 2011 for failing to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment," for the high mount brake lamp assembly. The vehicles are not equipped with the…
Remedy: U.s. Drive right will notify owners and mail kits along with instructions to have the vehicle repaired by a qualified mechanic of their choice, free of charge. The safety recall began on september 12, 2011. Owners may…
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Instrument cluster/panel (electrical system) and 5 other components
U.s. Drive right is recalling 107 my 1994-1998 right hand drive, 4-wheel drive jeep cherokee vehicles. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 101, 'controls and displays;' no. 108, 'lamps, reflective devices and associated equipment;' no. 111, 'rearview mirror;' no. 114, 'theft protection;' no. 115, 'vehicle…
Remedy: U.s. Drive right will make all the required modifications. A representative will travel to the customer's location and make the modifications on site. The recall will be performed on a regional basis beginning march…
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Injectors (fuel system)
On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with a 4.0l engine only, the design of the intake and exhaust manifolds could allow debris to accumulate at the #3 cylinder location.
Remedy: Dealers will install a manifold shield to modify the air flow characteristics and to prevent the accumulation of debris in the area of the #3 cylinder. Owner notification began may 13, 2002. Owners who take their…
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Child seat
Vehicle description: certain passenger vehicles, pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 225, "child restraint anchorage systems." some of the owner's manuals for these vehicles are missing instructions that provide a step-by-step procedure, including diagrams, for properly attaching a…
Remedy: Owners will be provided with an addendum to the owner's manuals.
Model years: 2001
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Rotor (service brakes)
Vehicle description: passenger and multi-purpose vehicles originally sold or currently registered in the states of connecticut, illinois, indiana, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, or wisconsin, and the district of columbia. The front disc brake…
Remedy: Dealers will replace these rotors with rotors that are coated with a corrosion protection.
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Air bags: sensor/control module-inactive
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. Water and/or road salt in the proximity of the air bag control module could lead to corrosion.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the air bag control module and locate the new module on the top of the transmission tunnel.
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Rotor (service brakes)
Vehicle description: passenger and multi-purpose vehicles originally sold or currently registered in the states of connecticut, illinois, indiana, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, or wisconsin, and the district of columbia. The front disc brake…
Remedy: Dealers will replace these rotors with rotors that are coated with a corrosion protection.
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Anchorage (seat belts)
Vehicle description: multi-purpose passenger vehicle. The front seat belt shoulder turning loop anchors were not properly heat treated and are not properly hardened.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front seat shoulder belt turning loop on these vehicles.
Model years: 1998
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Vacuum (service brakes)
Vehicle description: multi-purpose passenger vehicles. The power brake booster vacuum reservoir diaphragm can split or tear.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the brake booster date code and any boosters with the suspect manufacturing date range will be replaced.
Model years: 1998
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Rotor (service brakes)
Vehicle description: passenger and multi-purpose vehicles originally sold or currently registered in the states of connecticut, illinois, indiana, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, or wisconsin, and the district of columbia. The front disc brake…
Remedy: Dealers will replace these rotors with rotors that are coated with a corrosion protection.
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Tank assembly (fuel system)
Vehicle description: multi-purpose passenger vehicles. The fuel tank mounted fuel level sending unit accuracy can degrade over time, indicating significantly more fuel in reserve than is actually present.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel level sending unit.
Model years: 1997
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Gear box (other than rack and pinion) (steering)
During assembly of the frame, a fillet weld that joins the inner steering gear attachment reinforcement to the frame rail, was omitted.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the vehicles for cracks in the frame rail. Vehicles that show cracks will be equipped with reinforcement plates. Vehicles that are found to be free of cracks will have a slot cut in the cross…
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Seat belts: rear/other
The web mounted rear seat belt inboard anchor positions may not achieve the required load of FMVSS no. 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages."
Remedy: Dealers will add a washer to each rear inboard seat belt anchor attachment.
Model years: 1996
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Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip (service brakes)
Vehicle description: vehicles equipped with antilock brake system (ABS). The antilock brake system (ABS) hydraulic control unit can experience excessive brake actuator piston seal wear which could cause pump-motor deterioration.
Remedy: Dealers will test the vehicle's ABS and repair as necessary. The warranty on all ABS components will be extended to 10 years or 100,000 miles (except for the brake actuator piston assembly and the pump-motor assembly…
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Fuses and circuit breakers (electrical system)
The fasteners which secure the alternator circuit fuse to the power distribution center may have an improper clamp load.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the alternator fuse with a fuse link and any damage to the power distribution center will be repaired.
Model years: 1996
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Mechanical (parking brake)
The parking brake handle release button can separate from the parking brake handle assembly, causing the parking brake to be inoperative.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the parking brake handle assembly.
Model years: 1995
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Air bags: frontal
Certain of the driver's side air bag modules were assembled without an arming lever.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the vehicles for the presence of the air bag module arming lever and will replace those air bag modules that are missing a lever.
Model years: 1995
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Anchorage (seat belts)
The two rear inboard safety belt attachment bolts may have inadequate thread engagement into the floor pan anchor nuts.
Remedy: Replace the two inboard safety belt anchor bolts with longer bolts on all vehicles.
Model years: 1994
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Labels (equipment)
The tire and wheel specification information on the certification label indicates a minimum tire size larger than the tire actually fitted to the vehicle. This does not comply with FMVSS 120, "tire selection and rims."
Remedy: Provide correct certification labels to vehicle owners for application to the vehicles.
Model years: 1993
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Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (service brakes)
There may be hydraulic fluid contamination from condensation formation that can plug the ABS brake booster pump filter; stress corrosion of the master cylinder snap ring has been traced to chlorine leaking from the low pressure hydraulic hose which may cause it to break; front brake hose to tire interference which may cause failure of…
Remedy: Replace ABS low pressure hose; rebuild master brake cylinder; inspect, service interference problems, and replace front brake hose as necessary.
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Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (service brakes)
Improper insertion/crimping of the hose-to-end fittings of the high pressure hose on the anti-lock brake system can cause detachment of the hose from the ABS system, and discharge of hydraulic fluid.
Remedy: Replace the ABS high pressure hose.
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Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (service brakes)
Improperly installed brake fluid tube may allow the tube to contact the steering intermediate shaft damaging the tube.
Remedy: Reposition brake tube to avoid contact with steering shaft; also, replace any damaged brake tubes.
Model years: 1991
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Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (service brakes)
Suspension jounce bumper could contact left rear wheel brake tube when suspension is at full jounce (bounce).
Remedy: Replace left rear brake tube with tube designed to eliminate contact with bumper.
Model years: 1991
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Cruise control (vehicle speed control)
Malfunction of fuel injection system throttle postition sensor could cause intermittent high engine idle speed immediately after starting engine.
Remedy: Replace throttle position sensors with sensors that would send correct signals to the fuel injection system.
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Hydraulic (service brakes)
Brake booster vacuum reservoir canisters may develop leaks due to bumper impact.
Remedy: Replace brake booster vacuum cannisters with new type cannisters; also, install a restriction orifice to ensure sufficient vacuum in event cannister leakage occurs.
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Glass, side/rear (visibility)
The key operated tailgate window will continue to close if the spring loaded key does not return to off position when released.
Remedy: Owners should not leave key in tailgate of unattended vehicle. Repair mechanism to assure proper key return operation.
Model years: 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983
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Linkages (vehicle speed control)
Vehicle may contain an out of tolerance throttle body.
Remedy: Replace suspect throttle bodies.
Model years: 1987
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Vehicle speed control
Cruise control module could have inconsistent cruise control operation.
Remedy: Replace module, as necessary.
Model years: 1987
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Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (fuel system)
A stud may have been installed on top of the intake manifold of engine that could contact the fuel supply hose. Consequence of defect: chafing of the fuel hose could occur which could result in a fuel leak.
Remedy: Remove stud and replace fuel supply hose and line assembly on vehicles with accumulated mileage.
Model years: 1987
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Linkages (steering)
Steering linkage couplers remained in acid etching bath too long. Consequence of defect: couplers could be out of tolerance resulting in steering wheel misalignment with eventual loss of vehicle control.
Remedy: Replace out of tolerance steering linkage couplers.
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Cables (vehicle speed control)
Accelerator cable bushing could disconnect from the accelerator lever assembly. Consequence of defect: this could result in loss of engine control with engine returning to idle.
Remedy: Replace accelerator pedal bracket and lever assemblies.
Model years: 1986
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Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (fuel system)
Jeeps may have an improperly connected fuel line fitting which could become disconnected and cause gasoline to be spilled. Consequence of defect: if the fuel line becomes disconnected, spills gasoline and an ignition source is present, a fire or explosion may occur.
Remedy: Reconnect fuel line fitting, as required.
Model years: 1986
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Accelerator pedal (vehicle speed control)
Remedy: The dealer will have the module properly secured if necessary, without charge.
Model years: 1985
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Steering wheel/handle bar (steering)
Improperly tightened bolt on steering shaft allows the connector on the shaft to slip. Steering movements will not be transmitted to the gear box.
Remedy: The vehicle will be inspected and the upper pinch bolt will be tightened if necessary at no charge to owner.
Model years: 1985
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Differential unit (power train)
A defective differential pinion shaft may exist which can come in contact with the drive pinion gear, causing rear wheel lock-up.
Remedy: Pinion shaft and clips, and possibly the pinion gear, will be replaced without charge.
Model years: 1984
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Steering
These vehicles may have bolts in the steering system that were not properly tightened.
Remedy: The adjusting tube clamp bolt and the steering gear attaching bolt torque will be tested. The bolts will be tightened and the front wheel toe setting adjusted if necessary and at no cost to owner.
Model years: 1984
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Banjo housing (power train)
Improper assembly of the rear axle may cause axle bearing failure and could result in the separation of a rear axle and wheel.
Remedy: The differential and axles will be inspected for the defect and replaced without charge, if necessary.
Model years: 1984
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Lubricant (power train)
Original production transmission lubricant used in the involved vehicles may not provide adequate lubrication to protect the transmission"s first gear.
Remedy: The dealer will replace the original production lubricant at no charge to the owner.
Model years: 1982
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Vehicle speed control
The transmission throttle control rod spring may have been improperly installed. This may cause the throttle to close more slowly than normal. Vehicles may return to idle slowly.
Remedy: Each end of the spring will be inspected and relocated, if necessary, to ensure correct positioning.
Model years: 1981
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Axle shaft (power train)
The right and left rear wheel bearings may have been damaged during assembly. A damaged bearing could result in axle and wheel disengagement from the vehicle while in motion.
Remedy: The dealer will replace both rear wheel bearings along with seals, retainer rings and plates at no charge to owner.
Model years: 1979, 1980
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Headlights (exterior lighting)
Incorrect headlamps may have been installed on the involved vehicles. These headlamps have been approved for export only and do not meet u.s. Requirements.
Remedy: The right and left headlamps will be inspected and replaced, if necessary.
Model years: 1980
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Springs (vehicle speed control)
The throttle linkage control spring may not close rapidly when the accelerator pedal is released. If the throttle does not close as rapidly as expected, the vehicle will not decelerate properly. This fails to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no.124, "accelerator control systems".
Remedy: Dealer will install an additional throttle return spring without charge to owner.
Model years: 1978
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Electrical system: module
Vehicles were built with wire connectors that fail to allow the current flow needed to support the electronic control of the engine ignition.
Remedy: Dealer will install improved wire connectors without charge to owners.
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Unknown or other
Model years: 1976
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Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (service brakes)
Model years: 1976
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Carburetor system (fuel system)
Model years: 1975
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Carburetor system (fuel system)
Model years: 1975
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Vehicle speed control
Model years: 1975
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Exterior lighting
Model years: 1974
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Power assist (service brakes)
Model years: 1974
Other Jeep models
- Grand Cherokee29,093 complaints
- Wrangler15,984 complaints
- Liberty8,881 complaints
- Compass3,705 complaints
- Patriot2,790 complaints
- Commander2,752 complaints
- Renegade2,202 complaints
- Wrangler 4-DR 4X41,366 complaints
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint databases and EPA fuel economy data, October 2026. Complaint counts are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. Recall counts are safety campaigns that list this model year; whether a particular car was already repaired depends on its VIN. How this data is compiled.