NHTSA Recall 15V509000: Windshield wiper/washer (visibility)
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 158,684 vehicles. It affects 2014 Jeep Cherokee.
| NHTSA campaign | 15V509000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | R39 |
| Component | VISIBILITY › WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER |
| Report received | August 12, 2015 |
| Owner notification | December 15, 2015 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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).
Safety risk
BCM damage may result in the failure of the windshield wipers, impairing the driver's vision and increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
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 may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R39.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 15V509000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Jeep Cherokee | 2014 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.