NHTSA Recall 23V302000: Automatic transmission (power train)
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 25,980 vehicles. It affects 2016–2017 Jeep Cherokee.
| NHTSA campaign | 23V302000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 45A |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION |
| Report received | April 27, 2023 |
| Owner notification | May 11, 2023 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash. A loss of park function can cause an unintended vehicle rollaway which can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
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 number for this recall is 45A. This recall expands previous recall number 20V-343.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 23V302000
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.