NHTSA Recall 23V338000: Hatchback/liftgate (structure) and electrical system: rear compartment/trunk
Park outside Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 132,099 vehicles. It affects 2014–2016 Jeep Cherokee.
| NHTSA campaign | 23V338000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 49A |
| Components | STRUCTURE › BODY › HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING › REAR COMPARTMENT/TRUNK |
| Report received | May 11, 2023 |
| Owner notification | March 1, 2024 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
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 and replace the module and electrical connectors, if necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner letters were mailed March 1, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 49A. This recall supersedes recalls 15V-393 and 15V-826. Vehicles repaired under the prior recalls will still need to have the new remedy performed.
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 23V338000
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.