The power transfer unit (PTU) in your Jeep Cherokee is a crucial part that helps transfer power from your engine to your wheels. In some 2019-2023 models, this unit may fail.
Risk if Unfixed
If the PTU fails, you could lose power to your wheels, which could cause your vehicle to roll away or stall, increasing the risk of a crash or serious injury.
Free Fix
Your dealer will perform the repair as soon as the final solution is available. In the meantime, you'll receive a safety notice explaining the issue and what to expect. You can also contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403 for more information.
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Original — What Happened
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The power transfer unit (PTU) may fail.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A failed PTU may result in a loss of drive power or vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Original — Remedy
The remedy is currently under development. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk are expected to be 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.
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.
Risk if Unfixed
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.
Free Fix
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 service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 01C.
Your Jeep Cherokee's automatic transmission calibration might not be set correctly, which can cause it to stall.
Risk if Unfixed
If the transmission stalls, you could be more likely to be in a crash.
Free Fix
Dealers will update the transmission controller with a new calibration at no cost to you.
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Original — What Happened
Chrysler(FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Jeep Cherokee vehicles equipped with 2.4L engines. Improper transmission calibration may result in a stall.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A vehicle stall can increase the risk of crash.
Original — 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 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is UA9.
Your vehicle's transmission may have a faulty weld that could cause it to stop transmitting power to the wheels,
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, your vehicle could stop moving suddenly, which could increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Chrysler will replace your transmission free of charge, and you'll be notified when the repair is available in September 2018.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the transmission weld fails, the vehicle will stop moving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — 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 for this recall is U85.