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SevereNHTSA·25V011000·Announced 2025-04-29

Jeep Cherokee Recall: Power Transfer Unit Defect May Cause Loss of Drive

Chrysler is recalling 2017-2019 Jeep Cherokee vehicles because a power transfer unit defect may cause loss of drive power or park function, increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (power train) that can cause loss of drive power or unintended rollaway, which the source states increases the risk of a crash or injury, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The recall addresses a defect in the power transfer unit (PTU), which may become damaged and disengage the transmission and differential. This failure can result in a loss of drive power and/or loss of park function.

A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, a loss of park function can cause an unintended vehicle rollaway, which can increase the risk of a crash or injury. The source text does not report specific instances of deaths or injuries associated with this defect.

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 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
JEEP CHEROKEE
Brand
JEEP
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Category
Vehicle — Power Train
Hazard
Affected units
63,130

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • CHEROKEE

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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