Jeep Cherokee: Two Speed Power Transfer Unit Failure. Loss Of Power.

Recall Summary Jeep is recalling 43 Cherokee vehicles sold in the United Kingdom due to a defective power transfer unit that may not be properly seated. This defect can cause the vehicle to unexpectedly lose power while driving or lose the ability to stay in Park while stationary, both of which could result in a crash. The fix involves installing updated software to monitor the power transfer unit and replacing it if damage is detected.

Recalling firm

JEEP

Product

Vehicles: JEEP CHEROKEE. Units affected: 43

Reason

Affected vehicles may have been built with an improperly seated input shaft snap ring on the power transfer unit (PTU). An input shaft snap ring that is not fully seated may allow uncontrolled movement of the input shaft inward which can cause an unexpected loss of motive power or loss of PARK function while stationary. A loss of motive power can cause a vehicle crash without prior warning. A loss of PARK function can cause a vehicle crash without prior warning and/or injury to others outside the vehicle. Remedy: Install modified software in the Drivetrain Control Module (DTCM) and the PTU...

Classification

Class I

Category

vehicle recall

Country

United Kingdom

Agency

UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall date

2026-06-26

Status

Ongoing

Distribution

United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/0ed5233a-8d31-4125-9207-cd5c405672ef