2017 Jeep Cherokee - Powertrain

Certain 2017-2019 Jeep Cherokees with a two-speed power transfer unit may have an improperly installed snap ring that could cause the PTU to fail, resulting in loss of power to the wheels or the vehicle rolling when parked. Affected owners in Canada will be notified and advised to have their vehicle updated with new software at a dealership to monitor for problems. If the system detects an issue, the PTU will need to be replaced.

Recalling firm

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles

Product

Vehicles: 2017 JEEP CHEROKEE, 2018 JEEP CHEROKEE, 2019 JEEP CHEROKEE. System: Powertrain. Units affected: 19,755

Reason

Issue: On certain vehicles, the input shaft snap ring in the power transfer unit (PTU) may not have been installed properly. As a result, the PTU could become damaged and fail. If this happens, there could be a loss of power to the wheels and/or the vehicle could move when it's parked and the parking brake isn't applied. Note: This recall only affects certain vehicles equipped with a two-speed PTU. Safety Risk: A loss of power to the wheels or a parked vehicle that moves suddenly could create the risk of an injury and/or a crash. Corrective Actions: FCA Canada will notify owners in writing...

Classification

Class I

Category

vehicle recall

Country

Canada

Agency

TC

Recall date

2025-01-16

Status

Ongoing

Distribution

Canada-wide

Official recall notice from TC

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/135c3bbd-db49-4c38-b88a-94e3eb39b7e5