2021 JEEP CHEROKEE Recalls
Recall information provided by National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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POWER TRAIN
Running Sequence Number: 321315
Campaign Number: 26V290000
Make: JEEP
Model: CHEROKEE
Year: 2021
MFR Campaingn Number: 40D
Component Name: POWER TRAIN
Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Begin Date of Manufacturing: N/A
End Date of Manufacturing: N/A
Vehicle, Equipment or Tire Report: V
Potential Number of Units Affected: 61711
Date Owner Notified: N/A
INFLUENCED_BY: ODI
Manufacturers of Recalled Vehicles: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Report Received Date: May 7, 2026
Record Creation Date: May 7, 2026
Regulation Part Number: N/A
Federal Motor Safety Standard Number: N/A
Summary: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The power transfer unit (PTU) may fail.
Consequence: A failed PTU may result in a loss of drive power or vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
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.
Notes: N/A
Recall Component ID: 000261267004586731000000171
Manufacturer-Supplied Component Name: PTU Assembly
Manufacturer-Supplied Component Description: Power Transfer Unit
Manufacturer-Supplied Component Part Number: 68333255AB / 68333255AC / 68333255AD / 68333255AE
Do Not Drive: No
Park Outside: No
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AIR BAGS: SIDE/WINDOW: CURTAIN
Running Sequence Number: 281275
Campaign Number: 24V516000
Make: JEEP
Model: CHEROKEE
Year: 2021
MFR Campaingn Number: 71B
Component Name: AIR BAGS: SIDE/WINDOW: CURTAIN
Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Begin Date of Manufacturing: N/A
End Date of Manufacturing: N/A
Vehicle, Equipment or Tire Report: V
Potential Number of Units Affected: 13
Date Owner Notified: Oct 30, 2020
INFLUENCED_BY: MFR
Manufacturers of Recalled Vehicles: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Report Received Date: Jul 8, 2024
Record Creation Date: Jul 8, 2024
Regulation Part Number: N/A
Federal Motor Safety Standard Number: 214
Summary: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. An improperly secured connector for the right-side curtain air bag may prevent the air bag from deploying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 214, "Side Impact Protection" and 226, "Ejection Mitigation."
Consequence: An air bag that does not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will secure the connector, free of charge. All vehicles have been remedied. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 71B.
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.
Recall Component ID: 000127208004586731000001821
Manufacturer-Supplied Component Name: BODY WIRING HARNESS
Manufacturer-Supplied Component Description: BODY WIRING HARNESS
Manufacturer-Supplied Component Part Number: Please see attached titled "FCA US LLC Recall Part Numbers-71B-KL Wiring Harness-07082024.pdf"
Do Not Drive: No
Park Outside: No
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POWER TRAIN: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: COOLER/RADIATOR: HOSES AND FITTINGS
Running Sequence Number: 174037
Campaign Number: 21V310000
Make: JEEP
Model: CHEROKEE
Year: 2021
MFR Campaingn Number: Y18
Component Name: POWER TRAIN: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: COOLER/RADIATOR: HOSES AND FITTINGS
Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Begin Date of Manufacturing: N/A
End Date of Manufacturing: N/A
Vehicle, Equipment or Tire Report: V
Potential Number of Units Affected: 18800
Date Owner Notified: May 18, 2021
INFLUENCED_BY: MFR
Manufacturers of Recalled Vehicles: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Report Received Date: May 4, 2021
Record Creation Date: May 4, 2021
Regulation Part Number: N/A
Federal Motor Safety Standard Number: N/A
Summary: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The transmission oil cooler hose may have been incorrectly cured, allowing transmission fluid to leak.
Consequence: A transmission fluid leak increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the hose, free of charge. Owners notification letters were mailed May 18, 2021. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is Y18.
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.safercar.gov.
Recall Component ID: 000110211004586731000002291
Manufacturer-Supplied Component Name: 3.2L TOC Hose
Manufacturer-Supplied Component Description: Hose and Tube, oil cooler pressure and return 3.2L
Manufacturer-Supplied Component Part Number: 68399015AA
Do Not Drive: No
Park Outside: No
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POWER TRAIN: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: COOLER/RADIATOR: HOSES AND FITTINGS
Running Sequence Number: 174043
Campaign Number: 21V310000
Make: JEEP
Model: CHEROKEE
Year: 2021
MFR Campaingn Number: Y18
Component Name: POWER TRAIN: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: COOLER/RADIATOR: HOSES AND FITTINGS
Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Begin Date of Manufacturing: N/A
End Date of Manufacturing: N/A
Vehicle, Equipment or Tire Report: V
Potential Number of Units Affected: 18800
Date Owner Notified: May 18, 2021
INFLUENCED_BY: MFR
Manufacturers of Recalled Vehicles: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Report Received Date: May 4, 2021
Record Creation Date: May 4, 2021
Regulation Part Number: N/A
Federal Motor Safety Standard Number: N/A
Summary: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The transmission oil cooler hose may have been incorrectly cured, allowing transmission fluid to leak.
Consequence: A transmission fluid leak increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the hose, free of charge. Owners notification letters were mailed May 18, 2021. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is Y18.
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.safercar.gov.
Recall Component ID: 000110211004586731000002291
Manufacturer-Supplied Component Name: 2.4L TOC Hose
Manufacturer-Supplied Component Description: Hose and Tube, oil cooler pressure and return 2.4L
Manufacturer-Supplied Component Part Number: 68399017AA
Do Not Drive: No
Park Outside: No
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POWER TRAIN: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: COOLER/RADIATOR: HOSES AND FITTINGS
Running Sequence Number: 174049
Campaign Number: 21V310000
Make: JEEP
Model: CHEROKEE
Year: 2021
MFR Campaingn Number: Y18
Component Name: POWER TRAIN: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: COOLER/RADIATOR: HOSES AND FITTINGS
Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Begin Date of Manufacturing: N/A
End Date of Manufacturing: N/A
Vehicle, Equipment or Tire Report: V
Potential Number of Units Affected: 18800
Date Owner Notified: May 18, 2021
INFLUENCED_BY: MFR
Manufacturers of Recalled Vehicles: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Report Received Date: May 4, 2021
Record Creation Date: May 4, 2021
Regulation Part Number: N/A
Federal Motor Safety Standard Number: N/A
Summary: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The transmission oil cooler hose may have been incorrectly cured, allowing transmission fluid to leak.
Consequence: A transmission fluid leak increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the hose, free of charge. Owners notification letters were mailed May 18, 2021. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is Y18.
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.safercar.gov.
Recall Component ID: 000110211004586731000002291
Manufacturer-Supplied Component Name: 2.0L TOC Hose
Manufacturer-Supplied Component Description: Hose and Tube, oil cooler pressure and return 2.0L
Manufacturer-Supplied Component Part Number: 68399018AA
Do Not Drive: No
Park Outside: No
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SUSPENSION: FRONT: CONTROL ARM: LOWER ARM
Running Sequence Number: 157229
Campaign Number: 20V657000
Make: JEEP
Model: CHEROKEE
Year: 2021
MFR Campaingn Number: W81
Component Name: SUSPENSION: FRONT: CONTROL ARM: LOWER ARM
Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
Begin Date of Manufacturing: N/A
End Date of Manufacturing: N/A
Vehicle, Equipment or Tire Report: V
Potential Number of Units Affected: 698
Date Owner Notified: Oct 30, 2020
INFLUENCED_BY: MFR
Manufacturers of Recalled Vehicles: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Report Received Date: Oct 27, 2020
Record Creation Date: Oct 27, 2020
Regulation Part Number: N/A
Federal Motor Safety Standard Number: N/A
Summary: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Jeep Cherokee Latitude and Jeep Cherokee Limited vehicles. One or both of the front lower control arms may fracture while driving.
Consequence: A front lower control arm fracture while driving may result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash without prior warning.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front lower control arms and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2020. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W81. Note: Owners are advised to not drive their vehicles until they have been inspected and repaired if needed.
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.safercar.gov.
Recall Component ID: 000106524004586731000000040
Manufacturer-Supplied Component Name: Control arm assy
Manufacturer-Supplied Component Description: Suspension frt lwr rt
Manufacturer-Supplied Component Part Number: 68439684AA
Do Not Drive: No
Park Outside: No
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SUSPENSION: FRONT: CONTROL ARM: LOWER ARM
Running Sequence Number: 157231
Campaign Number: 20V657000
Make: JEEP
Model: CHEROKEE
Year: 2021
MFR Campaingn Number: W81
Component Name: SUSPENSION: FRONT: CONTROL ARM: LOWER ARM
Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
Begin Date of Manufacturing: N/A
End Date of Manufacturing: N/A
Vehicle, Equipment or Tire Report: V
Potential Number of Units Affected: 698
Date Owner Notified: Oct 30, 2020
INFLUENCED_BY: MFR
Manufacturers of Recalled Vehicles: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Report Received Date: Oct 27, 2020
Record Creation Date: Oct 27, 2020
Regulation Part Number: N/A
Federal Motor Safety Standard Number: N/A
Summary: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Jeep Cherokee Latitude and Jeep Cherokee Limited vehicles. One or both of the front lower control arms may fracture while driving.
Consequence: A front lower control arm fracture while driving may result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash without prior warning.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front lower control arms and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2020. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W81. Note: Owners are advised to not drive their vehicles until they have been inspected and repaired if needed.
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.safercar.gov.
Recall Component ID: 000106524004586731000000040
Manufacturer-Supplied Component Name: Control arm assy
Manufacturer-Supplied Component Description: Suspension frt lwr lt
Manufacturer-Supplied Component Part Number: 68439685AA
Do Not Drive: No
Park Outside: No