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Vehicle recall · NHTSA · Published March 28, 2019

JEEP CHEROKEE (2019) recall — Seats

Chrysler recalls 2019 Jeep Cherokee vehicles with loose front passenger seat mounting bolts that could increase injury risk during crashes.

🇺🇸 NHTSA recall #19V248000VehicleChrysler ›
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What happened, in plain English

Chrysler is recalling certain 2019 Jeep Cherokee vehicles because the front passenger seat mounting bolts may be loose. This could increase injury risk during a crash. Owners should contact dealers for free bolt tightening. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1224070-2019-jeep-cherokee-seats-loose-bolts-risk-injury-in-crash.

Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1224070-2019-jeep-cherokee-seats-loose-bolts-risk-injury-in-crash · Updated October 5, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #19V248000

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“2019 Jeep Cherokee Seats: Loose Bolts Risk Injury in Crash.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1224070-2019-jeep-cherokee-seats-loose-bolts-risk-injury-in-crash. Based on NHTSA recall #19V248000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=19V248000).

Why it’s dangerous

In a crash, loose seat mounting bolts could cause the front passenger seat to move. This movement might increase the risk of injury to the passenger by not providing proper restraint during impact.

Who’s affected

Owners of 2019 Jeep Cherokee vehicles with loose front passenger seat mounting bolts are affected. Drivers and passengers in these vehicles face higher injury risk during crashes.

How to tell if you have this one

Check if your 2019 Jeep Cherokee has loose front passenger seat mounting bolts. The recall began April 11, 2019, and affects vehicles with this specific issue.

  • Brand
    Chrysler
  • Category
    Vehicle
Based on the official NHTSA remedy

What to do — step by step

  1. Contact Dealer for Free Bolt Tightening

    Dealers will tighten the front passenger seat mounting bolts at no cost to owners.

Official remedy

What NHTSA says to do

Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will tighten the mounting bolts, free of charge. The recall began April 11, 2019. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V31.

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Questions people ask

Why is this recall happening?

The front passenger seat mounting bolts may be loose, increasing injury risk during a crash.

How do I know if my vehicle is affected?

Check if your 2019 Jeep Cherokee has loose front passenger seat mounting bolts. The recall began April 11, 2019.

What should I do if I own this vehicle?

Contact a dealer for free bolt tightening. Chrysler's recall number is V31.

Take action

Contact Chrysler

We’ve drafted a message you can send Chrysler to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.

Subject: Recall 19V248000 — Chrysler Chrysler

Hello,

I own a Chrysler that is covered by recall 19V248000 from Chrysler.

The official recall notice states: Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will tighten the mounting bolts, free of charge.  The recall began April 11, 2019.  Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403.  Chrysler's number for this recall is V31.

I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this?

Thank you.

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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.

  • Official source: NHTSA Recall #19V248000 (March 28, 2019)
  • Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 5, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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