Chrysler recalls 2016 Jeep Cherokees with electrical short risk causing fire. Owners must park away from structures until repair. Free fix includes power liftgate module replacement and water shield.
A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Chrysler is recalling certain 2016 Jeep Cherokees due to an electrical short in the power liftgate module that could cause fire while parked or driving. This hazard requires immediate action to prevent fire risk. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1227133-jeep-cherokee-2016-electrical-fire-recall-park-away-from-structures.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1227133-jeep-cherokee-2016-electrical-fire-recall-park-away-from-structures · Updated October 4, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #23V338000
“Jeep Cherokee 2016 Electrical Fire Recall: Park Away from Structures.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1227133-jeep-cherokee-2016-electrical-fire-recall-park-away-from-structures. Based on NHTSA recall 23V338000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=23V338000).
An electrical short in the power liftgate module can cause fire when the vehicle is parked or running. This happens because the short creates heat that could ignite nearby materials.
Owners of 2016 Jeep Cherokees with power liftgate systems are affected. Those who park near structures or in areas with fire risk are most at risk.
Check if your 2016 Jeep Cherokee has a power liftgate. The recall affects vehicles with this feature that were sold between 2014 and 2016.
Move your vehicle to a location away from buildings or flammable materials until the repair is completed.
Dealers will replace the power liftgate module and add a water shield to prevent fire, with no cost to the owner.
Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will relocate the power liftgate module and add a water shield. In addition, dealers will inspect for corrosion and replace the module and electrical connectors, if necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner letters were mailed March 1, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 49A. This recall supersedes recalls 15V-393 and 15V-826. Vehicles repaired under the prior recalls will still need to have the new remedy performed.
Chrysler recalls 2016 Jeep Cherokees with power liftgate systems due to an electrical short that could cause fire while parked or running.
Your 2016 Jeep Cherokee with a power liftgate is affected. The recall covers vehicles sold between 2014 and 2016.
Yes, dealers will replace the power liftgate module and add a water shield at no cost to the owner.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Jeep to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 23V338000 — Jeep Jeep Hello, I own a Jeep that is covered by recall 23V338000 from Jeep. The official recall notice states: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will relocate the power liftgate module and add a water shield. In addition, dealers will inspect for corrosion and replace the module and electrical connectors, if necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner letters were mailed March 1, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 49A. This recall supersedes recalls 15V-393 and 15V-826. Vehicles repaired under the prior recalls will still need to have the new remedy performed. 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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