Use cautionVehicle recall · NHTSA · Published July 5, 2026
Jeep Cherokee 2020 Power Train Recall: Risk of Loss of Drive Power
Chrysler recalls 2020 Jeep Cherokees with potential power transfer unit failure causing loss of drive power or vehicle rollaway, increasing crash risk. Owners must contact FCA for free repairs.
Chrysler is recalling certain 2020 Jeep Cherokees due to a power transfer unit (PTU) that may fail, potentially causing loss of drive power or vehicle rollaway. This could increase the risk of a crash or injury if not corrected. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/79740-jeep-cherokee-2020-power-train-recall-risk-of-loss-of.
“Jeep Cherokee 2020 Power Train Recall: Risk of Loss of Drive Power.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/79740-jeep-cherokee-2020-power-train-recall-risk-of-loss-of. Based on NHTSA recall #26V290000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V290000).
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) recalled 2019-2023 Jeep Cherokee vehicles due to a power transfer unit failure that may cause loss of drive power or vehicle rollaway, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The recall was announced on July 5, 2026.
How to tell if you have it
Jeep Cherokee, 2019-2023
What to do
Dealers will update the Drivetrain Control Module, PTU, and Electronic Park Brake software, and replace the PTU as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
The hazard
A failed power transfer unit may result in a loss of drive power or vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Context
GovInfoNow's records show Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) has 416 other recalls on record since Jan. 28, 2015. Other recent recalls include a Sept. 29, 2026 air bag recall for the 2026 Ram 1500, a Sept. 29, 2026 steering recall for the 2022-2026 Ram Promaster, and a Sept. 29, 2026 TPMS sensor recall for the 2026 Ram 1500. Manufacturers have sent NHTSA 407 technical service bulletins covering the 2019 Jeep Cherokee as of July 9, 2026.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your 2020 Jeep Cherokee has a power transfer unit (PTU) that may fail. The recall covers specific vehicle models from 2019-2023, but only 2020 models are affected by this specific recall.
Brand
Jeep
Category
Vehicle
Based on the official NHTSA remedy
What to do — step by step
Contact FCA Customer Service
Call 1-800-853-1403 to get the fix for your vehicle.
Get Free Repair Kit
Dealers will update the drivetrain control module and replace the PTU as needed at no cost.
Official remedy
What NHTSA says to do
Dealers will update the Drivetrain Control Drivetrain Control Module, PTU, and Electronic Park Brake software, and replace the PTU, as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk were 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.
How this recall unfolded
Recall timeline
2 dated steps over 10 days.
1Interim owner letters mailed
2NHTSA received the defect report
Dates from the agency record only; steps without a date are left out.
Take action
Contact Jeep
We’ve drafted a message you can send Jeep to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 26V290000 — Jeep Cherokee 2020 Power Train Recall: Risk of Loss of Drive Power
Hello,
I own a Jeep Cherokee 2020 Power Train Recall: Risk of Loss of Drive Power that is covered by recall 26V290000 from Jeep.
The official recall notice states: Dealers will update the Drivetrain Control Drivetrain Control Module, PTU, and Electronic Park Brake software, and replace the PTU, as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk were 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.
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.
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.
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