Chrysler is recalling certain 2019-2023 Jeep Cherokees due to potential power transfer unit failure causing loss of drive power or vehicle rollaway, increasing crash risk. Owners will receive safety letters by June 25, 2026.
A failed PTU may result in a loss of drive power or vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Chrysler is recalling certain 2019-2023 Jeep Cherokees because their power transfer units (PTUs) may fail, leading to loss of drive power or vehicle rollaway. This could increase the risk of a crash or injury if the vehicle is not properly controlled.
A power transfer unit (PTU) failure can cause the vehicle to lose drive power or roll away. This increases the risk of a crash or injury, especially if the vehicle is not properly secured or controlled.
Owners of 2019-2023 Jeep Cherokees are affected. Drivers and passengers are most at risk if the vehicle rolls away unexpectedly.
This recall affects 2019-2023 Jeep Cherokees. The power transfer unit (PTU) may fail, but there are no visible signs of the issue.
Owners will receive safety letters by June 25, 2026, explaining the risk and next steps.
Owners can call FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403 for more information or to report the vehicle.
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.
Chrysler is recalling certain 2019-2023 Jeep Cherokees because the power transfer unit (PTU) may fail, leading to loss of drive power or vehicle rollaway.
This recall affects 2019-2023 Jeep Cherokees. There are no visible signs of the issue, but you can check your VIN on NHTSA.gov starting May 14, 2026.
You will receive safety letters by June 25, 2026. Contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403 for more information or to report the vehicle.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Jeep to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 26V290000 — Jeep Jeep Hello, I own a Jeep that is covered by recall 26V290000 from Jeep. The official recall notice states: 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. 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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