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2020 Jeep Cherokee recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2020 Jeep Cherokee. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

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2020 Jeep Cherokee recalls, newest first

May 7, 2026NHTSA 26V29000061,711 vehicles potentially affected

Power train

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
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.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

September 10, 2020NHTSA 20V191000319,610 vehicles potentially affected

Back over prevention › Sensing system › Camera

Summary
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2020 Jeep Gladiator and Jeep Cherokee, 2019-2020 Ram 1500 Pickup, Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, Chrysler Pacifica, Dodge Durango, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Wrangler, and Jeep Renegade and 2019 Dodge Challenger vehicles equipped with 8.4" or 12" radio displays. A software error can cause the rearview camera image to remain displayed after the vehicle has been shifted out of reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
Consequence
The lingering rearview image can distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will update the radio display software, free of charge. Optionally, owners can choose to remotely update their software via an Over-The-Air (OTA) update available as of May 1, 2020. The recall began April 27, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W30-W37.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

August 29, 2019NHTSA 19V6370005,294 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Rack and pinion › Rack

Summary
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The steering rack gear may break, possibly causing a loss of steering control.
Consequence
A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gear, free of charge. The recall began October 24, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V99.
Components
Steering › Rack and pinion › Rack; Steering › Rack and pinion › Pinion shaft

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 298 complaints about the 2020 Jeep Cherokee with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported
9
Fires reported
5
Injuries reported
9
Deaths reported
0

Most complained-about components

  1. Power train168
  2. Engine41
  3. Unknown or other36
  4. Electrical system33
  5. Service brakes24

Other Jeep Cherokee years

Other 2020 Jeep models

Most recalled 2020 vehicles

  1. 2020 Ford Explorer (33 recalls)
  2. 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 (32 recalls)
  3. 2020 Lincoln Aviator (30 recalls)
  4. 2020 Blue Bird Vision School Bus (29 recalls)
  5. 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 (27 recalls)
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Questions

Does the 2020 Jeep Cherokee have any recalls?
3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: power train, back over prevention, steering. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 2020 Jeep Cherokee recall has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Jeep dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2020 Jeep Cherokee?
298 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.