Vehicle recall 26V290000 · May 7, 2026
2019-2023 Jeep Cherokee
The power transfer unit (PTU) may fail.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- 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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 26V290000
- Reported to NHTSA
- May 7, 2026
- Filed by
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
- Manufacturer campaign
- 40D
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 61,711
- Initiated by
- NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation
- Components
- Power train
Vehicles covered
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