NHTSA recall 26V290000 · May 7, 2026
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC): Power Transfer Unit May Fail and Cause a Loss of Drive Power
Product
2019-2023 Jeep Cherokee vehicles
Hazard
A failed PTU may result in a loss of drive power or vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
What 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.
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Check my VIN on NHTSA.govRecall details
- Summary
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The power transfer unit (PTU) may fail.
- Recall type
- Vehicle
- Potentially affected
- 61,711
- Manufacturer campaign number
- 40D
Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) notice.
Copied from the agency record without changes. Data as of Oct 14, 2026, 1:15 AM EDT. The agency notice is the final word.
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