Jeep Cherokee Recall: Power Transfer Unit May Fail
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Chrysler is recalling certain 2019-2023 Jeep Cherokee vehicles due to potential failure of the power transfer unit, which could lead to loss of drive power or vehicle rollaway.
What this NHTSA vehicle recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by NHTSA on May 7, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Vehicle Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain Jeep Cherokee vehicles because the power transfer unit (PTU) may fail, potentially resulting in a loss of drive power or vehicle rollaway, which increases the risk of a crash or injury.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall involves 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023 model year Jeep Cherokee vehicles. A total of 308,555 units are affected. The NHTSA Campaign Number is 26V290000. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved will become searchable on NHTSA.gov starting May 14, 2026.
What You Should Do
Owners will receive interim notification letters by mail around June 25, 2026, explaining the safety risk. Contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403 for more information. Once the final remedy is available, additional letters will be sent. FCA's recall number for this is 40D.
Why This Matters
A failed power transfer unit could cause a loss of drive power or unintended vehicle movement, heightening the risk of crashes and injuries for drivers and others on the road.
Source
This information is from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Visit NHTSA.gov for more details.
Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗
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