Jeep power transfer unit (PTU) may become damaged and disengage the transmission and differential, resulting in a loss of drive power or loss of park function.
The short version
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) reported a problem with the power train automatic transmission. Here is what owners need to know.
The power transfer unit (PTU) may become damaged and disengage the transmission and differential, resulting in a loss of drive power or loss of park function.
A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash. A loss of park function can cause an unintended vehicle rollaway which can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
FCA US LLC will notify owners, and dealers will perform a software update, free of charge.
Affected vehicles
These model years are included in NHTSA campaign 23V-302.
| YEAR RANGE | MODEL |
|---|---|
| 2016–2017 | Jeep Cherokee |
What changed
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- Recall reported to NHTSA. LATEST
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