2018 Jeep Cherokee

The ZF 9HP 9-speed automatic transmission exhibits rough or jerky shifts, hesitation during acceleration, unexpected gear hunting, and delayed engagement from park. Some owners report the transmission refusing to upshift or downshifting harshly during deceleration, creating a lurching sensation.

Reflash the Transmission Control Module (TCM) with updated calibration software. TSB 21-011-22 addresses shift quality. In severe cases, valve body replacement or full transmission rebuild may be required.

The Power Transfer Unit on AWD models can fail prematurely, sometimes as early as 30,000-50,000 miles. Symptoms include grinding or whining noise from the front differential area, vibration at speed, and eventual loss of AWD capability. The failure is often caused by inadequate lubrication and overheating of the PTU.

Replace the PTU assembly. Fluid should be changed every 60,000 miles as preventive maintenance. TSB 21-004-22 addresses PTU noise diagnosis. Use only Mopar PTU fluid for replacement.

The Uconnect infotainment system experiences intermittent crashes, slow touchscreen response, blank screen episodes, and random reboots. Bluetooth connectivity drops frequently, and the backup camera display may lag or fail to activate when shifting into reverse.

Update to the latest Uconnect software version. Perform a hard reset by disconnecting the battery for 10 minutes. TSB 08-044-22 covers software update procedures. Head unit replacement if the problem persists after updates.

Various electrical issues plague the 2022 Cherokee, including false forward collision warnings, malfunctioning blind-spot sensors, brake warning lights illuminating without cause, and phantom chiming. The auto start-stop system may display exclamation marks and refuse to function. Tail lights can fill with condensation.

Reprogram the Forward Collision Module and sensor modules with updated software. TSB 18-025-22 addresses false collision warnings. Tail light housings may need replacement with improved sealed units.

The dual-zone HVAC system blows inconsistent temperatures between sides, fails to heat or cool adequately, or produces unusual odors from the vents. Owners report musty or mildew smells from the evaporator core, and the system may default to defrost mode unexpectedly.

Clean the evaporator core with an antimicrobial treatment and replace the cabin air filter. Recalibrate the HVAC blend door actuators. TSB 24-006-22 addresses temperature inconsistency in dual-zone systems.

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The power transfer unit (PTU) may become damaged and disengage the transmission and differential, resulting in a loss of drive power and/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.

Dealers will update the drivetrain control module and PTU software and replace the PTU, as necessary free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed beginning February 13, 2025. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated February 2026. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 01C.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Renegade, Compass and Grand Cherokee, RAM 1500 and Promaster, Fiat 500x, Dodge Journey, Challenger, Charger and Durango and Chrysler 300x vehicles, 2017-2018 Jeep Wrangler, Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles and 2018-2019 Jeep Cherokee and 2018 Chrysler Pacifica and Pacifica Hybrid vehicles. The powertrain control module may be equipped with a voltage regulator chip in the circuit board that may fail, causing a stall or a no start condition.

A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began October 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U87.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Cherokee all-wheel-drive vehicles. The bearing cage for the right front halfshaft assembly may not have been properly heat treated, possibly resulting in the bearing cage breaking and a potential halfshaft assembly failure.

If the halfshaft bearing cage breaks, the halfshaft may not be able to transmit engine power, causing a loss of drive or it can allow the vehicle to move while in the "Park" position. Either condition may increase the risk of a crash.

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front right halfshaft assemblies, free of charge. The recall began September 20, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U78.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler 200, 2016-2018 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (less than 10,000 lb), 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica and 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. These vehicles are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging. If, when using cruise control, there is a short circuit within the vehicle's wiring, the driver may not be able to shut off the cruise control either by depressing the brake pedal or manually turning the system off once it has been engaged, resulting in either the vehicle maintaining its current speed or possibly accelerating.

If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Note: Owners are advised to stop using cruise control until the software update has been performed. In the event that cruise control cannot be disengaged while driving, owners should firmly and steadily apply the brakes and shift the transmission to neutral, placing the vehicle in park once it has stopped.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Cherokee vehicles equipped with a 2.4L engine. These vehicles may have been manufactured with a fuel tube that may leak fuel into the engine compartment.

A fuel leak in the presence of the ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel tube, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 24, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U39.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Cherokee and Compass vehicles equipped with 2.4L engines. The engines may have a cracked oil pump housing that can result in oil pump failure.

If the oil pump fails, the engine will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the oil pump, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 5, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T65.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The tire and rim size information required to be on the Certification label was omitted during manufacturing, which may result in an incorrect tire and rim combination being installed on the vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

The missing tire and rim designation information may lead to an incorrect combination being installed on the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Chrysler will notify owners and will provide a corrected certification label, free of charge. The recall began October 13, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T53.