NHTSA safety recalls
2021 Jeep Cherokee Recalls
NHTSA lists 4 safety recall campaigns for the 2021 Jeep Cherokee — 2 of them relate to power train. Recalls are published by year, make and model rather than per-VIN, so check your exact vehicle at nhtsa.gov/recalls. The repair is free at any franchised dealer, whatever the age of the car or who owns it now.
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These campaigns cover the 2021 Jeep Cherokee as a model line. Decode your VIN to see the build details for your specific car, then confirm the recalls against it at NHTSA.
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26V290000Power Train
A failed PTU may result in a loss of drive power or vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
The riskA failed PTU may result in a loss of drive power or vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
The fix — freeDealers 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.
What was foundChrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The power transfer unit (PTU) may fail.
26V290000 at NHTSA24V516000Air Bags · Side/window · Curtain
An air bag that does not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
The riskAn air bag that does not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
The fix — freeDealers will secure the connector, free of charge. All vehicles have been remedied. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 71B.
What was foundChrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. An improperly secured connector for the right-side curtain air bag may prevent the air bag from deploying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 214, "Side Impact Protection" and 226, "Ejection Mitigation."
24V516000 at NHTSA21V310000Power Train · Automatic Transmission · Cooler/radiator · Hoses And Fittings
A transmission fluid leak increases the risk of a fire.
The riskA transmission fluid leak increases the risk of a fire.
The fix — freeDealers will inspect and replace the hose, free of charge. Owners notification letters were mailed May 18, 2021. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is Y18.
What was foundChrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The transmission oil cooler hose may have been incorrectly cured, allowing transmission fluid to leak.
21V310000 at NHTSA20V657000Suspension · Front · Control Arm · Lower Arm
A front lower control arm fracture while driving may result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash without prior…
The riskA front lower control arm fracture while driving may result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash without prior warning.
The fix — freeChrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front lower control arms and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2020. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W81. Note: Owners are advised to not drive their vehicles until they have been inspected and repaired if needed.
What was foundChrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Jeep Cherokee Latitude and Jeep Cherokee Limited vehicles. One or both of the front lower control arms may fracture while driving.
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Campaign data is published by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and is refreshed daily. Check your exact VIN at nhtsa.gov — their lookup can confirm applicability and repair status for a specific vehicle; this page lists model-level campaigns.
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