2019 Jeep Cherokee
Problems, recalls and owner-reported issues
Power train is the leading concern among 1,643 owner complaints filed for this model year. This is the 4th highest complaint count among 12 Cherokee model years with reports.
Of the 2019 reports, 40 involved a crash and 19 involved a fire. 37 people were injured.
What owners report most often
Recalls and investigations
Power trainMay 7, 2026
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The power transfer unit (PTU) may fail.
A failed PTU may result in a loss of drive power or vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
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.
Campaign 26V290000 on NHTSA.gov
Power trainApr 29, 2025
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. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning February 19, 2026. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 01C.
Campaign 25V011000 on NHTSA.gov
Steering, rack and pinion, rackAug 29, 2019
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The steering rack gear may break, possibly causing a loss of steering control.
A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gear, free of charge. The recall began October 24, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V99.
Campaign 19V637000 on NHTSA.gov
Air bagsJun 13, 2019
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The impact and acceleration sensors may fail and reduce the air bag system's ability to properly detect certain crash events.
In the event of a crash, the inability to properly detect a crash may result in improper air bag deployment, increasing the risk of injury.
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected sensors, free of charge. The recall began August 8, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V63.
Campaign 19V449000 on NHTSA.gov
SeatsMar 28, 2019
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The front passenger seat mounting bolts may be loose.
In the event of a crash, the seat may move, increasing the risk of injury.
Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will tighten the mounting bolts, free of charge. The recall began April 11, 2019. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V31.
Campaign 19V248000 on NHTSA.gov
Electrical system, instrument cluster/panelDec 20, 2018
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The instrument cluster may fail resulting in a lack of activation of warning chimes, messages, and gauges.
Without the activation of warning chimes, messages, and gauges to provide vehicle information to the driver, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the instrument cluster, free of charge. The recall began February 7, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is UC4.
Campaign 18V917000 on NHTSA.gov
Power train, automatic transmissionOct 19, 2018
Chrysler(FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Jeep Cherokee vehicles equipped with 2.4L engines. Improper transmission calibration may result in a stall.
A vehicle stall can increase the risk of crash.
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will re-flash the transmission controller with a new calibration, free of charge. The recall began November 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is UA9.
Campaign 18V739000 on NHTSA.gov
Electrical system, wiring, front underhoodAug 9, 2018
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.
Campaign 18V524000 on NHTSA.gov
Service brakes, hydraulic, foundation components, disc, caliperAug 9, 2018
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Dodge Grand Caravan and Jeep Compass, 2018 Dodge Journey, and 2019 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons on these vehicles may have an insufficient coating causing gas pockets to form, potentially reducing rear brake performance.
A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the vehicle's brake system, free of charge. The recall began September 29, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U86.
Campaign 18V523000 on NHTSA.gov
Power train, automatic transmissionJul 26, 2018
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Jeep Cherokee vehicles and 2018 Chrysler Pacifica non-hybrid vehicles. A component in the transmission may not have been welded properly, possibly causing the transmission to not transmit engine power to the wheels.
If the transmission weld fails, the vehicle will stop moving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin September 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U85.
Campaign 18V492000 on NHTSA.gov
Engine and engine cooling, engineMay 25, 2018
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Jeep Cherokee vehicles equipped with 2.0L engines. The engines in these vehicles may be missing valve stem keepers, which can allow the valve to drop into the engine cylinder causing engine damage. These engines may also have a reversed camshaft cap that can damage the camshaft bearing causing camshaft failure.
Cylinder damage or camshaft failure can cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair or replace the affected engine components, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 9, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U52.
Campaign 18V344000 on NHTSA.gov
Representative owner complaints
1,643 reports, newest first.
Engine, Nov 14, 2022
The engine dies without warning while driving and it's burning gas much more than usual. Car has been brought back to dealer with no lasting remedy. One dealer blamed it on a built-in function which causes the engine to stop if the oil level is low so that the engine doesn't burn up, but the oil level was fine. Another dealer said the it was the "auto on/off" function that is controlled by a separate battery that could be bad or the switch that controls the "auto on/off" function, but did not fix it.
Power train, Engine, Nov 9, 2022
The contact owns a 2019 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at 60 MPH, the vehicle was jerking, and the engine revved inadvertently. The contact also stated that when she applied the brakes, a loud abnormal noise was heard. After parking the vehicle, the parking brake engaged independently. Additionally, the contact also stated that she needed to refill the engine oil on a weekly basis. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer on two different occasions; however, the failure could not be duplicated. The vehicle was then taken to Lone Star Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram (8811 Interstate 35 Access Rd, San Antonio, TX 78211) where various unknown repairs were performed; however, the failure recurred. The contact stated that she was offered to trade in the vehicle. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 19,000.
Electrical system, Nov 8, 2022
The contact owns a 2019 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated while stopped in traffic, the vehicle lost electric power and shutdown without warning. The contact stated she moved around the battery cables and the vehicle was able to restart. The dealer was contacted and stated that the VIN was not under recall. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that the VIN was not under recall. The failure mileage was unknown.
Power train, Electrical system, Nov 2, 2022
My car shifted into neutral while driving and flashed "park to shift to drive" on the dash. I had to park, turn the car off, then turn it back on in order to drive. This happened 7 times trying to get home. The next day it just shut off while driving and the check engine light came on. I could have been rear-ended or caused an accident. My car would not accelerate until it was turned off and back on. I had people blaring their horns and swerving around me. The dealer told me the codes were an evaporative pressure switch and CAN bus code. They diagnosed the CAN bus issue as the PTU and replaced it. When I picked up the car, I had a rattling noise under the hood. I took it back to the dealer. When they fixed it, the ESS (Engine Stop/Start) was no longer working. A few weeks later, the jeep won't start and can't be jumped by other vehicles. Roadside assistance could get it started, but as soon as they disconnected their commercial jumper, it died. Had to tow back to dealer. Now I am told it is the alternator and battery.
Power train, Oct 23, 2022
The alarm of "4WD system not available. Service required" is shown in the panel. Went to my Jeep dealer and check the issue. After revision they said that the problem is with the PTU that needs to be replaced. Checking in Internet, found that problems with the PTU is a recurring issue with the jeep cherokee. I found a recall for this problem and my VIN is not included, but the safety problem is there. I would really appreciate if you can help with this matter. Thank you.
Electrical system, Vehicle speed control, Engine, Oct 20, 2022
Hello -- My Jeep has had a repetitive issue with the Start/Stop system since I took ownership. In recent months, my vehicle has stalled on two separate occasions by completely shutting down at a stop light. First the "hood switch is open" alert comes up, then an emergency braking alert comes up, all while the vehicle completely shuts off as I am accelerating. This is extremely dangerous as it could definitely cause an accident as I'm mid-intersection. I have taken my vehicle to Jeep to complain of the issue, but they have let me know that the vehicle is not recording the error codes and there is nothing to be done. They literally send me home to continue driving it and have the stalling happen again. I have done extensive research and found that I am not the only Jeep owner with this issue. In fact, they have also gone through very similar frustrations with the dealership as they state there is nothing to be done. From my research it looks like it could be the IBS connector (intelligent battery sensor), but it also could be a poor electrical system. Please help.
Steering, Oct 18, 2022
power steering went out while driving down the interstate at 70 MPH. The dealership said that the rack and pinnon had to be replaced. The Jeep has less than 60,000 miles on it. This is unacceptable for a product of this expense and quality.
Engine, Oct 18, 2022
The contact owns a 2019 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated that while in for a routine oil change it was discovered that oil was leaking from the rear main seal. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who confirmed the leak and indicated that the rear main seal needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 116,000.
Power train, Oct 10, 2022
While driving, my car had a service light come on that said "4WD System Unavailable Service Required" meaning my 4WD randomly stopped working, my transmission has also randomly been slipping. My car was purchased from a dealer, brand new, with 16 miles on it- several which I put on it while test driving. I have had nothing but trouble with it since purchasing and now at 74,3XX miles on it, I am yet again having issues. When codes were ran, it came up as a Drive Train Control Module code and says PTU- Motor- Component or System Obstructed or Blocked. The dealership told me the cost would be at least $2,200 to fix the issue and the part is backordered which makes me think I'm not the only one having this issue. I cannot afford to keep fixing the random things that happen to my car that should not be happening to a vehicle that was purchased brand new and has been gently used. There are recalls for this same issue on other VIN numbers of this vehicle, I feel like there should be more recalls issued.
Electrical system, Engine, Oct 9, 2022
Vehicle auto stop/start malfunctioning. Vehicle has shut off while driving. Vehicle has shut off while coming to a stop. Vehicle fails to start with auto stop/start feature. Vehicle currently won’t start.
Power train, Electrical system, Engine, Oct 6, 2022
I bought this car end of July 2022, around 31,000 miles from a Jeep dealer. Within weeks I began receiving alerts on my dash that the 4WD needed to be serviced as well as the start/stop function. Dealer had my car in Sept for almost two weeks. Today, something flashed on my screen stating electric failure and it completely shut down. Nothing will turn on. It had to be drug up onto the tow truck as it could not be placed into neutral. Upon reviewing online resources, this appears to be an issue with this year/model, often happening while the car is in motion. This is terrifying! I have owned two Dodge Journeys and am currently leasing a wrangler. I have been a long time Dodge/Jeep customer and am terrified to drive this vehicle! If I could hand the keys back I would. The service center at the dealership said that they “should” be able to look at my car next week- just to look at it!
Other or unspecified, Sep 22, 2022
When stop/start feature is active and I have come to a stop typically engine turns off and back on within a few seconds. Lately if I do not take foot off break in time it will stall. After stall I am able to restart car.
Power train, Sep 20, 2022
Problem with Transfer Case, Transmission, code C14A7 PTU, I had my engine replaced a couple of years ago due to excessive oil consumption. I am currently going through oil checks again due to excessive oil consumption.
Other or unspecified, Sep 19, 2022
6/15/2020 24793 miles, while driving battery light came on jeep stalled. Started back up and while accelerating battery light came again and stalled. Took to Jeep dealership, they said batter had low charge. 6/3/21 31567 miles start/stop light came on . Tech found nothing 8/25/21 33881 miles check engine light came on Electronic throttle body control system replaced by Jeep, had to pay out of pocket !!! 10/27/21 35278 miles while slowing down door chime went off battery light came on and Jeep stalled. Tried starting back up it was hesitating finally started would happen randomly. Tech not able to duplicate 6/29/22 40866 miles Vehicle does not accelerate at all different speeds, same issues as before, Jeep relearned ETC Under warranty from 8/2021 replacement. 7/5/22 40959 miles while driving vehicle does not accelerate properly gas peddle to the floor speed does not go up but rpm’s at 4000, has to pull over several times and restart vehicle. Jeep could not duplicate 9/16/22 43500 miles vehicle was not accelerating would not go over 40, rpm’s going over 4000 , making loud engine sounds, stabilization light came on along with message 4wd not in service. Jeep said they couldn’t duplicate issue. Will hold overnight. Still awaiting answer. This is a major safety issue, putting me or whoever is driving along with passengers at risk, if vehicle isn’t accelerating not able to go on highways, driving is limited due to not knowing what to expect. Driving through intersections very risky, have to make sure no one is anywhere near to being close because I don’t know if I will get out of the way On time! Jeep dealership aware of the issue, since they replaced throttle body in 8/2021. But I believe all of the symptoms from the beginning are all linked to this issue. Stalling is a major safety issue. I bought a new car for safety reasons, to be reliable on a new car. Unfortunately I am not safe nor do I feel this car is reliable!
Parking brake, Sep 14, 2022
The contact owns a 2019 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated while driving approximately 2 MPH in a parking lot, the parking brake inadvertently engaged and stopped the vehicle. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the vehicle needed the rear brakes and calipers to be replaced. The vehicle had been repaired. The contact stated that the inadvertent parking brake activation had reoccurred. The contact researched online and related the failure to NHTSA Action Number: PE22009 (Parking Brake). The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 46,000.
Tires, Sep 14, 2022
tire explode , come out of the rims , damaged rims, bumper,motor cover ,alignment, brakes , fender, all the moldings, destroyed the under wheel well and damaged the power steering .
Engine, Sep 8, 2022
The contact owns a 2019 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. Additionally, the vehicle made abnormal sounds while driving. The contact was able to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the engine needed to be replaced after an oil consumption test was performed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 52,082.
Steering, Electrical system, Sep 5, 2022
I was driving down the road, got onto the highway, and I suddenly lost my power steering. I noticed the red warning light come on right when it happened. Up to this point I never had any problems with the power steering or any warning messages. It was raining pretty hard, and I could not safely pull over for a couple miles. I finally found a space to pull off to. Turned my vehicle off, let it sit for a little bit and then turned it back on. The warning was gone and everything felt ok. So I got back onto the highway and 3 minutes later it all happened again. I was able to make it to my destination and hoped that if I let it sit a little longer maybe it'll fix itself. After about an hour I went to go start my car and the warning was still on and this time a warning message appeared stating my power steering needed servicing. I turned my car off and then back on and the message was gone and everything was working again. I left my destination to go back home about a mile down the road I lost my power steering again, this time both the light and the message appeared. I made it home and the issue continues to persist. I only have 45k miles on it. This just happened today so I have not been able to get it into a shop. The fact that this happened on the highway was very scary. I had a very hard time just trying to get it back into my driveway.
Structure, Sep 3, 2022
Both front doors fill with water in even the lightest rain. A health emergence is developing due to mold forming. Additionally, any/all electronics in the door are likely to short out causing many safety issues if this known problem is not addressed by the manufacturer .
Electrical system, Equipment, Aug 30, 2022
The contact owns a 2019 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated shortly after receiving routine maintenance at unknown local dealer, the infotainment screen delaminated. The contact also stated that the vehicle would independently call 911. The contact took the vehicle back to dealer where it was diagnosed with needing the radio to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. Upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V917000 (Electrical System) however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 66,343.
Power train, Other or unspecified, Aug 29, 2022
Every time I come to a red light or a stop sign and apply pressure to the break the voltage of the battery goes down. The vehicle cuts off and it will not start back up. I can be in a traffic jam and apply pressure to the brake and the vehicle will cut off leaving me in the middle of traffic. It will not start back up.
Other or unspecified, Aug 28, 2022
About 1 year after purchasing 2019 Jeep Cherokee, the SUV would stall. This is what happens: stopped at a red light or a stop sign. Foot is on the brake. Once the light turns green , or I can now process beyond the stop Sign, I lift my foot off the brake, to the gas. As soon as my foot is lifted from the brake. The auto park/brake goes on. The brake pedal gets stuck. I am not able to drive. The light turns orange for the parking brake(was not prior) the light turns orange where it states “PULL ON (P) “. Cars in back of me start to beep their horns. I have to then put the car into park (it is currently in drive) . After placed in park, I have to completely turn the engine off. Restart the car/SUV, then go back into drive. There has been times when I was not able to do this (ie restart the SUV). I would have to spend several minutes trying to push (pump) the brake a few times that is locked now. I only have to do this when I am Not able to put the car into park from drive before restarting the car (SUV). This happens without me even adjusting the Brake / Park that reads “PULL ON “ with a “P” and circle. Meaning, the parking brake light is not on when this happens; it is off. I Have brought to the dealership and told they “cannot replicate the problem .” They explain “diagnostics “ were run and there is no issues. I thought maybe it has something to do with electrical and the engine shutting off automatically while stopped a light. I asked if this feature could be turned off and was told by the dealership it could Not be. Meaning, the feature where the car engine shuts off when stopped at a light . No resolution; dealership overall dismissive of concern. Recently have noticed rarely that the lane change departure feature will not light up or alarm when there is a “blind spot” and a car present. This was a new purchase in 2019 and was not a used car purchase. The year of the car is a 2019.
Engine, Aug 26, 2022
The automatic start/stop feature shows a warning on the dashboard. The vehicle cut off completely at a stopping point 3 times on me. It’s not suppose to cut off completely, when I took my foot off the break and or pressed the gas the vehicle did not move nor was it still running.
Power train, Aug 24, 2022
At @45,000 miles the 4WD system unavailable service required message and svc 4WD message came on, then every time the Jeep was driven messages would come on. Dealer replaced the PTU. NHTSA has already had a recall on Jeep Cherokee PTU's, but only to model years 2017. I believe Jeep still has a problem with the PTU and the recall should be reexamined to include years to at least 2020.
Power train, Aug 24, 2022
Service 4wd light came on. PTU needs to be replaced. No dealer within a 20 mile radius had loaners and only 1 had an appointment before October. This is the same issue that was covered in 14-17 jeep recall 20V343 and is now happening in later models. Dealer has had car for 2 WEEKS while i pay out of pocket for a rental. Warranty will only offer $40 per day reimbursement. I am in NY there are exactly 0 rentals for that price. I should not be paying out of pocket for something that should clearly have a recall... AGAIN. On top of all this i have not spoken to my case agent once. Always "on phone" when i call. This is absolutely ridiculous.