2023 Jeep Cherokee recalls and problems

The 2023 Jeep Cherokee has 1 recall and 3 owner complaints on file with NHTSA; the most reported problem area is power train.

How the 2023 compares

Lowest

Fewest complaintsMost complaints

Lowest complaint count among 14 Cherokee model years — 14th most.

1recalls

3complaints

1crashes

0fires

1injuries

11,500median miles

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not verified and not adjusted for sales. Ranking compares this model's own years only.

Does your car have an open recall?
Recalls apply to specific vehicles. Only a VIN lookup on NHTSA's official site shows whether yours is affected and still unrepaired.

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1 recall

Power Train

May 7, 2026 · NHTSA campaign 26V290000 · 61,711 vehicles

Problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The power transfer unit (PTU) may fail.

Risk: A failed PTU may result in a loss of drive power or vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Remedy

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.

Recall text as published by NHTSA and the manufacturer.

What owners complain about

Power Train2

Air Bags1

Parking Brake1

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA; one complaint can name several areas. Not verified by NHTSA.

Complaints by year filed

2023 vs. other Jeep Cherokee years

Owner complaints by model year; the darker bar is the 2023. Click a bar to switch year.

Questions

Does the 2023 Jeep Cherokee have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign covering the 2023 Jeep Cherokee, the latest from May 7, 2026 (power train). A recall applies to specific vehicles: enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected and still open.

What are the most common problems with the 2023 Jeep Cherokee?

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA most often mention power train (2), air bags (1), parking brake (1). Complaints are consumer reports and are not verified by NHTSA.