Recall 23V338000

STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE

Report Date

20230511

Component

STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE

Affected Vehicles

3 models

Defect Description

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Jeep Cherokee vehicles equipped with a power liftgate. An electrical short in the power liftgate module may lead to a vehicle fire with the ignition on or off.

Safety Consequence

A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy

Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will relocate the power liftgate module and add a water shield. In addition, dealers will inspect for corrosion and replace the module and electrical connectors, if necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner letters were mailed March 1, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 49A. This recall supersedes recalls 15V-393 and 15V-826. Vehicles repaired under the prior recalls will still need to have the new remedy performed.

Affected Vehicles

Year	Make	Model
2014	JEEP	CHEROKEE
2015	JEEP	CHEROKEE
2016	JEEP	CHEROKEE

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.