Chrysler has issued a recall for 63,082 Jeep Cherokee vehicles from 2017 to 2019 due to the risk of power transfer unit (PTU) damage. This can lead to a loss of drive power and/or park function, increasing the chance of a crash.
A recall was issued for 63,082 Jeep Cherokee s due to the possibility that the vehicles may lose power. Chrysler recalled 2017-2019 model Jeep Cherokee vehicles because the power transfer unit could become damaged and disengage the transmission, causing a loss of drive power and/or loss of park function, according to Consumer Reports. When the vehicles lose drive power or park function this can enhance the risk of a crash.
RELATED: Kia recalls late model Sorentos over possible headlight, taillight issueOwners with these model vehicles can call FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. The FCA number for the recall is 01C. Jeep owners can also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 or go to nhtsa.gov.And if you want to know if your vehicle is part of the recall, visit the NHTSA recall website and enter the license plate number or 17-digit VIN.
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