Jeep Cherokee: Power train — automatic transmission

Affects Jeep Cherokee · 2018–2019 — about 5 vehicles.

The hazard

If the transmission weld fails, the vehicle will stop moving, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

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.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational