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2021 Jeep Cherokee recalls
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2021 Jeep Cherokee, filed between October 27, 2020 and May 7, 2026. Each one is below with what is wrong and the free fix.
| Campaign | Filed | Part |
|---|---|---|
| 26V290000 | May 7, 2026 | Power train |
| 24V516000 | July 8, 2024 | Air bags: curtain |
| 21V310000 | May 4, 2021 | Power train: hoses and fittings |
| 20V657000 | October 27, 2020 | Suspension: lower arm |
Power train (26V290000)
Filed May 7, 2026
What is wrong. Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The power transfer unit (PTU) may fail.
What could happen. A failed PTU may result in a loss of drive power or vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
The fix. 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.
Air bags: curtain (24V516000)
Filed July 8, 2024
What is wrong. Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. An improperly secured connector for the right-side curtain air bag may prevent the air bag from deploying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 214, "Side Impact Protection" and 226, "Ejection Mitigation."
What could happen. An air bag that does not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
The fix. Dealers will secure the connector, free of charge. All vehicles have been remedied. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 71B.
Power train: hoses and fittings (21V310000)
Filed May 4, 2021
What is wrong. Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The transmission oil cooler hose may have been incorrectly cured, allowing transmission fluid to leak.
What could happen. A transmission fluid leak increases the risk of a fire.
The fix. Dealers will inspect and replace the hose, free of charge. Owners notification letters were mailed May 18, 2021. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is Y18.
Suspension: lower arm (20V657000)
Filed October 27, 2020
What is wrong. Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Jeep Cherokee Latitude and Jeep Cherokee Limited vehicles. One or both of the front lower control arms may fracture while driving.
What could happen. A front lower control arm fracture while driving may result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash without prior warning.
The fix. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front lower control arms and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2020. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W81. Note: Owners are advised to not drive their vehicles until they have been inspected and repaired if needed.
Check that your car is on the list
Most campaigns cover only cars built in a certain date range or at a certain plant, so a 2021 Jeep Cherokee may or may not be included. The VIN is the only sure test. It is 17 characters, on the dashboard by the windshield and on the driver door jamb sticker. Look up your VIN.
How to confirm the repair is free
- Call any authorized Jeep dealer service desk and give them the VIN and the campaign number from the list above.
- Ask them to confirm the campaign is open for your car. If it is, the parts and labor are covered.
- If the dealer says the part is not in stock, ask for a written note with the date, and ask about a loaner if the notice says not to drive the car.
- Keep the repair order. It shows the campaign number and proves the work was done.
If you already paid for a repair that a recall later covered, Jeep may owe you a refund. Ask the dealer or Jeep customer service about reimbursement, and keep your receipts.
Other model years of the Cherokee
More: all Jeep recalls, check-engine codes, car repair costs.
2021 Jeep Cherokee recall questions
How many recalls does the 2021 Jeep Cherokee have?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2021 Jeep Cherokee. A campaign can cover only some cars of that model year, so check your VIN to see whether yours is included.
Is a recall repair on a 2021 Jeep Cherokee free?
Yes. A safety recall repair is free at an authorized Jeep dealer, whatever the age or mileage of the car and no matter who owns it now.
How do I know if my 2021 Jeep Cherokee was already fixed?
Enter the VIN on our recall page. If a campaign is still open, it shows as open. You can also ask a dealer to run the VIN, or look at the service history paperwork for the campaign number.
Source: NHTSA recalls API, checked 2026-10-28. Text is NHTSA's wording of each campaign. New campaigns are added over time. Not a repair shop, estimates only.