10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
6 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
3 / 0
Average Mileage:
12,232 miles

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problem #305

Feb 182023

Cherokee

  • 19,000 miles
The contact owns a 2019 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle failed to immediately accelerate while depressing the accelerator pedal. The contact stated that the vehicle was hesitating while accelerating. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 19,000.

- Warren, MI, USA

problem #304

Dec 192024

Cherokee

  • miles
Following up on NHTSA ID Number: 11632353: Per NHTSA's website: "If the manufacturer has failed or is unable to remedy this safety recall for your vehicle in a timely manner, please contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at: 1-888-327-4236 or TTY: 1-800-424-9153 or file an online complaint with NHTSA." -?" I won't recount the full incident of original malfunction related to the PTU and now having been issued safety recall. But to add further complication and still any lack of resolve, we received the notifications of issuance of a safety recall related to our PTU failure. However, all correspondence has continued to state indefinitely that the is currently no resolve available for the problem. Meanwhile, the additional safety concerns and financial hardships this has caused, are compounding. First off, when attempting to move the vehicle which is completely unable to be driven whatsoever, my family and I literally were going to attempt to push the car, as it's completely immobile by its own power. And worse and scarier yet, when we attempted to do so, we found that it could no longer be trusted to hold to it's spot, in the park gear selector position! And having the completely electronic parking brake only, and with a brand new battery now also completely dead mysteriously, parking brake is completely unusable. Only choice has been to keep the vehicle sitting up against wheel chocks on all four wheels. It has become nothing but a source of anxiety and worry about our safety, but also about our lack of any resolve on when, if ever, we'll be able to get it fixed, so that we can hopefully immediately sell it, to get it out of our worrying minds. Secondly, we bought a second car in order for my wife and I both to have, reliable transportation. She being a nurse with a full time position, we had no choice but to have an immediate resolve, whereas Jeep has given us no indication of any fix, at any time in the near future. Unacceptable and Jeep needs to resolve asap.

- Saint Charles, MO, USA

problem #303

Feb 122025

Cherokee

  • miles
Oil filter housing; sensors; gasket; coolant temp sensor. Wheel sensor set too low and NOT what is recommended for wheel safety.

- Columbus, OH, USA

problem #302

Jan 172025

Cherokee

  • miles
PTU component failure. A loss of drive power increased severity of a crash and injuries. The problem has been confirmed by Jeep dealership service center. The vehicle/component has not yet been inspected. Mechanical grinding noise and loss of drive power, vehicle would continue to stay in motion and brakes would not work effectively.

- Rio Rancho, NM, USA

problem #301

Feb 092025

Cherokee

  • miles
While Driving the vehicle shut off all lights went off on dashboard. Vehicle also jerks forward at stop lights transmission issues. There was no warning light or codes when checked with OBD

- Palm Desert, CA, USA

problem #300

Feb 052025

Cherokee

  • 102,555 miles
The contact owns a 2019 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated while driving 76 MPH and attempting to depress the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to respond as needed. The contact merged into the slow lane, pulled over to the right side of the road, shifted the vehicle to park, and heard an abnormal grinding noise coming from the transmission. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that a dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the dealer refused to diagnose the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V011000 (POWER TRAIN). The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to Mopar to obtain a rental vehicle. The failure mileage was 102,555.

- Sheboygan, WI, USA

problem #299

Feb 012025

Cherokee

  • miles
My SVC4wheel is unavailable temporarily service needed is on been on since I got jeep recently I was thrown into a ditch and wasn't able to control the jeep due to no 4 wheel drive but my stability control is tied to that. And I believe it is part of the recent ptu recall jeep just had from 2017-2019 jeep Cherokee. I have exact same issue. My jeep acts like it wants to always stall which is part of the recent recall lose of power to the power transfer unit b could become damage band stall. My jeep has exactly same issues as that recall and I was out in a ditch due to lack of power to put it in 4 wheel drive.

- Pioneer , OH, USA

problem #298

Dec 182024

Cherokee

  • 80,000 miles
The contact owns a 2019 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated that the Service 4WD warning light was flashing and had become constant. The contact stated that while accelerating to make a right turn from a stop light at approximately 25 MPH, the vehicle stalled. There were clicking and popping sounds coming from the transmission. The failure was brief before the vehicle self-corrected, and the contact was able to continue driving. The contact stated that while in a School's pick-up line with stop-and-go traffic, the brake pedal was depressed, and the vehicle lost power. The contact shifted to park, restarted the vehicle, and continued driving. The vehicle was taken to a certified mechanic, who diagnosed that the power transfer unit (PTU) had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired due to the replacement part being on backorder. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and confirmed that the VIN was not under recall. The manufacturer referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was 80,000.

- Pensacola, FL, USA

problem #297

Jan 312025

Cherokee

  • miles
4×4 temporary unavailable service required. Light has been on since I bought it on November told dealer, and this is connected to my stability control andy rear all over road it acts like it wants to stall and I already went on to ditch 4 days ago due to ice and snow and not being Able control car fully

- Pioneer , OH, USA

problem #296

Jan 292025

Cherokee

  • miles
ChatGPT You said: My jeep 2019 is losing power and steering which lead em.to.collide with a pole to stop the vehicle in was going around 30 mph and the brakes also stopped working write me a complaint answering these questions with my story What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request" How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? Has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or others" Were there any warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure, and when did they first appear ChatGPT said: ChatGPT Complaint Regarding Vehicle Malfunction -?" 2019 Jeep To Whom It May Concern, I am writing to formally report a serious safety issue with my 2019 Jeep, which resulted in a dangerous loss of control while driving. Component/System Failure: While driving at approximately 30 mph, my vehicle suddenly lost power, causing both the steering and braking systems to fail simultaneously. This forced me to collide with a pole in order to stop the vehicle. I believe this may be related to the electrical system, power steering, or braking system. The vehicle is available for inspection upon request. Safety Risk: This malfunction put both my safety and the safety of others at significant risk. Losing power, steering, and braking capabilities made it impossible to control the vehicle, which could have led to a severe accident involving other vehicles, pedestrians, or property. Reproduction/Confirmation: At this time, I have not had the issue formally reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center, but I am seeking an inspection to determine the cause. Inspections: The vehicle has not yet been inspected by the manufacturer, police, or insurance representatives, but I am in the process of reporting this incident to all relevant s

- Macon, GA, USA

problem #295

Jan 312025

Cherokee

  • miles
Had to have the PTU replaced in May of 2023 due to the sv 4wd light that came on. Now fast forward to January of 2025 I needed to replace the rear differential. Also new tires once again! Correlation? Who knows. I keep hearing from dealerships I-??ve dealt with this is a common issue for the 2019 Jeep Cherokees. I-??m hoping enough customers put in complaints so we can get compensated. It makes me want to tell everyone to avoid purchasing Jeeps. ( At least 2019) This has been expensive and frustrating and worrisome about my family and I safety. I do have pictures upon request from the dealership(s) that have worked on my vehicle.

- Old Forge , NY, USA

problem #294

Nov 192024

Cherokee

  • 134,000 miles
The contact owns a 2019 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. The contact stated there was a grinding sound coming from the vehicle and the 4-WD warning light was illuminated. In addition, the contact stated that the failure was persistent. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V011000 (Power Train); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 134,000.

- Saint Louis, MO, USA

problem #293

Jan 242025

Cherokee

  • miles
Power transfer failed while going through and intersection resulted in the vehicle being stranded in the travel lane of the highway I was crossing. Vehicle was towed to the closest transmission shop after jeep informed me there is currently no fix for the situation and they could not help with warranty service due to no repair has been found

- Lafayette, IN, USA

problem #292

Jan 092024

Cherokee

  • miles
The 4WD service light came on but the transmission has been having problems while shifting. It seems like it really struggles to change gears. This could be a huge problem if it doesn-??t shift. When I went to the mechanic they said it was a PTU issue and they have been seeing a bunch of Jeep Cherokees with this issue.

- Baldwin, WI, USA

problem #291

Jan 112025

Cherokee

  • miles
PTU/rear differential failure The car began to act weird making some popping and banging noises on a two separate occasions, after that there began to be a rattling noise the car then during acceleration just lurched and almost locked up to a complete stop. Luckily this happened on a city street and a non busy hour of traffic with no one following. Other than the two sounds that were sporadic and far in-between not pinpointing anything seriously wrong initially there was no indication of serious issues, no warning lights or dash lights indicated an issue eventually there was a slight rattling then the lock up, even after the lurching incident there was no warning or dash lights that signified and issue. Dealership confirmed it's the rear differential/PTU wants $6,000 to repair the damage seems to indicate it's an occurrence due to pothole damage

- Brooklyn Park, MN, USA

problem #290

Jan 292025

Cherokee

  • 130,000 miles
The contact owns a 2019 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. The contact was able to pull over to the shoulder of the roadway, where the vehicle was able to be restarted. After restarting the vehicle, the failure persisted, and the vehicle was unable to accelerate above 15 MPH. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed a failure with the Power Transfer Unit. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V011000 (Power Train), but the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was 130,000.

- Delavan, WI, USA

problem #289

Sep 282024

Cherokee

  • 62,000 miles
The contact owns a 2019 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated that while depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle hesitated before surging forward and accelerating. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a certified mechanic who diagnosed that the power transfer unit had failed. The power transfer unit was replaced. The contact stated that after the vehicle was repaired, the contact learned online that there was a recall related to the failure under NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V011000 (Power Train); however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 62,000.

- Bridgewater, NJ, USA

problem #288

Jan 242025

Cherokee

  • miles
Rear differential cracked at approximately 53,000 miles. The gear oil began leaking profusely. There were no warning lights so if I had continued to drive it, the rear could have locked up. My local shop (fox run automotive in Bear, Delaware) cannot find new dealer parts. A used differential sourced from a lot will be used at a cost of $3,400 to me.

- Bear, DE, USA

problem #287

Sep 152024

Cherokee

  • miles
I noticed an oil leak in the rear of the car. I went underneath and noticed the casing of the rear differential is separating at the seam. This can cause the rear to lock up, which can cause a loss of control. The warranty is expired. After doing research, there are thousands of cases with the exact same problem. My mechanic even said he has seen this on a few different jeeps of the same model. This should be a recall.

- Frackville, PA, USA

problem #286

Nov 192024

Cherokee

  • miles
PTU (Power transfer unit) I am writing to express my dissatisfaction with the ongoing lack of resolution regarding my Jeep's Power Transfer Unit (PTU) replacement. Since November 19, 2024, my vehicle has been in service at Larry H. Miller, located at 9733 Coors Blvd NW, Albuquerque, NM 87114. The dealership has informed me that the necessary part is on indefinite backorder, with no expected timeline for delivery. Despite my efforts, I have been unable to receive any assistance or timely resolution. The dealership is suggesting that I trade in my vehicle for a newer model, which I find completely unacceptable, especially since the part required for my vehicle-??s repair is covered under my warranty. I have been working with Javiar Sanchez, the Service Manager, and have made multiple attempts to resolve this issue, but unfortunately, I have received no substantial help or updates. Additionally, I have contacted Jeep directly, with no progress made. This situation has left me in the unfortunate position of continuing to make payments on a vehicle that I am unable to drive. As my Jeep remains at the dealership without a resolution, I kindly request immediate assistance in facilitating the repair of my vehicle under warranty, or an alternative resolution to this issue.

- Rio Rancho, NM, USA

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