2019 Jeep Cherokee Recall: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V344000 | Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

Recall Summary

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Jeep Cherokee vehicles equipped with 2.0L engines. The engines in these vehicles may be missing valve stem keepers, which can allow the valve to drop into the engine cylinder causing engine damage. These engines may also have a reversed camshaft cap that can damage the camshaft bearing causing camshaft failure.

Safety Consequence

Cylinder damage or camshaft failure can cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair or replace the affected engine components, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 9, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U52.

Additional Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Related Information

• All Jeep Recalls
• Engine Powertrain Safety Guide
• All Engine Powertrain Recalls
• Find a Lemon Law Attorney

Source: NHTSA Safety Recall 18V344000