2021 Jeep Cherokee Recalls

NHTSA lists 4 open recalls for the 2021 Jeep Cherokee. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer, however old the vehicle is.

Recall data as of Oct 16, 2026 — NHTSA. For a live answer, run the check yourself, or see the latest recalls.

Cooler/Radiator Hoses And Fittings

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLER/RADIATOR:HOSES AND FITTINGS

What's 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.
Risk:
A transmission fluid leak increases the risk of a fire.
What to do:
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.

NHTSA campaign 21V310000 — quote this at the dealer.Reported May 4, 2021.

Control Arm Lower Arm

SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM

What's 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.
Risk:
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.
What to do:
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.

NHTSA campaign 20V657000 — quote this at the dealer.Reported Oct 27, 2020.

Side/Window Curtain

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN

What's 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."
Risk:
An air bag that does not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
What to do:
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.

NHTSA campaign 24V516000 — quote this at the dealer.Reported Jul 8, 2024.

Power Train

What's wrong:
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The power transfer unit (PTU) may fail.
Risk:
A failed PTU may result in a loss of drive power or vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
What to do:
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.

NHTSA campaign 26V290000 — quote this at the dealer.Reported May 7, 2026.

Owner complaints

173filed with NHTSA · 78 in the last 12 months
Filed by yearpeak 2026
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Power Train
100
Engine
27
Electrical System
23
Service Brakes
14

10 involved a crash · 4 a fire · 8 injuries

Reported by owners to NHTSA and not verified. Complaints often surface a problem months before a recall.

See the complaints at NHTSA

Other Jeep Cherokee years

Every year links to that vehicle's full recall page.

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Jeep Cherokee, every year

How recall repairs work

  • Repairs are free at any franchised Jeep dealer — regardless of the vehicle's age or whether you bought it new.
  • Bring the NHTSA campaign number; it's printed on each recall above and on the sheet you can print here.
  • Call ahead: some recalls are announced before parts are available, and the dealer can tell you when yours are in.
  • Your VIN tells the dealer whether your exact vehicle is affected — the free check accepts one and never stores it.

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