JEEP CHEROKEE 2016: STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 23V338000

Production Dates: 2015-10-03 - 2016-03-22

Manufacturers Involved: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

Manufacturer Campaign Number: 49A

Component: STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 132099

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Chrysler "FCA US, LLC" is recalling certain 2014-2016 Jeep Cherokee vehicles equipped with a power liftgate. An electrical short in the power liftgate module may lead to a vehicle fire with the ignition on or off.

A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will relocate the power liftgate module and add a water shield. In addition, dealers will inspect for corrosion and replace the module and electrical connectors, if necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner letters were mailed March 1, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 49A. This recall supersedes recalls 15V-393 and 15V-826. Vehicles repaired under the prior recalls will still need to have the new remedy performed.

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.nhtsa.gov.