Jeep Cherokee Recall R/2023/196: The Power Transfer Unit (PTU) May Allow Relative Movement Between The Input Splines And…, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 4 Aug 2023
- Launched
- 149
- vehicles in the UK
- 45A
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Jeep recalled Cherokee vehicles built between 3 September 2015 and 10 October 2016. Relative movement between the differential input splines and the transmission output shaft in the area of the power transfer unit,wear of the input splines,cannot,be,ruled,out. The dealer will reprogram of the drive train control module and electric park brake. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Relative movement between the differential input splines and the transmission output shaft in the area of the power transfer unit,wear of the input splines,cannot,be,ruled,out.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: The Power Transfer Unit (PTU) may allow relative movement between the input splines and the transmission output shaft Defect: On affected vehicles relative movement between the differential input splines and the transmission output shaft in the area of the power transfer unit�wear of the input splines�cannot�be�ruled�out.� Remedy: Reprogram of the Drive Train Control Module and Electric Park Brake.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: the Power Transfer Unit (PTU) may allow relative movement between the input splines and the transmission output shaft.
The Fix
The dealer will reprogram of the drive train control module and electric park brake. The fix is a software update, which usually takes under an hour at the dealer.
Are You Affected?
Cherokee built between 3 September 2015 and 10 October 2016 may be included. Jeep estimates 149 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Jeep, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Jeep.
- Book with any franchised Jeep dealer, quoting the campaign code 45A or the DVSA reference R/2023/196. See how to get a Jeep recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
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|---|---|---|---|
| CherokeeTwo speed power transfer unit failure. Loss of power | Urgent | R/2026/138 | |
| CherokeeJeep Cherokee 2014-2014 Power liftgate module | Urgent | R/2024/230 | |
| CherokeeReverse lamp height | Book soon | R/2024/149 | |
| CherokeeA possible loss of motive power or park function due to wear in the power transfer unit | Urgent | R/2021/029 | |
| Cherokee, LibertyRear lower control arm may experience excessive corrosion | Book soon | R/2018/202 |
This is one of 112 Jeep recalls in DVSA’s data. The Jeep recall launched before it was R/2023/202 on 10 Jul 2023, for the PBU (pressure valve) membrane in the high voltage battery pack may not be sealed due…. The one launched after it was R/2023/278 on 17 Nov 2023, for on affected vehicles the rear coil springs may not have been installed correctly which may…. You can also see every Jeep recall and all recalls launched in 2023.
Source: DVSA recall R/2023/196, launched 4 August 2023. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.