Jeep Cherokee Recall R/2024/230: Jeep Cherokee 2014-2014 Power Liftgate Module, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 14 Jun 2024
- Launched
- 3,316
- vehicles in the UK
- 49A
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Jeep recalled Cherokee vehicles built between 27 February 2013 and 9 September 2015. The power liftgate control module may experience a short circuit. The recall notice describes the fix as: relocate the power liftgate module to the D Pillar and install water barrier/curtain. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The power liftgate control module may experience a short circuit. An electrical short in the power liftgate module may lead to a vehicle fire with the ignition on or off.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: Jeep Cherokee 2014-2014 Power liftgate module Defect: On affected vehicles the power liftgate control module may experience a short circuit. An electrical short in the power liftgate module may lead to a vehicle fire with the ignition on or off. Remedy: Relocate the power liftgate module to the D Pillar and install water barrier/curtain
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could lead to a vehicle fire with the ignition on or off.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: relocate the power liftgate module to the D Pillar and install water barrier/curtain.
Are You Affected?
Cherokee built between 27 February 2013 and 9 September 2015 may be included. Jeep estimates 3,316 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 49A or the DVSA reference R/2024/230. 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
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| CherokeeTwo speed power transfer unit failure. Loss of power | Urgent | R/2026/138 | |
| CherokeeReverse lamp height | Book soon | R/2024/149 | |
| CherokeeThe Power Transfer Unit (PTU) may allow relative movement between the input splines and the transmission output shaft | Low | R/2023/196 | |
| 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/2024/149 on 4 Jun 2024, for reverse lamp height. The one launched after it was R/2024/187 on 28 Jun 2024, for high pressure fuel pump. You can also see every Jeep recall, all recalls launched in 2024 and fire risk recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2024/230, launched 14 June 2024. 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.