Jeep Cherokee Recall R/2026/138: Two Speed Power Transfer Unit Failure. Loss Of Power, Who Is Affected And What To Do

Urgent

How serious

26 Jun 2026

Launched

43

vehicles in the UK

01C

Manufacturer’s campaign code

Jeep recalled Cherokee vehicles built between 27 March 2017 and 20 February 2019. Some vehicles may have been built with an improperly seated input shaft snap ring on the power transfer unit (PTU). The dealer will install modified software in the Drivetrain Control Module (DTCM) and the PTU to detect and monitor for excessive wear within the PTU. If a PTU failure is confirmed by the software the PTU will be replaced. You won't usually pay for it.¹

What’s Wrong

Some vehicles may have been built with an improperly seated input shaft snap ring on the power transfer unit (PTU). An input shaft snap ring that is not fully seated may allow uncontrolled movement of the input shaft inward which can cause an unexpected loss of motive power or loss of PARK function while stationary. A loss of motive power can cause a vehicle crash without prior warning. A loss of PARK function can cause a vehicle crash without prior warning and/or injury to others outside the vehicle.

DVSA's Original Wording

Concern: Two speed power transfer unit failure. Loss of power. Defect: Affected vehicles may have been built with an improperly seated input shaft snap ring on the power transfer unit (PTU). An input shaft snap ring that is not fully seated may allow uncontrolled movement of the input shaft inward which can cause an unexpected loss of motive power or loss of PARK function while stationary. A loss of motive power can cause a vehicle crash without prior warning. A loss of PARK function can cause a vehicle crash without prior warning and/or injury to others outside the vehicle. Remedy: Install modified software in the Drivetrain Control Module (DTCM) and the PTU to detect and monitor for excessive wear within the PTU. If a PTU failure is confirmed by the software the PTU will be replaced.

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The Risk

If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could cause an unexpected loss of motive power or loss of PARK function while stationary.

The Fix

The dealer will install modified software in the Drivetrain Control Module (DTCM) and the PTU to detect and monitor for excessive wear within the PTU. If a PTU failure is confirmed by the software the PTU will be replaced. The fix is a software update, which usually takes under an hour at the dealer.

Are You Affected?

Cherokee built between 27 March 2017 and 20 February 2019 may be included. Jeep estimates 43 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.

What To Do Now

1. Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Jeep.
2. Book with any franchised Jeep dealer, quoting the campaign code 01C or the DVSA reference R/2026/138. See how to get a Jeep recall fixed.
3. Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.

Related Recalls

This is one of 112 Jeep recalls in DVSA’s data. The Jeep recall launched before it was R/2026/114 on 6 Apr 2026, for fuel particulate filter pressure pipe. The one launched after it was R/2025/276 on 6 Aug 2026, for electronic brake system (EBS) module. You can also see every Jeep recall, all recalls launched in 2026 and loss of power recalls across every make.

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Source: DVSA recall R/2026/138, launched 26 June 2026. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.