2019 Jeep Cherokee recall: engine
Chrysler (FCA Us LLC) reported this safety recall on May 25, 2018. It covers about 14 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 14
- reported
- May 25, 2018
- owners notified
- Aug 9, 2018
- related complaints
- 472
Engine and engine cooling: engine
- What is wrong
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Jeep Cherokee vehicles equipped with 2.0L engines. The engines in these vehicles may be missing valve stem keepers, which can allow the valve to drop into the engine cylinder causing engine damage. These engines may also have a reversed camshaft cap that can damage the camshaft bearing causing camshaft failure.
- Risk
- Cylinder damage or camshaft failure can cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair or replace the affected engine components, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 9, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U52.
Recall number 18V344000
Affected vehicles
- Jeep Cherokee 2019 2019
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 472 complaints about engine problems.
Questions about recall 18V344000
Is there a recall on the 2019 Jeep Cherokee engine?
Yes. Recall 18V344000, reported on May 25, 2018, covers about 14 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 18V344000?
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair or replace the affected engine components, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 9, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U52.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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