2019 Jeep Cherokee: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2019 Jeep Cherokee: 11 recalls, 1654 owner complaints and up to 26 mpg combined.
Recalls
11 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Engine & cooling Vehicle recall #18V344000 · 2018 · 14 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: Cylinder damage or camshaft failure can cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: 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.
Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #18V492000 · 2018 · 5 vehicles
What's wrong: A component in the transmission May not have been welded properly, possibly causing the transmission to not transmit engine power to the wheels.
Why it matters: If the transmission weld fails, the vehicle will stop moving, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin September 2018.
Electrical Vehicle recall #18V524000 · 2018 · 12,779 vehicles
What's wrong: The powertrain control module May be equipped with a voltage regulator chip in the circuit board that May fail, causing a stall or a no start condition.
Why it matters: A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began October 2, 2018.
Brakes (hydraulic) Vehicle recall #18V523000 · 2018 · 154,335 vehicles
What's wrong: The rear brake caliper pistons on these vehicles May have an insufficient coating causing gas pockets to form, potentially reducing rear brake performance.
Why it matters: A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the vehicle's brake system, free of charge. The recall began September 29, 2018.
Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #18V739000 · 2018 · 86,053 vehicles
What's wrong: 4l engines. Improper transmission calibration May result in a stall.
Why it matters: A vehicle stall can increase the risk of crash.
The fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will re-flash the transmission controller with a new calibration, free of charge. The recall began November 2, 2018.
Electrical Vehicle recall #18V917000 · 2018 · 52 vehicles
What's wrong: The instrument cluster May fail resulting in a lack of activation of warning chimes, messages, and gauges.
Why it matters: Without the activation of warning chimes, messages, and gauges to provide vehicle information to the driver, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
The fix: Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the instrument cluster, free of charge. The recall began February 7, 2019.
Seats Vehicle recall #19V248000 · 2019 · 253 vehicles
What's wrong: The front passenger seat mounting bolts May be loose.
Why it matters: In the event of a crash, the seat May move, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will tighten the mounting bolts, free of charge. The recall began April 11, 2019.
Airbags Vehicle recall #19V449000 · 2019 · 41,169 vehicles
What's wrong: The impact and acceleration sensors May fail and reduce the air bag system's ability to properly detect certain crash events.
Why it matters: In the event of a crash, the inability to properly detect a crash May result in improper air bag deployment, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected sensors, free of charge. The recall began August 8, 2019.
Steering, Steering Vehicle recall #19V637000 · 2019 · 5,294 vehicles
What's wrong: The steering rack gear May break, possibly causing a loss of steering control.
Why it matters: A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gear, free of charge. The recall began October 24, 2019.
Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #25V011000 · 2025 · 63,130 vehicles
What's wrong: The power transfer unit (ptu) May become damaged and disengage the transmission and differential, resulting in a loss of drive power and/or loss of park function.
Why it matters: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash. A loss of park function can cause an unintended vehicle rollaway, which can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
The fix: Dealers will update the drivetrain control module and ptu software and replace the ptu, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning February 19, 2026.
Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #26V290000 · 2026 · 61,711 vehicles
What's wrong: The power transfer unit (ptu) May fail.
Why it matters: A failed ptu May result in a loss of drive power or vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
The fix: Dealers will update the drivetrain control drivetrain control module, ptu, and electronic park brake software, and replace the ptu, as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk were mailed June 25, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final…
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 19 mention a fire, 37 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Transmission & drivetrain (814): the most common themes are warning light on (264), stalls / loses power (194), hard / delayed shifting (185).
- Engine (457): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (262), warning light on (116), electrical failure (100).
- Electrical (340): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (169), electrical failure (128), warning light on (71).
- Other / unknown (259): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (87), electrical failure (50), warning light on (37).
The 2019 Jeep Cherokee has 1654 owner complaints, ranking #3 of 24 Cherokee model years for complaints (2.7× the average Cherokee year). Complaints peaked in 2025 (425 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 4 years old, at a median of 21,137 miles. Neighboring years: 2018 (687 complaints, 7 recalls), 2020 (320 complaints, 3 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 9-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 | 31 | 26 | Regular |
| 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic 9-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 31 | 25 | Regular |
| 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 9-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 21 | 29 | 24 | Regular |
| 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic 9-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 21 | 29 | 24 | Regular |
| 3.2 L 6-cyl | Automatic 9-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 20 | 29 | 23 | Regular |
| 3.2 L 6-cyl | Automatic 9-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 19 | 27 | 22 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2019 Jeep Cherokee have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 11 vehicle recalls for the 2019 Jeep Cherokee. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2019 Jeep Cherokee problems?
Owners have filed 1654 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are transmission & drivetrain (814), engine (457), electrical (340).
What gas mileage does the 2019 Jeep Cherokee get?
EPA ratings run up to 26 mpg combined (2.0 L, Automatic 9-spd), across 6 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2019 Jeep Cherokee repair manual?
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