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2021 Jeep Cherokee recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2021 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns: 4
Park-it warnings: 0
Complaints: 176
Latest campaign: May 7, 2026

Recall summary by component4

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

Component	Campaigns	Latest	Campaign IDs
Power train	2	May 7, 2026	26V290000 21V310000
Air bags	1	Jul 8, 2024	24V516000
Suspension	1	Oct 27, 2020	20V657000

Safety recalls4

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

0Park-it warnings

0Fixable over the air

May 7, 2026Latest campaign


May 7, 202626V290000	Power train A failed PTU may result in a loss of drive power or vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash or injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 26V290000 What's wrong Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The power transfer unit (PTU) may fail. Risk A failed PTU may result in a loss of drive power or vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash or injury. Remedy 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 remedy becomes available. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 40D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 14, 2026. Campaign NHTSA 26V290000 · May 7, 2026
Jul 8, 202424V516000	Air bags: side/window curtain An air bag that does not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 24V516000 What's wrong Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. An improperly secured connector for the right-side curtain air bag may prevent the air bag from deploying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 214, "Side Impact Protection" and 226, "Ejection Mitigation." Risk An air bag that does not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash. Remedy Dealers will secure the connector, free of charge. All vehicles have been remedied. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 71B. Campaign NHTSA 24V516000 · Jul 8, 2024
May 4, 202121V310000	Power train: automatic transmission cooler/radiator A transmission fluid leak increases the risk of a fire. DetailsHide details for campaign 21V310000 What's wrong Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The transmission oil cooler hose may have been incorrectly cured, allowing transmission fluid to leak. Risk A transmission fluid leak increases the risk of a fire. Remedy Dealers will inspect and replace the hose, free of charge. Owners notification letters were mailed May 18, 2021. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is Y18. Campaign NHTSA 21V310000 · May 4, 2021
Oct 27, 202020V657000	Suspension: front control arm A front lower control arm fracture while driving may result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash without prior warning. DetailsHide details for campaign 20V657000 What's wrong Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Jeep Cherokee Latitude and Jeep Cherokee Limited vehicles. One or both of the front lower control arms may fracture while driving. Risk A front lower control arm fracture while driving may result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash without prior warning. Remedy Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front lower control arms and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2020. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W81. Note: Owners are advised to not drive their vehicles until they have been inspected and repaired if needed. Campaign NHTSA 20V657000 · Oct 27, 2020

To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Mopar recall lookup (Jeep). Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

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Owner complaints by component176

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176Complaints filed

10Involving a crash

4Involving a fire

8Injuries reported

Component	Complaints	%	Crashes	Fires	Injuries
Power train	103	59	1	0	1
Engine	28	16	0	2	0
Unknown or other	26	15	0	0	0
Electrical system	23	13	1	1	0
Service brakes	14	8	2	1	0
Forward collision avoidance	11	6	0	1	0
Air bags	9	5	7	1	7
Fuel/propulsion system	5	3	0	1	0
Suspension	5	3	2	0	0
Lane departure	3	2	0	0	0
Steering	3	2	0	0	0
Vehicle speed control	2	1	0	0	0
Seat belts	2	1	1	0	2
Visibility/wiper	1	1	0	0	0
Engine and engine cooling	1	1	0	0	0

9 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.

Latest reports

Power train
“My 2021 Jeep Cherokee suffered a complete failure of its 1-speed PTU and ESM module, causing a loss of 4WD capabilities.”
Filed 10/15/2026 · ODI 11771311
Power train
“SVC 4WD light came on the dashboard. Took to the dealership, they said it was a PTU issue and it needed to be replaced. $3800 and 45 days to fix.”
Filed 10/15/2026 · ODI 11771412
Power train
“PTU issue- located a recall for 2019-2023 Jeep Cherokee Power Transfer Unit recall; my VIN wasn't one the ones listed. took vehicle to the local jeep dealership and the advised that PTU internal damage needs to be fixed.”
Filed 10/15/2026 · ODI 11771511

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2021 Jeep Cherokee recall questions

How many recalls does the 2021 Jeep Cherokee have?

NHTSA lists 4 safety recall campaigns for the 2021 Jeep Cherokee. The most recent, 26V290000 (reported May 7, 2026), concerns power train. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What are the 2021 Jeep Cherokee recalls for?

The largest group is power train, with 2 campaigns. Others: air bags (1), suspension (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.

What is the most common complaint about the 2021 Jeep Cherokee?

Power train is the most-reported component, named in 103 complaints out of 176 filed with NHTSA (59%). Across all complaints, owners reported 10 crashs and 4 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2021 Jeep Cherokee?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Mopar recall lookup (Jeep). That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Jeep dealer.

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