# Chrysler (FCA US, LLC): Power Transfer Unit May Fail and Cause a Loss of Drive Power (26V290000)

**Recall Urgency Score:** 30/100

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) |
| Subject | Power Transfer Unit May Fail and Cause a Loss of Drive Power |
| NHTSA ID | 26V290000 |
| Manufacturer campaign | 40D |
| Recall type | Vehicle |
| Component | POWER TRAIN |
| Units potentially affected | 61711 |
| Do not drive | No |
| Park outside | No |
| Defect | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The power transfer unit (PTU) may fail. |
| Consequence | 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. |

## Why this score
- 61,711 units affected.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recalls, via data.transportation.gov (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V290000). Last refreshed: 2026-11-04T18:12:01.520Z.
Recall data comes from NHTSA and is summarized automatically; check the official notice and VIN lookup before acting. Informational only.