Jeep Cherokee and Renegade recall: Transaxle wiring has been incorrectly fitted
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- The transaxle wiring harness may have been built with insufficient wire terminal crimp(s). This may cause the transmission to select neutral.
- What to do
- Contact a Jeep dealer to book the free repair. Reprogram the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) and the Transmission Control Module (TCM). Where necessary the transaxle range sensor wire harness replaced.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
The transaxle wiring harness may have been built with insufficient wire terminal crimp(s). This may cause the transmission to select neutral.
The fix
Reprogram the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) and the Transmission Control Module (TCM). Where necessary the transaxle range sensor wire harness replaced.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cherokee | 14 Dec 2012 | 31 Oct 2014 | 1,418 |
| Renegade | 14 Dec 2012 | 31 Oct 2014 | 1,418 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 31 March 2017. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.