Recall
Jeep Cherokee — 18V344000
NHTSA ID
18V344000
Make
Jeep
Model
Cherokee
Years Affected
2019
Recall Date
2018-05-25
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Units Affected
14
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
U52
Summary
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.
Consequence
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.