Power Train Problems of Jeep Cherokee

Jeep Cherokee owners have reported 5,064 power train related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 40 most common power train problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's power train (3,955 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's automatic transmission control module (154 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Power Train related problems of Jeep Cherokee


Recently reported Power Train problems of Jeep Cherokee

The Power Train problem

Rear differential lock rings broke and caused leaking fluid, as reported to me by a dealer service department. This could lead to handling problems and even total system failure. No warning lights, messages, or noticeable symptoms.   Read details...

The Automatic Transmission Control Module problem

I purchased this 2014 Jeep Cherokee from taverna collection in Feb 2025 and received it in March 2025. The selling dealer was required to inspect the vehicle before delivery and did not report any transmission or valve-body issues.   Read details...

The Transmission Not Go Into Gear problem

For the past three weeks the car has been showing transmission problems but until recently the transmission remained in neutral and filed to shift to another gear. It makes a loud clang sound when shifting gears and automatically shuts down after.   Read details...

The Automatic Transmission problem

The contact owns a 2019 Jeep Cherokee latitude. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle suddenly stalled and would not restart. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed as a power transfer unit failure.   Read details...

The Automatic Transmission Park/neutral Start Switch problem

The vehicle was park but runnning, without prior warning the vehicle jumped out of gear and went into the river. The dealership is aware of the problem. Nlm   Read details...




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