Service bulletins for the 2014 Jeep Cherokee
A bulletin is a manufacturer's communication to its dealers, as NHTSA indexes it. The summary is NHTSA's. The document is the manufacturer's: read it at NHTSA. A bulletin is not a recall, and listing a model year does not mean every vehicle of it is concerned.
563 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.
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| 18-004-16 REV. A | 2020-10-26. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. Flash: 2.4L Powertrain Diagnostic And System Improvements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest available software. Some customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find one or more of the following DTCs: 2015 KL Only · **P0335 - Crankshaft Position Sensor Circuit.** · P0456 - EVAP System Small Leak. · P0300 - Multiple Cylinder Misfire. · P0301 - Cylinder 1 Misfire. · P0302 - Cylinder 2 Misfire. · P0303 - Cylinder 3 Misfire. · P0304 - Cylinder 4 Misfire. · P2610 - PCM Internal Engine Off Timer Performance. · P1607 - PCM Internal Shutdown Timer Rationality. · U0402 - Implausible Data Received From TCM (ED6). · P0116 - Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor 1 Performance. · P050D - Cold Start Rough Idle. · P2172 - High Airflow/Vacuum Leak Detected. · P219A - Air-Fuel Ratio Cylinder Imbalance Bank 1 has been set in the PCM. 2014 KL Only · P2172 - High Airflow/Vacuum Leak Detected. · P219A - Air-Fuel Ratio Cylinder Imbalance Bank 1 has been set in the PCM. · P106A - Cylinder 3 Oil Supply Solenoid Valve Switch Off Time Out Of Range. · P2251 - O2 Sensor 1/1 Negative Current Control Circuit Open. · P0031 - O2 Sensor 1/1 Heater Circuit Low. In addition, some customers may experience one or more of the following conditions: · Cold Engine Startup Flare and Idle Surge (ED6). · Intermittent elevated engine RPM at start up. · Less than desired gear engagement in lower ambient temperatures. · Less than desired idle performance. |
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| 21-025-19 | 2019-07-15. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION; POWER TRAIN. Nine-Speed Automatic Transmission (X80 Warranty Extension) This bulletin involves extending the warranty on the nine-speed automatic transmissions. |
| 21-070-15 | 2019-05-20. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; POWER TRAIN. Flash: PTU Motor Position Enhancements This bulletin involves updating the software in the Power Transfer Unit (PTU), Rear Driveline Module (RDM) and Drivetrain Control Module (DTCM). A customer with a KL vehicle may experience difficulty shifting out of 4 Wheel Low (4WL). A customer with a UF vehicle may experience All Wheel Drive (AWD) not operating correctly. On further inspection the Technician may find one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): ? C1494-92-PTU Fork Position - Performance or Incorrect Operation. ? C1499-92-RDM Motor Position - Performance or Incorrect Operation. ? C1496-92-PTU Motor Position - Performance or Incorrect Operation. |
| 1UT66QX9A | 2019-05-20. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Part Description: ATX shifter assembly Issue Description: Before this part is replaced for any issue please call John Grzecki on cell (248) 379-0969. If you do not receive a return call within 15 minutes, proceed with the repair. Please be sure to accurately record any symptoms and DTCs identified with the scan tool and document them on the repair order |
| D-15-21RevA | 2019-05-20. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Powertrain Service Center-Pre-Authorization Program Updaves - 8-Speed, 9-Speed / TREMEC Assemblies Rev. A. |
| D-15-21 | 2019-05-20. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Powertrain Service Center-Pre-Authorization Program Updaves - 8-Speed, 9-Speed / TREMEC Assemblies |
| 68317470A | 2019-05-20. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; ENGINE. Part Description: 2014 KL 9-Speed service transaxle with 2015 common hardware Issue Description: This 9-speed transaxle must be ordered thru Mopar?s Powertrain Service Center (PSC) for a specific VIN and must be installed in that vehicle or the correct calibration will not load to the Engine Control Module (ECM) and Transmission Control Module (TCM).~ This 9-speed transaxle assembly requires an update to the Engine Control Module AND the Transmission Control Module using WiTech. Failure to complete both updates will result in possible damage and/or incorrect operation of this unit. |
| RL317270A | 2018-12-17. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Part Description: 2014 KL 9-Speed service transaxle with 2015 common hardware Issue Description: This 9-speed transaxle must ordered thru Mopar?s Powertrain Service Center (PSC) for a specific VIN and must be installed in that vehicle or the correct calibration will not load to the Engine Control Module (ECM) and Transmission Control Module (TCM). This 9-speed transaxle assembly requires an update to the Engine Control Module AND the Transmission Control Module using WiTech. Failure to complete both updates will result in possible damage and/or incorrect operation of this unit. |
| 21-043-15 | 2018-12-10. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Flash: Transmission Shift and Diagnostic Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Transmission Control Module (TCM) with the latest available software. A small number of customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination on vehicles equipped with a 948TE 9 speed automatic transmission (sales code DFH or DFJ). Upon further investigation, a technician may find one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) stored in the TCM memory. ? P0711-00 - Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor A Circuit Range-Performance ? P072F-00 - Stuck in Gear 4 ? P076F-00 - Gear 7 shift incorrect ratio ? P0810-00 - Clutch position control error ? P1CC9-00 - Unable to engage gear ? P0734-00 - Gear 4 shift incorrect ratio ? P061B-00 - Internal control module torque calculation performance In addition, the following transmission shift and performance improvements are included in this software release. ? 3-2 downshift delay while driving on inclines. ? Garage shifts (Park to Reverse or Drive). ? Overall coastdown shift quality. ? Throttle response and performance feel. ? Management and prevention of busy shifting. ? Lift foot/change mind shift quality. |
| 21-015-15 REVA | 2018-12-10. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN. Flash: C1499-92-RDM Motor Position C1496-92-PTU Motor Position This bulletin involves updating the software in the Power Transfer Unit (PTU), Rear Driveline Module (RDM) and Drivetrain Control Module (DTCM). A customer with a KL vehicle may experience difficulty shifting out of 4 Wheel Low (4WL). A customer with a UF vehicle may experience All Wheel Drive (AWD) not operating correctly. On further inspection the Technician my find Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): ? C1499-92-RDM Motor Position - Performance or Incorrect Operation. ? C1496-92-PTU Motor Position - Performance or Incorrect Operation. |
| 21-051-15 | 2018-11-26. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Flash: Improved Transmission Shift Quality This bulletin involves flash reprogramming of the Transmission Control Module (TCM) with new software. A small number of customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination or describe one or more of the following conditions. Upon further investigation, a technician may find the listed Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) stored in the TCM memory. ? P0711 - Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor A Circuit Range-Performance. ? When driving on grades the 3-2 downshift is hard to achieve or not available. ? Poor shift quality during a 5-3 coast down. |
| 21-008-15 REV-B | 2018-11-26. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY. Transmission Shift Quality C-Clutch Snap Ring This bulletin involves removing the transmission, disassembling, and replacing the C-Clutch snap ring. A small number of customers may experience less than desired shift quality during a 5-4 downshift and/or Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illumination. Upon further inspection, the technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) U0402 setting in the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) memory. |
| 18-005-15 REV-D | 2018-11-26. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Flash: 2.4L Powertrain Diagnostic And System Improvements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest available software. A small number of customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the Technician may find one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs). 2015 KL Only ? U0402 - Implausible Data Received From TCM (ED6). ? P0116 - Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor 1 Performance. ? P050D - Cold Start Rough Idle. ? P2172 - High Airflow/Vacuum Leak Detected. ? P219A - Air-Fuel Ratio Cylinder Imbalance Bank 1 has been set in the PCM. 2014 KL Only ? P2172 - High Airflow/Vacuum Leak Detected. ? P219A - Air-Fuel Ratio Cylinder Imbalance Bank 1 has been set in the PCM. ? P106A - Cylinder 3 Oil Supply Solenoid Valve Switch Off Time Out Of Range. ? P2251 - O2 Sensor 1/1 Negative Current Control Circuit Open. ? P0031 - O2 Sensor 1/1 Heater Circuit Low. In addition, some customers may experience one or more of the following conditions. These conditions apply to 2015 model year vehicles only ? Cold Engine Startup Flare and Idle Surge (ED6). ? Intermittent elevated engine RPM at start up. ? Less than desired gear engagement in lower ambient temperatures. ? Less than desired idle performance. |
| 21-007-15 | 2018-11-19. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. 9 Speed Transmission Shift Enhancements - Adaptation Learn Procedure This bulletin involves performing a subjectivity shift quality rating and performing the transmission adaptation learn procedure if required. Customers may indicate that their transmission shift quality does not meet their expectations. |
| 18-005-15 REV. A | 2018-11-19. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Flash: 2.4L Powertrain Diagnostic And System Improvements This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with new software. A small number of customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the Technician may find one of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs). Additionally this PCM update includes the enhancements listed below. 2015 KL Vehicles equipped with a 2.4L engine (Sales Code ED6 or ED8) built on or before October 21, 2014 (MDH 1021XX). ? P2172 - High Airflow/Vacuum Leak Detected. ? P219A - Air-Fuel Ratio Cylinder Imbalance Bank 1 has been set in the PCM. ? Improved software to enable Transmission Control Module (TCM) quick learn enhancements once TCM is updated. 2014 KL Vehicles equipped with a 2.4L engine (Sales Code ED6). ? P2172 - High Airflow/Vacuum Leak Detected. ? P219A - Air-Fuel Ratio Cylinder Imbalance Bank 1 has been set in the PCM. ? P106A - Cylinder 3 Oil Supply Solenoid Valve Switch Off Time Out Of Range. ? P2251 - O2 Sensor 1/1 Negative Current Control Circuit Open. ? P0031 - O2 Sensor 1/1 Heater Circuit Low. |
| 18-005-15 | 2018-11-19. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN. Flash: 2.4L Powertrain Diagnostic And System Improvements This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with new software. A small number of customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the Technician may find one of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs). Additionally this PCM update includes the enhancements listed below. 2015 KL Vehicles equipped with a 2.4L engine (Sales Code ED6 or ED8) built on or before October 21, 2014 (MDH 1021XX). ? P2172 - High Airflow/Vacuum Leak Detected. ? P219A - Air-Fuel Ratio Cylinder Imbalance Bank 1 has been set in the PCM. ? Improved software to enable Transmission Control Module (TCM) quick learn enhancements once TCM is updated. 2014 KL Vehicles equipped with a 2.4L engine (Sales Code ED6). ? P2172 - High Airflow/Vacuum Leak Detected. ? P219A - Air-Fuel Ratio Cylinder Imbalance Bank 1 has been set in the PCM. ? P106A - Cylinder 3 Oil Supply Solenoid Valve Switch Off Time Out Of Range. ? P2251 - O2 Sensor 1/1 Negative Current Control Circuit Open. ? P0031 - O2 Sensor 1/1 Heater Circuit Low. |
| 21-001-15 | 2018-11-19. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN. Flash: 948TE Transmission C-Clutch Snap Ring Durability This bulletin involves reprogramming the Transmission Control Module (TCM) and Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest available software. The following software enhancement, for the 948TE 9-Speed transmission, is being released to change clutch application characteristics to prevent the C-Clutch snap from dislodging. |
| 18-005-15 REV. B | 2018-09-24. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE. Flash: 2.4L Powertrain Diagnostic And System Improvements This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with new software. A small number of customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the Technician may find one of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs). Additionally this PCM update includes the enhancements listed below. 2015 KL Vehicles equipped with a 2.4L engine (Sales Code ED6 or ED8) built on or before October 21, 2014 (MDH 1021XX). ? P2172 - High Airflow/Vacuum Leak Detected. ? P219A - Air-Fuel Ratio Cylinder Imbalance Bank 1 has been set in the PCM. ? Improved software to enable Transmission Control Module (TCM) quick learn enhancements once TCM is updated. 2014 KL Vehicles equipped with a 2.4L engine (Sales Code ED6). ? P2172 - High Airflow/Vacuum Leak Detected. ? P219A - Air-Fuel Ratio Cylinder Imbalance Bank 1 has been set in the PCM. ? P106A - Cylinder 3 Oil Supply Solenoid Valve Switch Off Time Out Of Range. ? P2251 - O2 Sensor 1/1 Negative Current Control Circuit Open. ? P0031 - O2 Sensor 1/1 Heater Circuit Low. |
| 21-015-15 | 2018-09-24. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Flash: C1499-92-RDM Motor Position C1496-92-PTU Motor Position This bulletin involves updating the software in the Power Transfer Unit (PTU), Rear Driveline Module (RDM) and Drivetrain Control Module (DTCM). A customer with a (KL) vehicle may experience difficulty shifting out of 4 Wheel Low (4WL). A customer with a (UF) vehicle may experience All Wheel Drive (AWD) not operating correctly. On further inspection the Technician my find Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): ? C1499-92-RDM Motor Position - Performance or Incorrect Operation. ? C1496-92-PTU Motor Position - Performance or Incorrect Operation. |
| 21-001-15 REV. A | 2018-09-24. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE). Service Bulletin/RRT 21-001-15/15-003 Superseded By Customer Satisfaction Notification (CSN) R01 Refer to service procedures outlined in CSN R01. |
| 21-008-15 REV. A | 2018-09-24. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION; POWER TRAIN. Transmission Shift Quality C-Clutch Snap Ring This bulletin involves removing the transmission, disassembling, and replacing the C-Clutch snap ring. A small number of customers may experience less than desired shift quality during a 5-4 downshift and/or Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illumination. Upon further inspection, the technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) U0402 setting in the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) memory. |
| 21-010-15 | 2018-09-24. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. 9 Speed Tutorial Awareness This bulletin provides awareness of 9 Speed Tutorial. |
| 21-008-15 | 2018-09-24. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. Transmission Shift Quality C-Clutch Snap Ring This bulletin involves removing the transmission, disassembling, and replacing the C-Clutch snap ring. A small number of customers may experience less than desired shift quality during a 5-4 downshift and/or Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illumination. Upon further inspection, the technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) U0402 setting in the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) memory. |
| 18-004-16 REV. A | 2018-06-18. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM); EQUIPMENT; ENGINE. Flash: 2.4L Powertrain Diagnostic And System Improvements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest available software. Some customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find one or more of the following DTCs: 2015 KL Only · **P0335 - Crankshaft Position Sensor Circuit.** · P0456 - EVAP System Small Leak. · P0300 - Multiple Cylinder Misfire. · P0301 - Cylinder 1 Misfire. · P0302 - Cylinder 2 Misfire. · P0303 - Cylinder 3 Misfire. · P0304 - Cylinder 4 Misfire. · P2610 - PCM Internal Engine Off Timer Performance. · P1607 - PCM Internal Shutdown Timer Rationality. · U0402 - Implausible Data Received From TCM (ED6). · P0116 - Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor 1 Performance. · P050D - Cold Start Rough Idle. · P2172 - High Airflow/Vacuum Leak Detected. · P219A - Air-Fuel Ratio Cylinder Imbalance Bank 1 has been set in the PCM. 2014 KL Only · P2172 - High Airflow/Vacuum Leak Detected. · P219A - Air-Fuel Ratio Cylinder Imbalance Bank 1 has been set in the PCM. · P106A - Cylinder 3 Oil Supply Solenoid Valve Switch Off Time Out Of Range. · P2251 - O2 Sensor 1/1 Negative Current Control Circuit Open. · P0031 - O2 Sensor 1/1 Heater Circuit Low. In addition, some customers may experience one or more of the following conditions: · Cold Engine Startup Flare and Idle Surge (ED6). · Intermittent elevated engine RPM at start up. · Less than desired gear engagement in lower ambient temperatures. · Less than desired idle performance. |
| 21-018-14 REV. A | 2018-06-18. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM); POWER TRAIN. Flash: Transmission Shift and Diagnostic Enhancements This bulletin involves flash reprogramming of the Transmission Control Module (TCM) with new software. NOTE: Vehicles that are being updated from TCM software p/n 682235$$AN or 682354$$AN ($$ are wild cards for any number) will not require the transmission Adaptation Learn Procedure as indicated in Service Bulletin 21-013-13. However, vehicles that are being updated from any other TCM software may require the transmission Adaptation Learn Procedure. Refer to Service Bulletin 21-013-13 for detailed procedures. Failure to perform the procedures outlined in Service Bulletin 21-013-13 on vehicles that were updated from any other TCM software besides p/n 682235$$AN or 682354$$AN may result in undesirable shift quality. Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) robustness improvements are included in this software release. These improvements apply to the following DTC?s: ? P072F- Stuck in Gear 4 ? P076F- Gear 7 shift incorrect ratio ? P0810- Clutch position control error ? P1CC9- Unable to engage gear ? P0734- Gear 4 shift incorrect ratio ? P061B- Internal control module torque calculation performance NOTE: Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) robustness improvements were included in TCM software p/n 682235$$AN or 682354$$AN ($$ are wild cards for any number). Standard diagnostic trouble shooting procedures should be followed for any vehicle equipped with TCM software p/n 682235$$AN or 682354$$AN exhibiting any of the previous codes. Transmission shift improvements are included in this software release. These improvements apply to the following: ? Garage shifts (Park to Reverse or Drive). ? Coastdown shift quality. ? Shift quality. ? Throttle response and performance feel. ? Management and prevention of busy shifting. ? Lift foot/change mind shift quality. |
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