Service bulletins for the 2016 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.
450 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.
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| 08-027-16 | 2018-06-11. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Instrument Cluster Software Enhancements This bulletin involves updating the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) software. The customer may describe the following: · The current gear feature is inoperative. · Fuel economy screen has a text overlap when using Polish language. |
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| 18-029-16 | 2018-06-11. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Flash: 2.0L And 2.2L Powertrain Diagnostic And System Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest available software. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find that the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) has been set: · **P112D-00-O2 - Sensor 2/1 Pumping Overcurrent.** In addition, the customer may notice the following condition: · ?Engine Stop Start Not Available? message in the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) after disconnecting the vehicle?s battery. |
| 18-029-16 REV. A | 2018-06-11. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Flash: 2.0L And 2.2L Powertrain Diagnostic And System Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest available software. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find that the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) has been set: · P112D-00-O2 - Sensor 2/1 Pumping Overcurrent. In addition, the customer may notice the following condition: · ?Engine Stop Start Not Available? message in the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) after disconnecting the vehicle?s battery. |
| 08-024-16 REV. A | 2018-06-11. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT. Flash: Radio Frequency Hub Module (RFHM) Enhancement This bulletin involves updating the RFHM software. Customers may describe the instrument cluster is illuminating by itself after the ignition has been off for an extended period of time (ten minutes or more). |
| 21-014-16 | 2018-06-11. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Flash: Transmission Diagnostic And Shift Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Transmission Control Module (TCM) with the latest available software. Some customers may experience unwanted activation of second gear start while in winter mode. The following enhancements are included in the software update: · Disable Winter Mode Second Gear Launch (Improve low traction launch). |
| 21-001-16 REV. B | 2018-06-11. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Flash: Transmission Diagnostic And Shift Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Transmission Control Module (TCM) with the latest available software. 2.4L Engine (Sales Code ED6/ED8) Some customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation, a technician may find the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) stored in the TCM memory: · P061B - Internal Control Module Torque Calculation Performance. In addition, some customers may experience one or more of the following conditions: · ** 5-4 coast down transmission shift quality enhancement.** · Less than desired low speed drivability and response to accelerator pedal input. · Less than desired transmission shift quality. · Transmission is slow to upshift after releasing the accelerator pedal. 3.2L Engine (Sales Code EHK) Some customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation, a technician may find the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) stored in the TCM memory: · P061B - Internal Control Module Torque Calculation Performance. In addition, some customers may experience one or more of the following conditions: · ** 5-4 coast down transmission shift quality enhancement.** · Less than desired low speed drivability and response to accelerator pedal input. · Less than desired transmission shift quality. · Less than optimal transmission shift timing, driving up and down hills. · Less than desired Engine Stop/Start re-engagement or smoothness. · Transmission is slow to upshift after releasing the accelerator pedal. |
| 08-038-16 | 2018-06-11. Service bulletin. PARKING BRAKE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Flash: Electronic Parking Brake Module Enhancement This bulletin involves updating the Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) module software. The customer may describe the EPB does not engage with the ?Auto Apply? feature selected. |
| 08-037-16 | 2018-06-11. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Flash: Electronic Parking Brake Module Enhancement This bulletin involves updating the Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) module software. The customer may describe the EPB does not engage with the ?Auto Apply? feature selected. |
| 03-003-16 | 2018-06-11. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Drivetrain Control Module (DTCM) This bulletin involves replacing and reconfiguring the Drivetrain Control Module (DTCM) with the latest available software. Some vehicles may experience a constant high pitched whine coming from rear axle area. |
| 08-039-16 REV. A | 2018-06-11. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN. Transmission Wiring Harness Repair Or Replacement For No Start Or Stiff Steering This bulletin involves inspecting the transmission wire harness and installing mastic patch. If rub through is visible replace wire harness. A small number of customers may experience a no start condition, stiff steering or a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): · U0131 - Lost Communication With Power Steering Control Module. · U0100-00 - Lost Communication With ECM/PCM. · P0512-00 - Starter Request Circuit. |
| 18-032-17 | 2018-06-11. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN. Flash: 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 DTCs: P1186 - Cylinder 1 Oil Supply Solenoid Valve Switch Off Time Out Of Range P0128 - Cylinder 2 Oil Supply Solenoid Valve Switch Off Time Out Of Range P0101 - Mass Air Flow Sensor "A" Circuit Performance. P1066 - Cylinder 1 Oil Supply Solenoid Valve Switch Off Time Out Of Range. P1068 - Cylinder 2 Oil Supply Solenoid Valve Switch Off Time Out Of Range. P106A - Cylinder 3 Oil Supply Solenoid Valve Switch Off Time Out Of Range. P106C - Cylinder 4 Oil Supply Solenoid Valve Switch Off Time Out Of Range. P0335-00 - Crankshaft Position Sensor Circuit. P1185 - General Pressure Sensor Correlation. C0501, C0507, C050D, C0513 - Wheel Speed Sensor Rationality Errors. In addition, customers may experience one of the following conditions: Less than desired idle performance. Intermittent elevated engine RPM at start up. Other enhancements included in this update: Min spark changes to prevent catalytic converter overheating. Active grill shutter diagnostics (If equipped). Electronic Start/Stop (ESS) improvements. Upshift quality improvement when engine is cold. |
| 21-014-17 | 2018-06-11. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Flash: Transmission Diagnostic And Shift Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Transmission Control Module (TCM) with the latest available software. Some customers may experience a less than desirable upshift in the transmission.The following enhancements are included in the software update: Min spark changes to prevent catalytic converter overheating. Transmission up shift quality enhancement in conjunction with Powertrain Control Module (PCM) reprogram. |
| 18-014-16 REV. A | 2018-06-04. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT; ENGINE. 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): · P0101 - Mass Air Flow Sensor "A" Circuit Performance. · P0335 - Crankshaft Position Sensor Circuit. · P0133 - O2 Sensor 1/1 Slow Response. · P1607 - PCM Internal Shutdown Timer Rationality. · P2610 - PCM Internal Engine Off Timer Performance. · B104D - Blend Door Control Circuit Low. · U0402 - Implausible Data Received From TCM. · U1424 - Implausible Engine Torque Signal Received. In addition, some customers may experience the following: · A Transmission Tip-In Bump (when accelerating out of 4th gear). |
| 08-068-16 | 2018-05-21. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Flash: Anti Lock Brake (ABS) Module System Enhancements This bulletin involves updating the Anit-Lock Brake System (ABS) module software. A small number of vehicles may have mismapped Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) below pointing to the wrong modules with no Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination: NOTE: This update should be performed to reduce the potential for misdiagnosis of related systems and incorrect module replacement. · U0100-00 - Lost Communication With ECM/PCM. · U0140-00 - Lost Communication With Body Control Module. · U0101-00 - Lost Communication With TCM. · U0402-00 - Implausible Data Received From TCM. |
| 68264880A$ | 2018-05-07. Service bulletin. SEATS; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; SEAT BELTS. Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) For PF, KL or UF Vehicles ONLY:~ Prior to replacing ORC part numbers, please contact FCA engineering if the following Diagnostic trouble codes are Stored or Active in the ORC module:~ DTC: B223D-00 - OCM DTC Present~ DTC: B0050-13 - Driver Seatbelt Sensor-Circuit Open~ DTC: B0052-13 - Passenger Seatbelt Sensor-Circuit Open~ DTC: B00B5-13 - Driver Seat Track Position Restraints Sensor-Circuit Open~ DTC: B00C5-13 - Passenger Seat Track Position Restraints Sensor-Circuit Open~ DTC: B0028-13 - Right Side Seat Deployment Squib 1-Circuit Open~ DTC: B0020-13 - Left Side Seat Deployment Squib 1-Circuit Open~ Execute DealerCONNECT / TechCONNECT Diagnostic Procedures to assess potential defects to devices connected to the ORC Module depending on the active or stored Diagnostic Trouble Code. If no defects are detected, verify wiring connectivity between the ORC Module and the component associated with the Diagnostic Trouble Code. Investigate connector pins and wire harness terminals for bent,corroded,or spread conditions. If no response within 15 minutes, proceed with repair.~ FCA Engineering Contacts:~ Jay Nagle (ORC Module, OCM module, Driver/passenger seat track position sensor for PF, KL or UF Vehicles ONLY) @ cell (248) 420-4294 or jay.nagle@external.fcagroup.com~ Bill Winfrey (Driver/Passenger Buckle Switch, Passenger/Driver Seat Thorax Airbags) @ cell (248) 941-9221 or william.winfrey@fcagroup.com |
| 68264880A$ | 2018-02-21. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) For PF, KL or UF Vehicles ONLY:~ Prior to replacing ORC part numbers, please contact FCA engineering if the following Diagnostic trouble codes are Stored or Active in the ORC module:~ DTC: B223D-00 - OCM DTC Present~ DTC: B0050-13 - Driver Seatbelt Sensor-Circuit Open~ DTC: B0052-13 - Passenger Seatbelt Sensor-Circuit Open~ DTC: B00B5-13 - Driver Seat Track Position Restraints Sensor-Circuit Open~ DTC: B00C5-13 - Passenger Seat Track Position Restraints Sensor-Circuit Open~ DTC: B0028-13 - Right Side Seat Deployment Squib 1-Circuit Open~ DTC: B0020-13 - Left Side Seat Deployment Squib 1-Circuit Open~ Execute DealerCONNECT / TechCONNECT Diagnostic Procedures to assess potential defects to devices connected to the ORC Module depending on the active or stored Diagnostic Trouble Code. If no defects are detected, verify wiring connectivity between the ORC Module and the component associated with the Diagnostic Trouble Code. Investigate connector pins and wire harness terminals for bent,corroded,or spread conditions. If no response within 15 minutes, proceed with repair.~ FCA Engineering Contacts:~ Jay Nagle (ORC Module, OCM module, Driver/passenger seat track position sensor for PF, KL or UF Vehicles ONLY) @ cell (248) 420-4294 or jay.nagle@external.fcagroup.com~ Bill Winfrey (Driver/Passenger Buckle Switch, Passenger/Driver Seat Thorax Airbags) @ cell (248) 941-9221 or william.winfrey@fcagroup.com |
| 08-009-16 | 2017-11-03. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT. Radio Software Enhancements This bulletin involves updating the radio's software. A customer may experience one or more of the following: · Radio display screen intermittently may go blank. · Radio display screen may lock up. · Back up display may not turn off. · Loss of radio memory for skipped channels or incorrectly displaying skipped channels in the menu list. · Korean language was not supported (APAC - Korea only). Additional Enhancements: · Removed the charging schedule from showing in the setting menu (FF BEV only). · Adding Korean language support (APAC - Korea only). |
| 21-001-16 | 2017-11-03. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM); ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Flash: Transmission Diagnostic And Shift Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Transmission Control Module (TCM) with the latest available software. Some customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. |
| 08-028-17 REV. B | 2017-11-03. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.. RA3 and RA4 Radio Over The Air Software Updates This bulletin provides information regarding the latest Flash Over The Air (FOTA) update and provides the service technician an overview of the steps a customer will need to take to complete the update. The following improvements are included in this update:Fix for sport mode not working in the performance menu page (2015 LA equipped with 6.4L and 5.7L Sales Codes ESH and EZC Only). Adds Apple Siri® Eyes Free capability for iPhone® owners. Auto Play can now be configured. Adds do not disturb text message feature. The ability to drag and drop icons into the menu bar. Fix for radio locks up/frozen. Fix for stuck on black/blank screen. Human Machine Interface (HMI) improvements. Several navigation improvements. Fix for radio loss of time display. Media devices, phone pairing and Bluetooth usage improvements. Improved tuner performance. Enhanced Voice recognition (VR) performance. Enhancements in Connectivity Apps (Yelp, Pandora, Aha, etc). |
| 18-048-17 REV. A | 2017-11-03. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN. Flash: Powertrain Diagnostic and System Improvements AN-K4-18-20170830 Refer to China Joint Venture (JV) released document AN-K4-18-20170830, for details on this service action. |
| 08-024-16 REV. B | 2017-11-03. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Flash: Radio Frequency Hub Module (RFHM) Enhancement This bulletin involves updating the RFHM with the latest available software. Customers may describe the instrument cluster is illuminating by itself after the ignition has been off for an extended period of time (ten minutes or more). |
| 18-007-16 | 2017-10-21. Service bulletin. ENGINE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. 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 an engine stop start failure while driving. The customer may describe that when the brake pedal is released immediately after the vehicle enters Electronic Start Stop Mode (ESS), the engine turns off and wont restart until you shift to park and cycle the key. |
| 21-007-16 | 2017-10-13. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM). Flash: Power Transfer Unit (PTU) Motor Position Enhancements This bulletin involves updating the software in the Power Transfer Unit (PTU). A customer may experience All Wheel Drive (AWD) not operating correctly. On further inspection the Technician may find the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), C1494-92-PTU Fork Position - Performance or Incorrect Operation. |
| 18-076-16 | 2016-09-20. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; POWER TRAIN. "FLASH: 2.0L 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): · P0335 - CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR CIRCUIT. · U0402 - IMPLAUSIBLE DATA RECEIVED FROM TCM. · U1424 - IMPLAUSIBLE ENGINE TORQUE SIGNAL RECEIVED." |
| 08-069-16 | 2016-09-20. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. "RADIO SOFTWARE ENHANCEMENT THIS BULLETIN INVOLVES UPDATING THE RADIO WITH THE LATEST AVAILABLE SOFTWARE. THE FOLLOWING SOFTWARE ENHANCEMENT IS AVAILABLE: · BROUGHT IN PHONE - INCREASED CONNECTIVITY." |
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