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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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Z5091195A2022-08-22. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. RES / RHA / REB radio that supports Bluetooth and Hands-Free For issues with Bluetooth, Hands-Free Calling, and/or Voice Commands, DO NOT replace the radio. Diagnose the Hands-Free Module system (also called the Telematics Module). The Telematics Module (and associated components) is the system responsible for these features. A power cycle may be required for the hands-free module for proper diagnosis.~ Please reference; 8T - Navigation/Telecommunication Diagnosis and Testing (DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - HANDS FREE PHONE)
05064358A2022-08-22. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:TV/RADIO/SPEAKERS. Speakers: For 2016 speakers issues (all bodies), before replacing this part please contact one of the following people regarding this repair: Mahmoud (Mo) Touha at cell (248) 705-3934. If no response is received within 15 minutes, then please proceed with repair.~
1UT661X9A2022-08-22. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. ATX Shifter Assembly Description: For KL ONLY: Before this part is replaced for any issue please call John Tache on cell (248) 841-6711. 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.
08022162022-08-22. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. Accessory Kit to Enhance Flat Tow Performance.
68264880A2022-08-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; 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
23-028-162022-08-08. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; STRUCTURE. Rattle/Squeak From Rear Seat Armrest This bulletin involves inspecting the rear seat cushion frame for metal to metal contact, resulting in rattle noise. The customer may describe a rattle from the 60% portion of the rear seat. Metal to metal contact may be heard in either area.
08-028-172022-08-08. Service bulletin. 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 update (FOTA) and provides a 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: 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 loses time. Charge Complete notification is not received (RU PHEV only). Media devices, Phone pairing and Bluetooth usage improvements. Improved tuner performance. Enhanced Voice recognition (VR) performance. Enhancements in Connectivity Apps (Yelp, Pandora, Aha, etc).
90038262022-07-25. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN. 2.4L KL Cooling fan If replacing the cooling fan for a P0480 -Cooling Fan 1 Control Circuit fault code or inoperative fan, please call Sam Zarnegar at (248) 944-5703 prior to removing any parts. If there is no response within 15 minutes, please leave a voicemail, or send an email to Sam.Zarnegar@fcagroup.com and continue with repair. Please include the VIN of the vehicle in all communication. Please return removed parts to FCA QEC for further analysis.
18107152022-07-05. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. Diagnostic And System Improvements.
18034162022-07-05. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; POWER TRAIN. Powertrain Diagnostic And System Enhancements.
18029162022-07-05. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; POWER TRAIN. Powertrain Diagnostic And System Enhancements.
1802916 REV A2022-07-05. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; POWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Powertrain Diagnostic And System Enhancements.
18014162022-07-05. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM). Powertrain Diagnostic and System Improvements.
1801416 REV A2022-07-05. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM); EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM). Powertrain Diagnostic and System Improvements.
08022162022-07-05. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:ACCESSORY SCISSOR/SCREW/BOTTLE JACK/LIFT:STAND. Accessory Kit to Enhance Flat Tow Performance.
5LC23DX9A2022-07-05. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. Load Floor Handle.
S15230000162022-06-27. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY. A Rattle Or Creak Noise Is Heard From The Dual Pane Sunroof Area.
23005212022-05-31. Service bulletin. SEAT BELTS; EQUIPMENT. Front Seat Side Shield Updated Service Procedure This bulletin informs the technician that when either of the front seat side shields are replaced the buckle will need to be replaced as well. If only the buckle needs to be replaced the front seat side shield will need to be modified. The technician will need to know the following: When either of the front seat side shields are replaced the buckle will need to be replaced as well. If only the buckle needs to be replaced the front seat side shield will need to be modified.
S132022-04-04. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; STRUCTURE:BODY. The Owner?s Manual and User Guide on about 99,000 of the above vehicles may have incorrect information regarding flat towing vehicles. Improper flat towing may result in vehicle shake while flat towing over rough roads.
23-005-21 Rev. A2021-06-28. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE; EQUIPMENT. Front Seat Side Shield Updated Service Procedure This bulletin informs the technician that when either of the front seat side shields are replaced the buckle will need to be replaced as well. If only the buckle needs to be replaced the front seat side shield will need to be modified. The technician will need to know the following: When either of the front seat side shields are replaced the buckle will need to be replaced as well. If only the buckle needs to be replaced the front seat side shield will need to be modified.
W20 Combo Phase42021-05-24. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Customer Satisfaction Notification W20 Reprogram Powertrain Control Module
S1908000028 Rev.2020-12-28. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT. (Rev. A) Power Inverter Load Ratings
10-001-202020-11-30. Service bulletin. SEATS; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; EQUIPMENT. Airbag Warning Lamp (AWL) Illuminated B0028-13 and B0020-13 This bulletin involves inspecting and installing a jumper harness in the front seats if needed. Customers may experience a AWL illumination. Upon further investigation, the technician may find one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) set in memory:B0028-13 - Right Side Seat Deployment Squib 1 - Circuit Open. B0020-13 - Left Side Seat Deployment Squib 1 - Circuit Open.
18-002-16 REV. C2020-10-26. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN; EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Flash: Diagnostic And System Improvements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest available software. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination, or a slight push in the vehicle may be felt when coasting down while the transmission shifts from 8th to 7th gear. Upon further investigation, the technician may find the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) set in the PCM memory: · **U1424 - Implausible Engine Torque Signal Received DTC False Failure. · P2097 - Downstream Fuel Trim System 1 Rich DTC Calibration Robustness Improvement. · P2099 - Downstream Fuel Trim System 2 Rich DTC Calibration Robustness Improvement.** · U0402 - Implausible Data Received. · B10EA - Blower Motor Control Circuit High. · B10E9 - Blower Motor Control Circuit Low. · P0456 - EVAP System Small Leak. In addition the following enhancements is included: · Vehicle shudder at stop/start with A/C on.
68175510A$2020-10-26. Service bulletin. PARKING BRAKE; SUSPENSION; EQUIPMENT. Rear trailing arm/link. Customer noise issue due to loose trailing link If a trailing link is damaged or noisy, please call Steve Lin at Cell 909-569-5117 prior to removing the part. If you do not hear from us within 15 minutes please continue with the repair.

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