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.
By type
By component
By trouble code
| 21-013-16 REV. B | 2017-11-03. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. 948TE 9 Speed Transmission Quick Learn Procedure This bulletin provides information on how to perform the new scan tool based transmission Quick Learn procedure. This procedure is required after certain transmission repairs or to improve a customer?s concern of poor shift quality. Customers may indicate that their transmission shift quality may be erratic. |
|---|---|
| 68103198A$ | 2017-11-03. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. A/C Compressor This applies to 2015 and 2016 KL, UF and PF. Before replacing the AC compressor for noise, leaks , or for an inop condition:~ After these questions have been answered please call one of the individuals below.~ 1) Check all AC plumbing connection for leaks with UV light. Any leaks found?~ 2) Does compressor pulley and clutch hub turn freely, or are they seized?~ 3) What was the amount of the recovered refrigerant?~ After these questions have been answered please call one of the individuals below:~ Stev at cell (248) 867-0061~ Mark Briolat at cell (248) 345-0127~ If no response in 15 minutes, please continue with repair.~ If the compressor is replaced, then:~ 4) Drain oil from compressor. What was quantity of oil recovered? |
| 68249986A$ | 2017-11-03. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.. MY16 RA3 & RA4 Replacement Radios All MY16 RA3 and RA4 replacement radios must be ordered through the exchange process at United Radio. DO NOT order a NEW radio from Mopar. Go back and order a "Z" level part number. (example: Z8249986A$) The MY16 replacement radios must be reconfigured by United Radio to the wireless network provider in order for Uconnect Apps to work properly. |
| 68232614A$ | 2017-11-03. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Intake Manifold Gasket Intake Manifold Gaskets on Pentastar Upgrade (Sales Code ERC/ERF) are reusable provided they are not cut, torn or melted. The gaskets are not required by warranty to be replaced like they are on Pentastar Classic (ERB/EHB). The new gaskets are not interchangeable with Pentastar Classic Intake Manifold Gaskets. |
| 68018109A$ | 2017-11-03. Service bulletin. VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER. Actuator- A/C Heater Before replacing this actuator call Matt Sasina at cell (248) 464-4982. If no response in 15 minutes, continue with repair. |
| 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). |
| 21-001-16 REV. A | 2017-10-21. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. 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. 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: · Less than desired low speed drivability and response to accelerator pedal input. · Less than desired 5-4 coast down transmission shift quality. · Less than desired transmission shift quality. · Transmission is slow to upshift after releasing the accelerator pedal. |
| 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. |
| 18-002-16 REV. A | 2017-10-21. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. 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. Upon further investigation, the technician may find the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) set in the PCM memory: · U0402 - Implausible Data Received From TCM - (Transmission Control Module). · P030X - Cylinder X Misfire improvements when P0335 (Crankshaft Position Sensor Circuit) is present. · B10EA - Blower Motor Control Circuit High. · B10E9 - Blower Motor Control Circuit Low. · P0456 - EVAP System Small Leak. In addition the customer may notice the following condition: · Vehicle shudder at stop/start with A/C on. |
| S57 | 2017-10-21. Service bulletin. VISIBILITY. Customer Satisfaction Notification S57 Front Wiper Arms The front wiper arm(s) on about 126,700 of the above vehicles may become loose resulting in the wiper blades contacting the body and/or the wipers blades/arms contacting each other. The front wiper arms must be inspected for proper operation and position, correct if necessary, and then tighten the wiper arm nuts to the proper torque specification. |
| 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. |
| 18-014-16 | 2017-10-13. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM); ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. 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). |
| 08-016-16 | 2017-10-13. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR. Flash: Heated Steering Wheel Temperature Enhancement Depending on vehicle architecture: This bulletin involves updating the Comfort Seat and Wheel Module (CSWM) software for the KL/UF vehicles or the Heated Seat Module (HSM) software for the **W3**/WK/WD/LD/LA & LX vehicles. A customer may describe that the heated steering wheel shuts off to soon, usually after 30 seconds and does not achieve satisfactory temperature. This is an intermittent condition and more noticeable at temps below 19.5°C (67.1°F). |
| 03-003-16 | 2016-10-14. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. "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." |
| 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." |
| 1SZ34AXRA$ | 2016-09-19. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR. "EXTERIOR DOOR HANDLE FOR KL MODELS ONLY; IF REPLACING THE DRIVERS EXTERIOR DOOR HANDLE, PLEASE REPLACE BOTH THE HANDLE AND CAP AS LONG AS THIS TECHTIP IS ACTIVE. THIS IS NEEDED TO TRY TO ROOT CAUSE THE ENTIRE HANDLE FOR A SPECIAL STUDY." |
| 08-039-16 REV.A | 2016-09-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. "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." |
| 09-008-16 | 2016-09-14. Service bulletin. ENGINE. "2.0L OR 2.4L ENGINE REPLACEMENT THIS BULLETIN INVOLVES REPLACING THE LONG BLOCK DUE TO A CRANKSHAFT IMBALANCE CONDITION. THESE VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A VIBRATION IN THE ENGINE." |
| 18-068-16 | 2016-09-14. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE. " MIL ILLUMINATION: DTCS P112C AND/OR P112D THIS BULLETIN INVOLVES REPLACING THE POST CATALYST POSITION O2 SENSOR. A SMALL NUMBER OF CUSTOMERS MAY EXPERIENCE A MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ILLUMINATION. UPON FURTHER INVESTIGATION THE TECHNICIAN MAY FIND THE FOLLOWING DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) STORED OR ACTIVE: · P112C - O2 SENSOR 2/1 PUMPING UNDERCURRENT. · P112D - O2 SENSOR 2/1 PUMPING OVERCURRENT. " |
| 08-057-16 | 2016-07-14. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. SUBJECT: RA3 RA4 Radio Enhancements OVERVIEW: This bulletin involves inspecting and, if required, updating the radio software. SYMPTOM/CONDITION: A small number of customers may experience one or more of the following: • Navigation failed message is displayed. • Clock not automatically updating to local time. • Poor or no connection to cellular network. • HVAC temperature out of sync with radio display (KL vehicles). • Display goes blank/black. • Radio locks up. • Some Uconnect App remote commands do not execute with the vehicle. |
| 08-057-16 | 2016-07-07. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. SUBJECT: RA3 RA4 Radio Enhancements OVERVIEW: This bulletin involves inspecting and, if required, updating the radio software. SYMPTOM/CONDITION: A small number of customers may experience one or more of the following: • Navigation failed message is displayed. • Clock not automatically updating to local time. • Poor or no connection to cellular network. • HVAC temperature out of sync with radio display (KL vehicles). • Display goes blank/black. • Radio locks up. • Some Uconnect App remote commands do not execute with the vehicle. |
| 08-029-16 | 2016-07-07. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. SUBJECT: Accessory Kit to Enhance Flat Tow Performance SYMPTOM/CONDITION: The customer may describe that their vehicle shakes or bounces while being flat towed. |
| 21-014-16 | 2016-06-22. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. |
| 21-008-16 | 2016-06-22. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. |
The summaries are NHTSA's. Each bulletin's page links NHTSA's copy of the manufacturer's document.