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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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08-038-162018-06-11. 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.
08-037-162018-06-11. 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.
03-003-162018-06-11. 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.
18-068-162018-06-11. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. 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.
23-028-162018-06-11. Service bulletin. SEATS. 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.
09-008-162018-06-11. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. 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.
08-039-16 REV. A2018-06-11. 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.
18-032-172018-06-11. 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.
21-014-172018-06-11. 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.
08-028-172018-06-11. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. 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).
90036962018-06-11. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR. Door Hinge Assembly Side door hinge noisy. Only replace the door hinge with the integral check device. Do not replace the simple hinge if it is not damaged it is not the source of the noise. Replacing it unnecessary and is an over-repair.
90036942018-06-11. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Oil Pump Assembly If error code P06DD present on any Pentastar V6 application, please inspect oil pump for relief valve failure. See photo attached. If valve is found out of place please call Bob Jackson (248) 944-0466 bob.jackson@fcagroup.com, or Joe Lovell (734) 309-6467 joe.lovell@fcagroup.com before proceeding. If unable to reach after 15 minutes record the following information and proceed with oil pump replacement and hold part for return to FCA via Fastrack system
90036812018-06-11. Service bulletin. SEAT BELTS. Restraints Information Sheet (I-Sheet) has been added to Star Parts. Print I-Sheet for technician use.
90036872018-06-11. Service bulletin. SEAT BELTS. Restraints Remove I-Sheet from packaging. Correct information sheet (I-Sheet) has been added to Star Parts. Print I-Sheet for technician use.
68277402A2018-06-11. Service bulletin. VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL. Adaptive Cruise Control Sensor 1) If you are replacing this part due to the cluster displaying Clean Radar Sensor in Front of Vehicle or DTC C1266 ACC Sensor Blinded, please verify that there is no blockage in front of the sensor. Blockage can occur from mud, ice, snow, front end damage, bracket damage, the sensor not attached to the bracket properly or an aftermarket fascia installed. This fault can occur intermittently in muddy or icy/snowy conditions and is considered normal operation. Under some circumstances, a misaligned sensor can also cause the C1266 DTC, please complete an alignment procedure. No replacement is required.~ 2) If you are replacing this part due to the cluster displaying ?ACC/FCW Unavailable Service Required?, please check the DTC fault codes. This will indicate which module needs to be serviced (TCM, PCM, ESP/ABS, etc). This fault is not due to the ACC Sensor. No sensor replacement is required.~ 3) If you have fault code DTC C125E ACC Sensor Adjustment Required, please verify that the radar sensor is fully seated in the clips and there is no damage (if clips are damaged on a 2013 or earlier vehicle, order P/N 68085813A$, otherwise please replace the module), please verify there is no blockage to the sensor due to mud, ice, snow, front end damage, bracket damage or the sensor not attached to the bracket properly. Perform the Vertical Alignment and the Electronic Horizontal Alignments procedure as stated in the service manual. Please note, if the horizontal alignment procedure will not complete, check the vertical alignment and confirm that the sensor is seated properly. Rerun the horizontal alignment procedure. No sensor replacement is required. **Hints for running Horizontal Alignment procedure: A) Verify speed is between 45 and 75 mph, B) verify the road is relatively straight with signs, poles, guard rails, etc C) Do not tail a vehicle too closely this inhibits the learning procedure
S132018-06-11. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Customer Satisfaction Notification S13 Flat Tow Owner Addendum Card 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. An updated Owner's Manual addendum card must be inserted into the Owner's Manual and User Guide kit.
23-023-162018-06-11. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR. Left Rear Door Replacement Due to A Split Or Strain In The Sheet Metal This bulletin involves inspecting the left rear door for a split or strain in the metal adjacent to the latch. If the metal is split or strained then the door assembly must be replaced. The customer may notice the metal adjacent to the latch is split or not smooth to the touch. This indicates the metal near the left rear door latch area is strained or split (Fig. 1).
08-064-162018-06-11. Service bulletin. EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS. Headlamp Leveling Switch Position Not Correct This bulletin involves running the wiTECH function: Configure BUX Headlamp Parameters. Customers may describe that the headlamp leveling switch positions are opposite of the actual headlamp positions (Fig. 1). For example, switch down position is headlamps up and vice versa.
RL305553A2018-06-11. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. 9-spd Transmission: FOR NAFTA Market Only: If you are ordering this transmission please follow all wiTECH pop ups and Warranty Payment Guidelines. If this vehicle contains 1 of the 30 Diagnostic Codes in the 9 Speed Tutorial located on the Service Home Page then please follow the repair steps and submit a Topology report as well as a Vehicle Scan Report with the Warranty Claim.~
68246267A2018-06-11. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE. Active Grill Shutter (AGS): This GPOP applies to all 2014 - 2016 KL & 2015 - 2016 UF vehicles. Prior to replacing an Active Grille Shutter (AGS) for DTC code U11E9 (Loss of Communication), please contact Tom Hallahan at cell (248) 494 2083 or email (tom.hallahan@fcagroup.com). If he does not respond within 15 minutes, please proceed with replacing AGS.~
05184546A2018-06-11. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. 3.6L Oil Pan Drain Plug and Pan: When an oil pan leak is detected and the oil drain plug is loose please on JK/KL models call one of the following people. If your call in not answered within 15 minutes please proceed with the repair. First: Joe Lovell Cell (734) 309-6467 - joe.lovell@fcagroup.com Second: Scott Kucharek Cell (248) 260-0725 - scott.kucharek@fcagroup.com Third: Jermanjit Dhillon Cell (248) 260-0725 - jermanjit.dhillon@fcagroup.com
1UT661X9A2018-06-11. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. 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.
08-029-16 REV. A2018-06-04. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; STRUCTURE. Accessory Kit to Enhance Flat Tow Performance The customer may describe that their vehicle shakes or bounces while being flat towed. If the customer describes the symptom/condition listed above, a Mopar Accessory kit is available to improve flat tow towing behavior. Ensure that all instructions included in the kit (#K6862569), are followed during the install process.
23-015-162018-06-04. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; STRUCTURE:BODY. Water On Front Carpet Or In Rocker Side Sill This bulletin involves visually inspecting the sealer on the engine bulkhead area and water testing to diagnose leak path. Then repairing body seam leaks with sealer. The customer may describe damp or wet carpet in the front footwell or in the rocker sill. This condition is primarily found on the left side but may be on the right (Fig. 1) or both footwells. The cause of this leak may be due to a sealant void on the body seam, allowing water to enter the vehicle interior.
23-015-16 REV. A2018-06-04. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; EQUIPMENT; STRUCTURE. Water On Front Carpet Or In Rocker Side Sill This bulletin involves visually inspecting the sealer on the engine bulkhead area and water testing to diagnose leak path. Then repairing body seam leaks with sealer. The customer may describe damp or wet carpet in the front footwell or in the rocker sill. This condition is primarily found on the left side but may be on the right (Fig. 1) or both footwells. The cause of this leak may be due to a sealant void on the body seam, allowing water to enter the vehicle interior.

The summaries are NHTSA's. Each bulletin's page links NHTSA's copy of the manufacturer's document.