Service bulletins for the 2015 Jeep Grand 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.
513 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.
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| 21-027-15 REV-B | 2018-11-26. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Flash: Transmission Shift Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming of the Transmission Control Module (TCM) with the latest available software. A small number of customers may experience an erroneous Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illumination. Upon further investigation, the technician may find a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) stored in the TCM memory. In addition, the following TCM calibration improvements are also available for vehicles equipped with the 845RE 8 speed transmission (Sales Code DFL). These improvements are listed per engine application. 3.0L Gas Engine (Sales Code EHD) ? P1DCD - TCM monitoring processor performance multiple clutches locked up. ? P1B13 - Park-By-Wire unintended out of park position. ? P0734 - Gear 4 Shift Incorrect Ratio. ? Improved upshift timing. ? Improved torque converter engagement. ? Improved shift timing during tow mode operation. ? Improved shift points during aggressive driving. ? Calibration improvement to correct bump feel during 2-1 downshift. ? Improved shift timing while in snow, base, and hill modes. 3.6L Gas Engine (Sales Code ERB) ? P1DCD - TCM monitoring processor performance multiple clutches locked up. ? P1B13 - Park-By-Wire unintended out of park position. ? P0734 - Gear 4 Shift Incorrect Ratio. ? Improved 4-3 and 3-2 downshifts. ? Improved shift timing at higher altitudes. ? Improved shift timing while in sand mode. ? Calibration improvement for multi-gear downshift timing during passing maneuvers. ? Calibration improvement for intermittent delayed upshift. |
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| 21-027-15 REV-A | 2018-11-26. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION; POWER TRAIN. Flash: Transmission Shift Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming of the Transmission Control Module (TCM) with the latest available software. A small number of customers may experience an erroneous Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illumination. Upon further investigation, the technician may find a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) stored in the TCM memory. In addition, the following TCM calibration improvements are also available for vehicles equipped with the 845RE 8 speed transmission (Sales Code DFL). These improvements are listed per engine application. 3.0L Gas Engine (Sales Code EHD) ? P1DCD - TCM monitoring processor performance multiple clutches locked up. ? P1B13 - Park-By-Wire unintended out of park position. ? P0734 - Gear 4 Shift Incorrect Ratio ? Improved upshift timing. ? Improved torque converter engagement. ? Improved shift timing during tow mode operation. ? Improved shift points during aggressive driving. ? Calibration improvement to correct bump feel during 2-1 downshift. ? Improved shift timing while in snow, base, and hill modes. 3.6L Gas Engine (Sales Code ERB) ? P1DCD - TCM monitoring processor performance multiple clutches locked up. ? P1B13 - Park-By-Wire unintended out of park position. ? P0734 - Gear 4 Shift Incorrect Ratio ? Improved 4-3 and 3-2 downshifts. ? Improved shift timing at higher altitudes. ? Improved shift timing while in sand mode. ? Calibration improvement for multi-gear downshift timing during passing maneuvers. ? Calibration improvement for intermittent delayed upshift. |
| 08-031-15 REV-B | 2018-11-26. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.. RA3 RA4 Radio Enhancements This bulletin involves inspecting and, if required, updating the radio software. A small number of customers may experience one or more of the following: ? Intermittently blind spot chime will not turn off (KL vehicles only). ? Enable High Definition (HD) feature, (RA4 radios located in Canada and Mexico). ? Low battery condition due to the radio remaining powered up after the ignition has been turned off (U.S Markets Only). ? The Radio may switch from SiriusXM to an AM station by itself. ? Uconnect registration always present, can not remove Uconnect account. ? Teleprompter does not appear when pressing the Voice Recognition (VR) button. ? VR operation cancels while in media mode. ? Radio may display previous cameras image before displaying the current image. ? Navigation lost vehicle position, during route calculation. ? Navigation displays are missing after vehicle heading changes. ? Navigation giving incorrect guidance to exit the highway. ? FM audio may switch to AM after ignition cycle. ? Text messages appear as sender?s phone number not their name. ? VR phone button may not work at times. ? Audio muted after AUX device is disconnected. ? VR, ? Listen? to text, will only play 1st message. ? Drive Mode: Eco, sport or normal setting may not be saved after key cycle (LA, LD, LX and ZD Only). ? Drive Mode: Shift light On/Off, out of sync (LA, LD, LX and ZD Only). ? SirusXM station information does not update. ? Speed adjusted volume, may not work. ? AM or FM seek or tuner soft keys may be missing. ? Display screen show ambient temperature as ?- - ? not normal values. Improvements: ? Faster response time when using the Remote Service App (U.S. market only). ? Faster connection time with 911(U.S. market only). ? Keyboard improvements, in the Points Of Interest (POI) section. ? High Definition (HD) radio buffering. ? Spanish translation. ? Radio station, scroll feature. ? D |
| D-15-18 | 2018-11-26. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; EQUIPMENT. To announce a VIP LOP Restriction Program on the Multi-Displacement Solenoid (MDS) in an effort to monitor and correct quality issues in a timely and efficient manner |
| 08-056-15 | 2018-11-26. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD. Improper Hood Switch Operation This bulletin involves performing a Body Control Module (BCM) Proxi Configuration and Proxi Alignment. The customer may notice that the security alarm will not sound when the hood is opened. |
| 18-047-15 | 2018-11-26. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM). Flash: 3.0L Powertrain Diagnostic And System Enhancements 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, a technician may find one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) stored in the PCM memory. ? P204F-00 - Reductant System Performance ? P20E9-00 - Reductant Pressure Too High ? P249C-00 - Excessive Time To Enter Closed Loop Reductant Injection Control ? P2002-00 - Diesel Particulate Filter Efficiency Below Threshold ? P20C2-00 - Reductant Heater 3 Control Circuit Performance ? P2299-00 - Brake Pedal Position/Accelerator Pedal Position Incompatible ? P208B-00 - Reductant Pump 1 Control Performance ? P1288-00 - NOX Sensor 1/2 Zero Offset Too High |
| 21-016-15 REVA | 2018-11-26. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Flash: Transmission Shift And Drivability Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Transmission Control Module (TCM) with the latest available software. A small number of customers may experience a ?Stop/Start Ready? message in the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) when the vehicle did not perform an auto stop event. This message typically occurs while the vehicle is being driven in Snow Mode. In addition, a small number of customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation, a technician may find one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) stored in the TCM memory. ? P061B - Internal Control Module Torque Calculation Performance. ? U0401 - Implausible Data Received From The ECM/PCM. ? P1DAD - Input Shaft/Output Shaft Direction Correlation. ? P1DAF - Incompatible Limp In Action Requested (set in conjunction with U1424 - Implausible Engine Torque Signal Received). |
| 18-022-15 REV-B | 2018-11-19. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES. Flash: 3.0L Powertrain Diagnostic And System Enhancements 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 a technician may find one of more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) set in the PCM memory. ? P2299-00 - Brake Pedal Position/Accelerator Pedal Position Incompatible. ? P208B-00 - Redundant Pump 1 Control Performance. ? P1288-00 - NOX Sensor 1/2 Zero Offset Too High. ? P249C-00 - Excessive Time To Enter Closed Loop Reductant Injection Timing Control. ? P2002-00 - Diesel Particulate Filter Efficiency Below Threshold. ? P20C2 - Reductant Heater 3 Control Circuit Performance. ? P204F - Reductant System Performance. ? P20E9 - Reductant Pressure Too High. |
| 25-002-15 | 2018-11-19. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM); EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; EQUIPMENT. P0455 And/Or P0456 Set In The PCM This bulletin involves replacing the evaporative emissions purge valve hose due to a split in the hose that will prevent the system from sealing. The customer may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) while driving. Upon further investigation the technician may find one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) set in the PCM memory. ? P0455 EVAP System Large Leak ? P0456 EVAP System Small Leak |
| 09-011-15 | 2018-11-19. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; EQUIPMENT. Incorrect 6.4L Engine Oil Dipstick This bulletin involves installing the correct engine oil indicator (Dipstick). The customer and/or technician may notice after performing an oil change the Dipstick may indicate the oil was over filled. When changing the oil and filter, service information shows 7 quarts are required. After installing 7 quarts the Dipstick may indicate the engine is over filled by 1 quart. |
| 08-083-15 REV-A | 2018-11-19. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Flash: Bass, Mid, Treble Adjustment Causes Erratic Volume Increases This bulletin involves reprogramming the Amplifier (AMP) with the latest available software. The customer may describe when changing the radio tone settings (Bass, Mid, Treble) the volume levels may be erratic. Depending where the volume is set, the volume changes maybe very loud or very little. Example: Volume set to 8 and making adjustments to the tone settings, the volume can increase by 15 db. Volume set to 25 and making adjustments to the tone settings, there maybe no volume changes. |
| 08-083-15 | 2018-11-19. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.. Flash: Bass, Mid, Treble Adjustment Causes Erratic Volume Increases This bulletin involves reprogramming the Amplifier (AMP) with the latest available software. The customer may describe when changing the radio tone settings (Bass, Mid, Treble) the volume levels may be erratic. Depending where the volume is set, the volume changes maybe very loud or very little. Example: Volume set to 8 and making adjustments to the tone settings, the volume can increase by 15 db. Volume set to 25 and making adjustments to the tone settings, there maybe no volume changes. |
| 08-007-15 | 2018-11-19. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. RG3 RG4 RJ3 RJ4 Radio Enhancements This bulletin involves inspecting and, if required, updating the radio software. A small number of customers may experience one or more of the following: ? Voice Recognition (VR) to set temperature, will indicate wrong setting to rear seat temperature. ? Not possible to set temperature in degree C using the VR (UK vehicles only). ? Teleprompter does not appear when pressing the Voice Recognition (VR) button. ? Voice Recognition (VR) operation cancels while in media mode. ? Radio may display previous cameras image before displaying the current image. ? Navigation lost vehicle position, during route calculation. ? Navigation displays are missing after vehicle heading changes. ? Navigation giving incorrect guidance to exit the highway. ? FM audio may switch to AM after ignition cycle. ? Text messages appear as sender?s phone number not their name. ? Voice Recognition (VR) phone button may not work at times. ? Audio muted after AUX device is disconnected. ? Voice Recognition (VR) , ? Listen? to text, will only play 1st message. ? Drive Mode: Eco, sport or normal setting may not be saved after key cycle (LA, LD, LX and ZD Only). ? Drive Mode: Shift light On/Off, out of sync (LA, LD, LX and ZD Only). ? Speed adjusted volume, may not work. ? AM or FM seek or tuner soft keys may be missing. ? Display screen show ambient temperature as ?- - ? not normal values. Improvements: ? Spanish translation. ? Radio station, scroll feature. ? Drive Mode: Launch control button, text improvements (LA, LD, LX and ZD Only). ? Displays correct media, song titles and tracks. ? Incoming calls, audio enhancements (LA, LD and LX Only). ? Audio for strong AM stations. ? VR performance. ? Settings can only be changed in run mode, not ACC. ? Notify user when messaging features are not supported on certain phones/devices. ? Shows direction and distance for POI when using VR. |
| 23-007-15 | 2018-09-24. Service bulletin. LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TAILGATE:LATCH. Rear Liftgate Will Not Open Intermittently This bulletin involves verifying liftgate release operation and if necessary, replacing the rear liftgate latch. A small number of customers may comment that the rear liftgate will not open intermittently. |
| 14-001-15 | 2018-09-24. Service bulletin. FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. Diesel Fuel Filter Weepage in Extreme Cold Conditions This bulletin involves installing a new fuel/ water separator filter. Diesel fuel weepage from bottom of the vehicle when a cold soaked vehicle is started at temperatures of -13 F (-25 C) or below when using artic diesel fuel or a cold weather diesel fuel additive. |
| 23-012-15 | 2018-09-24. Service bulletin. LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES; STRUCTURE. Cargo Compartment Load Floor Panel Latch Handle Broken This bulletin involves replacing the cargo compartment load floor panel latch handle. The customer may describe a broken cargo compartment load floor panel latch handle. |
| 08-031-15 | 2018-09-24. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM); EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.; EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. RA3 RA4 Radio Enhancements This bulletin involves inspecting and, if required, updating the radio software. A small number of customers may experience one or more of the following: ? Enable High Definition (HD) feature, (RA4 radios located in Canada and Mexico). ? Keyboard improvements, in the Points Of Interest (POI) section. ? Low battery condition due to the radio remaining powered up after the ignition has been turned off (U.S Markets Only). ? The Radio may switch from SiriusXM to an AM station by itself. ? Uconnect registration always present, can not remove Uconnect account. ? Teleprompter does not appear when pressing the Voice Recognition (VR) button. ? VR operation cancels while in media mode. ? Radio may display previous cameras image before displaying the current image. ? Navigation lost vehicle position, during route calculation. ? Navigation displays are missing after vehicle heading changes. ? Navigation giving incorrect guidance to exit the highway. ? FM audio may switch to AM after ignition cycle. ? Text messages appear as sender?s phone number not their name. ? VR phone button may not work at times. ? Audio muted after AUX device is disconnected. ? VR, ? Listen? to text, will only play 1st message. ? Drive Mode: Eco, sport or normal setting may not be saved after key cycle (LA, LD, LX and ZD Only). ? Drive Mode: Shift light On/Off, out of sync (LA, LD, LX and ZD Only). ? SirusXM station information does not update. ? Speed adjusted volume, may not work. ? AM or FM seek or tuner soft keys may be missing. ? Display screen show ambient temperature as ?- - ? not normal values. Improvements: ? High Definition (HD) radio buffering. ? Spanish translation. ? Radio station, scroll feature. ? Drive Mode: Launch control button, text improvements (LA, LD, LX and ZD Only). ? Making assist calls. ? App functionality and screen displays. ? Displays correct media, song titles and tracks. ? Travel |
| 21-018-15 | 2018-09-24. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN. Flash: 8HP70 SRT Transmission Shift Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Transmission Control Module (TCM) with the latest available software. A small number of customers may experience one or more of the following conditions. ? Less than desired gear shifts when driving on steep grades in lower altitudes. ? Less than desired gear shifts during aggressive, high speed driving. ? Erratic 1-2 upshift in cold ambient temperatures. ? Delayed engagement shifting from reverse to drive. ? Harsh or inconsistent upshift that happens intermittently. ? Harsh or inconsistent downshift that happens intermittently while coasting or during passing maneuvers. ? Intermittent delayed shift from 6th gear during aggressive high speed driving. |
| 08-028-15 | 2018-09-24. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.; STEERING; SEATS. RA2 Radio Software Enhancements This bulletin involves updating the radio's software. A customer may experience one or more of the following: ? Not able to change state of heated seats and/or steering wheel during stop event on Stop/Start vehicles. ? Touchscreen confirmation beep may be too loud (Grand Cherokee only). ? U0208-00 - Loss Communication With Heated Seat Control Module (Cherokee only). Improvements: ? Only allow vehicle settings to be changed in run mode. To help ensure settings are properly saved. ? Always gray out text message soft keys for non-supporting devices. ? Voice Recognition (VR) improved accuracy. |
| 08-029-15 | 2018-09-24. Service bulletin. STEERING; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; SEATS; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.; EQUIPMENT. RG2 Or RJ2 Radio Software Enhancements This bulletin involves updating the radio's software. A customer may experience one or more of the following: ? Not able to change state of heated seats and/or steering wheel during stop event on Stop/Start vehicles. ? Touchscreen confirmation beep may be too loud. ? The radio does not allow selection of the Polish language. ? The radio fan continually runs at high speed. ? Customer perception may be the radio fan is too loud. Improvements: ? Only allow vehicle settings to be changed in run mode. To help insure settings are properly saved. ? Always gray out text message soft keys for non-supporting devices. ? Voice Recognition (VR) improved accuracy. |
| 17-001-15 | 2018-09-24. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER. Incorrect Bolts Used On Rear Shock Absorber Upper Mount This bulletin involves replacing the rear shock absorber upper mount bolts. Incorrect bolts used on the rear shock absorber upper mounts. |
| 18-022-15 | 2018-09-24. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM); ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Flash: 3.0L Powertrain Diagnostic And System Enhancements 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 a technician may find one of more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) set in the PCM memory. ? P20C2 - Reductant Heater 3 Control Circuit Performance. ? P204F - Reductant System Performance. ? P20E9 - Reductant Pressure Too High. |
| 21-016-15 | 2018-09-24. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN; ENGINE. Flash: Transmission Shift And Drivability Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Transmission Control Module (TCM) with the latest available software. A small number of customers may experience a ?Stop/Start Ready? message in the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) when the vehicle did not perform an auto stop event. This message typically occurs while the vehicle is being driven in Snow Mode. In addition, a small number of customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation, a technician may find one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) stored in the TCM memory. ? P061B - Internal Control Module Torque Calculation Performance. ? U0401 - Implausible Data Received From The ECM/PCM. ? P1DAD - Input Shaft/Output Shaft Direction Correlation. ? P1DAF - Incompatible Limp In Action Requested (set in conjunction with U1424 - Implausible Engine Torque Signal Received). |
| 08-024-15 | 2018-09-24. Service bulletin. TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS. Flash: Service Tire Pressure System Message This bulletin involves updating the Tire Pressure Module (TPM) software and performing a Misc-function routine. The customer may notice a message ?Service Tire Pressure System? displayed on the cluster. On further inspection the technician may find the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): ? C151D - Tire Pressure Sensor Location Undetermined. ? C1581 - Front/Rear Side Tire Pressure Sensor Location Undetermined. |
| 08-016-16 REV A | 2018-06-18. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; STEERING. 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). |
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