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Service bulletins for the 2016 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.

408 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.

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90036332017-11-03. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Water Pump Dealers are replacing water pumps because of a coolant leak. Water pumps are found TNF but the water pump bypass o-ring was pinched resulting in a coolant leak that looks like a failed pump. Please inspect the bypass o-ring before replacing the pump as it is available separate for service.
08-095-172017-11-03. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Flash: BCM Diagnostic and System Improvements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Body Control Module (BCM) with the latest available software. The customer may describe one or more of the following symptom/conditions:The headlamps flicker while operating at night. This condition may bemore prevalent after the bulb(s) have been replaced with an aftermarket bulb. Customers with Diesel engine equipped vehicles may experience cancelled remotestart request during winter months.
18-024-17 REV. C2017-11-03. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Flash: 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 one of the following DTCs have been set:P0556 - Brake Booster Pressure Sensor Circuit Performance. P040B - Exhaust Gas Recirculation Temperature Sensor 1 Circuit Performance(3.6L Only). U1424 - Implausible Engine Torque Signal Received(2017 MY Only). P2681 - Engine Coolant Bypass Valve Control Circuit Open(3.6L Only). P2299-00 - Brake Pedal Position/Accelerator Pedal Position Incompatible. B23C3 - Stop/Start Disable Switch 1/2 Correlation(3.0L and 3.6L Only). The following DTCs have been changed from a one trip fault to a two trip fault for(3.0L and 3.6L Only):P0335 - Crankshaft Position Sensor Circuit. P0339 - Crankshaft Position Sensor Intermittent. P0340 - Camshaft Position Sensor Circuit - Bank 1 Sensor 1. P0344 - Camshaft Position Sensor Intermittent - Bank 1 Sensor 1. P0365 - Camshaft Position Sensor Circuit - Bank 1 Sensor 2. P0369 - Camshaft Position Sensor Intermittent - Bank 1 Sensor 2. P0345 - Camshaft Position Sensor Circuit - Bank 2 Sensor 1. P0349 - Camshaft Position Sensor Intermittent - Bank 2 Sensor 1. P0390 - Camshaft Position Sensor Circuit - Bank 2 Sensor 2. P0394 - Camshaft Position Sensor Intermittent - Bank 2 Sensor 2. In addition, customers may experience one of the following conditions:A shorter auxiliary battery life. An illuminated Automatic Oil Change Indication (AOCI) light(3.6L Only). Other enhancements included in this update:Improvements to vehicle drivability during a cam or crank sensor MIL condition(2017 MY Only). Improved knock sensor performance.
08-028-17 REV. B2017-11-03. 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).
90035332017-11-03. Service bulletin. ENGINE; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE. 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.
09-012-162017-11-03. Service bulletin. ENGINE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Camshaft Replacement This bulletin involves replacing the left and right intake camshafts due to a missing feature on the nose of the camshaft. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find that the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) have been set: · P000A/P000C - Camshaft Slow To Respond. · P0300 - Multiple Cylinder Misfire.
18-078-162017-11-03. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE; POWER TRAIN. Engine Oil Viscosity Upgrade And Flash Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) and the Transmission Control Module (TCM). It also involves changing the engine oil with new 5W40 engine oil and applying a sticker to the engine oil filler cap. An addendum card will need to be added in the owner's manual. The following powertrain system improvements/enhancements are included in this software release: · Fan calibration. · Transmission calibration. · Revised oil change algorithm.
18-087-162017-11-03. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN; ENGINE. Engine Oil Viscosity Upgrade And Flash Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) and the Transmission Control Module (TCM). It also involves changing the engine oil with new 5W40 engine oil and applying a sticker to the engine oil filler cap. An addendum card will need to be added in the owner's manual. The following powertrain system improvements/enhancements are included in this software release: · Fan calibration. · Transmission calibration. · Revised oil change algorithm.
52029737A$2017-11-03. Service bulletin. FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OTHER FUEL TYPES:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER. TANK, Diesel Exhaust Fluid, Part Includes Temp Sensor and Level Sensor For DS and WK vehicles ONLY; If the urea tank is being replaced due to P249C or P203E on a 2014-2016 model year 3.0L Turbo Diesel (EXF) on DS or WK, please call Indra Djutrisno at cell (248) 892-3473. If no response is received within 15 minutes, please continue with repair.~
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.
04670682A$2017-11-03. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Shifter & PRNDL For 2016 WK ONLY; If vehicle DTC Code U114C-00 (Loss of Communication with PRNDL Display) is verified as either stored or active please contact Aaron Barnes in FCA Chassis Engineering at cell (269) 420-1969.~ For S28 repair TECHtip see NOTE 2 below. Note 1: This code can be generated by disconnecting the PRNDL from Shifter while battery is connected. NOTE 2: If battery is NOT disconnected while servicing Shifter 04670682A$: PRNDL power from Shifter will be deactivated after 3 seconds of being disconnected from Shifter. Power to Shifter will have to be removed for approx.. 20 seconds after PRNDL is connected to reset power to PRNDL from the Shifter. Power can be reset by removing battery power or disconnecting the shifter main connector. This is due to a safety feature built into the Shifter that will cut power to the PRNDL if a communication error is observed between the Shifter and PRNDL. Please return parts back to FCA Engineering if PRNDL is deemed non-functional after performing this TECHtip.
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.
68078700A$2017-11-03. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:WHEEL SPEED SENSOR/TONE RING. Brake Pedal Sensor For DS, WD & WK bodies ONLY; Prior to replacing the brake sensor; Please call Salma Al Ryahi at cell (519) 992-7293. If you are unable to get a response within 15 minutes, please take a picture that shows the sensor side together with the plunger and continue with normal repair procedure.
21-011-16 REV. A2017-11-03. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN. 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: · U0404 - Invalid Data Received From Gear Shift Control Module "A". In addition, some customers may experience the following conditions: · **Bumps on 2 -1 down-shift while braking.** · The M on the shifter and Instrument cluster may be blinking. The following improvements are included in this update: · **Improved 1 - 2 light throttle up-shifts.**
09-011-162017-11-03. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Engine Oil Pan Replacement This bulletin involves inspecting and possibly replacing the engine oil pan due to oil weepage. The customer may describe that their vehicle has oil weepage.
03-001-162017-10-21. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY. Replace Left Front Axle Half Shaft This bulletin involves inspecting and, if necessary, replacing the left front axle half shaft due to grease leaking from the boot. The customer or technician may find grease leaking out of the left front axle half shaft inner boot.
08-005-162017-10-21. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Switch Replace This bulletin involves replacing the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Switch due to heated steering wheel shutting off too soon. 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 temperatures below 19.5°C (67.1°F).
5LC23DX9A$2017-10-13. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. Load Floor Handle If you are in need of a load floor handle, please just order the handle, it is no longer necessary to replace the load floor assembly for a replacement load floor handle
68244058A$2017-07-14. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES. "Transmission Oil Cooler Lines For WK/WD Bodies ONLY; Before replacing TOC line, please call/text Karen Mancini on cell (734) 626-3120, or Todd cell (810) 252-9714 . If response if not received within 15 minutes, then proceed with necessary repair."
18-049-16 REV. A2016-11-08. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. "FLASH: 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 THE TECHNICIAN MAY FIND THE FOLLOWING DTCS SET IN THE PCM MEMORY: · **B23C3 - STOP/START DISABLE SWITCH 1/2 CORRELATION (3.0L AND 3.6L ONLY). · P0335 - CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR CIRCUIT (5.7L ONLY).** · P2299-00 - BRAKE PEDAL POSITION/ACCELERATOR PEDAL POSITION INCOMPATIBLE. OTHER ENHANCEMENTS INCLUDED IN THIS UPDATE: · IMPROVED KNOCK SENSOR PERFORMANCE."
04670682A$2016-09-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES. "SHIFTER & PRNDL FOR 2016 WK ONLY; IF VEHICLE DTC CODE U114C-00 (LOSS OF COMMUNICATION WITH PRNDL DISPLAY) IS VERIFIED AS EITHER STORED OR ACTIVE PLEASE CONTACT AARON BARNES IN FCA CHASSIS ENGINEERING AT CELL (269) 420-1969.~ NOTE: THIS CODE CAN BE GENERATED BY DISCONNECTING THE PRNDL FROM SHIFTER WHILE BATTERY IS CONNECTED. PLEASE RETURN PARTS BACK TO FCA ENGINEERING."
18-049-162016-07-14. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. SYMPTOM/CONDITION: A small number of customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) set in the PCM memory: · P2299-00 - Brake Pedal Position/Accelerator Pedal Position Incompatible. Other enhancements included in this update: · Improved knock sensor performance.
08-057-162016-07-14. 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.
08-049-162016-07-14. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. SUBJECT: Flash: Intrusion Transceiver Module Enhancements OVERVIEW: This bulletin involves updating the Intrusion Transceiver Module (ITM) with new software. SYMPTOM/CONDITION: The customer may describe the intrusion alarm randomly activating with no apparent intrusion.
08-029-16 REV. A2016-07-14. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING. SUBJECT: Accessory Kit to Enhance Flat Tow Performance SYMPTOM/CONDITION: The customer may describe that their vehicle shakes or bounces while being flat towed.

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