Wiring: rear compartment/trunkRecall 23V-338 · 2014–2016 Jeep Cherokee
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) recall 23V-338 covers 132,099 2014–2016 Jeep Cherokee for a wiring: rear compartment/trunk problem, reported to NHTSA on May 11, 2023. The manufacturer's latest report (2025 Q4) shows 40% of affected vehicles repaired.
Park outside and away from structures until repaired
Source: NHTSA recall 23V338000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Jeep Cherokee vehicles equipped with a power liftgate. An electrical short in the power liftgate module may lead to a vehicle fire with the ignition on or off.
The risk
A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
The fix
Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will relocate the power liftgate module and add a water shield. In addition, dealers will inspect for corrosion and replace the module and electrical connectors, if necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner letters were mailed March 1, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 49A. This recall supersedes recalls 15V-393 and 15V-826. Vehicles repaired under the prior recalls will still need to have the new remedy performed.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
40%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 2,742 vehicles were listed as unreachable.