The 2016 Jeep Cherokee is a SUV. Expert analysis gives it a score of 7.0/10. Pros: Suited to the local varied driving conditions (city, paved roads, dirt tracks); Comfortable and reliable over the long term, even in harsh weather conditions; Excellent off-road capability thanks to the 4x4 drivetrain and low transfer ratios. Common concerns: Relatively high fuel consumption, especially in city driving; High maintenance costs locally due to parts pricing and service fees; Especially high fuel consumption in petrol engine variants (averaging 13โ15 km/l). local drivers note that the Jeep Cherokee is well suited to driving conditions locally โ whether on congested urban roads or dirt tracks in peripheral areas โ thanks to its comfort and versatility. Many highlight its strength against the heavy heat and sometimes poorly paved roads, but complain about high fuel consumption and high maintenance costs locally, particularly due to spare parts prices and local garage service fees. There are 33 NHTSA recalls associated with this model.
8 NHTSA recalls for Jeep Cherokee 2016
- Automatic Transmission โ Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The power transfer unit (PTU) may become damaged and disengage the transmission and differential, resulting in a loss of drive power or loss of park function.
- Rear Compartment/Trunk โ 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.
- Differential Unit โ Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Jeep Cherokee vehicles equipped with a two-speed Power Transfer Unit (PTU). Relative movement in the Power Transfer Unit (PTU) between the differential input splines and the transmission output shaft may cause some input spline teeth to wear off, which may eventually cause a loss of engagement between the transmission and the differential inside the PTU. If this occurs, power cannot be transferred between the front wheels and the transmission which results in a loss of drive while the vehicle is in motion and a loss of the Park function while stationary.
- Equipment โ Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling various Dodge, Chrysler, and RAM vehicles equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. A list of the affected trailer models is available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V824-0103.pdf. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
- Axle Shaft โ Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2016 Jeep Cherokee vehicles manufactured September 30, 2015, to October 2, 2015. The left halfshaft may have been incorrectly manufactured causing it to fracture without warning.
- Axle Shaft โ Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2016 Jeep Cherokee vehicles manufactured October 3, 2015, to March 22, 2016. The right halfshaft may have been incorrectly manufactured causing it to fracture without warning.
- Seats โ Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Jeep Cherokee vehicles manufactured July 29, 2013, to February 5, 2016. The seat fasteners on the first or second row seats may not have been tightened to the proper torque specification.