Jeep Recall 15V-393: Structure – hatchback/liftgate

Affected: 2014–2015 Jeep Cherokee. Filed with NHTSA on June 22, 2015, covering about 99,399 vehicles.

The problem

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Jeep Cherokee vehicles manufactured January 4, 2013, to February 18, 2015 and equipped with a Power Liftgate option. In the affected vehicles, water may enter the Power Liftgate Control Module and cause a high resistance short circuit in the module.

The risk

A short circuit in the liftgate control module may result in a fire.

The fix

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the power liftgate control module and connectors for corrosion, substitute a bolt for the threaded grommet installed to seal an attachment point used in non-power liftgate vehicles and cover the power liftgate control module in a foam water shield, free of charge. The recall began on October 26, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R27. This recall is superseded by NHTSA recall 23V-338.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign15V-393 (15V393000)
Manufacturer numberR27
ManufacturerChrysler (FCA US, LLC)
ComponentStructure › Body › Hatchback/liftgate
Report dateJune 22, 2015
Owners notifiedOctober 26, 2015
Vehicles affected99,399
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the body & structure

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 15V-393 repair free?

Yes. Jeep dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the power liftgate control module and connectors for corrosion, substitute a bolt for the threaded grommet installed to seal an attachment point used in non-power liftgate vehicles and cover the power…

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 99,399 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.