2019 Jeep Cherokee Transmission Problems
From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.
How common are transmission problems on the 2019 Jeep Cherokee?
821 owners have reported transmission problems on the 2019 Jeep Cherokee, 49% of all complaints for this year and the most reported problem area. Most reported problems happened at about 16,000–90,000 miles. 4 recalls cover this area.
821 complaints 49% of all 2019 complaints 52,000 miles typical
Which parts fail
The specific part named in each complaint.
Mileage when it failed
Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (306 of 821). The amber line is the middle value.
When problems were reported
Transmission complaints by the year the problem happened.
Transmission complaints by Cherokee year
Related recalls
Transmission
Can stallThe power transfer unit (PTU) may fail. A failed PTU may result in a loss of drive power or vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix: Dealers will update the Drivetrain Control Drivetrain Control Module, PTU, and Electronic Park Brake software, and replace the PTU, as necessary, free of charge.
Recall 26V290000 · May 2026Transmission
Can stallThe power transfer unit (PTU) may become damaged and disengage the transmission and differential, resulting in a loss of drive power and/or loss of park function. A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash. A loss of park function can cause an unintended vehicle rollaway, which can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix: Dealers will update the drivetrain control module and PTU software and replace the PTU, as necessary free of charge.
Recall 25V011000 · Jan 2025Transmission calibration can cause engine stalls
Can stallSome 4L-engine vehicles have a transmission calibration error that can make the engine stall while driving. A sudden stall raises the risk of a crash.
Fix: The dealer will re-flash the transmission controller with a new calibration at no cost to you.
Recall 18V739000 · Oct 2018Automatic transmission
A component in the transmission may not have been welded properly, possibly causing the transmission to not transmit engine power to the wheels. If the transmission weld fails, the vehicle will stop moving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin September 2018.
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Other 2019 Jeep Cherokee problems
Common questions
What are common 2019 Jeep Cherokee transmission problems?
Complaints most often name the transfer case (4-WHEEL DRIVE), automatic transmission and differential unit.
At what mileage do 2019 Jeep Cherokee transmission problems happen?
Most complaints that gave a mileage fell between about 16,000–90,000 miles. The middle value is about 52,000 miles.
Is there a recall for 2019 Jeep Cherokee transmission problems?
Yes: 26V290000, 25V011000, 18V739000, 18V492000. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if the work was done.
Which Cherokee year has the most transmission complaints?
The 2014 Cherokee, with 1,471 complaints.
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports.