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2016 Jeep Cherokee Engine Problems

136 owner-reported engine complaints from NHTSA data

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Jan 2020Dec 2020
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Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.

Owner Complaints (136)

criticalENGINE
FireFiled: Feb 2025

The contact owns a 2016 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked and unoccupied at 3 AM, the contact noticed a loud popping sound outside the contact's window. The contact inspected and noticed the vehicle caught on fire.

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NHTSA #: 11644579
criticalENGINE
Filed: Nov 2024

The contact owns a 2016 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving on the highway at approximately 55 MPH, the vehicle suddenly began to decelerate. The transmission service and check engine warning lights were illuminated.

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NHTSA #: 11625061
criticalENGINE
Filed: Feb 2024

The contact owns a 2016 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, she heard an abnormal ticking sound emanating from the engine compartment. No warning lights were illuminated.

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NHTSA #: 11574060
criticalENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Jan 2024

Engine light came on oil light came on. Had it checked..oil is leaking from the housing directly onto the engine could cause fire.

NHTSA #: 11565600
criticalENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM,LANE DEPARTURE
Filed: Dec 2021

I was driving my son to school one day about 2 months ago maybe longer and all of a sudden out of no where the car shuts off saying low oil pressure. I changed out the sensor. thinking that would fix the problem.

NHTSA #: 11444643
criticalENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Feb 2021

Vehicle was driving on the high way, 70mph, for 20 mins, exited the highway to 40 MPH and engine began making a rattling sound, shaking, backfiring, and acceleration became difficult, loss of horse power. Drove to nearest parking lot. Continues to misfire while in neutral and at idle.

NHTSA #: 11396803
criticalENGINE
Filed: Dec 2020

The jeep has 36.4k miles. When I drive the car is overheating and shoots all the way hot into the red and then cools down, then goes up again. It happened 4 times in 15 min.

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NHTSA #: 11378588
criticalENGINE
Filed: Aug 2020

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 jeep cherokee. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced rough idling. The check engine warning light was illuminated.

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NHTSA #: 11343233
criticalENGINE
Filed: Dec 2019

I have the 2.4l in my cherokee. The same as other jeep models and I have had the same oil consumption issue that this engine line has. Jeep just shut off and had to restart.

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NHTSA #: 11289244
criticalENGINE
Filed: Nov 2019

2016 jeep cherokee approx. 58,000 miles began shutting down while exiting the parking garage, stalled out several times and steering and all control of the vehicle was lost. Took it to the shop and after running diagnostic was told that nothing could be found to be wrong with the vehicle.

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NHTSA #: 11281527
criticalENGINE
Filed: Aug 2019

My wife's jeep cherokee 2016 while driving 3 times in the last month has stalled while making a slight right turn. The display signals engine, and battery flash and then the car dies with no power instantly. My pregnant wife was commuting during rush hour the last time this happened and this nearly caused her to be rear ended.

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NHTSA #: 11242327
criticalENGINE
Filed: Jun 2019

Vehicle stalls during deceleration into right hand turns. Extremely dangerous. Hundreds of complaints about the same issue occurring under the same circumstances.

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NHTSA #: 11218931
criticalENGINE
Filed: May 2019

My vehicle lost power in the brakes, accelerator and steering wheel. Everything locked up while I was driving in traffic. I was able to coast to the side of the road and completely lost the ability to control my vehicle.

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NHTSA #: 11208997
criticalENGINE
Filed: Apr 2019

While driving the vehicle after just a couple minutes in my subdivision the vehicle stalled & would move. I made 2 turns, one right & one left then it stalled. The "charging system light" went on & said "shift to p then desired gear".

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NHTSA #: 11196844
criticalENGINE
Filed: Apr 2019

Jeep cherokee begins to experience intermittent hesitation while idle and unresponsive maneuverability during acceleration. Ignition coils fail on 2.4l engine with consistency - #4, #2, #3 (3 of 4 ignition coils) causing misfire in engine chamber. Lack of control during acceleration / deceleration create high concern for safety while at high speeds and generally while driving.

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NHTSA #: 11196761
criticalENGINE
Filed: Jan 2019

Bought the car 10/3/2018 with a fresh oil change, 12/18/2018 car shut off on husband while driving with kids in the car (the engine died, steering locked up, the battery light flashed and an error popped up that said to put the transmission in park and select the desired gear) no oil light ever came on to warn low oil 12/20/2018 car shut off twice while driving, check engine light came on went to dealer and oil change was completed, less than 4k miles driven and there was only quart of oil left in engine (5 qt burned) 12/21/2018 called dealer because car skipped, was told normal due to air getting into engine causing a misfire should be fine now 1/7/2019 car sputtered twice while driving, felt like it shut off brought car to dealer and the car was low by 1 quarts of oil started oil consumption testing.

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NHTSA #: 11165095
criticalENGINE
Filed: Aug 2018

My car will sputter and shut down while driving in my neighborhood. When I tried to start it the car would sputter as if it was stuck in the starter, then just shut down. I attempted again and still nothing.

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NHTSA #: 11118610
criticalENGINE
Filed: Jun 2018

I have a 2016 jeep cherokee latitude with 33,000 miles on it. The vehicle stalled while driving about 20 MPH on a city street. The engine shut off without any warning, causing me to become stuck in the middle of a busy road, nearly causing a collision.

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NHTSA #: 11100787
criticalENGINE
Filed: Jun 2018

I brought the jeep new in 2016 and now it has shut off on me while driving in traffic with no power. This is scary. While driving, I get warning tones emitted from the vehicle with no message displayed.

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NHTSA #: 11099434
criticalENGINE
Filed: May 2018

Several times now in the past few months when I start to accelerate, the jeep "jumps". Almost like its slipping or trying to jump gears. It's very scary, and I'm afraid of it jumping when I least expect it and cause an accident which I do not need in my condition.

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NHTSA #: 11093944
criticalENGINE
Filed: Apr 2018

While driving the engine cut out. I drifted to the side of the road, put it in park and restarted it. There wasn't any message there was a problem.

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NHTSA #: 11090825
criticalENGINE
Filed: Apr 2017

My car ja a 2016 and it has shut off while driving 3 times, I was almost rear ended this last time, and it took a bit to start again. I have already taken it to dealer and they said it was a software update... And they updated it but it's doing it again.

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NHTSA #: 10979079
criticalENGINE
Filed: Feb 2017

Accellerating from a stop to get on the highway and engine shut down. Had to stop in the middle of a busy intersection to put it in park, remove and re-insert key, and restart. Almost got rear ended in the process.

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NHTSA #: 10949073
highENGINE
Filed: Nov 2025

After purchasing the vehicle, I discovered it had an open FCA recall W90 (Tigershark MultiAir oil consumption/emission system repair). The dealer had not completed this recall prior to selling the vehicle. The vehicle was brought in for the W90 recall, and the repair was reportedly completed last week by a certified dealer.

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NHTSA #: 11697493
highENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Filed: Jun 2024

The contact owns a 2016 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled. The check engine warning light illuminated.

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NHTSA #: 11593383
highENGINE
Filed: Dec 2023

The following happens approximately 2-3 times per month for the last 2 years: While accelerating, my vehicle jerks/stalls. Vehicle has not completely died but there is hesitation when resuming driving. I have taken it to Malless Automotive here in Indianapolis in June 2022 and December 2023.

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NHTSA #: 11559955
highENGINE
Filed: May 2023

I’ve been doing my research and the same issue my car is having many keeps have also had. On highways our card will go limp and stall out. The engine light will come on and the four wheel drive will become not functional.

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NHTSA #: 11521472
highENGINE
Filed: Apr 2022

Excessive oil consumption causing hesitation and stalls in traffic. Consumption is approximately 1.5qt. per 1000 mies

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NHTSA #: 11460351
highENGINE
Filed: Oct 2021

The contact owns a 2016 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated while driving 25 MPH, the vehicle inadvertently stalled. The check engine warning light was illuminated.

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NHTSA #: 11438420
highENGINE
Filed: Jun 2021

I was driving on the interstate, I just got past 55 miles per hour and my “service transmission soon” notification came on. I was able to get off the interstate. After that, the vehicle completely stalled out.

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NHTSA #: 11420698
highENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Feb 2021

In motion on a city street going 35 MPH the engine shuts off; steering and braking become disabled and car costs into traffic. No warning lights or dash board symbols turned ever on. Vehicle has to be towed to a shop to have the oil changed/replaced after only 200 miles since last oil change.

NHTSA #: 11396797
highENGINE
Filed: Jan 2021

Eight times now my 2016 jeep cherokee will just quit. Dealership keeps making me check my oil myself. I am 3000 miles before a scheduled oil change and the vehicle has just stopped running while driving 50 MPH again.

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NHTSA #: 11386476
highENGINE
Filed: Dec 2020

Vehicle stall while parked or during mid turn. Vehicle would also have some sort of overheating which causes engine light to come one and vehicle starts to lose power causing lights to have a short flicker. All issue happen during motion and while parked.

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NHTSA #: 11384319
highENGINE
Filed: Dec 2020

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 jeep cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 20 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was able to restart however, there was a delay and an abnormal noise coming from the vehicle.

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NHTSA #: 11384020
highENGINE
Filed: Dec 2020

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 jeep cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle loss motive power and stalled without warning. The contact stated that after several attempts the vehicle restarted.

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NHTSA #: 11377351
highENGINE
Filed: Aug 2020

When turning, left or right my 2016 jeep cherokee stalled. It emitted a ding sound and flashed the message 'shift gear to park first'. The battery light and check engine light illuminated and the engine shut itself off.

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NHTSA #: 11350150
highENGINE
Filed: Jul 2020

Without warning my 2016 jeep cherokee will stall in the middle of the road. I have checked the oil after this occurred and there was very little oil left. No indicator lights came on and this has now happened while driving at about 35-45 MPH and while making left turns.

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NHTSA #: 11342131
highENGINE
Filed: Jun 2020

I just bought the car a few months ago, the engine kept stalling will driving. The oil was bone dry!

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NHTSA #: 11327415
highENGINE
Filed: Jan 2020

Following day vehicle completely shut down while driving on the interstate at 55 MPH . Dealership contacted and vehicle brought in for inspection. Dealer concluded that engine had no oil, although internal indicators failed to advise and showed vehicle had 60% oil life remaining and 3000 miles until scheduled oil change.

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NHTSA #: 11300163
highENGINE
Filed: Jan 2020

Car stalled in middle of on ramp. No control because car turned off.

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NHTSA #: 11299148
highENGINE
Filed: Dec 2019

I was stopped on a busy main road in my town, to make a left into my neighborhood and my jeep cherokee stalled. The dash lit up with put in park and restart car. I put it in park and the car restarted.

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NHTSA #: 11288015
highENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Nov 2019

Drove car for only 2-3 blocks after sitting 8 hours while at work (first time 11/12/19 - outside temp in the 30's) and the second time overnight in unheated garage (11/23/19 - outside temps in the 30's), while turning right at a stoplight to enter on to a major artery (first time) and a stop-sign to enter onto a residential street (second time) the car shut itself off coming to a complete stop.

NHTSA #: 11282886
highENGINE
Filed: Nov 2019

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 jeep cherokee. While the vehicle was stationary, it stalled and an abnormal clicking noise was heard. The contact mentioned that the check engine indicator illuminated.

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NHTSA #: 11279879
highENGINE
Filed: Nov 2019

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 jeep cherokee. While driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled. The contact changed the battery and noticed that the oil was low.

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NHTSA #: 11278049
highENGINE
Filed: Oct 2019

Making a left turn, engine shut off no power, stated I must be in park to shift warning lights flashing (all kinds). Would not restart for about 15 minutes. Ran fine prior to this.

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NHTSA #: 11270685
highENGINE
Filed: Jul 2019

Vehicle stalls and cuts off while driving and steering wheel locked up without warning. No check engine lights on and no explanation. After several times it was found that the engine was completely out of oil.

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NHTSA #: 11229659
highENGINE
Filed: Apr 2019

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 jeep cherokee. While making a right turn at 20 MPH, the engine stalled and "shift to key for park to select the desired gear" appeared on the instument panel. The contact had to make three attempts to start the vehicle and was able to park on the side of the road.

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NHTSA #: 11204711
highENGINE
Filed: Apr 2019

The dip stick only reaching the top 3 quarts of oil.I was told by the jeep dealership that the car engine shuts off mid drive(in motion) to protect the engine even if you are going 70 MPH(on the city street, high way, or local road and while turning). This is so the engine does not burn the oil. This means that the car stalls out and looses power and control with no notifcation.

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NHTSA #: 11204812
highENGINE
Filed: Feb 2019

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 jeep cherokee. While driving approximately 5 MPH and making a right turn, the vehicle suddenly stalled. After restarting the engine, the vehicle operated normally.

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NHTSA #: 11183079
highENGINE
Filed: Feb 2019

Takata recall after starting the car and staying stationary starts to shake. While driving shakes even more and has stalled on me while driving with my toddler in car seat in back. Then it did it again 2 more times just glad my son wasn't in the car.

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NHTSA #: 11174854
highENGINE
Filed: Feb 2019

Twice in the past week my jeep has just stalled while driving, both on 2/1/19 and 2/4/19 I was going around 35-40 MPH. I am able to coast the jeep off the road and then I needed to wait a few minutes before it starts up again. The on board computer system display does not show any problems.

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NHTSA #: 11174334
highENGINE
Filed: Jan 2019

Engine stalls and dies without warning while driving. After shutdown a message on the dash tells you to put it into park to start the car again, engine will restart after 2 min but will fail to restart if you try sooner. Very dangerous, this has happened 6 times now while driving.

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NHTSA #: 11173170
highENGINE
Filed: Dec 2018

This is in regards to my 2016 jeep cherokee latitude. In the last 4 days my car how just completely shut off 3 times on 12/23/18, 12/26/18 and 12/27/18, while I was driving, probably would have been 4 times but I didn't drive on christmas day. The first 2 times it happened I was leaving my work parking lot driving no more than 10-15 MPH.

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NHTSA #: 11163625
highENGINE
Filed: Dec 2018

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 jeep cherokee. While driving 35 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed and the vehicle stalled without warning. Several minutes later, the vehicle restarted.

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NHTSA #: 11162212
highENGINE
Filed: Dec 2018

This jeep stalls out at low speeds and once stalled out at 55 MPH. Dealer says this engine the 2.4l 4 cylinder has oil consumption issues and it is quite normal for the engine to use 1 qt of oil every 1,000 miles

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NHTSA #: 11157274
highENGINE
Filed: Nov 2018

Vehicle shut off completely while driving on the interstate. No warning lights or any other indication of issues. Was able to restart after several minutes and no indication lights on again but driving fine.

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NHTSA #: 11151421
highENGINE
Filed: Nov 2018

Jeep replaced the original engine under warranty due to excessive oil consumption that caused the engine to stall while driving. Now the second engine, after only a few thousand miles of driving, is also consuming excess oil.

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NHTSA #: 11145250
highENGINE
Filed: Oct 2018

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 jeep cherokee. While driving approximately 10 MPH, the vehicle stalled and all the warning indicators flashed and went blank on the instrument panel. The contact coasted the vehicle to the side of the road and waited approximately five minutes.

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NHTSA #: 11142646
highENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Oct 2018

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 jeep cherokee. While driving, the oil level became low and the vehicle stalled without warning. The failure occurred multiple times.

NHTSA #: 11133602
highENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Sep 2018

Vechile stalling while driving. The vechile will stall driving at low speed turns, up hills and coming to a stop. Second time it has been to dealership for same problem.

NHTSA #: 11129638
highENGINE
Filed: Aug 2018

Engine stalls while driving because of low oil. Jeep is 2 1/2 yrs. Old with 50,000 miles and should not be burning oil.

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NHTSA #: 11119750
highENGINE
Filed: Jun 2018

Car stalled while driving on busy roads in chicago on two separate occasions. First time I was less than a mile from home on my way to work, car stalled out at a stop light and took 3-4 failed attempts to restart. Car was making unusual noise while failing to restart.

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NHTSA #: 11101522
highENGINE
Filed: Jun 2018

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 jeep cherokee. While driving 20 MPH, the vehicle stalled and all the warning indicators illuminated. The contact attempted to restart the vehicle, but was unsuccesful.

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NHTSA #: 11099203
highENGINE
Filed: May 2018

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 jeep cherokee. While driving various speeds, the "switch to neutral" warning message appeared and the check engine indicator illuminated. Afterwards, the vehicle stalled.

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NHTSA #: 11092531
highENGINE
Filed: May 2018

2016 jeep cherokee has twice stalled while driving about 30 MPH. Lose all power. First time , 21,218 miles, dealer said probably low on oil, but oil change was not overdue and no indicator lights ever showed.

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NHTSA #: 11091468
highENGINE
Filed: Oct 2017

It has an oil consumption issue. It burns a quart of oil every 1000 miles. It takes 5 quarts of oil and the oil change is every 5000 miles so by the time it needs an oil change there is no oil left.

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NHTSA #: 11034694
highENGINE
Filed: Jan 2017

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 jeep cherokee. While driving approximately 10 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact came to a complete stop.

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NHTSA #: 10939823
highENGINE
Filed: Sep 2016

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 jeep cherokee. While driving 75 MPH, the vehicle decelerated and the check engine indicator illuminated. The engine failure recurred several times.

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NHTSA #: 10908931
highENGINE
Filed: Jul 2016

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 jeep cherokee. While driving 45 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The failure recurred intermittently.

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NHTSA #: 10887436
mediumENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Filed: Feb 2026

The contact owns a 2016 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle jerked abnormally with an abnormal burning odor coming from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and was diagnosed with a misfire in cylinder #5. The fuel injectors were cleaned, and the spark plugs and filters were replaced. The contact stated that on a separate occasion, the contact became aware that there were oil stains on the ground, and the abnormal odor was still coming from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, where it was diagnosed, and determined that the plastic oil filter housing seal had failed. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 58,000.

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NHTSA #: 11717227
mediumENGINE
Filed: Nov 2025

PTU had to be replaced. Light on, check by a authorized dealer, replaced by my local dealer as the jeep dealer could not get the part in a timely manner. I am aware other Jeeps were recalled but not this jeep.

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NHTSA #: 11697047
mediumENGINE
Filed: Oct 2025

Head gasket and cylinder head replacement. There are bubbles in my coolant and oil in cylinder #1. No external leaks.

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NHTSA #: 11696091
mediumENGINE
Filed: Sep 2025

Subject: Possible Recall Repair Connection to Open Recall U90 Dear NHTSA, I am writing to bring to your attention a concerning issue regarding my 2016 Jeep Cherokee with the 2.4L engine. I have been experiencing chronic coolant loss for approximately two years.

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NHTSA #: 11685362
mediumENGINE
Filed: Jul 2025

When coming to a stop the auto stop turned the engine totally off. The car had to be shifted into park to restart the engine using the car's starter button. Afterward a message was displayed that the autostop was not available and to get the autostop serviced.

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NHTSA #: 11672275
mediumENGINE
Filed: Nov 2024

I own a 2016 Jeep Cherokee, and I’ve experienced significant engine issues that seem to be a common problem among other owners. The vehicle initially developed a ticking noise, which I was told was due to an oil change issue (first too little oil, then too much). The problem escalated quickly—leading to misfiring, bucking, excessive fuel consumption, and eventually a complete loss of power.

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NHTSA #: 11626661
mediumENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Filed: May 2024

The contact owns a 2016 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken for routine service at the local dealer, and the technician advised her that the engine oil cooler needed to be replaced. The contact stated that the vehicle was also taken to several independent mechanics and the diagnostic result was confirmed.

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NHTSA #: 11590409
mediumENGINE
Filed: May 2024

My car is subject to the U90 recall, but Jeep is not responding. When I contact any Jeep dealer, they tell me to wait and don't respond for months again and again. When I contact Jeep customer service, they don't respond at all.

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NHTSA #: 11589403
mediumENGINE
Filed: May 2024

“Service Shifter” warning message comes on screen randomly and repeatedly. And my shifter lights all illuminate. I had the dealership replace the whole shifter and harness in Oct 2022 and the problem has started to recur now in May 2024.

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NHTSA #: 11587490
mediumENGINE
Filed: Apr 2024

While driving on highway when I try to pick up speed motor starts to shakes engine light flashes and runs sluggish like it wants to shut off but once the speed decreases engine light go out. I had taking it to the dealer prior and complained about engine noises and shaking and they could find the issue.

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NHTSA #: 11580395
mediumENGINE
Filed: Jan 2024

The contact owns a 2016 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, the vehicle lost motive power. Additionally, while the vehicle was turned off, the contact received notifications that the vehicle was losing power.

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NHTSA #: 11564446
mediumENGINE,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Filed: Apr 2023

Start stop system is malfunctioning. It will go off that it is malfunctioning after I go down the hill or up the hill sometimes if it’s wet out it’ll just go off but it’s not working and the other problem I’m having is the engine oil coolant housing.

NHTSA #: 11517532
mediumENGINE
Filed: Mar 2023

Engine oil cooler failure, had to be replaced. Known issue per 3 techs. Leaks oil onto engine and exhaust.

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NHTSA #: 11511808
mediumENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Filed: Feb 2023

The contact owns a 2016 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal oil odor inside the vehicle. No warning lights were illuminated.

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NHTSA #: 11507043
mediumENGINE
Filed: Jan 2023

The contact owns a 2016 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated that upon having the vehicle inspected, the contact was informed by the technician that there was a crack in the oil engine housing and needed to be replaced. No warning light was illuminated.

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NHTSA #: 11502760
mediumENGINE
Filed: Jan 2023

My 2016 jeep Cherokee Limited which has the 2.4 L Tiger Shark engine is failing miserably. There is a extremely obvious ring around the entirety of the engine block. The manifold gasket has failed.

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NHTSA #: 11502314
mediumENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Filed: Mar 2022

The contact owns a 2016 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact initially called the dealer and was informed that the VIN was not under recall.

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NHTSA #: 11458815
mediumENGINE
Filed: Jul 2021

The contact owns a 2016 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the vehicle decelerated to 45 MPH independently. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated.

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NHTSA #: 11427152
mediumENGINE
Filed: Aug 2020

I bought my car brand new in 2016. At 33,000 miles the engine failed resulting in the car shaking when accelerating in motion and the engine light came on. I brought it in and was told the spark plugs failed and they were replaced.

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NHTSA #: 11343559
mediumENGINE
Filed: Mar 2020

Car shuts off randomly while driving! Loose power steering and power breaks. After looking online, this seems to be a common occurrence.

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NHTSA #: 11319663
mediumENGINE
Filed: Mar 2020

Motor blew up at 72000 miles, smoke filled interior of vehicle making navigation impossible and rear tire was punctured by motor parts causing vehicle to leave roadway, informed fiat/chrysler of the issue of motor failing to cycle oil causing major failure of components, they are aware of engine issues yet refuse responsibility. Motor replaced at cost of 6,300. No warranty on vehicle.

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NHTSA #: 11317019
mediumENGINE
Filed: Mar 2020

Enormous amounts of oil burning up and scolding the cylinder walls. Oil change and guaranteed 3000 miles. Less than 1000 miles later all oil gone and cylinder walls scorched.

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NHTSA #: 11317167
mediumENGINE
Filed: Feb 2020

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 jeep cherokee. The contact stated that while attempt to move from a stopp, the accelerator pedal was depressed however, the vehicle failed to respond. The contact stated that an audible chime was heard while the battery failure warning light was displayed on the instrument panel.

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NHTSA #: 11310165
mediumENGINE
Filed: Jan 2020

I was driving down the street then went to take a left and my car shut off. I got it to the side of the road and tried to start it,would not start.

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NHTSA #: 11297676
mediumENGINE
Filed: Dec 2019

Check engine light came on. Took the vehicle to local jeep dealership. Vehicle has approx.

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NHTSA #: 11286956
mediumENGINE
Filed: Nov 2019

Cei p0128 coolant temperature too cold. No overheating issues, temps have remained consistently. Came on while driving.

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NHTSA #: 11281768
mediumENGINE
Filed: Oct 2019

The vehicle shakes while driving, and hesitates. Looks like engine is shaken. The dealer states there's nothing wrong with it.

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NHTSA #: 11267969
mediumENGINE
Filed: Oct 2019

Around 76k on 2016 jeep cherokee sport engine that messed up going down the interstate, I quickly exited then it shut off and did not want to stay running. Now dealership says they don't understand why zero compression in cylinders. I kept oil changed every 3k due to daily miles.

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NHTSA #: 11266077
mediumENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Jul 2019

2016 jeep cherokee limited fwd, misfiring and shaking began while stopped at traffic light and while driving afterwards for 1/2 mile. Automatic start/stop was on. Pulled off road and turned engine off and let set for 1-hour.

NHTSA #: 11230015
mediumENGINE
Filed: May 2019

This is the second time my car has shut off while driving in the middle of the road, I had my children in the car checked oil there was none I am not due for another oil change for 500 miles I bought this vehicle brand new only has a little over 19,000 miles I hope this is fixed if not I will be getting rid of this vehicle and will never purchase an jeep product every again.

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NHTSA #: 11207086
mediumENGINE
Filed: Mar 2019

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 jeep cherokee. While driving 30 MPH, the vehicle shut off without warning. The contact called los angeles chrysler dodge jeep ram (2025 s figueroa st, los angeles, ca 90007, (833) 866-5795) and scheduled a diagnostic appointment for this weekend.

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NHTSA #: 11186801
mediumENGINE
Filed: Feb 2019

While we were driving, a message came on the dashboard to service transmission, and then we were not able to accelerate. We pulled over and turned off the car, and then started it back up and we drove fine for about a minute before the same message came up on the dashboard. Again we were not able to accelerate even though the gas pedal was pushed all the way.

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NHTSA #: 11176085
mediumENGINE
Filed: Jan 2019

Vehicle shut off while my husband was driving.took vehicle to dealership. Was 3 quarts low. We have been told by the dealership that their hands are tied, that this engine uses about a quart of oil every 1000 miles but the engine is designed to shut off before it would blow engine.

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NHTSA #: 11169992
mediumENGINE
Filed: Aug 2018

Engine is using excessive amounts of oil. Using 1.25-1.5 quarts of oil per 1,000 miles. Engine has shut off while driving on highway on 2 occasions.

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NHTSA #: 11120745
mediumENGINE
Filed: Jun 2018

While driving the engine shutoff and lost all power. Had to coast to the side of the road in traffic. After taking it to the dealer, found out the engine consumed 2.5 quarts of oil [over half it's volume] in 6 months.

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NHTSA #: 11104677
mediumENGINE
Filed: May 2018

I was driving down a city street on my way home from work and my car just shut off! It had 14500 miles on it when this happened. The system had just started telling me the oil was due to be changed, it was going to be the 4th oil change.

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NHTSA #: 11098061
mediumENGINE
Filed: May 2018

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 jeep cherokee. While checking the engine oil, the contact noticed that the oil was a quart low. The contact stated that there were no leaks and the vehicle only had 4,000 miles at the time.

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NHTSA #: 11097779
mediumENGINE
Filed: May 2018

The vehicle shut off on my wife and child while she was driving it on the highway, and we took it to the dealership and they said it was low on oil and they did an oil consumption test and cleared the vehicle and said it was a common problem and they have to do oil consumption test before chrysler will issue a replacement motor, after 2 months of the test they concluded that it was ok and safe to drive.

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NHTSA #: 11096411
mediumENGINE
Filed: May 2018

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 jeep cherokee. While driving 45 MPH, the rpms increased after the vehicle was slowed down. Also, the vehicle shook after it accelerated.

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NHTSA #: 11093973
mediumENGINE
Filed: Mar 2018

I was driving to town and the low oil presser light came on I get off the road then my car died I was not able to restart it. I checked the oil and it was empty? I put 2 quarts of oil in it and them it stated right up.

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NHTSA #: 11081251
mediumENGINE
Filed: Mar 2018

My car won't start intermittently and completely shut off stopped at a traffic light. It started after 15 minutes of being in the fast lane with my flashers on which was extremely dangerous. I could have been hit easily.

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NHTSA #: 11076841
mediumENGINE
Filed: Jan 2018

Engine thermostat went bad around 60,000 miles. The engine would not warm up to temperature on cold days and would not stay cool enough on warm days. The engine light came on and the engine didn't sound like it should when running.

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NHTSA #: 11064919
mediumENGINE
Filed: Aug 2017

I was driving down the road at 75 miles per hour when she vehicle stopped working . The engine was running but I couldnt press the gas brakes nor did the steering work. A week before that my car wouldnt crank.

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NHTSA #: 11014064
mediumENGINE
Filed: May 2017

On march 3/9/2017 I purchased a 2016, jeep cherokee limited 4x4, 2.4l with 20,111. At the time of the purchase, I received a 109-point vehicle inspection report, and I personally checked the fluid levels. On may 27, 2017, the oil light flashed when turning into the home depot.

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NHTSA #: 10992363
mediumENGINE
Filed: May 2017

Jeep randomly shuts down while driving and steering wheel locks up. Engine is getting replaced for the second time in 18 months.

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NHTSA #: 10984363
mediumENGINE
Filed: Feb 2017

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 jeep cherokee. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16v907000 (engine and engine cooling); however, the part for the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair.

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NHTSA #: 10950231
mediumENGINE
Filed: Feb 2017

I was driving 50mph and my jeep completely shut down - 0 MPH, 0 RPM, but I could still steer and brake. No lights, no warning. Pulled into a neighborhood, had to put it in park, remove the key and put it back in to get it to do anything again.

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NHTSA #: 10949066
mediumENGINE
Filed: Feb 2017

Driving through a parking lot, jeep turned off but I could still steer and brake. Had to stop completely, put it in park, remove and re-insert key for it to restart. Started with no hesitation, no lights or anything came on.

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NHTSA #: 10949067
mediumENGINE
Filed: Jan 2017

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 jeep cherokee. The contact was experiencing an excessive oil consumption issue with the vehicle. The contact had to add oil to the vehicle every 1,200 miles.

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NHTSA #: 10945731
mediumENGINE
Filed: Aug 2016

We bought a brand new jeep and by 5168 miles it used 3 quarts of synthetic oil. We had the oil changed at 3000 miles at the dealer(as they suggested). We informed the dealer that the jeep was burning oil not leaking oil.

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NHTSA #: 10901992
lowENGINE
Filed: Mar 2025

I bought this vehicle a month ago and the engine stoped while I was driving 3 or 4 times.

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NHTSA #: 11648491
lowENGINE
Filed: Mar 2024

While driving engine suddenly turns off. After getting vehicle to side of road and placing in park, car will start again. This has happened several times.

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NHTSA #: 11578018
lowENGINE
Filed: Oct 2023

Heater line snapped at the neck of male fitting.

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NHTSA #: 11548923
lowENGINE
Filed: Sep 2023

Complete loss of power while driving.

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NHTSA #: 11543737
lowENGINE
Filed: May 2023

Engine and drive bad engine but just bought less 7 month ago

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NHTSA #: 11522766
lowENGINE
Filed: Feb 2021

Car shut off without any warning while pulling into parking lot and making right turn.

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NHTSA #: 11397886
lowENGINE
Filed: Jan 2021

Engine shuts off with no warning! Apparently when oil is low, engine is built to shut off as a safety feature! No oil light indicator comes on.

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NHTSA #: 11388243
lowENGINE
Filed: Dec 2020

Vehicle engages emergency break and service transmission while in motion'reducing the speed to 0. It forces a restart and once the restart is done vehicle will make abrupt sounds while shifting gears. Steering will become stiff and vehicle will do this on regular street road or highway making it dangerous.

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NHTSA #: 11385197
lowENGINE
Filed: Jan 2020

Vehicle shuts off while driving. Happens mostly in the morning and after making a turn. The vehicle has shut off at random times throughout the day and evening.

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NHTSA #: 11292590
lowENGINE
Filed: Nov 2019

Cei p0128 coolant temperature too cold. Having to replace thermostat on a car only 3 years old. Temps have not been below freezing & didn't have this issue last winter.

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NHTSA #: 11281087
lowENGINE
Filed: Sep 2019

Jeep cherokee wouldn't start. It tries to turn over, all of the lights and the radio come on, but the engine won't start. I've tried jumping it and made sure there was enough gas, and still had no luck.

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NHTSA #: 11253524
lowENGINE
Filed: Feb 2019

While the car is in motion or just after braking, the engine will beep and then completely shut off. The screen says to put the vehicle in park in order to restart it. It takes several moments for the vehicle to restart.

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NHTSA #: 11182020
lowENGINE
Filed: Feb 2019

Car was in drive/run mode and car cut off. Steering wheel locked up. Car coasted to stop.

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NHTSA #: 11173768
lowENGINE
Filed: Jul 2018

Car shut off while driving.

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NHTSA #: 11111530
lowENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Jul 2018

Several times in the past 3 months (6-8 times), without warning, the car shuts off. The engine completely stops regardless of in motion or accelerating from a stop. It has happened each way.

NHTSA #: 11110884
lowENGINE
Filed: Mar 2018

When going down incline the engine and rpms gauge surge up and down.

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NHTSA #: 11079692
lowENGINE
Filed: Mar 2017

In cold temperatures my vehicle doesn't heat properly. Noticed that in my climate control setting that strictly goes to the floor it has no force, and sounds like it blows on the windshield but doesn't. Service advisor indicated that is the problem but no correction for issue currently available.

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NHTSA #: 10967410

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