Component Record

Jeep Cherokee 2016 Power Train Problems

638 distinct owners reported a power train problem on the 2016 Jeep Cherokee - 45% of all complaints for this model year.

Recall Coverage638 complaints

638 complaints; 4 recall campaigns cover this system.

Campaigns Covering This System

16V284000Reported May 11, 2016 - 1,029 vehicles potentially affected

Recall covering the power train system, reported to NHTSA on May 11, 2016. The campaign covers an estimated 1,029 vehicles across all affected models.

16V287000Reported May 11, 2016 - 52 vehicles potentially affected

Recall covering the power train system, reported to NHTSA on May 11, 2016. The campaign covers an estimated 52 vehicles across all affected models.

20V343000Reported June 11, 2020 - 67,248 vehicles potentially affected

Recall covering the power train system, reported to NHTSA on June 11, 2020. The campaign covers an estimated 67,248 vehicles across all affected models.

23V302000Reported April 27, 2023 - 25,980 vehicles potentially affected

Recall covering the power train system, reported to NHTSA on April 27, 2023. The campaign covers an estimated 25,980 vehicles across all affected models.

Other Systems on This Model Year

Engine319 Unknown Or Other315 Electrical System297 Brakes104 Vehicle Speed Control76 Driver Assistance and Stability Systems60

How to Read These Counts: complaint counts are owner reports to NHTSA, not failure rates. Older and higher-volume vehicles accumulate more reports, and counts are not adjusted for vehicles sold - no per-sales rate or reliability ranking is shown, because the public data does not support one.

Data as of October 30, 2026. Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaints, recalls, and investigations files (U.S. Government public domain). DefectRecord is not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. For your specific vehicle, use NHTSA's VIN lookup. Report an error.