Recall 16V590 affects 1,827 2014-2016 Jeep Cherokee vehicles with loose first- or second-row seat fasteners. Repair will be free at franchised Jeep dealers.
Jeep is recalling 1,827 2014-2016 Cherokee SUVs because fasteners on the first or second row seats were not tightened to specification. Loose seat fasteners can let the seats move in a crash, increasing injury risk for occupants, and the Jeep dealer repair will be free once the remedy is ready.
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What's wrong?
The seat fasteners on the 2014-2016 Jeep Cherokee hold the seat assembly tight to its mounting points. Those fasteners are supposed to be tightened to a set torque, which means a measured amount of clamping force. That force keeps the first or second row seat fixed in place during normal driving.
On affected Cherokees, those fasteners were not tightened to the required specification during assembly. A loose fastener lets the seat move more than designed, especially when the vehicle hits bumps or the occupant shifts weight. That movement puts extra stress on the seat mounting points and leaves the seat less secure than intended.
Before a failure, owners hear squeaks or rattles from the affected seat area. Those sounds are the warning sign that the seat or its mounting hardware is moving when it should stay tight.
Who's affected?
Both component labels point to the same owner-facing issue: the seat assembly.
| 2016 Jeep Cherokee | seat assembly |
|---|---|
| 2014 Jeep Cherokee | seat assembly |
| 2014 Jeep Cherokee | seat assembly |
| 2016 Jeep Cherokee | seat assembly |
| 2015 Jeep Cherokee | seat assembly |
| 2015 Jeep Cherokee | seat assembly |
| Units affected | 1,827 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
Loose seat fasteners can let the seats move, raising the risk of injury to seat occupants in a crash. Squeaks or rattles are the warning sign to take seriously: stop using the seat if it feels loose and call a Jeep dealer for guidance. Repair will be free at any franchised Jeep dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2014-2016 Jeep Cherokee is included in this recall.
- Watch for the Jeep owner notice, or ask a franchised Jeep dealer if the notice was never received.
- Call Jeep customer service at 1-800-853-1403 with questions and reference recall number 16V590.
- Ask the dealer about the free seat or seat-set replacement that corrects loose first or second row seat fasteners.
- Bring the recall notice if Jeep mailed one, and keep the repair paperwork for your records.
- Drive with care until the repair is complete, and avoid carrying passengers in a loose or shifting seat position.
What happens at the repair
The final dealer repair will be free once available. At the dealer, a Jeep technician replaces the affected seat or seat set so the first or second row seat fasteners are corrected as part of the recall. Parts and labor are covered. Reimbursement is offered for owners who paid out of pocket for the same problem before the recall notice. The owner letter asks customers to send the original receipt or other proof of payment so the expense can be confirmed.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| August 10, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 18, 2016 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| September 23, 2016 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| October 3, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V590?
Recall 16V590 covers 1,827 2014-2016 Jeep Cherokee vehicles with first-row or second-row seat fasteners that were not tightened to the proper torque. Loose fasteners can allow a seat to move in a crash, increasing injury risk for seat occupants.
What should I do if my 2014-2016 Jeep Cherokee is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Cherokee is included in recall 16V590. If it is, contact a franchised Jeep dealer and reference recall number 16V590 or FCA recall number S63. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and the recall filing says dealers will replace the affected seats or seat sets free of charge at a franchised Jeep dealer.
Is it safe to drive my Jeep Cherokee before the seat recall repair?
The recall does not include a do-not-drive order. The safety issue is that loose seat fasteners can let a seat move during a crash, increasing injury risk. Check your VIN, then schedule the free dealer repair if your Cherokee is included.
What if I bought my Jeep Cherokee used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the original owner. If you never received a notice, check your VIN to confirm whether your Cherokee is included, then call a franchised Jeep dealer with recall number 16V590.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V590000 |
|---|---|
| Jeep customer service | 1-800-853-1403 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V590 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V590000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 31, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →