Recall 19V449 affects 41,169 2019 Jeep Cherokee vehicles for impact and acceleration sensors that can fail. Repair is free at any franchised Jeep dealer.
Jeep is recalling 41,169 2019 Cherokee SUVs because impact and acceleration sensors can fail and reduce the air bag system's ability to detect certain crash events. In a crash, faulty detection can lead to improper air bag deployment and a higher risk of injury; Jeep dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The 2019 Jeep Cherokee uses impact and acceleration sensors to read crash forces at the front and sides of the vehicle. These sensors send signals to the Occupant Restraint Controller, the computer that decides how the air bag system responds during a crash. The system depends on those sensors staying in communication with that controller.
On affected Cherokees, an acceleration sensor has an incomplete solder connection on its printed circuit board. That weak electrical connection can break communication between the controller and one or more sensors. When that happens, the air bag system has less information about the direction and force of a crash, which reduces its ability to detect and respond properly to certain crash events.
The warning sign is the air bag warning lamp. If the sensor is not working properly, that lamp will illuminate, and the vehicle needs dealer diagnosis under recall 19V449.
Who's affected?
| 2019 Jeep Cherokee | air bag system |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 41,169 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2019 Jeep Cherokee is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
An affected acceleration sensor can fail to detect a crash correctly. In a crash, that can cause improper air bag deployment and increase the risk of injury. If the air bag warning lamp illuminates, schedule service promptly and ask the dealer how to handle the vehicle. Repair is free at any franchised Jeep dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2019 Jeep Cherokee is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Jeep dealer to schedule the free impact and acceleration sensor replacement that addresses reduced crash detection for the air bag system.
- Bring the recall notice if Jeep has mailed one. If not, reference recall number 19V449 when you call.
- Schedule the repair promptly because improper crash detection affects air bag deployment in a crash.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Jeep technician replaces the affected impact and acceleration sensors so the air bag system can detect crash events as intended. The replacement parts and labor are free under recall 19V449. If you already paid for sensor related repairs before the recall notice, the reimbursement process asks owners to send the original receipt or other adequate proof of payment so the expense can be confirmed. Bring that paperwork to the service desk and ask how to submit it.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| June 13, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 2, 2019 | Dealer notification began |
| August 2, 2019 | Dealer notification ended |
| August 2, 2019 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| August 2, 2019 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| August 7, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V449?
Recall 19V449 covers 41,169 2019 Jeep Cherokee vehicles with impact and acceleration sensors that can fail and reduce crash detection for the air bag system. Jeep dealers will replace the affected sensors for free.
What should I do if my 2019 Jeep Cherokee is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Cherokee is included in recall 19V449. If it is, contact a franchised Jeep dealer to schedule the sensor replacement. Reference recall 19V449 or Jeep recall number V63 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and the remedy says dealers will replace the affected sensors free of charge. The repair is handled through a franchised Jeep dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is improper air bag deployment in a crash. If the sensors fail to detect certain crash events, the air bag system can deploy incorrectly, increasing the risk of injury. The free dealer repair replaces the affected sensors.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V449000 |
|---|---|
| Jeep customer service | 1-800-853-1403 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V449 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V449000 |
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)
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