189 complaints reported

2017 Jeep Cherokee UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Owner-reported problems and safety issues filed with NHTSA. Review common failures, severity levels, and complaint trends over time.

Reports
189
Crashes
0
Fires
2
Injuries
1

Complaint Timeline

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Mar 2024

I have a 2017 JEEP Cherokee North edition. All of the lights lit up on my gear shifter console and then a warning displayed on the dashboard saying SERVICE SHIFTER. I have never heard of this nor has any dealer or mechanic. My car just shut off mid drive, luckily I was pulling into a parking lot. I parked the car and shut it off. After a few minutes I turned the key and no lights were displayed and I drove it home. This was very concerning. If I had been on the highway it could have been dangerous to myself and others. I am afraid of this happening again.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2017 JEEP CHEROKEE, Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Incident: Mar 2024
Feb 2024

My service 4wd light came on 6/22 and I had it replaced m. The dealership where it was done said only a 1 year warranty. Now as of yesterday light is on again with same code so once again PTU needs to be replaced again. I can’t afford this twice in less than 2 years why can’t Jeep help solve this or do recall. A lot of Jeep’s are recalled for this problem except mine why yes I file a complaint back in 6/2022 also this is crazy and I want a call back [XXX] I I’m out to much money in this piece of [XXX] u sale 2 oil coolers, drive shaft, wiring harness 2 times , popping in the front in since 2018 and got fix then 2 months after the pets warrant expired since popping. I get no help and someone is going to help with this PTU replacement or I will call an attorney INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2017 JEEP CHEROKEE, Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Incident: Jan 2024
Dec 2023

I keep getting a “service shifter” message on my dash board and ask the great lights light up. When taken to get inspected or fixed, the message disappears and nothing can be done. When they check the car , no error codes pop up. But I keep getting this message and I’m not the only one.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2017 JEEP CHEROKEE, Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Incident: Jul 2022
Dec 2023

When starting my jeep my service shifter light comes on. I shut my engine of and the light goes off. Next morning start my engine service shifter light come on. I have to restart my jeep 5 times before the light goes off. I've called a jeep dealership and they inform me that I'm the third person within the last week to inquire about this information.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2017 JEEP CHEROKEE, Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Incident: Sep 2023
Nov 2023

While driving and once when shifted into drive the service shifter light and warning has came on and all the lights by the shifter light up. I had to stop and shut the vehicle off and turn it back on. The most recent time I had to shut it off and turn it back on for it to go off

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2017 JEEP CHEROKEE, Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Incident: Feb 2023
Jun 2023

Service shifter light

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2017 JEEP CHEROKEE, Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Incident: Jun 2023
Jun 2023

Service shifter

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2017 JEEP CHEROKEE, Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Incident: Jun 2023
Jun 2023

A few months ago, I was at a slow speed, looking for a parking space, when I set the car in parking it made a weird noise and did not stop. After that issue, an indicator light appeared on the board: SVC-4WD. After this, the indicator light came on almost every day. I took the Jeep to the auto repair shop where I usually go, they ordered the piece and had to wait for weeks. I saw on this website that this issue has a recall in several units. I just hope I can get a refund. I'm attaching the invoice.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2017 JEEP CHEROKEE, Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Incident: Aug 2023
May 2023

I have a message that says service shifter

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2017 JEEP CHEROKEE, Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Incident: May 2023
Mar 2023

I purchased 2017 Jeep Cherokee from Jim Riehls Friendly dealership 2/2022. On 5/2023, the parking brake engaged while I was pulling out of my driveway and I blocked on coming traffic in my neighborhood. Called a tow truck and took to my mechanic (Kay's Auto Shop). They recommended taking to Jeep dealership as needed "a code check for electronic park brake failure". Jeep was able to drive to dealership. Dealership evaluated Jeep and asked if I had "driven into a lake"? There was water under the rear mat in spare tire area from unknown leak. I have never seen or heard a leak from sunroof or rear hatch. Dealership offered to fix problem but would be charging me to find leak. Representative said up to $4,000 and not guaranteed. I drove Jeep home. When I went to drive to doctor's appt., parking brake was engaged again. I am a 58 y/o new widow and I don't trust this vehicle. I believe it to be unsafe and unreliable. I have documentation and pictures for your review. Thank you for your careful consideration.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2017 JEEP CHEROKEE, Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Incident: Feb 2022
Feb 2023

When I shifted vehicle to reverse a message of “service shifter” came on dash screen. No accident resulted but felt unsafe as to what would happen if not serviced. Mechanics that have been contacted has never heard of service shifter message. Have not been able to reproduce message, when started vehicle again message was gone. No other warning lamps, messages or no symptoms.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2017 JEEP CHEROKEE, Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Incident: Feb 2023
Oct 2022

Periodically the light comes on and says "service shifter"?

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2017 JEEP CHEROKEE, Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Incident: Mar 2022
Sep 2022

Service shifter light is on but nothing can be found wrong with the car.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2017 JEEP CHEROKEE, Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Incident: Sep 2022
Sep 2022

The service shifter light came on and the mechanics cannot find any logical reason why but it does not allow me to see what speed I am going when it is on.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2017 JEEP CHEROKEE, Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Incident: Sep 2022
Jun 2022

The lights on gear shift all comes on all at once and the computer says shifter needs servicing I turn the jeep off and turn back on and everything is back to normal

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2017 JEEP CHEROKEE, Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Incident: Sep 2022
Jun 2022

Service shifter indicator comes on and all lights on shifter light up

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2017 JEEP CHEROKEE, Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Incident: Jun 2022
May 2022

Service shifter message. Shifter lites turn all red. Screen on dash won't change when message is on.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2017 JEEP CHEROKEE, Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Incident: May 2022
Apr 2022

My vehicle will not move at a stop light and the hand brake will come on by itself. Also the start/stop warning light continues to come on after driving for several miles.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2017 JEEP CHEROKEE, Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Incident: Mar 2022
Mar 2022

Front leather dash has become separated and could potentially cause adverse effects to drivers view. Potentially harmful with airbag deployment. Previous year (2014) same make and model received a recall notice. This issue should be addressed asap.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2017 JEEP CHEROKEE, Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Incident: Mar 2022
Mar 2022

My Power Transfer Unit is bad on my 2017 Jeep Cherokee. My light came on that says service 4WD. I took it to the Jeep Dealer who states that my Jeep showed a code c14a7-97 and it said my PTU is bad.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2017 JEEP CHEROKEE, Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Incident: Mar 2022
Mar 2022

Trouble with power transfer unit and dealer mechanic said it needs to be replaced. Noticed there has been a recall involving other vehicles and was concerned that about my jeep Cherokee and the information from the dealer mechanic today.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2017 JEEP CHEROKEE, Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Incident: Jan 2022
Feb 2022

Hello, what I am trying to find out is if the NHTSA has ever got notification or investigated what folks call the Jeep Death Wobble. We just got the Jeep and are looking to flat tow the vehicle behind our Motorhome and folks tell us that Jeep issued a Service Bulletin regarding the death wobble and would require modifications to the electrical system to resolve the problem. Is this an issue that your organization would have investigated and made Jeep/Mopar aware of the Death Wobble Issue. My second question Is that your web site shows that you have over 800 complaints regarding this vehicle and was wondering how I can read some of them. Thanks very much We have not experienced this issue yet but trying to find out more info about the Jeep Death Wobble before we proceed with any repairs etc regarding this issue.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2017 JEEP CHEROKEE, Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Incident: Feb 2022
Jan 2022

Message came up saying Service Shifter and all lights on shifter turned red. Happened several times. Made appointment to have it checked. Was told I needed new shifter and the part would take 7 to 10 days (took 10) and that I should not drive it as it could lock up in gear. After researching on line it appears this is a problem for many people and does not appear to be a recall item with so many complaints. It has been repaired costing nearly $1,000. I think this should be reviewed with so many others having the same problem.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2017 JEEP CHEROKEE, Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Incident: Dec 2021
Jan 2022

While driving down the street, my vehicle has started to automatically shift into neutral and the warning message, "must brake before shifting into gear" appears on my dash. I have to coast over to the side of the road in neutral, shift into park and turn my vehicle off before trying to restart. This has happened 4 or 5 times while I am actually driving down the road. When it is appearing to drive "normal" it has a warning message of "gear shift error" on the dash. So I paid a local mechanic to replace the entire gear shift component and my vehicle switched into neutral while I was driving again the next day. I am so nervous I will get into a wreck from this continuing to happen while driving my toddler around. I have not driven it since this happened right after picking it up from the shop. I then found a website listing a recall for my same year and make/model describing exactly what is currently happening with my vehicle. I called a local Jeep dealership about the recall and they told me since there was not a recall attached to my VIN number, they could not honor the recall. I am reporting this to you now to try and get my vehicle acknowledged and repaired under the recall. Here is the website where I found the recall: https://www.carscoops.com/2020/06/2014-2017-jeep-cherokee-recalled-over-serious-transmission-issues/

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2017 JEEP CHEROKEE, Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Incident: Dec 2021
Dec 2021

The gear shifter bezel and wiring all malfunctioned while I was driving. After reading up on the issues seems like this is a very common problem for jeeps. All lights on the shifter were lit up and I was unsure as to what gear I was in. This can be a major issue for any driver and should be recalled nationwide for fixing.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2017 JEEP CHEROKEE, Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Incident: Jan 2021

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The 2017 Jeep Cherokee has 189 UNKNOWN OR OTHER complaints on file. Review the timeline above for detailed owner experiences.