Water may enter power liftgate module
Defect Summary
Chrysler (fca us llc) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 jeep cherokee vehicles manufactured january 4, 2013, to february 18, 2015 and equipped with a power liftgate option. in the affected vehicles, water may enter the power liftgate control module and cause a high resistance short circuit in the module.
Safety Consequence
A short circuit in the liftgate control module may result in a fire.
Corrective Action
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the power liftgate control module and connectors for corrosion, substitute a bolt for the threaded grommet installed to seal an attachment point used in non-power liftgate vehicles and cover the power liftgate control module in a foam water shield, free of charge. the recall began on october 26, 2015. owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. chrysler's number for this recall is r27. This recall is superseded by nhtsa recall 23v-338.
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FAQ: Recall 15V393000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15V393000?
NHTSA recall 15V393000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on June 22, 2015. It addresses: Water may enter power liftgate module. The recall affects approximately 99,399 vehicles, with the defect involving the Structure component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 15V393000 or the manufacturer campaign number R27. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.