Liftgate module short due to water leak
Defect Summary
Chrysler (fca us llc) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 jeep cherokee vehicles manufactured february 18, 2015, to september 10, 2015 and equipped with the power liftgate option. in the affected vehicles, water may leak into the power liftgate control module and result in a high resistance short circuit.
Safety Consequence
A short circuit in the module increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the module and connectors for corrosion, replacing the damaged components as necessary. the mastic shield will be removed and the module will be covered with a water shield. these repairs will be performed free of charge. the recall began on february 1, 2016. owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. chrysler's number for this recall is r67. this recall is superseded by nhtsa recall 23v-338.
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FAQ: Recall 15V826000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15V826000?
NHTSA recall 15V826000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on December 9, 2015. It addresses: Liftgate module short due to water leak. The recall affects approximately 32,784 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 15V826000 or the manufacturer campaign number R67. 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.