U0140 on JEEP CHEROKEE
What U0140 Means on Your JEEP CHEROKEE
Real JEEP CHEROKEE Owner Reports (Source: NHTSA Complaints Database)
"1st incident- 9/1/15- driving in interstate traffic when w/o warning jeep lost power, immediately slowed as if it dropped gears and went into neutral, "service parking brake" message flashed and said to put in park/turn car off/restart."
"10nov14 returned the car to the dealer for p56 recall.24nov14 mil turned on while driving w/ 1099 miles. returned car to a dealer in thousand oaks.tech resets mil & erased codes. 4mar15 mil turned-on again w/ 4375 miles on the car."
"The contact owns a 2019 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the message "Service 4WD" was displayed on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to Firestone, where it was diagnosed, and DTC: C14A7-97 was retrieved."
Data from NHTSA Vehicle Complaints Database. All reports are filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.
Common Causes of U0140 on JEEP CHEROKEE
Percentages based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.
Complaint Trend by Year
What To Do Next
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Check for recalls on YOUR VIN
Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your VIN. Free repairs if your vehicle is covered.
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Get a proper diagnosis
A code alone doesn't tell you the exact failed part. A diagnostic at a shop ($50-$150) pinpoints the root cause before you spend money on parts.
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Compare repair quotes
Get 2-3 quotes. Dealer vs independent shop prices often differ 30-50% for the same repair.