U0164 on JEEP CHEROKEE
Lost Communication With HVAC Control Module
Methodology: Reviewed against the SAE J2012 generic DTC definition and NHTSA owner-complaint patterns, then scoped to Jeep Cherokee context without treating complaints as confirmed diagnoses.
Sources: SAE/OBD-II definitions, manufacturer service information, and public reliability reports (including NHTSA where applicable).
- SAE J2012 Diagnostic Trouble Code Definitions — Generic diagnostic trouble code definition reference for U0164.
- NHTSA recalls, complaints, and manufacturer communications — Used to check public owner complaint context, recall status, and safety-related manufacturer communications by VIN or vehicle.
Limits: Guidance is informational and may not match every model-year or revision. Confirm with the official manual and diagnostics before replacing parts. For safety-critical or electrical work, use a qualified technician.
What U0164 Means on Your JEEP CHEROKEE
U0164 is a diagnostic trouble code indicating: Lost Communication With HVAC Control Module. This code relates to the vehicle network, module communication, or data bus system. The vehicle's computer detected a condition outside normal operating parameters and stored this code.
Real JEEP CHEROKEE Owner Reports
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database
"Hi, There are numbers of recalls and 3 of the recalls came back. I got engine light with the codes U0402 Implausible Data Received From TCM U0164 Lost Communication With HVAC Control Module TCM BCM and PCM needs to be reprogrammed or replaced."
"On numerous occasions when i start my vehicle the all of the lights on the shifter light up. the dash will then say the message "service shifter now". the only way to clear the message is to shut my car off and restart it. sometimes 3 or 4 times in a row."
All reports filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.
📊 Complaint Trend by Model Year
Common Causes on JEEP CHEROKEE
Based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.
What To Do Next
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Check for recalls on YOUR VIN
Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your VIN. If your vehicle is covered, repairs are free.
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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.