| Issue ID | 1190389 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10724425 |
| Manufacurer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
| Brand | JEEP |
| Model | CHEROKEE |
| Model Year | 2014 |
| File date | 03/06/15 |
| Component | UNKNOWN OR OTHER |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | While descending down a hill with a moderate slope, i applied light braking to slow my 2014 jeep cherokee slightly. During the light braking, the vehicle suddenly shifted into a lower gear and the engine rpm increased from approximately 1500 rpm to 3000 rpm. This would seem to be normal, except that rather than slowing the vehicle down, the lower gear actually caused it to speed up, which then required more braking. This has happened several times, fortunately, the road conditions were good. If this should occur during wet or icy road conditions, there is a good chance the vehicle will skid. The transmission has also slipped during acceleration, which can also create safety hazards, as well as future quality issues. Fca has had many issues with the transmissions in their new jeep cherokees, but do not appear willing to find a serious solution to a serious problem. Please consider forcing a recall on the 2014 jeep cherokee, before serious safety issues begin to occur. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 16438 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | HONEY GROVE, PA |
| VIN pattern | 1C4PJMBS1EWXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | N |
| Was part original equipment? | |
| No. of injured persons | 0 |
| No. of fatalities | 0 |
| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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| Vehicle speed | 50 |
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