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Jeep Cherokee 2020technical service bulletin

Bulletin 18-021-21 · NHTSA communication 10188821 · issued Feb 17, 2021

Technical service bulletin
communication type
Power Train
component
2020
model years
1
vehicle entries

Official summary

Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates This bulletin involves reprogramming the PCM with the latest available software. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC).P2610 - PCM Internal Engine Off Timer Performance. Customers may experience one or more of the following:An audible clunk after applying throttle from a coasting condition, predominantly in fifth and sixth gear while driving 48 - 72 kph (30 - 45 mph).Software was updated to better address this conditio

Vehicles covered

What a TSB means. Technical service bulletins are repair guidance manufacturers send to dealers — they are not recalls, and repairs are not automatically free (warranty extensions are an exception worth checking). The full document is available via NHTSA’s vehicle lookup.