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ZF 9HP 9-speed transmission

Manufacturer

FCA (Jeep/Chrysler)

Years

2014–2018

Where people complain about this

Reddit reply — long

That sounds like the **ZF 9HP 9-speed transmission** issue — it's a known defect on FCA (Jeep/Chrysler) Cherokee/Renegade/200 from 2014–2018.

ZF 9HP 9-speed produces harsh shifts, lurching, missed gears, and software-induced limp modes. Subject of multiple recalls and settlements.

Source: In re Jeep Cherokee Transmission Litigation.

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Reddit reply — short

Sounds like the ZF 9HP 9-speed transmission issue — well-documented defect on FCA (Jeep/Chrysler) 2014–2018, In re Jeep Cherokee Transmission Litigation. If your dealer's tried to fix it 2+ times you may have a case. Free 60-sec check at defectfiles.com.

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