2016 JEEP CHEROKEE LATITUDE FWD

The auction record lists the vehicle as having a salvage title certificate with “rear end” as the primary damage classification. However, Stage 1’s photo review found no clear rear-end collision deformation, crushing, or broken rear components. The photos showed only minor scuffing and scratches on the rear quarter panel, so the stated rear-end damage claim was not supported by visible evidence. Stage 1 also noted that the salvage-title status cannot be confirmed from exterior photos. The only documented damage is several horizontal dark scuff and scratch marks on the painted rear quarter panel immediately ahead of and above the rear wheel arch. This is classified as minor cosmetic damage. No other damage findings were provided. The VIN decodes as a 2016 Jeep Cherokee SUV/MPV, series KL, with front-wheel drive/4x2 configuration, a 2.4-litre four-cylinder gasoline engine, and left-hand drive. The vehicle was manufactured by FCA US LLC at the Toledo North Assembly plant in the United States. NHTSA records show recalls associated with this model and model year. These include recalls concerning cruise-control disengagement caused by an electrical wiring short, improperly secured seat fasteners, potentially defective axle halfshafts on certain production ranges, and power-transfer-unit concerns that may cause loss of drive or the Park function on vehicles equipped with the relevant two-speed PTU. A further recall concerns the power liftgate control module on vehicles equipped with a power liftgate, where an electrical short may create a fire risk. The power-liftgate recall supersedes earlier related recalls. There is also a recall involving certain Kidde fire extinguishers supplied with affected vehicles or equipment. Recall applicability depends on the vehicle’s production details and equipment, and completion should be verified by VIN through an FCA dealer or NHTSA before purchase.