Paddle Shifter Needs Attention

In 2014-2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with a 6.2L supercharged Hemi or 6.4L Hemi engine, when trying to upshift using the paddle shifter on the steering wheel, the transmission might downshift instead.

This bulletin applies to 2014-2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with a 6.2L supercharged Hemi or 6.4L Hemi engine. When trying to upshift using the paddle shifter on the steering wheel, the transmission might downshift instead.

Replace both the right and left paddle shifter. 

Right paddle shifter............. 5RQ08DX9AD

Left paddle shifter............... 5RQ09DX9AD

About the Author

Information courtesy of Mitchell 1

Information for Technical Service Bulletins comes from ProDemand, Mitchell 1's auto repair information software for domestic and import vehicles. Headquartered in San Diego, Mitchell 1 has provided quality repair information solutions to the automotive industry since 1918.

Mike Mavrigian

Motor Age Editor

Mike Mavrigian has written thousands of automotive technical magazine articles involving a variety of  specialties, from engine building to wheel alignment, and has authored more than a dozen books that crisscross the automotive spectrum. Mike operates Birchwood Automotive, an Ohio shop that builds custom engines and performs vintage vehicle restorations. The shop also features a professional photo studio to document projects and to create images for articles and books.

Sign up for our eNewsletters
Get the latest news and updates

Voice Your Opinion!

To join the conversation, and become an exclusive member of Vehicle Service Pros, create an account today!