P0520 on JEEP CHEROKEE — Engine Oil Pressure Sensor/Switch A Circuit

Q: "What does P0520 mean on a JEEP CHEROKEE?"

"P0520 indicates: Engine Oil Pressure Sensor/Switch A Circuit. This is a vehicle speed and idle control code. 6 JEEP CHEROKEE owners have reported this to NHTSA."

Q: "What are the most common causes of P0520 on JEEP CHEROKEE?"

"Based on 6 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Engine, Electrical System,Wheels,Engine, Fuel/Propulsion System. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints."

Q: "Is P0520 serious on my JEEP CHEROKEE?"

"Of 6 NHTSA reports for this code on JEEP CHEROKEE, none involved a crash or fire. However, any diagnostic code should be evaluated by a qualified mechanic."

Q: "What should I do if my JEEP CHEROKEE shows P0520?"

"1) Check for recalls on your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2) Get a professional diagnosis — a code alone doesn't identify the exact failed part. 3) Get 2-3 repair estimates to compare."

What P0520 Means on Your JEEP CHEROKEE

P0520 is a diagnostic trouble code indicating: Engine Oil Pressure Sensor/Switch A Circuit. This code relates to the vehicle speed and idle control system. The vehicle's computer detected a condition outside normal operating parameters and stored this code.

6 JEEP CHEROKEE owners have reported this issue to NHTSA across model years 2014. Most reports come from the 2014 model year. The most commonly reported component is Engine (50.0% of reports).

Real JEEP CHEROKEE Owner Reports

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database

"Myself - along with THOUSANDS are having the dreaded P0520 Code come on!!! There is a TSB (HAS BEEN ONE FOR 7 YEARS) for this problem! Yet, since it seems to fail right out of warranty - THOUSANDS are being affected."

— 2014 JEEP CHEROKEE owner · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,WHEELS,ENGINE · Filed 07/01/2021

"Check engine light gave a code p0520 so an oil pressure switch was installed and a front crank seal so that was replaced at vehicle mileage 51,722. 2014 trailhawk still leaking oil so oil pan gasket repaired. still leaking oil so different mechanic ordered an oil filter housin component to fix."

— 2014 JEEP CHEROKEE owner · FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · Filed 05/06/2020

"Engine oil pressure sensor/switch is circuit is malfunction. (obd fault code p0520 ) keeps on going on for a few days then off for for a few days. even right after an oil change performed by the dealer. this have been ongoing for about the past 2 years. approx."

— 2014 JEEP CHEROKEE owner · ENGINE · Filed 07/01/2018

"I purchased my car on 10/1/19 with 98,000 miles. a few short days later my car started driving horrible. shaking,bucking, jerking, hesitating to accelerate and shift and my engine light came on while driving, scanned it and was showing p0520 oil pressure sensor. that was replaced."

— 2014 JEEP CHEROKEE owner · UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · Filed 01/21/2020

"Check engine light came on. had computer scanned. code p0520 engine oil sensor failure was detected. called jeep warranty department and they said the repair was not covered by powertrain warranty. this sensor is located under the plenum and intake manifold which bolts to the engine heads."

— 2014 JEEP CHEROKEE owner · ENGINE · Filed 11/11/2018

All reports filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.

📊 Complaint Trend by Model Year

6

'14

Common Causes on JEEP CHEROKEE

Based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

ENGINE 50%

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,WHEELS,ENGINE 16.7%

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 16.7%

UNKNOWN or OTHER,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 16.7%

What To Do Next

1
Check for recalls on YOUR VIN
Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your VIN. If your vehicle is covered, repairs are free.
2
Get a proper diagnosis
A code alone doesn't tell you the exact failed part. A diagnostic at a shop ($50–$150) pinpoints the root cause before you spend money on parts.
3
Compare repair quotes
Get 2–3 quotes. Dealer vs. independent shop prices often differ 30–50% for the same repair.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does P0520 mean on a JEEP CHEROKEE? ▾

P0520 indicates: Engine Oil Pressure Sensor/Switch A Circuit. This is a vehicle speed and idle control code. 6 JEEP CHEROKEE owners have reported this to NHTSA.

What are the most common causes of P0520 on JEEP CHEROKEE? ▾

Based on 6 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Engine, Electrical System,Wheels,Engine, Fuel/Propulsion System. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints.

Is P0520 serious on my JEEP CHEROKEE? ▾

Of 6 NHTSA reports for this code on JEEP CHEROKEE, none involved a crash or fire. However, any diagnostic code should be evaluated by a qualified mechanic.

What should I do if my JEEP CHEROKEE shows P0520? ▾

1) Check for recalls on your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2) Get a professional diagnosis — a code alone doesn't identify the exact failed part. 3) Get 2-3 repair estimates to compare.

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