P0887 on JEEP CHEROKEE — TCM Power Relay Control Circuit High

Q: "What does P0887 mean on a JEEP CHEROKEE?"

"P0887 indicates: TCM Power Relay Control Circuit High. This is a transmission code. 12 JEEP CHEROKEE owners have reported this to NHTSA."

Q: "What are the most common causes of P0887 on JEEP CHEROKEE?"

"Based on 12 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Power Train, Electrical System,Vehicle Speed Control, Power Train,Electrical System,Vehicle Speed Control. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints."

Q: "Is P0887 serious on my JEEP CHEROKEE?"

"Of 12 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 P0887?"

"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 P0887 Means on Your JEEP CHEROKEE

P0887 is a diagnostic trouble code indicating: TCM Power Relay Control Circuit High. This code relates to the transmission system. The vehicle's computer detected a condition outside normal operating parameters and stored this code.

12 JEEP CHEROKEE owners have reported this issue to NHTSA across model years 2014-2016. Most reports come from the 2016, 2014 model years. The most commonly reported component is Power Train (58.3% of reports).

Real JEEP CHEROKEE Owner Reports

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database

"Transmission electronically shifted from drive to manual, while in traffic, three times so far. service transmission, service emergency brake, traction control off, and mil illuminated(code p0887 stored). software updates preformed in july."

— 2014 JEEP CHEROKEE owner · POWER TRAIN · Filed 07/15/2016

"On two occasions the following sequence of events have happened. 1. "check engine" light appears. message reads "service transmission". 2. immediately transmission no longer responds. 3. turn off vehicle. upon restarting "check engine" light remains on but vehicle returns to functioning normally."

— 2015 JEEP CHEROKEE owner · POWER TRAIN · Filed 11/18/2016

"This problem started 3 o 4 day after I got the car from the dealer, I was driven to my work in highway 70 lonoke Arkansas and suddenly my car started to shift back and started to lose velocity and others cars started to pass me, was very scary ,I took the car to the dealer and they told me, they d"

— 2016 JEEP CHEROKEE owner · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL · Filed 02/08/2023

"My wife, while traveling on the interstate (I35), had a service transmission and engine light come on. The car immediately decreased in speed and performance and became undrivable at highway speeds, She had to limp to the next exit and call and wait for AAA."

— 2016 JEEP CHEROKEE owner · POWER TRAIN · Filed 06/26/2021

"On 01/16/2021 i was driving the jeep at highway speeds when suddenly the transmission would not shift from 4th to 5th and my accelerator peddle was unresponsive."

— 2016 JEEP CHEROKEE owner · POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL · Filed 01/16/2021

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

📊 Complaint Trend by Model Year

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'14

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'15

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'16

Common Causes on JEEP CHEROKEE

Based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

POWER TRAIN 58.3%

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 8.3%

POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 8.3%

POWER TRAIN,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE 8.3%

UNKNOWN or OTHER 8.3%

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 P0887 mean on a JEEP CHEROKEE? ▾

P0887 indicates: TCM Power Relay Control Circuit High. This is a transmission code. 12 JEEP CHEROKEE owners have reported this to NHTSA.

What are the most common causes of P0887 on JEEP CHEROKEE? ▾

Based on 12 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Power Train, Electrical System,Vehicle Speed Control, Power Train,Electrical System,Vehicle Speed Control. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints.

Is P0887 serious on my JEEP CHEROKEE? ▾

Of 12 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 P0887? ▾

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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