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U0140 on Jeep

Lost Communication with BCM

Moderate1 Jeep model affected$200-$1,800 typical repairSystem: Electrical
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U0140 on Jeep vehicles indicates lost communication with bcm. Au7o has documented this code across 1 Jeep model — most commonly on Grand Wagoneer. U0140 is a network communication code meaning a module has lost communication with the body control module (BCM) over the vehicle's data bus. The BCM oversees many body and convenience functions — lighting, door locks, windows, wipers, anti-theft, and gateway communications — so losing contact with it can cause a wide range of seemingly unrelated electrical problems and warning lights. This is typically a wiring, connector, power/ground, or bus fault, or a failure of the BCM itself. Because the BCM often acts as a communication hub, this code can appear alongside other 'lost communication' codes. Typical repair costs on Jeep range from $200 to $1,800, depending on the specific model and root cause.

Common Causes of U0140

  • •Loss of power or ground to the BCM
  • •CAN/data bus wiring damage, short, or open circuit
  • •Corroded, loose, or damaged BCM connectors
  • •Blown fuse feeding the BCM
  • •Failed body control module
  • •Water intrusion or corrosion in the harness
  • •Another module faulting the shared data bus

U0140 on Jeep by Model

Jeep Grand Wagoneer(1 issue)

  • Second-Row Power Seat Memory Malfunction / Seat Fails to Return to Position2021-2024

    The second-row captain's chairs equipped with power adjustment and memory functions on Grand Wagoneer L and standard models have been reported to fail to return to memorized positions or become entirely non-operational. The seat position memory module loses stored settings after a battery event, and the seat track actuator motors can bind in the rearmost position, blocking third-row access. Owner complaints on forums and NHTSA describe seats that move to a position and stop mid-travel, or refuse to respond to the Easy Entry function.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does U0140 mean on Jeep?▼

U0140 stands for "Lost Communication with BCM." U0140 is a network communication code meaning a module has lost communication with the body control module (BCM) over the vehicle's data bus. The BCM oversees many body and convenience functions — lighting, door locks, windows, wipers, anti-theft, and gateway communications — so losing contact with it can cause a wide range of seemingly unrelated electrical problems and warning lights. This is typically a wiring, connector, power/ground, or bus fault, or a failure of the BCM itself. Because the BCM often acts as a communication hub, this code can appear alongside other 'lost communication' codes. On Jeep specifically, this code is documented across 1 model.

What causes U0140 on Jeep vehicles?▼

Common causes on Jeep: Loss of power or ground to the BCM, CAN/data bus wiring damage, short, or open circuit, Corroded, loose, or damaged BCM connectors, Blown fuse feeding the BCM, Failed body control module. Specific causes vary by model and year — see the per-model sections below.

How much does it cost to fix U0140 on a Jeep?▼

Repair costs on Jeep range from $200 to $1,800, depending on the specific model and root cause.

Which Jeep models have U0140 documented?▼

Au7o has documented U0140 on 1 Jeep model: Grand Wagoneer.

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