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2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
The 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee is worse than average by owner complaints: 379 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 135, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about electrical, it has 24 recalls, and it gets 17 to 23 mpg combined. The best Jeep Grand Cherokee year is 2010.
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 488 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Jeep Grand Cherokee year. 2022 is highlighted. Lower is better.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
When owners reported problems. From owner complaints to the government.
Most owners who filed a complaint with NHTSA had 6K to 40K miles on the car (51 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
- electrical complaints mostly came at 7K–37K miles
Recalls 24
- suspension 2026
The rear coil springs may be incorrectly installed and detach from the vehicle while driving.
- transmission & drivetrain 2026
A software error may cause the transmission gear selection indicator not to display.
- airbags 2026
A software error in the occupant restraint controller module may cause the delayed deployment of the side air bags during a crash.
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- suspension 2026
The rear coil springs may be incorrectly installed and detach from the vehicle while driving.
- electrical 2025
The high voltage battery may fail internally and lead to a vehicle fire while parked or driving.
- electrical 2025
A software error within the hybrid control processor may result in a loss of drive power.
- equipment 2025
The center stack upper display (DCSD) contains a transistor that may overheat and prevent the rearview camera image from displaying.
- airbags 2024
An improperly secured connector for the front seat side air bags (SAB) may prevent the air bags from deploying.
- electrical 2024
The high voltage battery may fail internally and lead to a vehicle fire while parked or driving.
- back over prevention 2024
The radio software may prevent the rearview image from displaying.
- back over prevention 2024
An improperly connected coaxial cable may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying.
- suspension 2024
The upper control arm ball joint and steering knuckle may separate and cause the wheel to fall outward, resulting in a loss of vehicle control.
- visibility 2024
A hybrid control processor (HCP) software error may cause the defrosting and defogging system to be inoperative.
- back over prevention 2023
The Central Vision Park Assist module (CVPAM) software may prevent the rearview image from displaying when the vehicle is placed in reverse.
- suspension 2023
The rear coil springs may have been incorrectly installed and detach from the vehicle while driving.
- engine 2023
The engine may shut down due to a loss of communication between the transmission control module and the hybrid control processor.
- steering 2023
An incorrectly assembled steering column intermediate shaft may disconnect from the u-joint, and result in a loss of steering control.
- equipment 2023
The air bag warning label may be missing from the dashboard.
- lights 2022
The tail light side marker assemblies may be damaged and not illuminate.
- lights 2022
The vehicle's hazard lights may flash when the brake pedal is applied.
- engine 2022
The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve may stick open, resulting in an unexpected loss of drive power.
- lights 2022
Due to a software programming error, any failure with the turn signals would not be communicated to the driver.
- child seat 2022
These vehicles may have been built with a missing weld from the seat back frame to the child seat tether anchorage.
- steering 2022
The steering gear rack bar may have been insufficiently hardened during manufacturing, possibly allowing it to bind within the steering rack, and resulting in difficulty steering or a loss of steering control.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Problems Jeep told dealers about
Jeep sent dealers 1171 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), Electronic Stability Lamp (ESC) Warning Lamps on, No Start,…
- Central ADAS Decision Module (CADM), Advanced Driver Assist System (ADAS), Lane Assist…
- Buzz, Squeak Or Rattle (BSR) From Steering Wheel Area While Turning
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Government investigations
- OpenRecall 23v-413 post remedy failures2025
- ClosedPedestrian alert sounds2023
NHTSA looks into a problem when enough owners report it. Many end in a recall.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jeep Grand Cherokee SUV 4WD | not rated | ★★★★★ | not rated | not rated |
| Jeep Grand Cherokee SUV 2WD | not rated | ★★★★★ | not rated | not rated |
| Jeep Grand Cherokee L SUV 4WD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Jeep Grand Cherokee L SUV 2WD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $2800–4350 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 2.0L 4-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl.
In owners' words
While driving on the highway the vechile showed a hybrid error on dashboard then completely shut down. In order to move I had to stop and restart the car.
2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee owner · NHTSA complaint 11674790
More owner reports
Car has a defective hybrid battery that is unrepairable by manufacturer and the vehicle will turn off while driving
NHTSA complaint 11674961
While driving all warning lights were activated and power steering completely failed. The vehicle was in drive and fully charged
NHTSA complaint 11694071
Quick answers
Is the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee reliable?
No, it is worse than average by government complaints. It drew 1.4× the average car's complaints filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 135; 100 is average, lower is better). The best Jeep Grand Cherokee year by this measure is 2010.
What are the most common 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are electrical (41%), automatic emergency braking (28%) and steering (15%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee have?
24 safety recalls (latest: suspension). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee get?
17 to 23 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee safe?
NHTSA gave it 5 out of 5 stars overall in its best tested version. Ratings differ by body style, and the full table is on the advanced page.
At what mileage do 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee problems start?
Half of the owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 6,600 and 40,000 miles. The middle report was at 24,000 miles, from 51 complaints.
Does the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues make up 13% of its owner complaints.
How much does the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee cost in fuel a year?
About $2800 to $4350 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee have?
2.0L 4-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl.
What Jeep Grand Cherokee year is better than the 2022?
By owner complaints per car sold, the best recent years are 2010, 2019 and 2020.
Lemon Index = safety complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model year. 100 is average; lower is better. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works