2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee: Is It Reliable?
Problems, Recalls & Buyer Verdict
Shopping for a used 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Current data includes 342 complaints, with Electrical Faults as the top reported area.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee has 342 owner complaints, 13 crash-related complaints, and 10 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Electrical Faults. NHTSA reliability signal: Severe Issues.
- Make
- Jeep
- Model
- Grand Cherokee
- Model year
- 2022
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 342
- Crash-related complaints
- 13
- Safety recall campaigns
- 10
- Top reported component
- Electrical Faults
- Reliability signal
- Severe Issues
Most Common 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee Problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Electrical Faults
Engine Problems
Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB
Complaint patterns center on Electrical Faults, Engine Problems, Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Should You Buy a Used 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
The 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase.
Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report.
What to Check Before Buying a Used 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Inspection Focus
- Inspect electrical systems, including infotainment and sensors, for proper operation.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for reported components like engine and transmission.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle, focusing on electrical and AEB systems.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect electrical systems, including infotainment and sensors, for proper operation.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for reported components like engine and transmission.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle, focusing on electrical and AEB systems.
Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.
Before buying a used 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, theft checks, and open recalls for the exact vehicle.
What the Complaint Data Suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
Complaints for the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee are concentrated in electrical faults, with 155 reports, followed by engine problems and forward collision avoidance issues. Crash-related complaints are relatively low at 13 out of 342 total complaints. The data suggests potential concerns with electrical systems and advanced driver assistance features.
- Electrical faults account for the highest number of complaints (155) among all components.
- Engine problems are the second most reported issue with 68 complaints.
- Forward collision avoidance (AEB) has 61 complaints, indicating possible system malfunctions.
- Electrical Faults: 155 complaints, suggesting widespread issues with vehicle electronics.
- Engine Problems: 68 complaints, indicating potential powertrain reliability concerns.
- Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB: 61 complaints, pointing to possible false activations or failures.
All 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee Complaints by Category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Faults | 155 | 1 | β | β | |
| Engine Problems | 68 | 3 | β | β | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 61 | 3 | β | β | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 51 | 1 | β | β | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 48 | 2 | β | β | |
| Steering Defects | 46 | 3 | β | β | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 38 | 1 | β | β | |
| Suspension Failures | 26 | 2 | β | β | |
| Brake System | 22 | 4 | β | β | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 18 | 3 | β | β | |
| Lane Departure | 18 | β | β | β | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 9 | 3 | β | β | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 7 | β | β | β | |
| Back Over Prevention | 7 | β | β | β | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 6 | β | β | β | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 5 | β | β | β | |
| Wheel Issues | 4 | 1 | β | β | |
| Structural Problems | 3 | β | β | β | |
| Parking-Brake Issues | 2 | β | β | β | |
| Tire Issues | 2 | β | β | β | |
| Equipment | 2 | β | β | β | |
| Hybrid Propulsion System | 1 | β | β | β | |
| Fuel System | 1 | β | β | β | |
| Gasoline | 1 | β | β | β | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 1 | β | β | β | |
| Door Lock Issues | 1 | β | β | β | |
| Child Seat | 1 | β | β | β | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 1 | β | β | β | |
| Visibility | 1 | β | β | β |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
Real Owner Complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Type a keyword (e.g. βtransmissionβ, βstallingβ, βbrakesβ) to filter.
This is a major safety risk. While driving in the left lane of the highway the car abruptly turned off and gave a "Service hybrid required" type of message. My husband was almost hit by a truck. We have been trying for MONTHS to get the recall corrected, but the Worcester, MA deaβ¦
Hybrid battery system, still don't have heat after 2 years of car ownership. Not to mention the hybrid battery failure rate, I've driven several times and the vehicle will just have no power. I bring it to the dealership almost monthly and they always have some excuse. The vehicβ¦
The contact owns a 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V741000 (Electrical System). During the visit, the 12-Volt battery failed, even though there were no prior issues with the vehicle. The dealer stated thaβ¦
I am a former Transmission Calibration Engineer at Stellantis, so I know what I'm talking about. I experienced an engine stall event while coasting down in speed. I was in town, driving about 30 mph, and coasting (0% pedal). I lightly applied the brakes and while the vehicle wβ¦
The right PTU has failed out of nowhere causing a very loud pop and then grinding when driven. The vehicle was inspected by the jeep dealership last week to find that that was the issue. There was no warning or symptoms prior to the problem. The safety risk is evident in that it β¦
Lumbar support in driver seat noted to be randomly inflating and deflating while driving & over weekend the lumbar support had completely inflated and misshaped with the lumbar rounded out so much that is was extremely uncomfortable to drive, and the seat back noted to be detachβ¦
Went to turn left at barely 5mph and steering locked up with my front wheels pushed outside of wheel well (driver wheel, passenger is facing in), causing a collision. Steering wheel wonβt turn at all now.
I received the following from the dealer when taking my car in for a suspension repair. Stellantis (Jeep) is trying to charge for software bug updates after warranty when the fixes were not available and also the without the fixes it could leave the car inoperable. Most of these β¦
I am reporting a safety-related problem involving a 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe, VIN [XXX] . Dealership records reflect hybrid / charging-related failure, including a documented βservice hybrid system message and vehicle will not charge,β repeated recall-related PHEV / high-volβ¦
The vehicle experienced a hybrid system/charging failure documented by the servicing dealership as βservice hybrid system message and vehicle will not charge.β The vehicle also had battery-related failure requiring a jump and repeated service visits. This caused loss of use and rβ¦
This is the third time that my jeep has completely shut off with no warning and in the middle of traffic. I am unable to turn on any hazard lights. The power goes completely out, and I am unable to put the car in neutral or anything to be safe. I have reported this issue in the pβ¦
See attached document for complaint.
I would like to file a complaint against Jeep. I drive a 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4XE with 16,000 miles. While driving to the Store, the electronic parking brake engaged while driving. This caused braking system damage. Jeep / Manufacturer are refusing to reimburse me. The tβ¦
Exhaust small in cabin. Exhaust manifolds leaking pulling exhaust into the cabin through the climate system. When the recirculation is turned on, then the smell is not present. When the recirculation is off then the exhaust smell is strong inside the cabin. The exhaust in the cabβ¦
The contact owns a 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle and shifting into park(P), the parking brake independently activated. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact manually disengaged the parking brake to start the vehicle. Thβ¦
Front passenger head restraint deployed without any accident or reason. Just deployed without cause snapping a plastic bracket so it canβt be manually pushed back into place you have to purchase the entire component. The other oddity is the piece that you need to replace in questβ¦
The electronic steering quit working at 55 mph, I was very hard to steer afterwards, there wear other indicator lights besides the steering warning light, I will add a picture of them. I did already do a report but have pictures to show the problem. I kept the core to figure out β¦
The Forward Collision Warning (FCW) and Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) systems on my 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee are consistently failing to operate as intended, creating a significant safety hazard Symptoms include: System Inactivity: The FCW fails to alert or provide braking asβ¦
Issue 1: After several recalls - the battery issue still remains. Often not kicking in and leaving a power deficit (loss of motive power). The gap is short, but when low speed on battery and you push the accellerator to merge/turn, etc. and there is a delay - it can cause an acciβ¦
The contact owns a 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V741000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer and was left for several months waitingβ¦
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee Recalls
10 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 10 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee Buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee reliable?βΎ
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 342 owner complaints, 13 crash-related complaints, and 10 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee?βΎ
#1: Electrical Faults (155 complaints). #2: Engine Problems (68 complaints). #3: Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB (61 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee?βΎ
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee?βΎ
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee, NHTSA complaints include 13 crash-related reports and 0 fire reports out of 342 total complaints. 7 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee have any recalls?βΎ
Yes. 10 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee. A major recall area is BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION. 10 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee?βΎ
The 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report. Pay extra attention to Electrical Faults during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Jeep Grand Cherokee reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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Check the Exact Vehicle History Before You Buy
Model-year complaints and recalls reveal patterns. A VIN report confirms whether the exact car has accident history, title brands, mileage issues, or open recalls.