2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee problems
What owners report to NHTSA, grouped by component, with the recalls that cover them.
NHTSA has 444 owner complaints on file for the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee, filed between 2022-02-24 and 2026-09-18. The most common problem areas are the electrical system (200, 45%), forward collision avoidance (101, 23%) and engine (74, 17%). Owners reported 16 crashes and 9 injuries in these complaints. NHTSA lists 13 recalls for this model year.
Last updated: · Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases
2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee complaints by component
| Component | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 200 | 45% | 3 | 0 | 2 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 101 | 23% | 3 | 0 | 2 |
| Engine | 74 | 17% | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Power train | 63 | 14% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 54 | 12% | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown or other | 51 | 11% | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Steering | 50 | 11% | 3 | 0 | 2 |
| Suspension | 33 | 7% | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 27 | 6% | 4 | 0 | 2 |
| Vehicle speed control | 21 | 5% | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Lane departure | 20 | 5% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seats | 17 | 4% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Air bags | 15 | 3% | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| Back over prevention | 9 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 9 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint can name several components, so shares can add up to more than 100%. Crashes, fires and injuries are as reported by owners.
The top problem areas, in plain English
Each summary is built from the complaint counts and NHTSA recall notices, not from individual owner stories.
Electrical system: 200 complaints
- 200 complaints of 444 (45%) name the electrical system — wiring, battery and charging, fuses, control modules and in-car electronics.
- 45 of them also name the forward collision avoidance; owners reported 3 crashes and 2 injuries in these complaints.
- 2 NHTSA recalls cover this system on the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee; the latest, campaign 25V741000, says: “The high voltage battery may fail internally and lead to a vehicle fire while parked or driving.”
Forward collision avoidance: 101 complaints
- 101 complaints of 444 (23%) name the forward collision avoidance — forward-collision warning and automatic emergency braking.
- 45 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 3 crashes and 2 injuries in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee covers this system.
Engine: 74 complaints
- 74 complaints of 444 (17%) name the engine.
- 39 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 3 crashes in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee covers this system.
Power train: 63 complaints
- 63 complaints of 444 (14%) name the power train — the transmission, transfer case, driveshafts and axles.
- 27 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 1 crash in these complaints.
- One NHTSA recall covers this system on the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee; the recall, campaign 26V413000, says: “A software error may cause the transmission gear selection indicator not to display.”
Fuel/propulsion system: 54 complaints
- 54 complaints of 444 (12%) name the fuel/propulsion system — the fuel tank, pump, lines, injectors and fuel-system controls.
- 26 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 2 crashes in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee covers this system.
Steering: 50 complaints
- 50 complaints of 444 (11%) name the steering — the steering wheel, column, gear and power-steering assist.
- 13 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 3 crashes and 2 injuries in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee covers this system.
When the complaints were filed
| Year filed | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 33 |
| 2023 | 48 |
| 2024 | 74 |
| 2025 | 186 |
| 2026 | 103 |
What is counted
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the model names GRAND CHEROKEE, GRAND CHEROKEE L, GRAND CHEROKEE PHEV, GRAND CHEROKEE WK, model year 2022. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is NHTSA's confirmed safety defect. See the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee recalls.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee's most common problem areas are the electrical system (200 of 444 complaints), forward collision avoidance (101 of 444 complaints) and engine (74 of 444 complaints).
How many complaints does the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee have?
NHTSA has 444 owner complaints on file for the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee, including 16 reported crashes.
Is there a recall for the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee's problems?
NHTSA lists 13 recalls for the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee; 2 of the top 6 complaint areas have a matching recall. Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN for open recalls.