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2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee Problems

What owners have reported about the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee, which problems come up most, at what mileage, and which recalls to check.

From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.

Is the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee a good year?

It's one of the better years for the Grand Cherokee. Owners have filed 263 complaints with NHTSA, the 13th most of 19 Grand Cherokee model years. The most reported problems involve the electrical system, engine and emergency braking system.

263 complaints 13 recalls, 1 park outside 13th worst of 19 Grand Cherokee years

Top 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee problems

1

Electrical problems

129 complaints (49%) name the electrical system, most often the hybrid management.

Complaints 129 · Usually at 10,000–29,000 miles · Recall 25V741000, 25V576000

2

Engine problems

50 complaints (19%) name the engine.

Complaints 50 · Usually at 21,000–24,000 miles

3

Emergency braking problems

46 complaints (18%) name the emergency braking system, most often the warnings and automatic emergency braking.

Complaints 46

4

Fuel system problems

41 complaints (16%) name the fuel system.

Complaints 41

Which parts fail most

Share of complaints that name each system. One complaint can name several.

Engine 19%
Emergency Braking 18%
Fuel System 16%
Unknown or Other 14%
Transmission 14%
Steering 9%
Suspension 8%
Brakes 5%
Acceleration 5%

Mileage when it failed

Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (22 of 263). The amber line is the middle value, about 28,000 miles.

When problems were reported

Complaints by the year the problem happened.

2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee recalls

Coil springs

The rear coil springs may be incorrectly installed and detach from the vehicle while driving. Rear coil springs that detach from the vehicle while driving increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the rear coil spring lower isolators, free of charge. This recall replaces NHTSA recall numbers 26V051 and 23V413.

Recall 26V562000 · Sep 2026

Gear position indication (PRNDL)

A software error may cause the transmission gear selection indicator not to display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 102, "Transmission shift lever sequence, starter interlock, and transmission braking effect." A missing gear selection indicator may lead to unintended vehicle movement or a vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will update the shifter module software, free of charge.

Recall 26V413000 · Jun 2026

Software

A software error in the occupant restraint controller module may cause the delayed deployment of the side air bags during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 214, "Side Impact Protection." Delayed air bag deployment during a crash increases the risk of injury.

Fix: Dealers will update the occupant restraint controller module software, free of charge.

Recall 26V328000 · May 2026

Coil springs

The rear coil springs may be incorrectly installed and detach from the vehicle while driving. Rear coil springs that detach from the vehicle while driving increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and repair the rear coil spring assembly, as necessary, free of charge. This recall replaces NHTSA recall number 23V413.

Recall 26V051000 · Jan 2026

Traction battery

Park outside

The high voltage battery may fail internally and lead to a vehicle fire while parked or driving. A vehicle fire can increase the risk of injury.

Fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures and not to charge their vehicles until the remedy is completed. Dealers will update the high voltage battery software, and replace the high voltage battery, as necessary, free of charge.

Recall 25V741000 · Oct 2025

Propulsion system

Can stall

A software error within the hybrid control processor may result in a loss of drive power. A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will update the hybrid control processer software, free of charge.

Recall 25V576000 · Sep 2025

Video (TOUCH)screen / monitor / unit, Display function

The center stack upper display (DCSD) contains a transistor that may overheat and prevent the rearview camera image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility." A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers replaced the DCSD, free of charge. All affected vehicles have been repaired.

Recall 25V083000 · Feb 2025

Side / window

An improperly secured connector for the front seat side air bags (SAB) may prevent the air bags from deploying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 214, "Side Impact Protection." An air bag that does not deploy during a crash increases the risk of injury.

Fix: Dealers secured the connector, free of charge. All affected vehicles have been remedied.

Recall 24V897000 · Nov 2024

Camera

The radio software may prevent the rearview image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility." A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will update the radio software or the software will be OTA, "Over-The-Air," free of charge. FCA US, LLC's numbers for this recall are 66B and 79B.

Recall 24V436000 · Jun 2024

Camera

An improperly connected coaxial cable may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility." A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of injury or crash.

Fix: Dealers will secure the coaxial cable connection, free of charge. All affected vehicles have been remedied.

Recall 24V289000 · Apr 2024

Upper ball joint, Arm

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. A loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the upper control arm pinch bolts, free of charge.

Recall 24V132000 · Feb 2024

Defroster / defogger / HVAC system

A hybrid control processor (HCP) software error may cause the defrosting and defogging system to be inoperative. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 103, "Windshield Defrosting and Defogging Systems." An inoperative windshield defrosting and defogging system may decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will update the HCP software, free of charge.

Recall 24V111000 · Feb 2024

Display function

The Central Vision Park Assist module (CVPAM) software may prevent the rearview image from displaying when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility." A rearview image that does not display while in reverse decreases the driver's visibility of the rear view, increasing the risk of injury or crash.

Fix: Dealers will update the Central Vision Park Assist Module software, free of charge.

Recall 23V577000 · Aug 2023
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Grand Cherokee years to avoid

Total NHTSA complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so their totals will keep climbing. See the full comparison.

2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee problems by system

Common questions

Is the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee a reliable year?

It's one of the better years for the Grand Cherokee. Owners have filed 263 complaints with NHTSA, the 13th most of 19 Grand Cherokee model years. The most reported problems involve the electrical system, engine and emergency braking system.

What are the most common 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee problems?

Owners most often report problems with the electrical system, engine, emergency braking system and fuel system. 129 complaints (49%) name the electrical system, most often the hybrid management.

At what mileage do 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee electrical system problems start?

Reported mileage ranged widely, but most complaints fell between about 10,000–29,000 miles, with a middle value near 20,000 miles.

How many recalls does the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee have?

13. Coil springs (26V562000); Gear position indication (PRNDL) (26V413000); Software (26V328000). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if the work was done.

Should I buy a used 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee?

Ask for service records covering the electrical system, confirm the recall work was done, and compare with the 2026, 2025 and 2010 models, which have the fewest complaints.

Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports. Counts include each complaint once per model year.