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2022 Jeep Cherokee: Complaints, Recalls & Known Issues
What the public record actually says about the 2022 Jeep Cherokee — every figure below is a NHTSA or EPA number, not an opinion.
The read
Middle-of-the-pack complaint volume for SUV.
Owners filed 44 NHTSA complaints — fewer complaints than 51% of 2022 SUVs. Power Train leads the reports (50%). 3 safety recall campaigns on record — check the VIN and remedy terms with a dealer.
Based on NHTSA complaint volume against 2022 SUVs, not adjusted for how many were sold. It describes the model year, not the individual car you are looking at.
Complaints filed
44
Reports to NHTSA, 2022
Safety recalls
3
NHTSA campaigns on record
NHTSA crash test
Overall NCAP rating
Combined MPG
24
EPA estimate
Complaint volume vs. segment peers
Fewer complaints than 51% of 2022 SUVs
The bar is this car's percentile among 2022 SUVs by complaint volume — a full bar means the fewest complaints in its class. Not adjusted for sales.
Known issues
Power Train issues lead owner complaints (50% of 44 reports), followed by electrical system (11%).
+ 4 more component categories with fewer reports.
Share of all 44 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11749035, ODI 11745224, ODI 11738148, ODI 11736878, ODI 11721152.
Recalls(3)
Open a recall to read what NHTSA says is wrong, what can happen, and how it gets fixed. Check the VIN and remedy eligibility with a dealer; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though a manufacturer may offer more coverage.
Power TrainJul 2026 · 26V290000Details +Close −
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The power transfer unit (PTU) may fail.
Risk: A failed PTU may result in a loss of drive power or vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: The remedy is currently under development. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk are expected to be mailed June 25, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy becomes available. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 40D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 14, 2026.
Air BagsAug 2024 · 24V516000Details +Close −
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. An improperly secured connector for the right-side curtain air bag may prevent the air bag from deploying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 214, "Side Impact Protection" and 226, "Ejection Mitigation."
Risk: An air bag that does not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will secure the connector, free of charge. All vehicles have been remedied. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 71B.
Exterior Lighting · 24V239000Details +Close −
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The turn signal self-canceling feature may not function properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: Turn signals that do not function properly may fail to indicate the driver's intention to change vehicle direction, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the steering column control module as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 8, 2024. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 24B.
A campaign can apply to this model year without being incomplete on a specific vehicle. Check the VIN with NHTSA or a dealer to confirm whether a particular car needs repair.
Investigations
0 NHTSA investigations on record
No investigations are on record as of Jul 2026. An empty record is not a clean bill of health.
Crash-test ratings
2022 Jeep Cherokee SUV FWD NHTSA source
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- Rollover
2022 Jeep Cherokee SUV AWD NHTSA source
- Overall
- Frontal
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- Rollover
Fuel economy by trim
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cherokee FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic 9-spd | 23 | 31 | 26 |
| Cherokee FWD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic 9-spd | 22 | 31 | 25 |
| Cherokee 4WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 9-spd | 21 | 29 | 24 |
| Cherokee 4WD | 2.0L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 9-spd | 21 | 29 | 24 |
| Cherokee FWD | 3.2L 6-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic 9-spd | 20 | 29 | 23 |
| Cherokee 4WD | 3.2L 6-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 9-spd | 19 | 27 | 22 |
| Cherokee Trailhawk 4WD | 3.2L 6-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 9-spd | 18 | 24 | 21 |
EPA laboratory estimates by trim and engine. Actual mileage varies with driving, weather, load, and maintenance. EPA source.
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2022 Jeep Cherokee: frequently asked
What does the complaint record show for the 2022 Jeep Cherokee?
Owners filed 44 NHTSA complaints about the 2022 Jeep Cherokee — fewer complaints than 51% of comparable 2022 SUVs, so it sits toward the stronger end of its class. That's a signal, not a guarantee about any single car.
What are the most common problems on the 2022 Jeep Cherokee?
The most-reported problem areas are Power Train (50% of complaints) and electrical system (11%).
How many recalls does the 2022 Jeep Cherokee have?
3 recalls have been issued that affect the 2022 Jeep Cherokee, covering components such as power train. Check the VIN with NHTSA and ask a dealer to confirm remedy eligibility; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though manufacturers may offer more coverage.
What gas mileage does the 2022 Jeep Cherokee get?
The EPA rates the 2022 Jeep Cherokee between 21 and 26 mpg combined, depending on trim and drivetrain.