2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee Suspension, Wheels & Tires Problems
NHTSA lists 23 suspension, wheels & tires complaints for the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 9% of all complaints for the year, with one crash reported. Three related recalls cover rear coil spring detachment and upper control arm ball joint separation, with median failure mileage of 28,889 miles.
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints
- 23
- 9% of 260
- Crashes reported
- 1
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Median mileage
- 28,889 mi
- Related recalls
- 3
Typical suspension symptoms owners report
- Owners report the front upper control arm ball joint separating from the steering knuckle, allowing the wheel to shift outward, tied to recall 24V132000.
- Some describe rear coil springs detaching from the vehicle while driving, addressed by recalls 26V051000 and 26V562000.
- Drivers report the vehicle wobbling or swaying side to side at highway speed without a clear steering input.
- Others describe recurring crunching, thumping, or thud noises from the front suspension, sometimes traced to a sway bar end link or lower control arm bushings that continued after dealer repairs.
- One owner reported the vehicle leaning left and right intermittently with a "Service Air Suspension Soon" message and an illuminated Electronic Stability Control warning light.
- One owner reported a rear lower control arm fracturing suddenly while driving 20 mph, causing the wheel to shift.
When 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee suspension complaints were filed
First complaint Jul 21, 2023, latest Sep 18, 2026.
Suspension, Wheels & Tires recalls for the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee
- NHTSA 26V562000Sep 1, 2026Suspension, Wheels & Tires328,381 vehicles
Suspension:rear:springs:coil springs
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L, 2022-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee, and Jeep Grand Cherokee 4XE vehicles. The rear coil springs may be incorrectly installed and detach from the vehicle while driving.
Risk: Rear coil springs that detach from the vehicle while driving increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear coil spring lower isolators, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, are expected to be mailed September 29, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 89D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 9, 2026. This recall replaces NHTSA recall numbers 26V051 and 23V413. Vehicles already repaired under the previous recalls will need to have the new remedy completed.
- NHTSA 26V051000Jan 29, 2026Suspension, Wheels & Tires80,620 vehicles
Suspension:rear:springs:coil springs
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L and 2022-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. The rear coil springs may be incorrectly installed and detach from the vehicle while driving.
Risk: Rear coil springs that detach from the vehicle while driving increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the rear coil spring assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed February 12, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in March 2026. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 20D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on January 30, 2026. This recall replaces NHTSA recall number 23V413. Vehicles already repaired under the previous recall will need to have the new remedy completed.
- NHTSA 24V132000Feb 22, 2024Suspension, Wheels & Tires338,238 vehicles
Suspension:front:control arm:upper ball joint
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L and 2022-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. 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.
Risk: A loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the upper control arm pinch bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 2, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 10B.
Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints by Grand Cherokee model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How many suspension, wheels & tires complaints does the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee have?
- NHTSA lists 23 complaints in this area for the 2022 model year, which is 9% of all 260 complaints filed for that year.
- Is there a recall for the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee suspension?
- Yes. NHTSA lists three related recalls: 24V132000 for the upper control arm ball joint and steering knuckle, 26V051000 for rear coil spring assembly inspection, and 26V562000 for rear coil spring lower isolator replacement.
- At what mileage do 2022 Grand Cherokee suspension problems typically show up?
- The median reported mileage at failure for this area is 28,889 miles.
- Did any suspension complaints involve a crash?
- NHTSA data shows 1 crash reported among the 23 suspension, wheels & tires complaints for the 2022 Grand Cherokee, with no fires or injuries reported.
- How does 2022 compare to other Grand Cherokee model years for this issue?
- The 2022 model year's 9% share of complaints in this area is higher than most years from 2010 to 2020, which ranged from 2% to 4%, though the 2023 model year is higher still at 17%.