2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee Transmission & Powertrain Problems
Owners filed 36 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 14% of its 260 total complaints, with a median failure mileage of 50,089. A related recall (26V413000) addresses a software error affecting the transmission gear selection indicator.
- Transmission & Powertrain complaints
- 36
- 14% of 260
- Crashes reported
- 1
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Median mileage
- 50,089 mi
- Related recalls
- 1
Typical transmission symptoms owners report
- Vehicles in reverse produce a loud metallic grinding noise and a vibration through the floorboard immediately when backing up.
- Owners of hybrid (4xe) models report sudden loss of motive power while driving, sometimes at highway speeds, paired with a 'Service Hybrid Electric Vehicle System' warning light.
- Some vehicles lose all power and coast to a stop, requiring the vehicle to be turned off and restarted before power returns.
- Drivers report the vehicle dying mid-drive with the accelerator pedal unresponsive, sometimes needing a tow after repeated dealer visits failed to resolve the issue.
- Warning lights indicating powertrain failure illuminate unexpectedly during driving, with some vehicles requiring repeated dealer visits without a permanent fix.
- One owner described a persistent, unresolved vibration issue that required seven separate warranty service visits over 89 days.
When 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee transmission complaints were filed
First complaint Jun 20, 2023, latest Jul 20, 2026.
Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee
- NHTSA 26V413000Jun 30, 2026Transmission & Powertrain7 vehicles
Power train:automatic transmission:gear position indication (prndl)
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 2023 Jeep Wagoneer, 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee L, and Jeep Wagoneer L vehicles. 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."
Risk: A missing gear selection indicator may lead to unintended vehicle movement or a vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the shifter module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 20, 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 30D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning July 9, 2026.
Transmission & Powertrain 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 transmission complaints does the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee have?
- NHTSA lists 36 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee, which makes up 14% of the 260 total complaints filed for this model year.
- Is there a transmission recall for the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
- Yes. Recall 26V413000 covers a software error that can cause the transmission gear selection indicator to display incorrectly; dealers update the shifter module software free of charge.
- At what mileage do transmission problems typically show up?
- NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 50,089 miles for Transmission & Powertrain complaints on this model year.
- Are the transmission issues dangerous?
- NHTSA records show 1 crash and 0 fires linked to Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee, with no reported injuries.
- How does 2022 compare to other Grand Cherokee years for transmission complaints?
- The 2022 model's 14% share of complaints in this area is lower than peak years like 2015 (26%) and 2016 (25%), but similar to 2019 (12%) and 2024 (12%).