2022 Jeep Grand Wagoneer Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
AvoidComplaint Index
100/100
#1 most-complained of 4 Grand Wagoneer years
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
The 2022 Jeep Grand Wagoneer has 59 NHTSA complaints, 10 recalls, and a complaint index of 100, the highest of the 4 model years with data, ranking it worst (rank 1) with an Avoid verdict relative to other years.
- Complaints
- 59
- Recalls
- 10
- Crashes / fires
- 2 / 1
- Injuries / deaths
- 6 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 16
- 13.5 city / 19.5 hwy
Top 2022 Jeep Grand Wagoneer problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Electrical System22 (37%)
- Engine12 (20%)
- Steering12 (20%)
- Structure & Body12 (20%)
- Brakes9 (15%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras8 (14%)
- Transmission & Powertrain8 (14%)
- Other5 (8%)
- Visibility & Wipers5 (8%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires4 (7%)
What owners report
- Electrical system failures include a reported fire while parked and unexpected shutdowns while driving at low speed.
- Some vehicles locked into 4WD low unexpectedly and would not disengage while driving with passengers aboard.
- Owners describe the vehicle abruptly decelerating from highway speed while swaying side to side, resembling an unwanted lane-keeping intervention even with the feature turned off.
- Brakes reportedly went to the floor after hitting a pothole, with ABS, traction control, and check engine warning lights illuminating at the same time.
- The hood unexpectedly popped open and struck the windshield at highway speed due to a locking mechanism failure.
- Steering assist was reported to fail completely, leaving the vehicle unable to be steered, and one engine reportedly failed and produced white smoke around 15,000 miles.
2022 Jeep Grand Wagoneer recalls
10 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 26V584000Sep 10, 2026Structure & Body97,349 vehicles
Structure:body:roof and pillars
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Jeep Wagoneer, 2022-2026 Jeep Grand Wagoneer, 2023-2025 Jeep Wagoneer L, and 2023-2026 Jeep Grand Wagoneer L vehicles. The pivot bolts for the roof rack crossbars may not have been tightened properly, allowing them to detach.
Risk: Detached roof rack crossbars can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the roof rack crossbar pivot bolts, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, are expected to be mailed October 8, 2026. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 81D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 17, 2026.
- NHTSA 25V642000Sep 25, 2025Structure & Body123,396 vehicles
Structure:exterior trim
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Jeep Wagoneer and Jeep Grand Wagoneer vehicles. The quarter trim on the driver and passenger windows may not have been properly secured, which can allow it to detach.
Risk: Detached trim pieces can create a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the quarter window glass assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning February 19, 2026. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 88C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 2, 2025.
- NHTSA 25V593000Sep 11, 2025Structure & Body163,735 vehicles
Structure:exterior trim
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Jeep Wagoneer and Jeep Grand Wagoneer vehicles. The trim on the driver and passenger doors may not have been installed properly, which can allow it to detach.
Risk: Detached trim pieces can create a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the door trim, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 25, 2025. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 77C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 18, 2025.
2022 Jeep Grand Wagoneer fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 13.5 MPG
- Highway
- 19.5 MPG
- Combined
- 16 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $5,000
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Premium
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2022 compared with other Grand Wagoneer years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2022 Jeep Grand Wagoneer reliable?
- Among the 4 model years with data, 2022 has the highest complaint index (100) and ranks worst, with 59 complaints and 10 recalls, giving it an Avoid verdict relative to the other years.
- What are the biggest problem areas for the 2022 Grand Wagoneer?
- NHTSA data shows Electrical System issues lead with 22 complaints (37% share), including one fire and one crash, followed by Engine and Steering, each with 12 complaints (20% share).
- Does the 2022 Jeep Grand Wagoneer have recalls?
- NHTSA lists 10 recalls for the 2022 Grand Wagoneer covering structure and body trim, seat belts, collision avoidance software, and radio/backup camera software, though none are do-not-drive recalls.
- How does the 2022 Grand Wagoneer compare to later years?
- The complaint index drops sharply after 2022: 67 for 2023 (Caution), 33 for 2024 (Good), and 0 for 2025, indicating fewer reported problems in newer model years.
- At what mileage do 2022 Grand Wagoneer problems typically show up?
- Median mileage at failure across this model year is 32,500 miles, though Engine and Transmission issues had a lower median of 17,999.5 miles.