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2022 Jeep Wrangler Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

Caution

Complaint Index

53/100

#8 most-complained of 16 Wrangler years

The 2022 Jeep Wrangler has a Complaint Index of 53 and ranks 8th worst out of 16 model years, earning a Caution verdict. NHTSA logs 396 complaints, 15 recalls, 11 fires, and 13 crashes for this year, led by electrical system issues.

Complaints
396
Recalls
15
Crashes / fires
13 / 11
Injuries / deaths
6 / 0
NHTSA overall rating
Not rated
EPA combined MPG
20.5
19.5 city / 24 hwy

Top 2022 Jeep Wrangler problems

NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Electrical System171 (43%)
  2. Engine106 (27%)
  3. Steering82 (21%)
  4. Fuel System70 (18%)
  5. Other64 (16%)
  6. Transmission & Powertrain63 (16%)
  7. Suspension, Wheels & Tires59 (15%)
  8. Brakes14 (4%)
  9. Collision Avoidance & Cameras7 (2%)
  10. Visibility & Wipers7 (2%)

What owners report

  • Owners report the vehicle unexpectedly accelerating or lurching forward while braking or with a foot already on the brake pedal, sometimes while in regenerative braking mode on the 4xe.
  • Several owners describe sudden fires starting in the engine compartment or fuse box, in some cases while the vehicle was parked and unoccupied.
  • Some complaints describe brakes feeling like they lose grip or require reapplication before the vehicle slows down, occurring at low speed or during traffic stops.
  • One owner reported a vehicle fire following a collision where the front driver's side was damaged and the door became jammed.
  • Owners describe fires occurring hours after parking or after the vehicle sat outside for several days, with no clear warning beforehand.
2022 Jeep Wrangler complaints: complaints filed per quarter782022 Q12022 Q42023 Q32024 Q22025 Q12025 Q42026 Q3
657 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2022 Q1 to 2026 Q3; peak 2024 Q4 (78).

2022 Jeep Wrangler recalls

15 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.

  1. NHTSA 26V363000Jun 4, 2026Steering1,076,999 vehiclesPark Outside

    Steering:hydraulic power assist:pump

    Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Jeep Wrangler, Wrangler 4XE, and Jeep Gladiator vehicles. The electric hydraulic power steering pump wiring may overheat and cause a vehicle fire, even when the vehicle is parked with the ignition in the "Off" position.

    Risk: A vehicle fire increases the risk of injury.

    Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures, until their vehicle is repaired. Dealers will inspect and replace the wiring and electric hydraulic power steering pump, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 9, 2026. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is 21D. The Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on June 11, 2026.

  2. NHTSA 25V741000Oct 30, 2025Electrical System320,068 vehiclesPark Outside

    Electrical system:propulsion system:traction battery

    Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Jeep Wrangler 4Xe and 2022-2026 Grand Cherokee 4Xe vehicles. The high voltage battery may fail internally and lead to a vehicle fire while parked or driving.

    Risk: A vehicle fire can increase the risk of injury.

    Remedy: 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. Some owner notification letters were mailed beginning December 17, 2025. The remaining owner notification letters will be mailed at a later date. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 68C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning November 6, 2025. Vehicles that were previously recalled for the same issue under NHTSA Recalls 24V720 and 23V787 will need to have the new remedy performed.

  3. NHTSA 24V676000Sep 12, 2024Collision Avoidance & Cameras46 vehicles

    Back over prevention: sensing system: camera

    Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2024 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The wiring harness for the rearview camera and the center brake light may short circuit, which can disable the rearview camera image and center brake light. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 111, "Rear Visibility" and 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

    Risk: A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, a center brake light that fails to illuminate can fail to indicate to other drivers that the vehicle is slowing down, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers replaced the harness for the center brake light and rearview camera and/or the spare tire carrier/harness assembly, as necessary, free of charge. All vehicles were repaired by January 15, 2024. Owner notification letters were mailed September 26, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 77B.

See all 15 recalls for the 2022 Jeep Wrangler →

2022 Jeep Wrangler fuel economy and fuel cost

City
19.5 MPG
Highway
24 MPG
Combined
20.5 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA)
$3,250
15,000 mi/yr
Fuel
Regular
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 Wrangler years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)0255075100’10’11’12’13’14’15’16’17’18’19’20’21’22’23’24’25
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2020Caution606091220.5
2021Avoid879341520.5
2022Caution533961520.5
2023Avoid803641420.5
2024Avoid1007251119.5

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2022 Jeep Wrangler reliable?
Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2022 Wrangler has a Complaint Index of 53 and ranks 8th worst among 16 model years, placing it in the Caution category rather than the best or worst extremes.
What is the top problem area for the 2022 Jeep Wrangler?
The Electrical System accounts for 43% of complaints (171 of 396), with a median failure mileage of 30,000 miles and 9 reported fires.
Does the 2022 Jeep Wrangler have recalls?
NHTSA lists 15 recalls affecting the 2022 Wrangler, including issues with the electrical system, transmission, and collision avoidance cameras. None are classified as do-not-drive recalls.
How does the 2022 Wrangler compare to other years?
With a Complaint Index of 53, the 2022 model sits between the worse 2018, 2021, 2023, and 2024 model years (Complaint Index 93, 87, 80, and 100) and the better-performing years like 2017 and 2025.
What is the fuel economy of the 2022 Jeep Wrangler?
The 2022 Wrangler gets 20.5 mpg combined (19.5 city / 24 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,250 according to EPA data.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.