2022 Jeep Cherokee
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
- Complaints
- 49
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Power train
Campaigns on file for 2022
None on file
53% of complaints
Complaints per year
2022: 49 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 1 |
| 1981 | 1 |
| 1982 | 0 |
| 1983 | 0 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1985 | 17 |
| 1986 | 21 |
| 1987 | 57 |
| 1988 | 98 |
| 1989 | 191 |
| 1990 | 275 |
| 1991 | 234 |
| 1992 | 114 |
| 1993 | 418 |
| 1994 | 522 |
| 1995 | 610 |
| 1996 | 447 |
| 1997 | 390 |
| 1998 | 399 |
| 1999 | 366 |
| 2000 | 369 |
| 2001 | 229 |
| 2006 | 17 |
| 2014 | 2,650 |
| 2015 | 1,791 |
| 2016 | 1,411 |
| 2017 | 1,335 |
| 2018 | 685 |
| 2019 | 1,659 |
| 2020 | 314 |
| 2021 | 171 |
| 2022 | 49 |
| 2023 | 3 |
| 2026 | 9 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Power train
53% · 26 reportsShow complaint excerpts
My Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk 2022 got completely and unexpectedly stalled while driving on a highway without any type of warning.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-19
Previously reported that my vehicle was throwing the code for the 40D. I returned today, vehicle vehicle start to slam, jerk. Jeep Cares escalated after dealership tech confirmed active failure.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-08
My 4wd service light is on and apparently there is a recall on jeep for this. I should have recall I have less than 32000 miles on my vehicle
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-15
Engine
16% · 8 reportsElectrical system
16% · 8 reportsExterior lighting
10% · 5 reportsMost commonly citing turn signal and headlights.
Fuel/propulsion system
8% · 4 reportsShow complaint excerpts
My 2022 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk is experiencing an active failure related to open Safety Recall 40D (NHTSA ID 26V290).
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-29
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2020-10-30Air bags24V516000 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.
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.
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2024-08-08Exterior lighting, steering24V239000 Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The turn signal self-canceling feature may not function properly.
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.
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Date not on filePower train26V290000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The power transfer unit (PTU) may fail.
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.
Buy-smart checklist
2022 Jeep Cherokee — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 26 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 8 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 8 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 26V290000 · Power train
- Recall 24V516000 · Air bags
- Recall 24V239000 · Exterior lighting, steering
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- Is the 2022 Jeep Cherokee reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2022 Jeep Cherokee is rated "better than typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2022 Jeep Cherokee?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 53% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2022 Jeep Cherokee have?
- 3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.