2022 Jeep Wrangler
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of 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 PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1984 | 0 |
| 1985 | 0 |
| 1986 | 1 |
| 1987 | 41 |
| 1988 | 53 |
| 1989 | 63 |
| 1990 | 80 |
| 1991 | 77 |
| 1992 | 77 |
| 1993 | 109 |
| 1994 | 159 |
| 1995 | 202 |
| 1996 | 2 |
| 1997 | 401 |
| 1998 | 265 |
| 1999 | 213 |
| 2000 | 251 |
| 2001 | 170 |
| 2002 | 108 |
| 2003 | 98 |
| 2004 | 192 |
| 2005 | 649 |
| 2006 | 730 |
| 2007 | 555 |
| 2008 | 873 |
| 2009 | 371 |
| 2010 | 686 |
| 2011 | 485 |
| 2012 | 833 |
| 2013 | 649 |
| 2014 | 651 |
| 2015 | 467 |
| 2016 | 458 |
| 2017 | 309 |
| 2018 | 1809 |
| 2019 | 732 |
| 2020 | 604 |
| 2021 | 906 |
| 2022 | 381 |
| 2023 | 341 |
| 2024 | 679 |
| 2025 | 60 |
| 2026 | 9 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
43% of complaints: electrical system — 163 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing instrument cluster/panel and hybrid management.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
The Wrangler accelerated while doing regenerative braking or while my foot was on the brake. This caused it to hit a building. It is available for inspection. My safety and my child's safety was put at risk when contact was made with a building.
NHTSA ODI report, 20220320
Also filed under ENGINE and SERVICE BRAKES
while vehicle is driving multiple dash alarms will start cycling through including stop/start, service electronic stability control, speed control messaging unavailable, service airbag system, service 4WD, engine light and ABS light, anti skid...
NHTSA ODI report, 20260729
On 7/25/2026, the vehicle set DTC P1128 (Closed Loop Fueling Not Achieved, Bank 1) with a steady check engine light and no drivability symptoms. I cleared the code with an OBD2 scanner.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260726
Also filed under SERVICE BRAKES
23% of complaints: engine — 88 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURY21% of complaints: steering — 80 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
how this vehicle has not been recalled is hard to comprehend how can no one care about safety ? I purchased (8/24)this vehicle used from Carvana.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260710
Also filed under SUSPENSION and UNKNOWN OR OTHER
16% of complaints: power train — 61 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing axle assembly.
CRASH15% of complaints: suspension — 56 distinct reports on file.
CRASHSAFETY TIMELINE
Chryler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The side marker lights may not function due to an incompatible tail light assembly wiring harness.
Remedy: FCA will replace the tail light assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 26, 2022 and August 3, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Z43.
Campaign 22V326000 — check if this car was fixed
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Jeep Wrangler Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the HV battery fuse, as necessary. Dealers will also inspect the battery assembly for damage and replace it, if necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge.
Campaign 22V768000 — check if this car was fixed
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Jeep Wrangler 4xe vehicles equipped with 2.0L Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle engines. A loss of communication may cause an engine shutdown.
Remedy: There is more than one involved component and calibration software.
Campaign 22V865000 — check if this car was fixed
Pedestrian alert sounds
High pressure fuel pump failure
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. A stud on the frame assembly may puncture the fuel tank in a crash, which can result in a fuel leak.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, remove the frame stud and apply paint, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 6, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
Campaign 23V191000 — check if this car was fixed
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Jeep Wrangler Plug-In Hybrid Electric vehicles (PHEV).
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the HV battery fuse, as necessary. Dealers will also inspect the battery assembly for damage and replace it, if necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge.
Campaign 23V303000 — check if this car was fixed
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Jeep Wrangler, Ram 1500, and 2021-2022 Jeep Gladiator vehicles equipped with 3.0L diesel engines. The high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) may fail, causing an engine stall.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the HPFP and inspect and replace additional fuel system components, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 17, 2023. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
Campaign 22V767000 — check if this car was fixed
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Jeep Wrangler, Gladiator, and 2022-2023 Ram 1500 vehicles equipped with a 3.0L diesel engine. The high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) may fail.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the HPFP and replace additional fuel system components, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 17, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
Campaign 23V263000 — check if this car was fixed
Chrysler (FCA US), LLC is recalling certain 2022-2023 Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator vehicles equipped with a manual transmission.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the gear position sensor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 16, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 92A.
Campaign 23V641000 — check if this car was fixed
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2023 Jeep Wrangler, and 2020-2023 Jeep Gladiator vehicles equipped with manual transmissions. The clutch pressure plate may overheat and fracture.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the clutch assembly and update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed from November 16, 2023 through July 25, 2024. Owners may contact (FCA US, LLC) customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
Campaign 23V116000 — check if this car was fixed
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Jeep Wrangler and 2022-2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. A hybrid control processor (HCP) software error may cause the defrosting and defogging system to be inoperative.
Remedy: Dealers will update the HCP software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 29, 2024. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 04B.
Campaign 24V111000 — check if this car was fixed
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Jeep Wrangler Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles. The high voltage battery may fail internally and lead to a vehicle fire while parked or driving.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to recharge their vehicles, and to park outside and away from structures, until they are repaired. Dealers will update the high voltage battery pack software and replace the battery pack assembly if necessary, free of charge.
Campaign 23V787000 — check if this car was fixed
Loss of Motive Power
Underhood fires
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.
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.
Campaign 24V676000 — check if this car was fixed
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Jeep Gladiator and 2018-2024 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The instrument panel cluster may experience an internal short circuit and fail.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the instrument panel cluster, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed between October 3, 2024, and January 23, 2025. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
Campaign 24V652000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
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.
Campaign 25V741000 — check if this car was fixed
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Jeep Wrangler, Wrangler 4XE, and Jeep Gladiator vehicles.
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.
Campaign 26V363000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2022 Jeep Wrangler — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (163 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (88 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for steering issues (80 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 26V363000 (steering) has been completed.
- Verify recall 22V326000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 22V768000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 22V865000 (engine) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V191000 (structure) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V303000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 22V767000 (engine, fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V263000 (fuel system, diesel) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V641000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V116000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V111000 (visibility) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V787000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V676000 (back over prevention, exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V652000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V741000 (electrical system) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2022 Jeep Wrangler reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2022 Jeep Wrangler is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Jeep Wrangler?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 43% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2022 Jeep Wrangler have?
15 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.