2022 Jeep Cherokee Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2022 Jeep Cherokee. Part of Generation 5 (KL) — 2014–2023.

20212023
Complaints
60
per 10K Sold
14.9
US Sales
40,322
Crashes
2
Fires
0
Injuries
5
Fatalities
Recalls
2

Worst 2022 Jeep Cherokee Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#119 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:55,100 mi
#27 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:105,000 mi
#36 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:300 mi
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2022 Jeep Cherokee.

Transmission / Drivetrain
19
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
55,100
Engine Problems
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
105,000
Electrical Faults
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
300
Fuel System
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
2
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Exterior Lighting:Headlights
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Assist
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Warning
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Parking-Brake Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Traction Control System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2022 Jeep Cherokee

2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~12,234 vehicles.

24V516000Air Bags:side/window:curtain
~13 affected

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. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 214, "Side Impact Protection" and 226, "Ejection Mitigation."

24V239000Exterior Lighting:turn Signal · Steering:column
~12,221 affected

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Jeep Cherokee vehicles.  The turn signal self-canceling feature may not function properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

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2022 Jeep Cherokee — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2022 Jeep Cherokee reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2022 Jeep Cherokee has 60 NHTSA complaints, 2 crash-related, and 2 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Transmission / Drivetrain with 19 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2022 Jeep Cherokee?
Top reported problems: Transmission / Drivetrain (19 complaints, avg 55,100 mi); Engine Problems (7 complaints, avg 105,000 mi); Electrical Faults (6 complaints, avg 300 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2022 Jeep Cherokee?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 55,741 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2022 Jeep Cherokee?
NHTSA complaints for the 2022 Jeep Cherokee include 2 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 5 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2022 Jeep Cherokee have any recalls?
Yes — 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 12,234 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2022 Jeep Cherokee?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Jeep Cherokee reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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