Reliable Auto DB

2022 Jeep Cherokee reliability

Is it reliable?

The 2022 Jeep Cherokee has 51 complaints with NHTSA after 5 years, or 7 per year. That is fewer complaints per year than most Cherokee years here — under the median of the other years, which is 103. NHTSA has 3 recalls on file, including Powertrain, Curtain, and Turn signal.

2014 Jeep Cherokee
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Complaints

51

Per year

7

Recalls

3

Years on the road

5

What owners report

The complaints owners file most often name Powertrain (28 of 51), then Electrical system (8) and Engine (8). Those filings include 3 that report a crash and 4 that report an injury.

Next to 2021 and 2023

The 2021 Cherokee has 162 complaints, 17 per year, and the 2023 has 3 complaints, 1 per year. The 2022 has fewer complaints per year than the 2021. The 2022 has more complaints per year than the 2023.

The complaint rate is complaints filed in this year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market 2022 Jeep Cherokee. How we count. Data as of .

Recalls (3)

Recall Powertrain 2026-05-07 · NHTSA campaign 26V290000
Summary Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The power transfer unit (PTU) may fail.
Remedy Dealers will update the Drivetrain Control Drivetrain Control Module, PTU, and Electronic Park Brake software, and replace the PTU, as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk were mailed June 25, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy becomes available. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 40D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 14, 2026.
Recall air bags, side and window, curtain 2024-07-08 · NHTSA campaign 24V516000
Summary 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."
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.
Recall exterior lighting, turn signal 2024-03-28 · NHTSA campaign 24V239000
Summary 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."
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. FCA's number for this recall is 24B.

Complaints by component (51 total)

Powertrain
28
Electrical system
8
Engine
8
Exterior lighting
4
Fuel and propulsion system
4
Air bags
3
Forward collision avoidance
3
Service brakes
3
Steering
3
Lane departure
2
Suspension
2
Parking brake
1
Seats
1
Speed control
1
Traction control
1
Visibility and wipers
1
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Crash-flagged

3

Fire-flagged

0

Injury reports

4

Death reports

0

Complaints filed per year

2202292023102024102025202026
Excerpts from recent NHTSA complaint filings
  • "My Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk 2022 got completely and unexpectedly stalled while driving on a highway without any type of warning. Many warning signs flashed at the same time: ETC (Electronic Throttle control), Service…"
    Powertrain, Electrical system, Engine · filed 2026-09-19
  • "The contact owns a 2022 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving uphill at 30 MPH, the vehicle started jerking and then roll backwards with the accelerator pedal depressed. The contact stated that there was…"
    Powertrain · filed 2026-09-14
  • "The contact owns a 2022 Jeep Cherokee. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V290000 (Power Train); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the…"
    Powertrain · filed 2026-09-08
  • "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. Fuse pulled, but can't…"
    Powertrain · filed 2026-08-08
  • "My 2022 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk is experiencing an active failure related to open Safety Recall 40D (NHTSA ID 26V290). The dashboard is displaying a persistent "Service 4WD" warning light, and the vehicle's…"
    Fuel and propulsion system · filed 2026-07-29

NHTSA crash ratings

Version Overall Front Side Rollover
2022 Jeep Cherokee SUV AWD 4 stars 4 stars 5 stars 4 stars
2022 Jeep Cherokee SUV FWD 4 stars 4 stars 5 stars 4 stars

Stars are how this vehicle did in NHTSA crash tests. They are a safety result, separate from the complaint record. Not rated means that test was not run for this version.

Fuel economy

Trim Engine Transmission Drive City Hwy Combined Annual fuel cost
Cherokee four-wheel drive 2L, 4-cyl Automatic 9-speed All-wheel drive 21 29 24 MPG $2700
Cherokee four-wheel drive 3.2L, 6-cyl Automatic 9-speed All-wheel drive 19 27 22 MPG $2950
Cherokee four-wheel drive 2.4L, 4-cyl Automatic 9-speed All-wheel drive 21 29 24 MPG $2700
Cherokee front-wheel drive 3.2L, 6-cyl Automatic 9-speed Front-wheel drive 20 29 23 MPG $2800
Cherokee front-wheel drive 2.4L, 4-cyl Automatic 9-speed Front-wheel drive 22 31 25 MPG $2600
Cherokee front-wheel drive 2L, 4-cyl Automatic 9-speed Front-wheel drive 23 31 26 MPG $2500
Cherokee Trailhawk four-wheel drive 3.2L, 6-cyl Automatic 9-speed All-wheel drive 18 24 21 MPG $3100

Specs and fitment

KL generation, 2014–2023
Body styles SUV
Oil 0W-20 (2.4L Tigershark); 5W-20 (3.2L V6) , 5 qt capacity
Tire size 225/60R17 to 245/45R20 (trim dependent)
Towing capacity 4,500 lbs

Known issues for this generation

Early KL years (especially 2014) draw heavy NHTSA powertrain filings. Recall 19V-447 covers certain 2014 Cherokees with the 3.2L V6: if a clutch sticks, transmission software may shift to neutral and cut drive; dealers update transmission software (FCA V69). Recall 16V-529 covers certain 2014-2015 Cherokees with the 9-speed: insufficient crimps in the transaxle range-sensor harness can default the gearbox to neutral; dealers reprogram and replace the harness as needed (FCA S55). Recall 20V-343 covers certain 2014-2017 Cherokees with a two-speed PTU: spline wear between the PTU and transmission can lose drive or Park; dealers apply software that keeps rear drive and sets the electronic park brake (FCA W47). Recall 26V-290 covers certain 2019-2023 Cherokees for PTU failure with possible loss of drive or rollaway; dealers update drivetrain/PTU/park-brake software and replace the PTU as needed.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2022 Jeep Cherokee reliable?

The 2022 Jeep Cherokee has 51 complaints with NHTSA after 5 years, or 7 per year. That is fewer complaints per year than most Cherokee years here — under the median of the other years, which is 103. NHTSA has 3 recalls on file, including Powertrain, Curtain, and Turn signal.

What are common problems with a 2022 Jeep Cherokee?

The complaints owners file most often name Powertrain (28 of 51), then Electrical system (8) and Engine (8). Those filings include 3 that report a crash and 4 that report an injury.

Is the 2022 Jeep Cherokee more reliable than the years next to it?

The 2021 Cherokee has 162 complaints, 17 per year, and the 2023 has 3 complaints, 1 per year. The 2022 has fewer complaints per year than the 2021. The 2022 has more complaints per year than the 2023.

Has the 2022 Jeep Cherokee been recalled?

The 2022 Jeep Cherokee has 3 recalls on file with NHTSA. See the recalls table on this page for dates, components, and remedies.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 2022 Jeep Cherokee?

Owners have filed 51 complaints about the 2022 Jeep Cherokee with NHTSA.

What mpg does a 2022 Jeep Cherokee get?

EPA-rated combined fuel economy for the 2022 Jeep Cherokee is 23.6 MPG. See the fuel economy table on this page for city and highway figures by engine and transmission.

What oil does a Cherokee take?

0W-20 (2.4L Tigershark); 5W-20 (3.2L V6)

What does NHTSA recall 19V-447 cover on the Jeep Cherokee?

Recall 19V-447 covers certain 2014 Cherokees with the 3.2L V6: if a clutch sticks, transmission software may shift to neutral and cut drive; dealers update transmission software (FCA V69).

What generation is the 2015 Jeep Cherokee?

KL generation (2014-2023).