The 2022 Jeep Cherokee exhibits several reliability concerns due to two recalls, particularly involving crucial systems like exterior lighting and air bags. With a peak failure range within the first 20,000 miles, owners should be vigilant about these potential issues.
Key Factor:Notable safety system flaws
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Standard Safety Record
The 2022 Cherokee maintains a standard safety record for JEEP, with 2 recalls documented.
2 recalls for this vehicle4.4 avg. recalls per vehicle (brand)
πWhy This Matters
The recalls affecting the Jeep Cherokee primarily relate to critical safety components: the air bag system and exterior lighting functionalities. An improperly secured air bag connector can result in failure to deploy during an accident, posing significant risk to passenger safety. Similarly, issues with the turn signal's self-canceling feature can lead to hazardous driving situations, highlighting a lapse in compliance with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. For a vehicle positioned in the family SUV segment, such issues could greatly undermine consumer confidence and brand reputation, as reliability and safety are paramount expectations for buyers in this category.
Focus Area:Safety Profile
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Expert Analysis
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Recall Trend:No Change in recalls
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Primary Risk Area:Warning
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Vs Brand: Better than avg (4.4)
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Summary: Year-over-year trends suggest that while Jeep has made strides in improving their vehicles' overall reliability, the presence of these recalls indicates areas where quality control may have faltered. Compared to market expectations for family-oriented SUVs that prioritize safety features and dependability, this model falls short of what consumers should rightfully anticipate.
Safety & Reliability Score
82/100
Score Breakdown
Recall Impact-16
Complaint Impact-1.55
Investigation Impact-0
Technical Specifications
Key specifications for the 2022 JEEP Cherokee
Model Year2022
MakeJEEP
ModelCherokee
Fuel TypeGasoline
Body ClassPassenger Vehicle
Safety History Timeline
Jan22
NEWProduction
Jan22
RECALLRecall Issued
Sep22
ISSUEFirst Report
Aug24
RECALLRecall Issued
Consumer Complaint Analysis
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Most Reported Issue
9 complaints (29% of total)
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Complaint Trend
Stable
No trend data
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Safety Incidents
No critical incidents
Complaint Severity Distribution
Breakdown of 31 consumer complaints by severity level.
π High
1(3%)
π‘Medium
14(45%)
π’Low
16(52%)
Mileage Failure Analysis
βοΈEngineering Insight
The peak failure range of 0-20k miles indicates that many of these problems could manifest early in ownership. For potential owners, this emphasizes the importance of closely monitoring any warning signs during the initial months of driving.
π Mileage data extracted from 8 of 31 complaints (26% coverage)
0-20k
5 reports (63%)
20k-40k
0 reports (0%)
40k-60k
0 reports (0%)
60k-80k
2 reports (25%)
80k-100k
0 reports (0%)
100k+
1 reports (13%)
* Analysis based on mileage data extracted from consumer complaint descriptions. Actual failure rates may vary.
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Primary Risk Areas
EXTERIOR LIGHTINGAIR BAGS
π―Risk Areas & Recommended Actions
Based on recall data, these components require verification:
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Air Bag System
Issue: Improper connector may prevent air bag deployment.
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Check if your vehicle has been inspected for recall compliance immediately.
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Inquire about any previous repairs related to air bags or recall actions taken before purchase.
Campaigns:21V19700022V155000
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Exterior Lighting
Issue: Turn signal self-canceling feature may not function properly.
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Ensure turn signals are functioning correctly; report any failures promptly.
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Test all exterior lights thoroughly during inspection prior to buying.
Campaign:22V155000
π‘Visit NHTSA.gov or contact your JEEP dealer to verify recall completion status.
Official Safety Recalls (2)
Campaign: 24V239000
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL
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Summary
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Jeep Cherokee vehicles.Β 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."
Consequence
Turn signals that do not function properly may fail to indicate the driver's intention to change vehicle direction, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
Additional Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Campaign: 24V516000
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN
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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."
Consequence
An air bag that does not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
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.
Additional Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
NHTSA Investigations
0 investigations
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No active investigations for this vehicle.
Consumer Complaints
31 total complaints
Consumer-reported issues submitted to NHTSA for 2022 Cherokee.
Common Reported SymptomsAI Analysis
Warning29%
Stall19%
Noise19%
Acceleration Issues16%
Display13%
Accident6%
Leak6%
Crack6%
Grind6%
Crash/Accident6%
Engine/PowertrainπΆ Medium
POWER TRAIN
While driving, I heard a loud clunk and was not able to go forward when stepping on the gas. It then kicked in and could move on for a minute and it happened again. Then it happened again and this time we pulled over and had to call a tow truck. While we were waiting the car rolled even with it being in park, it wasn't until the emergency brake was engaged that the vehicle stopped ng. Luckily we were going to fast and we were on side roads or we could have been in a terrible accident. I did have my grandchild in the vehicle as to care for them quite often. The vehicle was towed to the dealership and the issue was identified. We were told they could not tell us when the part would be available, they had no ETA on it. We checked with Mopar to see if we could get our hands on a rebuilt part (power transfer unit) and they said they didn't have it available. It has now been two weeks and no idea when this vehicle can be repaired. I am also skeptical on if this could happen again. There was no warning and we have been maintaining the vehicle and it's only 3 years old. A very scary situation. I have contacted Jeep directly with no assistance
Engine/PowertrainπΆ Medium
POWER TRAIN,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
The vehicle stalled at a busy intersection during heavy traffic hours. No watnings or signs that could've prevented the incident were indicated by the vehicle. 911 was called in to aid in the traffic incident. Call [XXX] from Laredo Police department. Vehicle was pushed by the Police Officer and myself to a near by parking lot where the vehicle was towed to the dealership. Dealership experts noted leaks on some parts of the engine due to britle gaskets and the major mechanical failure was due to a faulty fuel pump. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Engine/Powertrainπ΅ Low
ENGINE
Smell antifreeze occasionally and have had to add occasionally. Car only has 18,085 miles. 2022. Spoke to my mechanic and he said it could potentially be a bad oil cooler gasket or a cracked manifold. Have smelled this for at least a year or longer
Engine/Powertrainπ΅ Low
POWER TRAIN
Service 4WD light came on. Took to Jeep dealership. They stated the PTU needs to be replaced. My car has been in the shop for over 4 months and no ETA on part arrival. This is a common issue in Jeep Cherokeeβs but my VIN is not included in a recall. I was told by dealership it is safe to drive but I drive on the highway over and hour everyday to and from work. I have read it can result in loss of driving ability and the ability to put in park.
Steering/SuspensionπΆ Medium
SUSPENSION
The car has over 18000 miles, in March 2025 we noticed a rattle at the right front area while going over rough roads. we took the car to the (Dealer Cerritos Jeep) and were told that the right front strut was (Broken ?) and it was under warrantee. Then was told the strut was out of production and it would be May 30 before they could get the replacement, May 30 was told that the all the parts did not arrive, we left the car there June 23, June 24 they said the design had changed and needed to get more mounting parts to install it. today we pick the car up QUESTION: I was taught that when replacing an suspension you don't replace just one, you replace two! my research says that it is still a practice today. The dealer is replacing only the right Strut, we are concerned the we have one questionable strut with 18000+ miles on and is in some way mechanically different then the new strut. The dealer stands on just replacing the one strut
Engine/Powertrainπ΅ Low
POWER TRAIN
PTO p/n 68333354A1 Internal Failure of PTU needs to be Replaced. No 4 wheel drive could roll away in Park. Dealer reports back ordered part will be months before available. I was told to just keep driving car! Mileage on car 21,371 This problem has been reported on this model since 2019.
Engine/Powertrainπ΅ Low
POWER TRAIN
4WD service light; 4WD System unavailable; clicking and grinding. Code diagnostic confirmed: C14*94 and C14*A797.
Visibilityπ΅ Low
VISIBILITY/WIPER
We have 2022 Jeep Cherokee. The passenger visor falls out of the case hole causing a visual safety issue. This defect is casued by a poorly designed clip. The cost of the clip if over $950 with a total cost of $1025.73. We went to the dealership (Courtesy Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Superstition Springs Mesa Arizona 85206) and apparently it's a consistent problem with many of the Chrysler vehicles. This issue is needs to fixed with a manufacurer recall. Spoke with service agent Tommy who agreed this is a problem. 480-830-8001 I current have pushed the visor stem back into place but it will not stay in place
Engine/PowertrainπΆ Medium
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2022 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would suddenly downshift upon depression of the accelerator pedal. The contact stated that the "Service 4WD" message was intermittently displayed on the instrument panel. The failure occurred while the message was displayed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer on several occasions, and the contact was informed that the failure could not be duplicated. The contact was assured that the vehicle was safe to drive despite the persistent failure. The contact drove the vehicle across the country without failure; however, the failure returned after a while. The vehicle was taken to another dealer, where a code reader retrieved codes related to the Power Control Unit. The contact was advised to leave the vehicle with the dealer until the vehicle could be diagnosed; however, the contact would not be scheduled for an appointment for two months. The contact was not provided a loaner vehicle and continued driving the vehicle with the "Service Forward Collision Warning" and check engine messages were displayed on the instrument panel. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000.
Engine/Powertrainπ΅ Low
POWER TRAIN
Driving down parkway started making grinding & thumping noise. lost power. Was able to get vehicle to shoulder. All dash lights on. Vehicle transmission non responsive. Service 4WD message on. Had to have car towed to nearest Jeep dealer. Needs new PTU part number: 68333255AE. Still under warranty, but 800 units are currently on back order. No ETA. Have been without car for 2 months including waiting for rear differential that was on backorder April 2023. Can Stelantis be forced to replace vehicle?
Frequently Asked Questions
"What common issues do owners face with the 2022 Jeep Cherokee?"
"Owners have reported concerns mainly related to exterior lighting functions and air bag systems. Specifically, there have been recalls addressing failures in turn signal usability and potential non-deployment of curtain airbags due to connector issues. These aspects are crucial for both compliance with safety standards and overall vehicle functionality."
"How does the recall history of the Jeep Cherokee impact its resale value?"
"A vehicle's recall history can significantly affect its resale value; potential buyers often conduct thorough research before purchasing used cars with known issues. The presence of multiple recalls might deter buyers or lead them to negotiate lower prices due to perceived risks associated with future repairs or safety concerns."
πYear-over-Year Context
β‘οΈStable Pattern
Compared to earlier years, the 2022 model shows stable reliability patterns. No meaningful structural change detected in recall frequency between adjacent model years.
π§What This Means for You
Both current owners and prospective buyers benefit from reviewing this safety analysis before making decisions.
If you're unsure, we recommend starting with a VIN check or consulting a certified mechanic.
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If You Own This Vehicle
Verify all 2 recalls have been completed using your VIN at NHTSA.gov or through your JEEP dealer.
Unaddressed recalls pose real-world risks. Prioritize scheduling any pending repairs to maintain vehicle integrity.
Proactive tip: Enroll in JEEP's owner notification program for real-time safety updates.
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If You're Buying Used
Request the VIN from the seller and verify the 'Clean' recall status via NHTSA.
This specific Cherokee year is noted for its strong reliability foundations.