2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Common Problems
Ranked from 166 federal NHTSA complaints and 6 recalls. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.
12 Common Problems
Ordered by how often owners reported each one to NHTSA. The bar shows how common a problem is relative to the most-reported on this vehicle. Expand any problem to see the federal complaint IDs.
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Hybrid System Failure Causing Unreliable Operation
65complaintsHigh severityElectricalThe hybrid system intermittently fails, causing the vehicle to enter 'limp' mode, lose power, or shut off unexpectedly.
Related recalls: 25V083000, 25V576000, 25V741000
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Forward Collision Avoidance System Malfunction
45complaintsSafety riskOtherThe forward collision avoidance system intermittently malfunctions, causing the warning lights to appear incorrectly or fail to function properly.
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Steering System Malfunction Causing Loss of Control
29complaintsHigh severitySteeringThe steering system malfunctions, leading to loss of control and difficulty maneuvering the vehicle, posing a safety risk.
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Engine Performance Problems
18complaintsHigh severityEngineThe engine experiences unexpected stalls, misfires, and loss of power, often accompanied by unusual sounds and smells.
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Power Steering Failure
17complaintsHigh severitySteeringThe power steering system fails, making it difficult to turn the steering wheel.
$200–$1,500est. power-steering / eps repair · 1–6 hrs laborGet local quotes - 6
Powertrain Malfunction Causing Sudden Shutdown
17complaintsHigh severityTransmissionThe powertrain system frequently malfunctions, causing the vehicle to suddenly shut down while driving, posing a significant safety risk.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 26V413000
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Unreliable Defroster and Heater
17complaintsHigh severityFuel systemThe heating and defrosting systems are unreliable, often failing to provide adequate warmth or defrosting, leading to cold conditions inside the vehicle.
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Hybrid Battery System Failure
16complaintsHigh severityFuel systemThe hybrid battery system frequently fails, leading to loss of power and inability to charge.
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Battery Issues Leading to Engine Malfunction
9complaintsMedium severityFuel systemThe battery issues lead to engine stalling and propulsion system malfunctions, affecting the vehicle's performance and reliability.
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Battery Issues Resulting in Frequent Shutdowns
9complaintsMedium severityFuel systemBattery issues cause frequent shutdowns and propulsion failures, impacting the vehicle's reliability and safety.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 11
Instrument Cluster Malfunction
6complaintsMedium severityElectricalThe instrument cluster randomly switches to a foreign language (Italian) and reverts to default settings, disabling features like paddle shifters and forward collision warning.
$300–$1,000est. instrument cluster repair/replacement · 1–3 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 25V083000, 25V576000, 25V741000
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Suspension Issues Leading to Vehicle Wobbling
4complaintsMedium severitySuspensionSuspension issues cause the vehicle to wobble and sway, especially on highways, affecting stability.
$150–$1,200est. suspension diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 24V132000, 26V051000
Other years & sources
Data source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaints and recalls. Problems are clustered and ranked from the complaint record; occurrence counts reflect corroborating complaints, not total incidence. Vehicle image is illustrative. Repair-cost figures are typical U.S. independent-shop ranges (parts + labor) for the class of repair shown — actual quotes vary by region, engine, and diagnosis; always confirm with a local shop.