2022 Jeep Wagoneer
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Electrical
Electrical leads by volume: 116 of 200 complaints (58%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Brakes include more crash reports (5) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | vs. 2022 Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 4,000–4,200 | 3,100–4,200 | 3,100–3,300 | |
| Combined MPG | 17–18 | 17–20 | 19–20 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 15–16 / 20–22 | 15–17 / 20–24 | 16–17 / 23–24 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 480–520 | 453–522 | 453–476 | |
| Complaints filed | 200 | 105 | 48 | |
| Recalls issued | 9 | 8 | 7 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 12 | 5 | 2 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 3 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 5 | 2 | 2 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 1 | 3 | 2 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2022 Jeep Wagoneer have?
9 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2022 Jeep Wagoneer?
Electrical: 116 of 200 NHTSA complaints (58%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2022 Jeep Wagoneer get?
EPA rates it 17–18 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2022 Jeep Wagoneer?
EPA estimates $4,000–$4,200 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (2)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 8-spd | 8 | 5.7L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Midgrade | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 16 mpg (high) | 22 mpg (high) | 18 mpg (high) | $4,000 (low) | 480 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic 8-spd | 8 | 5.7L | All-Wheel Drive | Midgrade | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 15 mpg (low) | 20 mpg (low) | 17 mpg (low) | $4,200 (high) | 520 g/mi (high) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 54 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 27 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 12 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 116 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Brakes | 39 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 31 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 38 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 18 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 33 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (9)
STRUCTURE:EXTERIOR TRIM · Campaign 25V642000 · Sep 26, 2025
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Jeep Wagoneer and Jeep Grand Wagoneer vehicles. The quarter trim on the driver and passenger windows may not have been properly secured, which can allow it to detach.
Consequence: Detached trim pieces can create a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the quarter window glass assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning February 19, 2026. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 88C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 2, 2025.
STRUCTURE:EXTERIOR TRIM · Campaign 25V593000 · Sep 12, 2025
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Jeep Wagoneer and Jeep Grand Wagoneer vehicles. The trim on the driver and passenger doors may not have been installed properly, which can allow it to detach.
Consequence: Detached trim pieces can create a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the door trim, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 25, 2025. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 77C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 18, 2025.
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA · Campaign 24V436000 · Jun 13, 2024
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Dodge Durango, 2021-2023 Chrysler Pacifica, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, 2022 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, Chrysler Voyager, 2022-2023 Jeep Compass, Grand Cherokee, Wagoneer, Grand Wagoneer, and Ram Promaster vehicles. The radio software may prevent the rearview image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence: A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the radio software or the software will be OTA, "Over-The-Air," free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning July 9, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's numbers for this recall are 66B and 79B.
SEAT BELTS: REAR/OTHER:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY · Campaign 23V716000 · Oct 26, 2023
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Jeep Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer vehicles. The third-row seat belts may not allow occupants to properly access or fasten the seat belt to the buckle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 208, "Occupant Crash Protection" and 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."
Consequence: An unfastened seat belt may increase the risk of injury to occupants during a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the third-row seat belt buckle, as necessary, 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 A7A.
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION · Campaign 23V577000 · Aug 14, 2023
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 2021-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L, and 2022-2024 Jeep Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer vehicles. The Central Vision Park Assist module (CVPAM) software may prevent the rearview image from displaying when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence: A rearview image that does not display while in reverse decreases the driver's visibility of the rear view, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the Central Vision Park Assist Module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 31, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 56A.
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS · Campaign 23V545000 · Aug 3, 2023
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Jeep Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer vehicles. The upper B-pillar interior trim may not be fully seated and could interfere with the side curtain air bag (SABIC) deployment. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 226, "Ejection Mitigation."
Consequence: A compromised deployment of the SABIC can reduce occupant protection in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and reseat or replace the trim pieces as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 17, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 76A.
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION · Campaign 21V00A000 · Dec 21, 2021
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Jeep Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer vehicles. The radio software may prevent the rearview image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence: A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the radio software, free of charge. All affected vehicles are still within dealership inventory and therefore no owner notification letters will be sent. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is YA1.
SEATS · Campaign 21V919000 · Nov 23, 2021
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Jeep Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer vehicles. The second-row center-seat recliner pull strap may bind on the seat trim surface, preventing the seat back from locking into the upright position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 207, "Seating Systems."
Consequence: A seat back that is not locked into position can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace as necessary, the rear center-seat recliner strap, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 23, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Y86.
AIR BAGS; AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE · Campaign 21V873000 · Nov 12, 2021
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L, 2022 Jeep Wagoneer, and Grand Wagoneer vehicles. The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) may have incorrect software which can disable the driver, passenger, and knee air bags without warning.
Consequence: Disabled air bags can increase the risk of injury to occupants in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the ORC, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 2, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Y79.