The 2022 Grand Cherokee (WL platform) is still relatively new, but early adopters are seeing concerning engine failures on the 5.7L Hemi and a pattern of electrical gremlins tied to the Uconnect 5 system and hybrid battery management on 4xe models.
5.7L Hemi Lifter Failure and Catastrophic Engine Damage
Occasional · high severity
Typical onset: 20,000-60,000 mi
Symptoms: Cold-start ticking that persists after warm-up, often cylinder 7 or 8, MDS (cylinder deactivation) misfires under light throttle, Metal shavings in oil, eventually rod knock or spun bearing
Fix: Lifter replacement requires heads-off, often finds cam lobe wear and debris damage to bearings. Many shops go straight to short block or long block replacement after teardown. 18-28 labor hours for engine rebuild, 12-16 for short block swap.
Estimated cost: $8,000-15,000
Transmission Oil Cooler Line Leaks
Common · medium severity
Typical onset: 15,000-50,000 mi
Symptoms: ATF puddle under front of vehicle, driver side, Burnt transmission smell after highway driving, Low fluid warning or erratic shifting when fluid drops below safe level
Fix: Cooler line fittings at radiator or transmission crack from vibration. Replace lines and top off fluid, inspect for overheating damage. 2-3 labor hours.
Estimated cost: $400-700
Uconnect 5 System Freeze and Black Screen
Common · low severity
Symptoms: Touchscreen unresponsive or stuck on Jeep logo at startup, Backup camera fails to display, recall-related, Wireless CarPlay/Android Auto drops connection repeatedly
Fix: Software reflash via dealer StarSCAN usually resolves it temporarily; persistent cases need head unit replacement under warranty. Out-of-warranty unit swap is 1.5 hours labor.
Estimated cost: $1,200-2,000
4xe Hybrid Battery Contactors Failing to Close
Occasional · high severity
Symptoms: "Service Hybrid System" warning, vehicle stuck in limp mode, No electric propulsion, runs on engine only, High-voltage battery disconnect fault codes
Fix: Hybrid battery pack contactor or BMS module replacement. Dealer-only repair due to high-voltage certification requirement. 4-6 hours labor plus battery pack R&I.
Estimated cost: $3,500-6,000
Front Upper Ball Joint Separation (Recall)
Rare · high severity
Typical onset: 10,000-40,000 mi
Symptoms: Clunking over bumps from front suspension, Wandering steering or sudden pull to one side, In severe cases, complete loss of steering control
Fix: Factory recall for ball joint stud fracture. Dealer replaces upper control arms under warranty. If out of warranty, 2.5 hours per side.
Estimated cost: $800-1,400
Rear Coil Spring Fracture (Recall)
Rare · medium severity
Symptoms: Sagging rear end on one side, Metallic clunk or popping from rear suspension over bumps, Visible spring fracture on inspection
Fix: Factory recall for improperly heat-treated springs. Dealer replaces both rears under warranty. Post-warranty: 2 hours labor per side.
Estimated cost: $600-1,000
Owner tips
If buying a 5.7L Hemi, demand oil analysis records and listen carefully for ANY cold-start ticking—walk away if present
4xe models: verify hybrid system operation and check for software update history; many early bugs fixed via TSB reflashes
Check VIN for open recalls (particularly ball joint and spring recalls) before purchase
Uconnect issues are annoying but rarely leave you stranded; budget for potential head unit swap if buying high-mileage out of warranty
The 3.6L V6 models are safer bets; avoid 2022 5.7L Hemis unless you can stomach the engine failure lottery—too many catastrophic failures under 60k miles for a two-year-old vehicle.
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Fitment notes: AGM battery required for start-stop system; H8 group may be used as alternative in some configurations
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Every control module on the 2022-2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee — where it lives, replacement time, and what it takes to program a replacement. Modules marked dealer / factory tool won't work after a part swap alone — budget for programming.
⚠️ Enhanced security gateway with multiple CAN bus routing. Critical for all module communication. Replacement requires extensive dealer authentication.
📍 Engine compartment, left side firewall or mounted on engine depending on powertrain (3.6L V6, 5.7L V8, 2.0L turbo I4, 4xe PHEV)
🔧 wiTECH 2.0
⚠️ VIN-locked, requires Security Gateway unlock. 4xe PHEV models have additional hybrid control integration. Different PCM for each powertrain variant.
📍 Rear cargo area, right side panel near hitch receiver
🔧 Autel or wiTECH
⚠️ Integrated trailer brake controller, blind spot monitoring extension, trailer reverse steering assist. Trailer profiles must be configured.
Fuel Pump Control Module (FPCM)0.9 hr R&Rrelearn only +0.2 hr▸ programming details
📍 Rear cargo area, left side panel near fuel tank (non-PHEV models)
🔧 Scan tool with bi-directional control
⚠️ Self-learns after installation. Not present on 4xe PHEV models which use different fuel system architecture.
Aftermarket tool coverage varies by software version and vehicle build — treat "aftermarket tool" rows as "usually possible" and verify against your tool maker's coverage list before promising a customer. Spot a wrong location or hour? Tell us — corrections ship fast here.
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L, 2022-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee, and Jeep Grand Cherokee 4XE vehicles. The rear coil springs may be incorrectly installed and detach from the vehicle while driving.
Consequence: Rear coil springs that detach from the vehicle while driving increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear coil spring lower isolators, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, are expected to be mailed September 29, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 89D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 9, 2026. This recall replaces NHTSA recall numbers 26V051 and 23V413. Vehicles already repaired under the previous recalls will need to have the new remedy completed.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL) · 26V413000
2026-06-30
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 2023 Jeep Wagoneer, 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee L, and Jeep Wagoneer L vehicles. A software error may cause the transmission gear selection indicator not to display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 102, "Transmission shift lever sequence, starter interlock, and transmission braking effect."
Consequence: A missing gear selection indicator may lead to unintended vehicle movement or a vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the shifter module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 20, 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 30D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning July 9, 2026.
AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE · 26V328000
2026-05-21
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2023-2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles. A software error in the occupant restraint controller module may cause the delayed deployment of the side air bags during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 214, "Side Impact Protection."
Consequence: Delayed air bag deployment during a crash increases the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will update the occupant restraint controller module software, free of charge. Some owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 18, 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 01D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 28, 2026.
SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS · 26V051000
2026-01-29 · RQ25005
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L and 2022-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. The rear coil springs may be incorrectly installed and detach from the vehicle while driving.
Consequence: Rear coil springs that detach from the vehicle while driving increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the rear coil spring assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed February 12, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in March 2026. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 20D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on January 30, 2026. This recall replaces NHTSA recall number 23V413. Vehicles already repaired under the previous recall will need to have the new remedy completed.
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Jeep Wrangler 4Xe and 2022-2026 Grand Cherokee 4Xe vehicles. The high voltage battery may fail internally and lead to a vehicle fire while parked or driving.
Consequence: A vehicle fire can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures and not to charge their vehicles until the remedy is completed. Dealers will update the high voltage battery software, and replace the high voltage battery, as necessary, free of charge. Some owner notification letters were mailed beginning December 17, 2025. The remaining owner notification letters will be mailed at a later date. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 68C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning November 6, 2025. Vehicles that were previously recalled for the same issue under NHTSA Recalls 24V720 and 23V787 will need to have the new remedy performed.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM · 25V576000
2025-09-04
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles. A software error within the hybrid control processor may result in a loss of drive power.
Consequence: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the hybrid control processer software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 14, 2025. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 73C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 11, 2025.
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2021-2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles. The center stack upper display (DCSD) contains a transistor that may overheat and prevent the rearview camera image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers replaced the DCSD, free of charge. All affected vehicles have been repaired. Owner notification letters were mailed February 27, 2025. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 11C.
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW · 24V897000
2024-11-27
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2021-2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles. An improperly secured connector for the front seat side air bags (SAB) may prevent the air bags from deploying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 214, "Side Impact Protection."
Consequence: An air bag that does not deploy during a crash increases the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers secured the connector, free of charge. All affected vehicles have been remedied. Owner notification letters were mailed December 17, 2024. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is B3B.
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA · 24V436000
2024-06-13
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.
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA · 24V289000
2024-04-25
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2023-2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles. An improperly connected coaxial cable may prevent the rearview camera 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 injury or crash.
Remedy: Dealers will secure the coaxial cable connection, free of charge. All affected 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 40B.
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L and 2022-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. The upper control arm ball joint and steering knuckle may separate and cause the wheel to fall outward, resulting in a loss of vehicle control.
Consequence: A loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the upper control arm pinch bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 2, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 10B.
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM · 24V111000
2024-02-15
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Jeep Wrangler and 2022-2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. A hybrid control processor (HCP) software error may cause the defrosting and defogging system to be inoperative. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 103, "Windshield Defrosting and Defogging Systems."
Consequence: An inoperative windshield defrosting and defogging system may decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the HCP software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 29, 2024. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 04B.
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION · 23V577000
2023-08-14
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.
Performance
Horsepower
357hp
Torque
390lb-ft
0–60 mph
6.3sec
Quarter mile
14.7sec
Top speed
130mph
Fuel economy (EPA)
City
14mpg
Highway
22mpg
Combined
17mpg
Fuel
Midgrade Gasoline
Capability & size
Towing capacity
6,200lb
Payload
1,400lb
Curb weight
5,100lb
Seating
5seats
EPA class
Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Wiper blades
WL generation (2021+). New platform with larger windshield.
Size-standard part numbers — verify your connector type before buying. Rear blades are model-specific; check the package's vehicle list.
Fuel economy figures are EPA data via fueleconomy.gov (median across matching trims). Performance figures are compiled estimates for the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee 5.7L V8 Hemi and can vary by trim.
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