The 2022 Grand Cherokee 4xe pairs a 2.0L turbo four-cylinder with a plug-in hybrid system—cutting-edge complexity that's showing catastrophic engine failures on early units, plus typical PHEV electrical gremlins and hybrid transmission cooling issues.
Catastrophic 2.0L Turbo Engine Failure
Occasional · high severity
Typical onset: 30,000-70,000 mi
Symptoms: Sudden loss of power, rough idle, or engine knock, Metal shavings in oil, milky oil indicating coolant intrusion, Check engine light with misfire codes or low oil pressure warnings, Complete engine seizure in worst cases
Fix: Requires complete engine rebuild or short-block replacement—piston ring failures, rod bearing wear, and head gasket issues documented. 18-25 labor hours for short block swap, longer if full rebuild. Warranty may cover if under 60k/5yr powertrain, but out-of-pocket cases exist due to maintenance disputes.
Estimated cost: $8,000-15,000
Hybrid Transmission Oil Cooler Failure
Common · high severity
Typical onset: 40,000-80,000 mi
Symptoms: Transmission overheating warnings on dash, Coolant leaking from cooler lines at transmission junction, Reduced hybrid system performance or limp mode, Pink or red fluid under vehicle (transmission fluid mixing with coolant)
Fix: Transmission oil cooler assembly replacement—requires dropping transmission pan, flushing both systems, replacing cooler and lines. 6-8 labor hours. Contamination can damage transmission internals if not caught early, requiring full trans rebuild.
Estimated cost: $1,800-3,200
High-Voltage Battery Pack Faults
Occasional · high severity
Symptoms: EV mode unavailable or drastically reduced range, Traction battery warning lights and fault codes, Clicking or buzzing from under rear seats (battery pack location), Vehicle refuses to charge or takes excessive time
Fix: Individual cell failures or cooling system issues within the 17.3 kWh pack. Diagnostics require factory scan tool access (2-3 hours). Module replacement if under warranty (8-12 hours labor), but out-of-warranty pack replacement is $12k-18k parts alone. Recall issued for some battery pack defects.
Estimated cost: $15,000-25,000
Transmission Mount Deterioration
Common · medium severity
Typical onset: 45,000-90,000 mi
Symptoms: Clunking when shifting between Park/Drive/Reverse, Excessive vibration through cabin during EV-to-engine transitions, Visible separation or cracking of rubber mount material, Transmission case making contact with crossmember
Fix: Replace failed transmission mount—the hybrid drivetrain's start/stop cycles and weight accelerate mount wear. Requires supporting transmission and removing crossmember hardware. 2.5-3.5 hours labor.
Estimated cost: $450-750
Fuel System Clogging and Filter Issues
Occasional · medium severity
Typical onset: 50,000-100,000 mi
Symptoms: Hard starts after sitting, especially in hybrid mode, Engine hesitation or stumbling under acceleration, Fuel starvation codes or low fuel pressure readings, More common in vehicles that run primarily on electric and rarely use gas engine
Fix: Fuel sits stagnant in PHEV applications leading to varnish buildup in lines and filter. Replace in-tank fuel filter assembly and flush fuel system. 3-4 hours labor including tank drop.
Estimated cost: $600-1,100
Exterior Lighting Module Failures
Common · low severity
Symptoms: Tail lights, turn signals, or hazards intermittently non-functional, Bulb-out warnings with all bulbs testing good, Entire lighting circuit dead on one side
Fix: Multiple recalls issued for lighting control modules and wiring harness issues. Software flash first (0.5-1 hour), but often requires module or harness replacement (2-4 hours depending on location). Dealer-level diagnostics typically required.
Estimated cost: $400-1,200
EGR Valve and Cooler Failures
Occasional · medium severity
Typical onset: 60,000-110,000 mi
Symptoms: Check engine light with P0401 or P0404 EGR codes, Rough idle or stalling, especially when warm, Coolant consumption with no visible leaks (cooler failure), White smoke from exhaust if cooler cracked internally
Fix: Replace EGR valve and cooler assembly—carbon buildup accelerated by turbo and hybrid operation. Recall issued for some units. 3-5 hours labor including intake manifold removal and coolant system flush.
Estimated cost: $900-1,800
Owner tips
Run the gas engine regularly (every 2-3 weeks minimum) even if driving EV-only—prevents fuel system varnish and keeps engine seals lubricated
Monitor oil level obsessively on the 2.0T—consumption between changes can indicate early bearing or ring wear before catastrophic failure
Use only Mopar-spec transmission fluid (ZF 8HP hybrid variant) and change every 60k miles despite 'lifetime fill' claims
Keep high-voltage battery charged between 20-80% when possible to maximize pack longevity—avoid repeated deep discharge cycles
Avoid unless heavily discounted with comprehensive warranty remaining—the 2.0T engine failures and hybrid complexity create too much financial risk for used buyers.
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Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Jeep Wrangler 4XE and 2022-2024 Jeep 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 while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: This recall is replaced by NHTSA recall number 25V741. Vehicles already repaired under this recall will need to have the new remedy completed. Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures, and not to recharge their vehicles until they are repaired. Dealers will update the high voltage battery pack software and replace the battery pack assembly, if necessary, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed October 11, 2024. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning December 2024. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 95B. Vehicles in this recall that were previously recalled for the same issue under NHTSA Recall 23V-787 will need to have the new remedy performed.
ENGINE · 23V412000
2023-06-08
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with 2.0L PHEV engines. The engine may shut down due to a loss of communication between the transmission control module and the hybrid control processor.
Consequence: An engine shut down can result in an unexpected loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the vehicle control software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 65A.
SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS · 23V413000
2023-06-08
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2021-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles. The rear coil springs may have been incorrectly installed and detach from the vehicle while driving.
Consequence: Rear coil springs that detach from the vehicle while driving increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and if necessary, repair the rear coil spring assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 29, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 64A. This recall is replaced by NHTSA recall 26V051. All vehicles will need to have the new recall remedy performed.
STEERING:COLUMN · 23V352000
2023-05-18
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2021-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles. An incorrectly assembled steering column intermediate shaft may disconnect from the u-joint, and result in a loss of steering control.
Consequence: A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the intermediate shaft and assembly parts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 58A.
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS · 23V336000
2023-05-11
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L and Grand Cherokee vehicles. The air bag warning label may be missing from the dashboard. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirement Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Consequence: Without a label that shows the proper restraint usage guidelines, the occupants may have an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy: FCA US, LLC will mail owners the warning label information, free of charge. Dealers will inspect unsold vehicles and install the required label, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 25, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 52A.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS · 22V544000
2022-07-28
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2021-2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles. The tail light side marker assemblies may be damaged and not illuminate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamp, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Consequence: A tail light side marker that does not illuminate can reduce vehicle visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace both body-mounted tail light assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 8, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Z50.
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Grand Cherokee L vehicles. The vehicle's hazard lights may flash when the brake pedal is applied. 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: Flashing hazard lights during braking may cause confusion for other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the body control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 26, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Z41.
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Dodge Durango, Jeep Grand Cherokee WK, 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee, and 2021-2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles equipped with 3.6L engines. The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve may stick open, resulting in an unexpected loss of drive power.
Consequence: An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the EGR valve assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 23, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Z31.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL · 22V249000
2022-04-14
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Grand Cherokee L vehicles. Due to a software programming error, any failure with the turn signals would not be communicated to the driver. 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: If a turn signal fails, the driver will not be informed and surrounding drivers will not receive indication of the intention to change vehicle direction, which can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the body control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 28, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Z35.
CHILD SEAT:VEHICLE TETHER ANCHOR · 22V180000
2022-03-24
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles. These vehicles may have been built with a missing weld from the seat back frame to the child seat tether anchorage. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."
Consequence: A missing weld may allow the child seat tether to separate from the seat frame during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the second-row seat back frame, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 7, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is Z24.
STEERING:RACK AND PINION · 22V154000
2022-03-14
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Dodge Durango and 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. The steering gear rack bar may have been insufficiently hardened during manufacturing, possibly allowing it to bind within the steering rack, and resulting in difficulty steering or a loss of steering control.
Consequence: Difficulty steering, or a loss of steering control, can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the steering gear assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 12, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-852-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Z18.
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