Model year 2022 · Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD

2022 Jeep Wrangler: recalls, fuel economy and safety ratings

EPA rates the 2022 Jeep Wrangler at 14–25 mpg combined across 12 versions. NHTSA lists 16 safety recalls and 412 owner complaints for this model year.

Safety recalls

16

EPA combined mpg

14–25

NHTSA overall rating

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Recall file dated Oct 27, 2026 · EPA file dated Sep 29, 2026 · updated Oct 27, 2026, 7:34 AM EDT

NHTSA lists this vehicle as WRANGLER 4XE.

Check your own car: enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls for that exact vehicle, and contact a Jeep dealer to schedule the repair — safety recall repairs are free. The list below covers the whole model year, so not every recall applies to every car.

2022 Jeep Wrangler recalls

NHTSA's recall file lists 16 safety recalls for the 2022 Jeep Wrangler, newest first.

Steering: Hydraulic power assist: Pump

NHTSA 26V363000 Reported Jun 4, 2026 Park outside
Filed by
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (manufacturer recall no. 21D)
Units affected
1,076,999 (estimate)
Problem
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Jeep Wrangler, Wrangler 4XE, and Jeep Gladiator vehicles. The electric hydraulic power steering pump wiring may overheat and cause a vehicle fire, even when the vehicle is parked with the ignition in the "Off" position.
Risk
A vehicle fire increases the risk of injury.
Remedy
Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures, until their vehicle is repaired. Dealers will inspect and replace the wiring and electric hydraulic power steering pump, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 9, 2026. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is 21D. The Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on June 11, 2026.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Electrical system: Propulsion system: Traction battery

NHTSA 25V741000 Reported Oct 30, 2025 Park outside
Filed by
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (manufacturer recall no. 68C)
Units affected
320,068 (estimate)
Problem
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.
Risk
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.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Electrical system: Propulsion system: Traction battery

NHTSA 24V720000 Reported Sep 27, 2024
Filed by
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (manufacturer recall no. 95B)
Units affected
154,032 (estimate)
Problem
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.
Risk
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.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Back over prevention: Sensing system: Camera and 1 more component

NHTSA 24V676000 Reported Sep 12, 2024
Filed by
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (manufacturer recall no. 77B)
Components
Back over prevention: Sensing system: Camera; Exterior lighting: Brake lights
Units affected
46 (estimate)
Problem
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2024 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The wiring harness for the rearview camera and the center brake light may short circuit, which can disable the rearview camera image and center brake light. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 111, "Rear Visibility" and 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk
A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, a center brake light that fails to illuminate can fail to indicate to other drivers that the vehicle is slowing down, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers replaced the harness for the center brake light and rearview camera and/or the spare tire carrier/harness assembly, as necessary, free of charge. All vehicles were repaired by January 15, 2024. Owner notification letters were mailed September 26, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 77B.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Electrical system: Instrument cluster/panel

NHTSA 24V652000 Reported Sep 5, 2024
Filed by
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (manufacturer recall no. 30B)
Units affected
32,863 (estimate)
Problem
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Jeep Gladiator and 2018-2024 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The instrument panel cluster may experience an internal short circuit and fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Controls and Displays."
Risk
An instrument panel that fails to display critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the instrument panel cluster, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed between October 3, 2024, and January 23, 2025. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 30B.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Visibility: Defroster/defogger/HVAC system

NHTSA 24V111000 Reported Feb 15, 2024
Filed by
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (manufacturer recall no. 04B)
Units affected
199,143 (estimate)
Problem
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."
Risk
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.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Electrical system: Propulsion system: Traction battery

NHTSA 23V787000 Reported Nov 22, 2023 Park outside
Filed by
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (manufacturer recall no. B9A)
Units affected
32,125 (estimate)
Problem
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Jeep Wrangler Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles. The high voltage battery may fail internally and lead to a vehicle fire while parked or driving.
Risk
A vehicle fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Owners are advised not to recharge their vehicles, and to park outside and away from structures, until they are repaired. Dealers will update the high voltage battery pack software and replace the battery pack assembly if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 7, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 89A. This recall is superseded by NHTSA Recall 24V-720.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Power train: Manual transmission

NHTSA 23V641000 Reported Sep 18, 2023
Filed by
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (manufacturer recall no. 92A)
Units affected
6,298 (estimate)
Problem
Chrysler (FCA US), LLC is recalling certain 2022-2023 Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator vehicles equipped with a manual transmission. The rearview camera may fail to display the rearview image and the reverse lights may not illuminate when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 111, "Rear Visibility" and 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk
A disabled rearview image can decrease the driver's visibility of the rear view, and disabled reverse lights may not alert others that the vehicle is reversing, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the gear position sensor, 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 92A.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Electrical system: Propulsion system: Traction battery

NHTSA 23V303000 Reported Apr 27, 2023
Filed by
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (manufacturer recall no. 53A)
Units affected
2,564 (estimate)
Problem
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Jeep Wrangler Plug-In Hybrid Electric vehicles (PHEV). The high voltage (HV) battery pack assembly was built with incorrect fasteners to secure the 200-amp fuse, which can generate excessive heat.
Risk
Excessive heat may cause the fuse to fail and result in a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the HV battery fuse, as necessary. Dealers will also inspect the battery assembly for damage and replace it, if necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 23, 2023. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 53A. This recall is an expansion of previous recall 22V-768.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Fuel system, diesel: Delivery: Fuel pump

NHTSA 23V263000 Reported Apr 13, 2023
Filed by
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (manufacturer recall no. 01A)
Units affected
45,832 (estimate)
Problem
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Jeep Wrangler, Gladiator, and 2022-2023 Ram 1500 vehicles equipped with a 3.0L diesel engine. The high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) may fail.
Risk
Fuel pump failure can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the HPFP and replace additional fuel system components, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 17, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 01A.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Structure: Frame and members

NHTSA 23V191000 Reported Mar 23, 2023
Filed by
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (manufacturer recall no. 28A)
Units affected
35,829 (estimate)
Problem
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. A stud on the frame assembly may puncture the fuel tank in a crash, which can result in a fuel leak.
Risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, remove the frame stud and apply paint, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 6, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 28A.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Power train: Clutch assembly

NHTSA 23V116000 Reported Feb 23, 2023
Filed by
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (manufacturer recall no. 19A)
Units affected
69,201 (estimate)
Problem
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2023 Jeep Wrangler, and 2020-2023 Jeep Gladiator vehicles equipped with manual transmissions. The clutch pressure plate may overheat and fracture.
Risk
Overheated clutch components may increase the risk of a fire. Additionally, damage to other nearby components can result in debris falling onto the road or a loss of drive, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the clutch assembly and update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed from November 16, 2023 through July 25, 2024. Owners may contact (FCA US, LLC) customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is 19A. This recall expands and replaces previous recall 21V-028. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 21V-028 will need to have the new remedy completed.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Engine

NHTSA 22V865000 Reported Nov 23, 2022
Filed by
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (manufacturer recall no. ZB7)
Units affected
62,909 (estimate)
Problem
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Jeep Wrangler 4xe vehicles equipped with 2.0L Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle engines. A loss of communication may cause an engine shutdown.
Risk
An engine shutdown can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
There is more than one involved component and calibration software. Updating the calibration software in the Transmission Control Module, Hybrid Control Processor and Auxiliary Hybrid Control Processor that changes fail safe from shut down to limp home. Dealers will update the transmission control module software, Hybrid Control Processor and Auxiliary Hybrid Control Processor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 22, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall ZB7.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Engine and 1 more component

NHTSA 22V767000 Reported Oct 13, 2022
Filed by
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (manufacturer recall no. Z96)
Components
Engine; Fuel system, gasoline: Delivery: Fuel pump
Units affected
60,413 (estimate)
Problem
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Jeep Wrangler, Ram 1500, and 2021-2022 Jeep Gladiator vehicles equipped with 3.0L diesel engines. The high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) may fail, causing an engine stall.
Risk
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the HPFP and inspect and replace additional fuel system components, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 17, 2023. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is Z96.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Electrical system: Propulsion system: Traction battery

NHTSA 22V768000 Reported Oct 13, 2022
Filed by
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (manufacturer recall no. Z71)
Units affected
13,722 (estimate)
Problem
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Jeep Wrangler Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles. The high voltage (HV) battery pack assembly was built with incorrect fasteners to secure the 200-amp fuse, which can generate excessive heat.
Risk
Excessive heat may cause the fuse to fail and result in a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the HV battery fuse, as necessary. Dealers will also inspect the battery assembly for damage and replace it, if necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 8, 2022. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is Z71.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Exterior lighting

NHTSA 22V326000 Reported May 12, 2022
Filed by
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (manufacturer recall no. Z43)
Units affected
16 (estimate)
Problem
Chryler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The side marker lights may not function due to an incompatible tail light assembly wiring harness. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk
Nonfunctional side marker lights may reduce vehicle visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
FCA will replace the tail light assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 26, 2022 and August 3, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Z43.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Recall summaries are written by NHTSA from manufacturers' defect reports. Dates are when NHTSA received the report.

2022 Jeep Wrangler fuel economy by version

EPA city/highway/combined estimates for each engine, transmission and drive combination; electric figures are in MPGe (miles per gallon equivalent). Annual fuel cost is EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year (55% city, 45% highway) at EPA's current fuel-price assumptions; your cost will vary.

2022 Jeep Wrangler EPA fuel economy
VersionEngineTransmissionDriveFuelCity/Hwy/CombElectric rangeFuel cost/yrCO2 g/mi
Wrangler 2dr 4WD2.0L 4-cyl turboAutomatic 8-spd4-Wheel DriveRegular22/24/23 mpg—$2,900388
Wrangler 2dr 4WD3.6L 6-cyl hybridAutomatic 8-spd4-Wheel DriveRegular20/24/21 mpg—$3,200416
Wrangler 2dr 4WD3.6L 6-cylAutomatic 8-spd4-Wheel DriveRegular18/23/20 mpg—$3,350440
Wrangler 2dr 4WD3.6L 6-cylManual 6-spd4-Wheel DriveRegular17/25/20 mpg—$3,350446
Wrangler 4dr 4WD2.0L 4-cyl turboAutomatic 8-spd4-Wheel DriveRegular21/24/22 mpg—$3,050404
Wrangler 4dr 4WD3.6L 6-cyl hybridAutomatic 8-spd4-Wheel DriveRegular19/24/21 mpg—$3,200421
Wrangler 4dr 4WD3.6L 6-cylAutomatic 8-spd4-Wheel DriveRegular18/23/20 mpg—$3,350443
Wrangler 4dr 4WD3.6L 6-cylManual 6-spd4-Wheel DriveRegular17/23/19 mpg—$3,550459
Wrangler 4dr 4WD6.4L 8-cylAutomatic 8-spd4-Wheel DrivePremium13/17/14 mpg—$5,850623
Wrangler 4dr 4xe2.0L 4-cyl turbo plug-in hybridAutomatic 8-spd4-Wheel DriveRegular Gas and Electricity / Electricity20/20/20 mpg
49 MPGe on electricity
22 mi$3,350230
Wrangler 4dr EcoDiesel 4WD3.0L 6-cyl turbo dieselAutomatic 8-spd4-Wheel DriveDiesel22/29/25 mpg—$3,850411
Wrangler Rubic 4dr EcoDiesel 4WD3.0L 6-cyl turbo dieselAutomatic 8-spd4-Wheel DriveDiesel21/26/23 mpg—$4,150442

Source: FuelEconomy.gov (U.S. DOE and EPA), file dated Sep 29, 2026. Each version links to its FuelEconomy.gov record.

EPA estimates come from standardized lab tests so cars can be compared fairly; real-world mileage depends on speed, weather, load, tires and driving style.

2022 Jeep Wrangler crash-test ratings

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the tested versions. More stars mean a lower chance of serious injury in that type of crash. Rollover risk is NHTSA's estimated chance of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.

2022 Jeep Wrangler NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings
Tested vehicleOverallFrontalSideRolloverRollover riskForward collision warning
2022 Jeep Wrangler SUV 4WDNot rated4 starsNot rated3 stars27.9%Optional
2022 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 392 SUV 4WDNot ratedNot ratedNot ratedNot rated—No
2022 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited DIESEL SUV 4WDNot ratedNot ratedNot rated3 stars26.7%No
2022 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited PHEV SUV 4WDNot ratedNot ratedNot ratedNot rated—No
2022 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited RHD SUV 4WDNot ratedNot ratedNot rated3 stars26.7%Optional
2022 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited SUV 4WDNot rated4 starsNot rated3 stars26.7%Optional

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program), checked Oct 26, 2026.

Star ratings compare vehicles of similar size and weight; a frontal rating for a large pickup is not directly comparable with one for a small car.

2022 Jeep Wrangler owner complaints

Owners have filed 412 complaints with NHTSA about the 2022 Jeep Wrangler, most recently on Oct 25, 2026. 14 mention a crash, 11 a fire, 6 injured people and 0 deaths. These are unverified reports; a complaint is not proof of a defect.

Most-cited components in 2022 Jeep Wrangler complaints
Component named in complaintsMentions
Electrical system172
Engine93
Steering86
Fuel/propulsion system66
Power train66
Unknown or other65
Suspension59
Vehicle speed control23
Service brakes13
Wheels9

Source: NHTSA consumer complaint files (complaints received since January 1, 2015). One complaint can name several components.

Had a safety problem with your vehicle? You can report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem.

Other Jeep Wrangler model years

Jeep Wrangler by model year
YearCombinedRecallsComplaintsOverall rating
2027 Wrangler14–21 mpg———
2026 Wrangler14–21 mpg312—
2025 Wrangler14–21 mpg682—
2024 Wrangler14–21 mpg14965—
2023 Wrangler14–25 mpg16376—
2021 Wrangler14–25 mpg17962—
2020 Wrangler19–25 mpg13617—
2019 Wrangler19–24 mpg9746—
2018 Wrangler18–24 mpg141,827—
2017 Wrangler18 mpg5311—
2016 Wrangler18 mpg5462—
2015 Wrangler18 mpg3478—

All Jeep Wrangler years compared · Decode a VIN

Other 2022 Jeep models

Sources

  • Recalls: NHTSA recall flat file (FLAT_RCL_POST_2010), dated Oct 27, 2026, plus a live check of api.nhtsa.gov in your browser.
  • Complaints: NHTSA consumer complaint flat files (COMPLAINTS_RECEIVED), counts only — we do not republish complaint text.
  • Crash tests: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings API.
  • Fuel economy: FuelEconomy.gov vehicles file (U.S. DOE and EPA), dated Sep 29, 2026.
  • NHTSA, EPA and DOE do not endorse OpenVIN. Vehicle names identify vehicles only; OpenVIN is not affiliated with Jeep.