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2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee

2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee: electrical problems lead the complaints

Owners filed 351 complaints with NHTSA. The electrical system is by far the most reported area at 46%, more than twice any other, followed by the engine (19%) and forward collision avoidance (17%). No fires, injuries, or deaths are tied to the top areas except forward collision avoidance, which is linked to 2 injuries and 3 crashes. Engine and forward collision avoidance each have 3 crashes, the most of any area.

Most reported areas

Electrical System safety 46%
By far the biggest complaint: 161 reports (46%), with 1 crash. No fires or injuries reported here, but the sheer volume makes this the area to scrutinize.
Engine safety 19%
Second most reported: 67 reports (19%), tied to 3 crashes (the most of any area), with no fires or injuries. Worth a careful check on a test drive.
Forward Collision Avoidance safety 17%
61 reports (17%) and the most serious by outcome: 3 crashes and 2 injuries, the only top area linked to injuries. Several owners describe phantom braking.
Power Train safety 15%
53 reports (15%), with 1 crash and no fires or injuries. A recurring complaint area worth keeping in mind.
Fuel/Propulsion System safety 15%
51 reports (15%), linked to 2 crashes and no fires or injuries. Several reports come from owners of the 4Xe hybrid powertrain.

Source: NHTSA owner complaints · 351 complaints

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General information compiled from public NHTSA complaint data, for reference only — not professional advice and not reviewed by automotive experts. Verify before acting; Team AM is not responsible for decisions made from it.