AI Damage2022 Jeep Wagoneer: common problems
Owners of the 2022 Jeep Wagoneer filed 209 complaints with NHTSA, most often about electrical system and engine. The maker issued 618 service bulletins for this year. We found 1 repair videos on YouTube. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Owner complaints
- 209
- involving a crash
- 12
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 618
- YouTube repair videos
- 1
What fails most often
- 1 Electrical system 59% of all complaints
- 2 Engine 26% of all complaints
- 3 Service brakes 18% of all complaints
- 4 Steering 15% of all complaints
- 5 Powertrain 13% of all complaints
- 6 Forward collision avoidance 13% of all complaints
- 7 Suspension 7% of all complaints
- 8 Seats 5% of all complaints
- Electrical system: 123 complaints (59% of all), 4 of them with a crash reported by the owner; manufacturer bulletins for this component: 240.
- Engine: 54 complaints (26% of all), 1 of them with a crash reported by the owner; manufacturer bulletins for this component: 37.
- Service brakes: 38 complaints (18% of all), 5 of them with a crash reported by the owner; manufacturer bulletins for this component: 14.
- Steering: 31 complaints (15% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 49.
- Powertrain: 27 complaints (13% of all), 1 of them with a crash reported by the owner; manufacturer bulletins for this component: 53.
Engines and transmissions
US-market versions per EPA. On the right: how many NHTSA complaints name this engine or transmission type.
- 5.7 L · hybrid · 8 cylnamed in 5 complaints
- automatic, 8-speed
Drive: RWD, AWD
Symptoms owners describe
How many of the 209 NHTSA complaints mention each symptom (automatic count from complaint text; one complaint can mention several).
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 123 | 4 | 240 |
| Engine | 54 | 1 | 37 |
| Service brakes | 38 | 5 | 14 |
| Steering | 31 | 0 | 49 |
| Powertrain | 27 | 1 | 53 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 27 | 4 | 6 |
| Suspension | 15 | 0 | 23 |
| Seats | 10 | 0 | 43 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 9 | 0 | 8 |
| Lane departure | 8 | 0 | 11 |
| Structure | 7 | 1 | 94 |
| Wheels | 6 | 0 | 9 |
| Exterior lighting | 5 | 0 | 30 |
| Backover prevention | 4 | 0 | 27 |
What owners report
Short excerpts of NHTSA complaints in the original wording. These are owner statements not verified by NHTSA; personal data removed.
Auto was being towed by my RV. Frame rail extension welds on vehicle failed and vehicle broke loose and struck utility pole destroying it. Could have hit oncoming traffic or innocent bystanders. Vehicle being inspected by Chrysler third party inspectors and State Farm Insurance.
In addition, the contact stated that an unknown warning light was illuminated. The contact stated the vehicle went through the backyard and crashed into the kid's wooden play set. The contact's wife was an occupant in the vehicle when the failure occurred. A police report was filed.
I hit a deer head on then a tree directly after head on at around 35mph and the air bags did not deploy
There was no FCW, no visual or audio warnings, no brake jerking or braking at all. The front collision sensors failed, which may have assisted in preventing this accident. My vehicle is at a collision center waiting for an estimate to get fix, my insurance company has been notified.
On XXX my 2022 Jeep Wagoneer completely shut down while driving down the road without any warnings! This is actually the 3rd time this vehicle has shut down on me and it is absolutely terrifying and a HUGE risk for anyone riding in this vehicle when it happens, as well as other vehicles in its pathway.The first time…
My 2022 Jeep Wagoneer has experienced four separate incidents of complete power loss while being operated. During these events, the electrical displays went dark and electrical functions stopped working on the entire vehicle On [XXX], the vehicle lost all power while I was pulling into my garage.
2022 Jeep Wagoneer — VIN [XXX]. Both front sun visor mounting brackets have broken. The driver-side visor can become loose/detached and obstruct the driver's view. Passenger-side visor has also broken. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Drivers side seatbelt saying not buckled even when buckled. Needing to rebuckle for it to register. Low-voltage warnings appearing while driving. Multiple dashboard warning lights appearing simultaneously - low-voltage and check engine light.
When owners complained
NHTSA complaints by filing year. The peak shows at what age the problems show up most.
Comparison
By complaint count this model year ranks 314 of 2,102 model years in the NHTSA data (top 15% most complained about).
On average one model year of the Wagoneer has 61 complaints (6 years in the data). This year has 209, above average.
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
- Service brakes. Pedal feel, ABS operation, leaks, discs and hoses.
- Steering. Steering play, power assist, rack and tie rods after a wheel impact.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- R1H Radio U41.10 Software Update - Dealer Option Customers may experience one or more of the following
SYMPTOM: ● **Speakers may emit a humming, screeching, buzzing, clicking, or bass noise (not related to the amplifier).** ● FCW OFF light ON with no DTCs and can't turn off. ● Blank screen and then reboot every 2…
- RAIL KIT – LUGGAGE AND REMOVABLE
- Rotary Shifter Lights Blinking, Shifter Not Moving, Not Going Into Gear
- PUMP, Auxiliary Coolant, High Temperature Before replacing the High Temperature Auxiliary Coolant Pump,…
PUMP, Auxiliary Coolant, High Temperature Before replacing the High Temperature Auxiliary Coolant Pump, please perform the following steps: 1) Key ON/OFF and let the after-run pump run for at least 20 minutes before…
- MOTOR - WINDOW REGULATOR
- Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) Message “Park Assist System Unavailable” or “Service Park Assist System”,…
Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) Message “Park Assist System Unavailable” or “Service Park Assist System”, “Rear Braking Assist Unavailable” or “Service Rear Braking Assist System" with Performance Diagnostic Trouble…
- Service Electric Power Steering (EPS) Message On Instrument Cluster
- PUMP, Auxiliary Coolant Before replacing the Auxiliary Coolant Pump, please perform the following steps
1) Key ON/OFF and let the after-run pump run for at least 20 minutes before moving on to step #2. 2) Inspect the pump connector area for presence of water. 3) Inspect the pump connector for corrosion. 4) Inspect the…
- Flash
Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must SYMPTOM: exhibit/set one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs)…
- CORE – HEATER
- Fuel Delivery Module Before replacing the fuel module for DTCs P0461 and P062A and other not start, long…
Fuel Delivery Module Before replacing the fuel module for DTCs P0461 and P062A and other not start, long crank, fuel gauge accuracy and drivability issues, the technician should disconnect the electrical connector at…
- SPRING KIT - DISC BRAKE PAD
NHTSA lists 618 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
Repair videos
We do not copy videos: these are YouTube links credited to their authors. Amounts are as stated by the author and not verified by us.
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Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Jeep Wagoneer?
Owner complaints to NHTSA most often mention: electrical system, engine, service brakes. Total complaints: 209. The most frequent symptoms in complaint texts: warning lights, check engine (25%), infotainment or screen glitches (14%), steering or power steering problems (14%).
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2022 Jeep Wagoneer?
NHTSA lists 618 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2022 Jeep Wagoneer from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.