2022 Jeep Grand Wagoneer
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2022 models.

- Class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
- Body styles
- 4dr SUV 4WD
- Engines
- 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 6.4L 8-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 17 combined · 15 city / 21 hwy
- Length
- 214.6 in
- Curb weight
- 6,341 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 10 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 17 MPG combined, 12% below the 2022 standard SUV average of 19.4 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
- 10 recallsMore than similar models (about 5). Confirm repairs with the VIN.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 9 similar 2022 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2022 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is a standard SUV offered with 2 engines (3.0L 6-cyl turbo and 6.4L 8-cyl) and rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 215 inches long and 84 inches wide on a 123-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 6,341 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 17 MPG combined (15 city / 21 highway), 12% worse than the 2022 standard SUV average of 19.4 MPG, for an estimated $4,850 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 10 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 63 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the electrical system.
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr SUV 4WD | 214.6 in | 83.5 in | 75.6 in | 122.8 in | 68.5 / 68.5 in | 6,341 lb | 51/49 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
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| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Wagoneer 2WD | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 8-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 21 / 17 | -12% | $4,850 | 521 |
| Grand Wagoneer 4WD | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 8-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 14 / 20 / 17 | -10% | $4,850 | 537 |
| Grand Wagoneer 2WD | 6.4L 8-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 13 / 19 / 15 | -23% | $5,500 | 595 |
| Grand Wagoneer 4WD | 6.4L 8-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 13 / 18 / 15 | -21% | $5,500 | 602 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2022 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2022 Jeep Grand Wagoneer.
Similar 2022 standard SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (this car) | 17 MPG | Not rated | 10 |
| 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 23 MPG | Not rated | 24 |
| 2022 GMC Yukon | 23 MPG | ★★★★★ | 5 |
| 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe | 24 MPG | ★★★★★ | 4 |
| 2022 Ford Expedition | 19 MPG | ★★★★★ | 12 |
| 2022 Toyota Sequoia | 15 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2022 Nissan Armada | 16 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
Recalls (10)
Structure › Body › Roof And Pillars · Sep 10, 2026
NHTSA campaign 26V584000 · 97,349 vehicles
- Problem
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Jeep Wagoneer, 2022-2026 Jeep Grand Wagoneer, 2023-2025 Jeep Wagoneer L, and 2023-2026 Jeep Grand Wagoneer L vehicles. The pivot bolts for the roof rack crossbars may not have been tightened properly, allowing them to detach.
- Risk
- Detached roof rack crossbars can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the roof rack crossbar pivot bolts, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, are expected to be mailed October 8, 2026. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 81D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 17, 2026.
Structure › Exterior Trim · Sep 25, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V642000 · 123,396 vehicles
- Problem
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Jeep Wagoneer and Jeep Grand Wagoneer vehicles. The quarter trim on the driver and passenger windows may not have been properly secured, which can allow it to detach.
- Risk
- Detached trim pieces can create a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect and replace the quarter window glass assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning February 19, 2026. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 88C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 2, 2025.
Structure › Exterior Trim · Sep 11, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V593000 · 163,735 vehicles
- Problem
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Jeep Wagoneer and Jeep Grand Wagoneer vehicles. The trim on the driver and passenger doors may not have been installed properly, which can allow it to detach.
- Risk
- Detached trim pieces can create a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect and replace the door trim, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 25, 2025. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 77C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 18, 2025.
Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera · Jun 13, 2024
NHTSA campaign 24V436000 · 1,033,433 vehicles
- Problem
- 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."
- Risk
- A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- 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.
Seat Belts › Rear/Other › Buckle Assembly · Oct 26, 2023
NHTSA campaign 23V716000 · 97,066 vehicles
- Problem
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Jeep Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer vehicles. The third-row seat belts may not allow occupants to properly access or fasten the seat belt to the buckle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 208, "Occupant Crash Protection" and 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."
- Risk
- An unfastened seat belt may increase the risk of injury to occupants during a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect and replace the third-row seat belt buckle, as necessary, 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 A7A.
Back Over Prevention › Display Function · Aug 14, 2023
NHTSA campaign 23V577000 · 162,713 vehicles
- Problem
- 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."
- Risk
- 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.
- Fix
- 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.
Structure › Body › Roof And Pillars · Aug 3, 2023
NHTSA campaign 23V545000 · 44,708 vehicles
- Problem
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Jeep Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer vehicles. The upper B-pillar interior trim may not be fully seated and could interfere with the side curtain air bag (SABIC) deployment. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 226, "Ejection Mitigation."
- Risk
- A compromised deployment of the SABIC can reduce occupant protection in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect and reseat or replace the trim pieces as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 17, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 76A.
Back Over Prevention › Display Function · Dec 21, 2021
NHTSA campaign 21V00A000 · 7 vehicles
- Problem
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Jeep Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer 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."
- Risk
- A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will reprogram the radio software, free of charge. All affected vehicles are still within dealership inventory and therefore no owner notification letters will be sent. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is YA1.
Seats · Nov 23, 2021
NHTSA campaign 21V919000 · 793 vehicles
- Problem
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Jeep Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer vehicles. The second-row center-seat recliner pull strap may bind on the seat trim surface, preventing the seat back from locking into the upright position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 207, "Seating Systems."
- Risk
- A seat back that is not locked into position can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect and replace as necessary, the rear center-seat recliner strap, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 23, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Y86.
Air Bags › Air Bag/Restraint Control Module › Software · Nov 10, 2021
NHTSA campaign 21V873000 · 99,255 vehicles
- Problem
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L, 2022 Jeep Wagoneer, and Grand Wagoneer vehicles. The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) may have incorrect software which can disable the driver, passenger, and knee air bags without warning.
- Risk
- Disabled air bags can increase the risk of injury to occupants in a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will reprogram the ORC, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 2, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Y79.
Not every 2022 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2022 Jeep Grand Wagoneer buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 10 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Electrical System — 21 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Steering — 12 owner reports. Turn lock-to-lock while parked and on the road; listen for noises and feel for heavy or loose steering.
- Engine — 9 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 33,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2022 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Grand Wagoneer years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Grand Wagoneer | 19 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2026 Grand Wagoneer | 19 | 214.6 in | Not rated | 5 | 5 |
| 2025 Grand Wagoneer | 17 | 214.6 in | Not rated | 3 | 3 |
| 2024 Grand Wagoneer | 17 | 226.8 in | Not rated | 8 | 37 |
| 2023 Grand Wagoneer | 17 | 214.6 in | Not rated | 8 | 49 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Jeep. How we calculate this →