2022 Jeep Wrangler engine problems
85 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2022 Jeep Wrangler — 23% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“I am writing regarding my 2022 Jeep Wrangler 4xe (VIN [XXX]), which has been out of service since January 2026 as a direct result of a manufacturer safety recall involving the high-voltage battery (Safety Recall 68C). The vehicle became inoperable because of this recall-related issue and has…”
filed Jul 6, 2026
“I own a 2022 4xe, ater the 68c recall the power of the electric drive is limited. Frequent power loss occurs on highway driving during acceleration (merging onto highway or passing other cars). Despite the battery being charged up to 50% there is only 25% power available. The car is a plug in…”
filed Jun 28, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- A loss of communication may cause an engine shutdownCampaign 22V865000 · Nov 23, 2022
- High pressure fuel pump (HPFP) may fail, causing an engine stallCampaign 22V767000 · Oct 13, 2022
Related service bulletins
CORE – HEATER
113271 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jul 7, 2026CORE – HEATER
113270 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jul 7, 2026THROTTLE BODY – NONE
112639 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jun 30, 2026THROTTLE BODY – NONE
112640 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jun 30, 2026BOLT - HEX FLANGE HEAD
112842 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jun 18, 2026
Engine problems in other Wrangler years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Wrangler | 23 | 39% |
| 2024 Wrangler | 390 | 59% |
| 2023 Wrangler | 95 | 28% |
| 2021 Wrangler | 213 | 24% |
| 2020 Wrangler | 50 | 8% |
| 2019 Wrangler | 42 | 6% |
| 2018 Wrangler | 98 | 5% |
| 2017 Wrangler | 61 | 20% |
| 2016 Wrangler | 88 | 19% |
| 2015 Wrangler | 125 | 27% |
| 2014 Wrangler | 322 | 50% |
| 2013 Wrangler | 140 | 22% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2022 Jeep Wrangler
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.