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moderate Owners of the 2022 Jeep Wrangler have filed 21 NHTSA complaints about the engine at roughly $3,100 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See engine across all vehicles →
Complaints
21
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$3,100
| Model year | engine complaints |
|---|---|
| 2018 Wrangler | 45 |
| 2019 Wrangler | 14 |
| 2020 Wrangler | 29 |
| 2021 Wrangler | 53 |
| 2022 Wrangler (this page) | 21 |
| 2023 Wrangler | 18 |
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What stands out
No new NHTSA engine complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 3 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering engine on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
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The failure pattern owners describe
Owners of the 2022 Jeep Wrangler report a constellation of engine and related system failures that appear very early in the vehicle's life. Coolant system faults trigger check engine lights before 4,000 miles, with at least one repeat failure within three months. Catalytic converters overheat, producing cabin smoke and burning odor; one replacement did not fix the problem.
More serious are the electrical failures tied to the hybrid system. Owners describe complete loss of power at highway speed—70 MPH in one case—disabling power steering and power brakes with no warning. The auxiliary battery fails to recharge and drains the entire electrical system. A related engine compartment fire destroyed one vehicle six hours after parking.
Engine overheating and loss of motive power have triggered multiple dealer visits with different diagnoses each time; one owner was told a complete engine replacement was needed. Water pump failures in cold weather have caused catastrophic coolant loss. Dashboard blackouts occur at stop lights, locking the transmission in park.
The high-pressure fuel pump carries a recall, but dealers cannot obtain parts—owners report calling multiple times only to be told parts arrive weekly in limited quantities and no remedy date is set. One clutch-overheating recall has been pending over a year with no parts available. Owners describe being afraid to drive vehicles they've paid full price for.
Same Jeep Wrangler engine reports on nearby years: 2019 · 2020 · 2021 · 2023
Failure modes owners describe
Coolant System Faults / Check Engine Light
Repeated coolant-related check engine lights appearing on brand-new vehicles with very low mileage. Owners report the dealer diagnosis as 'coolant issue' without specifics. At least one owner experienced the failure twice within three months and under 4,000 miles, raising concerns about engine block damage and safety.
When: 2,286–4,000 miles; 3–5 months of ownership
Symptoms owners cite: Check engine light illumination; Dealer diagnosis: coolant issue; No visible warning signs before light activation
Codes mentioned: Check engine light (no specific codes reported)
Repairs/costs cited: Dealer performed repair but issue recurred in one case; details of coolant repair not specified.
Auxiliary Battery Drain / Hybrid System Electrical Failure
Owners report the auxiliary battery fails to recharge and drains the electrical system, causing the vehicle to lose all power and stall while driving at highway speeds. Power steering and power-assist brakes become inoperable. One owner was initially misdiagnosed as having run out of gasoline. Related to NHTSA Campaign 22V865000 (Engine).
When: ~18,500 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Complete loss of electrical power while driving; Vehicle stalls at highway speed (70 MPH); Power steering inoperative; Power-assist braking inoperative; Warning chime and shift-to-park notification; Low fuel warning light (though fuel was adequate); Service hybrid electrical system warning
Codes mentioned: Hybrid system fault codes (not specified in detail)
Repairs/costs cited: Repair attempted under recall 22V865000; owner reports issue persisted after repair.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA Campaign Number 22V865000 (Engine)
Catalytic Converter Overheating / Exhaust Smoke and Burning Odor
Catalytic converter overheats, producing white smoke, burning odor, and exhaust fumes entering the cabin. One replacement did not resolve the issue; the failure recurred. Owner reports vehicle remained unrepaired at time of complaint filing.
When: 3,000 miles; occurs after refueling and at low speeds
Symptoms owners cite: Check engine warning light; Exhaust smoke from driver's side; Burning odor in cabin; White cloud of smoke while driving and parking; Strong burning smell
Codes mentioned: Check engine light
Repairs/costs cited: Catalytic converter replaced; failure recurred. Vehicle not repaired as of complaint filing.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer notified; case filed; no remedy provided
Engine Compartment Fire
Vehicle caught fire in the engine compartment spontaneously, approximately six hours after parking. The fire destroyed the vehicle; no injuries reported. Owner suspects connection to electrical system recall 23V787000 but notes that recall may not cover diesel models.
When: Unknown mileage; fire occurred six hours after parking
Symptoms owners cite: Engine compartment fire; Vehicle destroyed
Repairs/costs cited: Vehicle destroyed; cause of failure not determined at time of complaint.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Possible connection to NHTSA Campaign Number 23V787000 (Electrical System); owner contact did not notify manufacturer or dealer
High Pressure Fuel Pump / Fuel System Issues
Owners report a recall for the high-pressure fuel pump. Vehicle experiences engine light, cruise control light cycling on and off, stalling, and smoke smell. One owner reports performance limitation messages for fuel system. Owners indicate parts availability delays at dealerships, with dealers claiming they receive parts only once per week.
When: Not specified; one case reports performance limitation while coasting or braking
Symptoms owners cite: Engine light and cruise control light cycling on/off; Vehicle stalling while running; Smoke smell; Performance limited service fuel system message; Reduced fuel economy
Codes mentioned: Check engine light, Performance limited service fuel system
Repairs/costs cited: High-pressure fuel pump identified as recall item; parts not available at dealerships; owners report multiple appointment cancellations due to part shortages.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Recall for high-pressure fuel pump; manufacturer advises parts arrive every 7 days; extensive parts availability delays reported
Engine Overheating / Loss of Motive Power / Multiple Component Failures
Vehicle overheats and loses power while driving at very low speeds. Multiple repair attempts involving water pump, water filter, cylinder head, spark plugs, and oil filter replacement have not resolved the issue. One owner reports three separate dealership visits with different diagnoses each time, ultimately requiring complete engine replacement. Another owner experienced water pump failure in cold weather (20°F) with plastic hose adapter cracking, causing catastrophic coolant loss.
When: ~12,000 miles; cold weather event (20°F) mentioned for one water pump failure
Symptoms owners cite: Excessive shaking; Loss of motive power; Vehicle drives off roadway; Engine overheating; Failure to accelerate; Water pump failure / plastic hose adapter cracking; Catastrophic coolant loss
Repairs/costs cited: Water pump and water filter replaced; cylinder head, spark plugs, oil filter, and other unknown parts replaced; one owner ultimately required complete engine replacement. Water pump failure replaced under warranty.
Hybrid Electrical System / Engine Coupling Failure / Complete Power Loss
Vehicle experiences complete loss of electrical power and shuts down without warning. Owners report 'service hybrid electrical system' warning after shutdown. In one case, vehicle would not start at all, diagnosed as hybrid engine coupling failure. In another case, complete power loss occurred at 30 MPH, happening multiple times.
When: Not specified; one case 05/03/2024
Symptoms owners cite: Complete loss of power; Vehicle shuts down without warning; Service hybrid electrical system warning; Vehicle will not restart; Vehicle stuck in park (cannot release to neutral); No prior warning
Codes mentioned: Service hybrid electrical system
Repairs/costs cited: Hybrid engine coupling identified; vehicle remained unrepaired at dealership at time of complaint.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer (Jeep Cares) notified; open case filed
Dashboard Blackout / System Reset While Driving
Dashboard goes completely black and comes back online while vehicle is in motion at a stop light or sign. System prompts driver to place car in park and shows 'service transmission' message. Once in park, vehicle becomes stuck and cannot be released to neutral. No error codes generated. Owners report this is a known issue in 4XE forums.
When: When starting from complete stop in drive
Symptoms owners cite: Dashboard goes completely black; Dashboard comes back online; Service transmission message; Vehicle stuck in park (cannot release to neutral); No error code generated
Repairs/costs cited: No repair reported; vehicle recovers when completely shut off and restarted.
Death Wobble / Excessive Shaking
Vehicle shakes excessively while driving, described as 'death wobble.' Dealer could not duplicate the failure. No diagnosis or repair completed.
When: ~6,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Excessive shaking while driving; Death wobble
Repairs/costs cited: Dealer could not duplicate; no diagnosis or repair completed by dealer or independent mechanic.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer notified; several cases filed
Recall Parts Availability Delays
Multiple owners report that recall parts for NHTSA Campaign 22V865000 (Engine) and recall 19A (clutch overheating/fire risk) are not available, with dealers claiming they can only order a limited number of parts per week. One owner has waited over a year for clutch recall remedy with no ETA. Owners express safety concerns about delayed recalls.
When: Not applicable; parts distribution issue
Symptoms owners cite: Recall repair delayed indefinitely; Dealer claims parts must be ordered; Limited weekly part allocation; No callback from dealers after ordering; No ETA provided
Repairs/costs cited: No repair possible; parts unavailable.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA Campaign Number 22V865000 (Engine) and Recall 19A (NHTSA 23V-116); remedy not yet available or severely delayed
Synthesized from 21 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
The contact owns a 2022 Jeep Wrangler. The contact became aware that the VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V865000 (Engine) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact…
The contact owns a 2022 Jeep Wrangler. The contact became aware that the VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V865000 (Engine) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact…
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Common questions
How serious is the engine problem on the 2022 Jeep Wrangler?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 21 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $3,100 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the engine typically fail?
Based on the 21 complaints filed, engine issues most often appear around 9,875 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $3,100 for engine repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to engine?
No active recalls currently cover engine issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
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Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2022/Jeep/Wrangler.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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