2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee fuel, hybrid & EV propulsion problems

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What owners say

1. Filed Sep 8, 2026NVFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionSeats & Seat BeltsAcceleration & Cruise Control

   Almost got hit my car stopped propulsion. Audio won't work, head unit broken after 65 days at Chapman dealership in Henderson, Nevada zip 89052

   NHTSA complaint #11762727 · source
2. Filed Sep 8, 2026NVFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionSeats & Seat BeltsAcceleration & Cruise Control

   Almost got hit my car stopped propulsion. Audio won't work, head unit broken after 65 days at Chapman dealership in Henderson, Nevada zip 89052

   NHTSA complaint #11762726 · source
3. Filed Jun 3, 2026DEElectrical SystemFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   This complaint involves a violation of safety recall obligations for Jeep Recall 68C (NHTSA Campaign 25V741000) concerning a high-voltage hybrid battery fire hazard. On Friday, May 29, 2026, the vehicle was brought to Carman Chrysler Jeep Dodge (New Castle, DE) for mandatory recall testing. The vehicle failed the manufacturer's diagnostic analysis due to a critical internal cell separator defect. Because of the immediate thermal and fire risk, the dealership service…

   NHTSA complaint #11741906 · source
4. Filed May 31, 2026PAFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionOther / Unknown

   My vehicle will not start so I jumped my battery when my car cut on I had a bunch of lights flashing my engine light my power steering light the miles per hour on my dash was flashing will not let me put my car into drive or reverse and when I did get it into drive my steering wheel was completely locked. After a few minutes. The vehicle will cut off again. All of this happened out of nowhere.I I was driving perfectly with no issues the day before

   NHTSA complaint #11741151 · source
5. Filed May 1, 2026PAFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   1st incident: I pulled out from [XXX] onto [XXX] . As I was accelerating to reach the speed limit the gas pedal became unresponsive around 30-40 mph losing all propulsion. I pushed the gas pedal to the floor and it still did not accelerate, slowing the vehicle down with highway traffic approaching from behind. After 5-10 seconds the pedal suddenly became responsive and the car began to accelerate at a bit of a slower rate than typical for the first few seconds then…

   NHTSA complaint #11735214 · source
6. Filed Apr 8, 2026NJElectrical SystemEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   The vehicle experienced a hybrid system/charging failure documented by the servicing dealership as “service hybrid system message and vehicle will not charge.” The vehicle also had battery-related failure requiring a jump and repeated service visits. This caused loss of use and raised reliability and safety concerns.

   NHTSA complaint #11730030 · source
7. Filed Mar 5, 2026NYElectrical SystemFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   Vehicle recently had recall 68c completed. Was driving in electric mode on the highway at approximately 55mph. Upon pressing accelerator further to increase speed to pass another vehicle, I lost all electric power and the vehicle lost speed down to 40mph, despite accelerator pedal being pressed to the floor. Approx 3-5 seconds later, gas engine started, revved high, vehicle lunged forward to 65mph, continued to accelerate after releasing accelerator pedal, and was able to be…

   NHTSA complaint #11722374 · source
8. Filed Jan 16, 2026WYEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   Was driving on a crowded interstate highway that runs through Denver when my 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe suddenly turned off. Luckily, there were no cars in the adjacent lane and I had enough forward momentum to get across that lane and onto the shoulder of the road. There were no warning lights or alarm sounds, the engine just turned off. After reaching the shoulder, I restarted the car and could drive it to a dealership. It is currently at the Jeep dealership undergoing…

   NHTSA complaint #11711551 · source
9. Filed Jan 12, 2026COElectrical SystemEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   The vehicle has abruptly lost power and shut down while driving. This has happened while pulling out to cross traffic at intersections which have nearly caused an accident from the vehicle abruptly losing power in the middle of the intersection. The emergency braking system has also activated without any obstructions in front of the vehicle resulting in vehicles behind me nearly hitting me. The vehicle's four wheel drive system has also been inoperable with no parts…

   NHTSA complaint #11710308 · source
10. Filed Jan 4, 2026NVElectrical SystemFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionOther / Unknown

    My vehicle is subject to active recall 68C involving high-voltage battery fire risk in Jeep 4xe vehicles. Manufacturer has confirmed recall applies to this vehicle, but no remedy is currently available. I have been instructed to limit charging and parking due to risk of thermal event/fire. This creates an ongoing safety risk to myself, family, my home, nearby properties and others. My vehicle remains in use without a permanent fix.

    NHTSA complaint #11708620 · source
11. Filed Dec 31, 2025FLElectrical SystemFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionTransmission & Drivetrain

    The vehicle has experienced recurring safety-related issues associated with the hybrid electrical and propulsion systems. During normal operation, warning messages related to the hybrid system appeared, and the vehicle entered reduced functionality or became unreliable to operate. These conditions created concern about potential loss of propulsion while driving. In addition to propulsion concerns, the vehicle was subject to manufacturer recalls related to the high-voltage…

    NHTSA complaint #11708123 · source
12. Filed Dec 26, 2025KYFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

    I have experienced abrupt loss of propulsion events consistent with recall 25V-576. I have reached out to Stellantis repeatedly for resolution and no one ever follows up with an answer or a resolution.

    NHTSA complaint #11707113 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology