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2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee WK

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2022 Grand Cherokee WK.

Transmission Automatic 8-spd

The 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee WK is equipped with an 8‑speed automatic transmission and carries an EPA fuel‑economy rating of 19/26/21 mpg (city/highway/combined). It has recorded 358 total owner complaints, with the electrical system cited as the top complaint area, and has been subject to 23 recalls. These figures situate this model year within the Grand Cherokee’s reliability history, showing a notably higher complaint load for the WK generation.

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

EPA fuel economy19/26/21 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses OE oil filter 68191349AC. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter68191349AC
Engine air filter04861756AA
Spark plugSP225755AB
Battery56029758AB alt 05033393AB
Front wiper blades68194930AB alt 68194931AB
Thermostat68212516AA alt 04893926AH
Cabin air filter68606182AA

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic 8-spd

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length189.8 in
Overall width76.4 in
Overall height69.3 in
Wheelbase115 in
Curb weight4676 lb
Track (front / rear)63.8 / 64.2 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)51/49

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined19 / 26 / 21 mpg
DrivetrainRear-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

The firing order is 1-2-3-4-5-6.

Engine torques

Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs7 ft-lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts70 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs9 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-2-3-4-5-6
Spark Plug ManufacturerMopar
Spark Plug Gap0.043" in
Spark Plug Torque15.0 ft-lbs

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Inspection Procedure (Upper) — tightening sequence 1 stages
1Place jack stands as far out as possible under both lower control arms. Step 3: The vehicle can now be lowered onto the jack stands supporting as much weight as possible. Step 4: Remove front tires. Step 5: Place plunger on upper side of upper ball joint making sure that it is perpendicular to boss machined surface. Step 6: Use a pry bar between upper control arm and knuckle to pry upward. Step 7: Document movement from the dial indicator. Step 8: Replace upper control arm and ball joint if travel exceeds specifications.
Inspection Procedure (Lower) — tightening sequence 1 stages
1Place jack stands as far out as possible under both lower control arms. Step 3: The vehicle can now be lowered onto the jack stands supporting as much weight as possible. Step 4: Remove front tires. Step 5: Place plunger on upper side of upper ball joint making sure that it is perpendicular to boss machined surface. Step 6: Use a pry bar between upper control arm and knuckle to pry upward. Step 7: Document movement from the dial indicator. Step 8: Replace upper control arm and ball joint if travel exceeds specifications.
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
115 ft. lbs., Step 2: 9015 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages
122.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 33.0 ft. lbs., Step 3: 33.0 ft. lbs., Step 4: 125° complete this step without the use of a torque wrench. Step 5: Loosen all fasteners in reverse order. Step 6: 22.0 ft. lbs, Step 7: 33.0 ft. lbs., Step 8: 33.0 ft. lbs., Step 9: 130° complete this step without the use of a torque wrench.22 ft. lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
1Upper Fasteners18 ft. lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
1Upper Fasteners17 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 10,000 mi; spark plugs every 100,000 mi; coolant every 10,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 10,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 10,000 miBattery (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level) · Engine Coolant System Hoses (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill)
Every 12,000 miCabin Air Filter (replace)
Every 20,000 miBrake Linings (inspect) · Suspension System (inspect) · Tie Rod (inspect)
Every 30,000 miDifferential (inspect fluid level) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Transfer Case Assembly (inspect fluid level)
Every 100,000 miPCV Valve (replace) · Spark Plugs (replace)
At 150,000 miDrive Belt (replace) · Drive Belt Tensioner (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)

Owner how-tos

Condensed service procedures for routine maintenance. Procedures that require dealer diagnostic equipment are identified and summarized only.

Common procedures

Key fob — remote (RKE) programming programming new fob buttons Dealer tool OEM · verified
Tool requiredDRBIII scan tool (dealer / locksmith)
WhyTransmitter codes are written into the receiver in the passenger door module
Anti-theft (SKIS) — module initialization after immobilizer module replacement Dealer tool OEM · verified
When neededAfter Sentry Key Immobilizer Module (SKIM) replacement
Tool requiredDRBIII scan tool
Also requiredThe vehicle's four-digit PIN code

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

Owner complaints about the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee WK top in one area — the electrical system, 56 of 358 reports (16%), well ahead of the next concern. None of this vehicle's 12 recall campaigns target the electrical system, so those reports read as owner-reported wear-and-tear rather than an acknowledged defect. 13 of the reports describe a crash and 0 a fire — a small share of the total, but worth weighing against the electrical system pattern above. These are tallies of what owners actually reported to the federal government, not an editorial score — and higher-selling models naturally rack up more reports.

23
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
979
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
2
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
358
Owner complaints
13 involved a crash · 0 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Frontal★★★★★

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 358 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Electrical System56
Forward Collision Avoidance16
Unknown Or Other14
Electrical System,Forward Collision Avoidance13
Power Train,Electrical System,Engine12
Power Train11
Steering11
Fuel/Propulsion System10

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 12 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

23V577000Back Over Prevention:Display FunctionReported 14/08/2023

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… Remedy: 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…

24V111000Visibility:Defroster/Defogger/Hvac SystemReported 15/02/2024

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Jeep Wrangler and 2022-2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. A hybrid control processor (HCP) software error may cause the defrosting and defogging system to be… Remedy: Dealers will update the HCP software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 29, 2024. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 979 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
08-259-262026-07-03Electrical SystemFlash: Integrated Dual Charging Module (IDCM) Updates Customers must experience a…
1126402026-06-30EngineTHROTTLE BODY – NONE
1126392026-06-30EngineTHROTTLE BODY – NONE
1131232026-06-29Service BrakesSPRING KIT - DISC BRAKE PAD
S2208000045 REV.D2026-06-26StructureBackup Camera Poor Image Quality Inspection

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

Does the 2022 Grand Cherokee WK have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 23 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Grand Cherokee WK get?

EPA figures are 19 city / 26 highway / 21 combined mpg.