2022 Jeep Wrangler Willys 4-door 6MT
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- Photo: 2025 Jeep Wrangler 2-Door Sport in Joose, front right, 2025-08-24 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: JEEP WRANGLER (JL) China (5) by Dinkun Chen, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Jeep Wrangler Sahara Seite by KarleHorn, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2024 Jeep Wrangler four-door Sahara in Silver Zynith, rear right, 2026-06-06 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2024 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited interior by Deathpallie325, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2022 Jeep Wrangler Willys 4-door 6MT is a 285-hp 3.6-liter with a 6-speed manual and four-wheel drive. It starts at $40,100 MSRP and is rated at 19 mpg combined.
It makes 285 horsepower at 6,400 rpm and 260 lb-ft of torque at 4800 rpm, spinning to a 6,600 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 17 mpg city and 23 mpg highway (19 mpg combined).
The Wrangler measures 188.4 inches long on a 118.4-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,167 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $40,100 |
| MSRP with Destination | $41,695 |
| Destination Charge | $1,595 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 with ESS |
| Displacement | 3.6 L |
| Horsepower | 285 hp @ 6,400 rpm |
| Torque | 260 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm |
| Redline | 6,600 rpm |
| Injection Type | Sequential MPI |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | 4WD |
| Differential Type | Command-Trac NV241 part-time two-speed transfer case (2.72:1 low); next-generation Dana solid axles; optional Trac-Lok limited-slip rear |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual (DEM / D478) |
| 1st Gear | 5.13 |
| 2nd Gear | 2.63 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.53 |
| 4th Gear | 1 |
| 5th Gear | 0.81 |
| 6th Gear | 0.72 |
| Reverse | 4.49 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 17 MPG |
| Highway | 23 MPG |
| Combined | 19 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular gasoline |
| Tank Capacity | 21.5 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Solid axle, five-link (leading link) |
| Rear Suspension | Solid axle, five-link (trailing arm) |
| Turning Diameter | 40.8 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 12.9 in |
| Rear Brake Disc | 12.9 in |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 17 x 7.5 in aluminum |
| Wheels Rear | 17 x 7.5 in aluminum |
| Tires Front | LT255/75R17 |
| Tires Rear | LT255/75R17 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 188.4 in |
| Width | 73.8 in |
| Height | 73.6 in |
| Wheelbase | 118.4 in |
| Front Track | 62.9 in |
| Rear Track | 62.9 in |
| Ground Clearance | 9.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,167 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 42.6 in |
| Headroom Rear | 41.7 in |
| Legroom Front | 41.2 in |
| Legroom Rear | 38.3 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 55.7 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 55.7 in |
| Hip Room Front | 53.9 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 56.7 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | Not rated |
| Frontal crash | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | Not rated |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ (27.9 % risk) |
Recalls
15 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2022 Jeep WRANGLER. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Jun 4, 2026 · STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:PUMP Park outside
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Jeep Wrangler, Wrangler 4XE, and Jeep Gladiator vehicles. The electric hydraulic power steering pump wiring may overheat and cause a vehicle fire, even when the vehicle is parked with the ignition in the "Off" position.
Consequence: A vehicle fire increases the risk of injury.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures, until their vehicle is repaired. Dealers will inspect and replace the wiring and electric hydraulic power steering pump, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 9, 2026. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is 21D. The Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on June 11, 2026.
NHTSA campaign 26V363000
Oct 30, 2025 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY Park outside
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Jeep Wrangler 4Xe and 2022-2026 Grand Cherokee 4Xe vehicles. The high voltage battery may fail internally and lead to a vehicle fire while parked or driving.
Consequence: A vehicle fire can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures and not to charge their vehicles until the remedy is completed. Dealers will update the high voltage battery software, and replace the high voltage battery, as necessary, free of charge. Some owner notification letters were mailed beginning December 17, 2025. The remaining owner notification letters will be mailed at a later date. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 68C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning November 6, 2025. Vehicles that were previously recalled for the same issue under NHTSA Recalls 24V720 and 23V787 will need to have the new remedy performed.
NHTSA campaign 25V741000
Sep 12, 2024 · BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2024 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The wiring harness for the rearview camera and the center brake light may short circuit, which can disable the rearview camera image and center brake light. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 111, "Rear Visibility" and 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Consequence: A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, a center brake light that fails to illuminate can fail to indicate to other drivers that the vehicle is slowing down, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers replaced the harness for the center brake light and rearview camera and/or the spare tire carrier/harness assembly, as necessary, free of charge. All vehicles were repaired by January 15, 2024. Owner notification letters were mailed September 26, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 77B.
NHTSA campaign 24V676000
Sep 5, 2024 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Jeep Gladiator and 2018-2024 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The instrument panel cluster may experience an internal short circuit and fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Controls and Displays."
Consequence: An instrument panel that fails to display critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the instrument panel cluster, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed between October 3, 2024, and January 23, 2025. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 30B.
NHTSA campaign 24V652000
Feb 15, 2024 · VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
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 inoperative. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 103, "Windshield Defrosting and Defogging Systems."
Consequence: An inoperative windshield defrosting and defogging system may decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
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. Chrysler's number for this recall is 04B.
NHTSA campaign 24V111000
Nov 22, 2023 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY Park outside
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Jeep Wrangler Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles. The high voltage battery may fail internally and lead to a vehicle fire while parked or driving.
Consequence: A vehicle fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to recharge their vehicles, and to park outside and away from structures, until they are repaired. Dealers will update the high voltage battery pack software and replace the battery pack assembly if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 7, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 89A. This recall is superseded by NHTSA Recall 24V-720.
NHTSA campaign 23V787000
Sep 18, 2023 · POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Chrysler (FCA US), LLC is recalling certain 2022-2023 Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator vehicles equipped with a manual transmission. The rearview camera may fail to display the rearview image and the reverse lights may not illuminate when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 111, "Rear Visibility" and 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Consequence: A disabled rearview image can decrease the driver's visibility of the rear view, and disabled reverse lights may not alert others that the vehicle is reversing, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the gear position sensor, 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 92A.
NHTSA campaign 23V641000
Apr 27, 2023 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Jeep Wrangler Plug-In Hybrid Electric vehicles (PHEV). The high voltage (HV) battery pack assembly was built with incorrect fasteners to secure the 200-amp fuse, which can generate excessive heat.
Consequence: Excessive heat may cause the fuse to fail and result in a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the HV battery fuse, as necessary. Dealers will also inspect the battery assembly for damage and replace it, if necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 23, 2023. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 53A. This recall is an expansion of previous recall 22V-768.
NHTSA campaign 23V303000
Apr 13, 2023 · FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Jeep Wrangler, Gladiator, and 2022-2023 Ram 1500 vehicles equipped with a 3.0L diesel engine. The high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) may fail.
Consequence: Fuel pump failure can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the HPFP and replace additional fuel system components, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 17, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 01A.
NHTSA campaign 23V263000
Mar 23, 2023 · STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. A stud on the frame assembly may puncture the fuel tank in a crash, which can result in a fuel leak.
Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, remove the frame stud and apply paint, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 6, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 28A.
NHTSA campaign 23V191000
Feb 23, 2023 · POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2023 Jeep Wrangler, and 2020-2023 Jeep Gladiator vehicles equipped with manual transmissions. The clutch pressure plate may overheat and fracture.
Consequence: Overheated clutch components may increase the risk of a fire. Additionally, damage to other nearby components can result in debris falling onto the road or a loss of drive, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the clutch assembly and update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed from November 16, 2023 through July 25, 2024. Owners may contact (FCA US, LLC) customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is 19A. This recall expands and replaces previous recall 21V-028. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 21V-028 will need to have the new remedy completed.
NHTSA campaign 23V116000
Nov 23, 2022 · ENGINE
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Jeep Wrangler 4xe vehicles equipped with 2.0L Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle engines. A loss of communication may cause an engine shutdown.
Consequence: An engine shutdown can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: There is more than one involved component and calibration software. Updating the calibration software in the Transmission Control Module, Hybrid Control Processor and Auxiliary Hybrid Control Processor that changes fail safe from shut down to limp home. Dealers will update the transmission control module software, Hybrid Control Processor and Auxiliary Hybrid Control Processor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 22, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall ZB7.
NHTSA campaign 22V865000
Oct 13, 2022 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Jeep Wrangler Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles. The high voltage (HV) battery pack assembly was built with incorrect fasteners to secure the 200-amp fuse, which can generate excessive heat.
Consequence: Excessive heat may cause the fuse to fail and result in a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the HV battery fuse, as necessary. Dealers will also inspect the battery assembly for damage and replace it, if necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 8, 2022. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is Z71.
NHTSA campaign 22V768000
Oct 13, 2022 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Jeep Wrangler, Ram 1500, and 2021-2022 Jeep Gladiator vehicles equipped with 3.0L diesel engines. The high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) may fail, causing an engine stall.
Consequence: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the HPFP and inspect and replace additional fuel system components, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 17, 2023. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is Z96.
NHTSA campaign 22V767000
May 12, 2022 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Chryler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The side marker lights may not function due to an incompatible tail light assembly wiring harness. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Consequence: Nonfunctional side marker lights may reduce vehicle visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: FCA will replace the tail light assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 26, 2022 and August 3, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Z43.
NHTSA campaign 22V326000
406 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2022 Jeep WRANGLER
Owner Complaints
406 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2022 Jeep WRANGLER (14 mention a crash, 11 a fire, 6 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Electrical System | 173 |
| Engine | 93 |
| Steering | 84 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 66 |
| Power Train | 66 |
| Unknown Or Other | 64 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2022 JEEP WRANGLER. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.