Dealer visit checklist
2022 Jeep Cherokee checklist
Print it or keep it on your phone. Tick each item as you go so nothing gets missed.
Inspect the car
- Check every panel gap and look for mismatched paint (signs of past accident repair)
- Look at the tires: even wear, matching brands, at least 4/32" tread
- Check under the car and engine bay for oil, coolant or other leaks
- Start the engine cold; listen for knocks, ticks or squeals and watch for smoke
- Test every window, lock, seat, light, the A/C, heat and infotainment
- Test drive on city streets and highway: straight braking, smooth shifts, no pulling
- Ask for the service records and a vehicle history report
- Have an independent mechanic do a pre-purchase inspection (about $100–$200)
Known 2022 Jeep Cherokee problems to check
- 9-speed ZF automatic transmission can exhibit hesitation, rough shifts, and occasional shuddering — a persistent issue across multiple Cherokee model years
- 2.0L turbocharged engine has reported oil consumption concerns and some owners report timing chain noise especially if oil changes are delayed
- Infotainment system (Uconnect) may experience freezes or Bluetooth connectivity drops, particularly on units without the latest software updates
- Electrical gremlins including battery drain and random warning lights have been documented in owner forums and NHTSA complaints
- Suspension components including control arm bushings and wheel bearings tend to wear earlier than segment rivals, with some owners reporting replacements before 80,000 miles
Ask: have these recalls been fixed?
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The turn signal self-canceling feature may not function properly.
- AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Jeep Cherokee vehicles.
- POWER TRAIN: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Jeep Cherokee vehicles.
Negotiate the price
- Know the typical price: about $25,000 for this model year
- Negotiate the out-the-door price, not the monthly payment
- Get the full price with every fee listed in writing before you sign
- Bring your own loan pre-approval so the dealer has a rate to beat
- Say no to add-ons you didn't ask for (paint protection, VIN etching, nitrogen tires)
- Negotiate your trade-in separately, after the car's price is agreed
- Be ready to walk away; another listing is usually a click away