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P0222 on JEEP CHEROKEE

Severity
Medium
NHTSA Reports
2
Most Affected
2014, 2018

What P0222 Means on Your JEEP CHEROKEE

Real JEEP CHEROKEE Owner Reports (Source: NHTSA Complaints Database)

"Service shifter message on. all the gear shift lights are on. dealership reported wire harness wires are 'frayed' needs to be replaced. never had any work done in that area. has to be a manufacturing problem. this has also caused the following engine code to arise."

— 2014 JEEP CHEROKEE owner • POWER TRAIN • Filed 08/15/2019

Data from NHTSA Vehicle Complaints Database. All reports are filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.

Common Causes of P0222 on JEEP CHEROKEE

50%
50%

Percentages based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

Complaint Trend by Year

2014
1
2018
1

What To Do Next

  1. 1
    Check for recalls on YOUR VIN

    Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your VIN. Free repairs if your vehicle is covered.

  2. 2
    Get a proper diagnosis

    A code alone doesn't tell you the exact failed part. A diagnostic at a shop ($50-$150) pinpoints the root cause before you spend money on parts.

  3. 3
    Compare repair quotes

    Get 2-3 quotes. Dealer vs independent shop prices often differ 30-50% for the same repair.

P0222 on Other Vehicles

Data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (U.S. Department of Transportation) and the SAE J2012 OBD-II standard. Code definitions follow the SAE J2012 / ISO 15031-6 standard. Owner reports are filed directly with NHTSA by vehicle owners. This information is provided for educational purposes only and should not replace professional automotive diagnosis. Always consult a qualified mechanic for vehicle repair decisions.

Last updated: March 2026