2021 Dodge Durango Gas Recirculation Valve Recall (22V284)
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) · 1,308 vehicles · Reported April 28, 2022
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling 1,308 2021 Dodge Durango; 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee; 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4XE vehicles. 6L engines. The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve may stick open, resulting in an unexpected loss of drive power. An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 22V284 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 22V284000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | Z31 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | April 28, 2022 |
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) |
| Vehicles | 2021 Dodge Durango; 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee; 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4XE |
| Units affected | 1,308 |
| Component | Engine And Engine Cooling > Exhaust System > Emission Control > Gas Recirculation Valve (Egr Valve) |
| Safety risk | An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2021 Dodge Durango in recall 22V284?
6L engines.
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Dodge Durango, Jeep Grand Cherokee WK, 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee, and 2021-2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles equipped with 3.6L engines. The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve may stick open, resulting in an unexpected loss of drive power.
Is it safe to drive a 2021 Durango with recall 22V284?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
NHTSA has not issued a do-not-drive or park-outside warning for this recall. Still, get the repair done as soon as it is available, and stop driving if you notice symptoms related to the gas recirculation valve.
Which vehicles are included in recall 22V284?
Recall 22V284 covers 1,308 vehicles: 2021 Dodge Durango; 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee; 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4XE.
NHTSA lists 1,308 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Dodge | Durango |
| 2021 | Jeep | Grand Cherokee |
| 2022 | Jeep | Grand Cherokee 4XE |
What is the fix for the Durango gas recirculation valve recall?
Yes. Dealers will replace the EGR valve assembly, free of charge.
Dealers will replace the EGR valve assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 23, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Z31.
When was recall 22V284 announced?
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) reported recall 22V284 to NHTSA on April 28, 2022. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as June 23, 2022.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| April 28, 2022 | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 22V284000. |
| June 23, 2022 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 53 months ago. If your Durango was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my Durango is part of recall 22V284?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 22V284 is open on your Durango, it will be listed there.
Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup. It shows any open safety recall on your vehicle, including 22V284000. Your VIN is on the registration card, the insurance card, and the driver side of the dashboard where it meets the windshield. Recent recalls can take a few days to appear in the lookup.
What should Durango owners do about recall 22V284?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 22V284000 applies to your Durango.
- Call a Dodge dealer and schedule the recall repair. Ask how long the repair takes and whether parts are in stock.
- Get a repair order for every visit, even if the dealer only inspects the vehicle. Read it before you leave and make sure your complaint is written the way you described it.
- Write down when symptoms involving the gas recirculation valve happen: date, mileage, speed, weather and what you felt or heard. Photos and short videos help.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the problem comes back after the repair, return to the dealer and contact a lemon law attorney.
What are Durango owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 755 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 106 of them about the engine.
Since recall 22V284 was reported on April 28, 2022, owners have filed 87 complaints with NHTSA about the engine on these vehicles. 16 of them (18%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt.
How we counted: we matched NHTSA owner complaints for the model years in this recall that list the engine and were received on or after April 28, 2022, then flagged narratives that describe a repeat failure or a problem returning after a dealer repair, recall service or software update. Data from NHTSA, accessed October 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports and may involve a related engine issue rather than this exact defect; automated text matching can miss or misread some reports.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 755 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 106 of them involve the engine. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.
- 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee: 405 complaints in total, 61 about the engine
- 2021 Dodge Durango: 202 complaints in total, 24 about the engine
- 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4XE: 148 complaints in total, 21 about the engine
Examples of what owners have reported to NHTSA (unverified excerpts):
After 95B (hiVolt battery recall) Car has had two system warnings – check hybrid system. Second time i was on fwy, high rush hour traffic and it was raining hard. Car made a big clunk sound (? Transmission shift or engine shift from hybrid elect to gas. Large red wrench displayed.
2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4XE owner, WA, NHTSA complaint 11634495, filed January 6, 2025
The contact owns a 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The contact stated that the RPM's increased and the vehicle stalled.
2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4XE owner, NC, NHTSA complaint 11638830, filed January 27, 2025
I was driving in hybrid mode at approximately 50 mph gently accelerating up a gentle hill. All of a sudden, the vehicle lost a significant amount of its motive power and experienced a significant shudder. The power delivery to the vehicle was significantly reduced for 2-3 seconds, puting myself and family at significant risk.
2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4XE owner, NJ, NHTSA complaint 11639682, filed January 30, 2025
Can recall 22V284 make my Durango a lemon in California?
Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.
A recall by itself does not make a car a lemon. Under California's Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act, what matters is whether a defect covered by the warranty substantially impairs the vehicle's use, value or safety, and whether the manufacturer or its dealers fixed it within a reasonable number of attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).
Engine defects can mean stalling, loss of power, oil consumption or overheating. When the same engine complaint brings the 2021 Dodge Durango back to the dealer more than once, that history matters under California's lemon law.
A remedy is available. Many vehicles are fixed on the first try. If the problem returns after the recall repair, or the 2021 Dodge Durango has needed other repairs for the same defect, those visits count toward a lemon law claim.
For the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, California presumes the manufacturer had enough chances if the Durango went in two or more times for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for the same defect, or spent more than 30 days in the shop (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Direct notice to the manufacturer is required for some of these. The presumption is a shortcut, not the only path to a claim.
An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
A typical pattern: an owner reports the transmission slipping, and the dealer can't verify it. Six months later, NHTSA issues a recall for the same problem. Because the recall confirms the defect, the mileage offset goes back to that first visit.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Frequently asked questions about recall 22V284
Did the recall 22V284 fix work?
Since recall 22V284 was reported on April 28, 2022, owners have filed 87 complaints with NHTSA about the engine on these vehicles. 16 of them (18%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt. If your vehicle still has the problem after the recall repair, go back to the dealer, get a repair order, and talk to a lemon law attorney.
When will owners be notified?
According to NHTSA, owner notification letters were or are scheduled to be mailed June 23, 2022.
Is the 22V284000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
How do I know if my Durango is part of recall 22V284000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
Does a recall mean my car is a lemon?
Not on its own. A lemon law claim depends on whether a covered defect keeps coming back or keeps the vehicle out of service. A recall repair that fails, or repeat visits for the same problem, can support a claim.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 22V284000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Attorney advertising. America’s Lemon Lawyer is a trade name of Wynn Law Group, APC. Responsible attorney: Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320). This page is general information, not legal advice. America’s Lemon Lawyer is not affiliated with NHTSA or Dodge, Jeep. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.