Introduced in the 1960s, the SJ Wagoneer soldiered on ‘til 1991 through the Kaiser, AMC, and Chrysler eras. Complemented by an XJ Cherokee-based variant in the 1980s and as the range-topping trim level of the ZJ Grand Cherokee for the 1993 model year, the Wagoneer has returned in the guise of a full-sizer for MY 2022
Previously called back to update the occupant restraint controller, the Wagoneer and more expensive Grand Wagoneer have been hit by another safety recall. On this occasion, a binding center seat recliner strap prevents the seatback from locking into the upright position.
At the beginning of the press kit for the Wagoneer, Jeep states “legendary 4x4 capability” although the body-on-frame SUVs are not available in Trailhawk spec. Not to be confused with the Hellcat-engined Trackhawk that Jeep offered on the previous-gen Grand Cherokee, the Trailhawk is Jeep’s way of promising ultimate off-road capability.
The Car Pro Jerry Reynolds joins Dave King and Tom Collins to talk about his test drive of the week in the all-new 2022 Jeep Grand Wagoneer, as well as other auto industry news.