MotorCaliberNHTSA Safety Index

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Jeep Grand Wagoneer

NHTSA safety across every Jeep Grand Wagoneer model year we cover.

Across the 5 model years of the Jeep Grand Wagoneer we cover (2022 to 2026), the strongest crash-test showing is the 2026 at 91 on the NHTSA Safety Index. 24 recalls have been issued across those years.

THE MOTORCALIBER REVIEW
MotorCaliber editorial Reviewed against NHTSA data 2026-07-03

The Jeep Grand Wagoneer is a full-size, three-row SUV positioned at the top of Stellantis's Jeep lineup, competing in the premium domestic hauler segment alongside rivals like the Cadillac Escalade and Lincoln Navigator. It targets buyers who want maximum interior space, towing capability, and a nameplate with American heritage. Safety-conscious shoppers, however, will want to look closely before signing.

Here at MotorCaliber, our job is to tell you what the federal data actually says, and for the Grand Wagoneer, the story is complicated. The single most important finding: NHTSA has not crash-tested this vehicle for any model year from 2022 through 2025. That means there is no federal star rating to reassure you, and no independent crash-test benchmark to anchor your confidence. For a vehicle at this price point and size, that absence is a meaningful gap in the safety record. The recall picture adds to the concern. Across the 2022-to-2025 model years, the Grand Wagoneer has accumulated 23 recalls. That is a high count for a relatively short production window and suggests Stellantis has been working through a notable number of engineering and component corrections since launch. Owner complaints total 132 across covered years, with 4 alleged crashes, 7 alleged injuries, and 1 alleged fire reported among them. These are unverified allegations, as NHTSA notes, but the pattern is worth monitoring. The bottom line is straightforward: the Grand Wagoneer offers impressive presence and capability, but its safety profile is genuinely incomplete. Shoppers should check NHTSA's recall database for their specific VIN before purchase, confirm all open recalls are addressed, and accept that without crash-test data, they are making a significant safety leap of faith.

WHAT REVIEWERS SAYReviewers generally praise the Grand Wagoneer for its commanding road presence, richly appointed cabin, and generous passenger space across all three rows. Driving dynamics are described as composed for a vehicle of its size, and the infotainment and comfort features draw consistent approval. Some reviewers note that the overall execution and refinement feel more polished in later model years, though value relative to European luxury SUVs is sometimes questioned.

WHAT TO KNOW
  • NHTSA has not issued a crash-test rating for any Grand Wagoneer model year from 2022 through 2025, meaning there is no federal star score to evaluate structural or occupant protection performance.
  • The Grand Wagoneer has accumulated 23 recalls across just four model years, an elevated count that shoppers should review carefully. Always run your specific VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup tool and confirm all open recalls have been completed before taking delivery.
  • Owner complaints on file with NHTSA include 4 alleged crashes and 7 alleged injuries across 132 total filings. These are unverified allegations, but the volume and nature of the reports warrant attention as you research this model.
  • Because no independent crash-test data exists for this vehicle, safety-focused shoppers may want to compare the Grand Wagoneer against segment rivals that have earned full NHTSA or IIHS ratings before making a final decision.

Most-recalled year on record: 2022 Jeep Grand Wagoneer with 9 recalls.

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