NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2026 Jeep Wrangler 4-Door Safety Ratings
The 2026 Jeep Wrangler 4-Door scores 74 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Average), 0 recalls, and 6 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2026 Jeep Wrangler 4-Door's NHTSA Safety Index of 74/100 places it in the Average band. Its recall record is clear, with no recalls issued to date. This, along with a perfect defect-record score, contributes positively to its overall rating. However, the vehicle did not undergo a full suite of crash tests, and its avoidance technology offerings are limited. These factors restrict its potential for a higher safety ranking.
The 2026 Jeep Wrangler 4-Door received a NHTSA Safety Index of 74/100 and a 4-out-of-5-star NHTSA frontal crash-test rating, sourced from NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 143 SUVs from 2026 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2026 Jeep Wrangler 4-Door ranks 140 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
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| NHTSA Safety Index | 74 / 100 (Average) |
|---|---|
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 4 / 3 stars |
| Rollover risk | 26.7% |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 6 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 140 of 143 SUVs tested for 2026 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2026 Jeep Wrangler 4-Door?
No recall campaigns have been issued for the 2026 Jeep Wrangler 4-Door, earning a full 20 out of 20 points in the defect record component. This contributes to the model's Safety Index of 74/100, placing it in the Average band. The 27 percent rollover risk is a significant data point for this tall, body-on-frame SUV. Crash protection, anchored by a 4-star frontal result and a 3-star rollover rating, contributes 49.8 out of 70 points. Avoidance technology scores 4.5 out of 10. While electronic stability control is standard, the lack of standard forward collision warning and the unavailability of lane departure warning limit this score. The 2026 model year shows a two-point gain over the 2025's 72/100, an improvement on paper, but the partial crash-test coverage means a complete safety profile remains to be seen.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2026 Jeep Wrangler 4-Door perform in crash tests?
The 2026 Wrangler 4-Door's strongest federal crash-test performance was in frontal impact, where it achieved 4 out of 5 stars. Its rollover rating stands at 3 out of 5 stars, with a 27 percent rollover risk. The dynamic tip test concluded with a "No Tip" result. NHTSA has not published ratings for the overall or side-impact categories for this model year.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 20936
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NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2026 Jeep Wrangler 4-Door have any recalls?
The 2026 Jeep Wrangler 4-Door has zero recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. No park-outside or do-not-drive advisory applies to this model year. Shoppers should still run a VIN check through NHTSA's recall database, as campaigns can be issued at any time after a vehicle enters service.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2026 Jeep Wrangler 4-Door?
Six unverified consumer allegations have been reported to NHTSA for the 2026 model year. The top components named are Steering, Electrical System, and Unknown Or Other, each with two alleged reports, followed by single allegations involving the Fuel/Propulsion System, Seats, and Air Bags. No crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths are alleged.
6 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2026 Jeep Wrangler 4-Door?
Zero recalls are on file today for this current model-year vehicle. However, recall campaigns can open after initial sale, so the most important step for any shopper is to run the specific VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup tool before purchase. Verify that any future remedy has been completed at a dealership.
- The 2026 model year carries zero NHTSA recall campaigns, earning a perfect 20/20 defect-record score and marking a clean regulatory start for this production year.
- NHTSA has not issued overall or side crash-test ratings for the 2026 Wrangler 4-Door, so buyers cannot compare it on those dimensions against vehicles with full five-category ratings.
- The 3-out-of-5-star rollover rating and a 27-percent rollover risk figure are specific to this model year's NHTSA assessment and are a meaningful factor for buyers prioritizing rollover safety.
- Forward collision warning is only optional on the 2026 model year and lane departure warning is listed as not available, producing an avoidance technology score of just 4.5 out of 10 points in the Safety Index.
RANKINGSWhere the 2026 Jeep Wrangler 4-Door places
The 2026 Jeep Wrangler 4-Door qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2026 Jeep Wrangler 4-Door safety questions
Was the 2026 Jeep Wrangler 4-Door crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2026 Jeep Wrangler 4-Door, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 74 out of 100, placing it in the Average band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2026 Jeep Wrangler 4-Door crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2026 Jeep Wrangler 4-Door earned 4 out of 5 stars for frontal and 3 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 26.7%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2026 Jeep Wrangler 4-Door have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2026 Jeep Wrangler 4-Door as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2026 Jeep Wrangler 4-Door?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 6 owner complaints are on file for the 2026 Jeep Wrangler 4-Door. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Other Wrangler 4-Door years
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|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Lexus GX 550 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Lexus Rz 350e BEV | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Lexus Rz 550e BEV | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander MHEV | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid | 99/100 | not rated | 1 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 20936), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Jeep Wrangler 4-Door 2026.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 140 of 143 in the SUV class for 2026.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.