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Jeep Wrangler 4xe Safety
NHTSA safety across every Jeep Wrangler 4xe model year we cover.
Across the 2 model years of the Jeep Wrangler 4xe we cover (2022 to 2023), no year has an NHTSA crash-test score on record. 5 recalls have been issued across those years.
The Jeep Wrangler 4xe is a plug-in hybrid variant of America's most iconic off-road SUV, slotting into the mid-size adventure-utility segment and targeting buyers who want trail-ready capability alongside electrified efficiency. It competes less on commuter logic and more on lifestyle appeal, drawing buyers who want Wrangler toughness with a nod toward lower fuel costs on daily drives.
The 2022 and 2023 Jeep Wrangler 4xe presents a safety profile with notable gaps. Neither model year has received crash-test ratings from NHTSA, leaving consumers without objective data to compare its performance against segment competitors. This lack of fundamental crash-test information is a significant omission. Compounding this, the vehicle's recall record is a serious concern. Across the two model years, the Wrangler 4xe has been subject to five recalls. Two of these are classified with "park outside" or "do not drive" warnings. These are among the most urgent advisories NHTSA issues, typically indicating a substantial safety risk such as fire. Given the plug-in hybrid nature of the Wrangler 4xe and its high-voltage battery system, these particular recall classifications warrant close attention. Prospective owners should use NHTSA's recall lookup tool to confirm any specific VIN has received all necessary remedies. Owner complaints are low, totaling seven across both model years. These complaints list zero reported crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths. While this may offer some reassurance, such a small volume of complaints is not statistically conclusive. The absence of crash-test data and the presence of two critical recalls in only two model years underscore the need for thorough due diligence when considering the Wrangler 4xe.
WHAT REVIEWERS SAYReviewers generally praise the Wrangler 4xe for its off-road capability and the novelty of electrified torque delivery on the trail. Most find the ride comfort and cabin refinement modest by modern SUV standards, reflecting the model's body-on-frame, open-air heritage. Interior materials are widely described as functional rather than premium. Reviewers tend to position it as a lifestyle and adventure purchase rather than an all-around family hauler.
- Neither the 2022 nor the 2023 Wrangler 4xe has been crash-tested by NHTSA, so there are no star ratings available to evaluate occupant protection.
- Two of the five recalls across these model years carry park-outside or do-not-drive designations, among the most serious classifications NHTSA issues. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov before storing this vehicle in an enclosed garage.
- The plug-in hybrid powertrain adds high-voltage battery components, which makes those serious recall designations especially relevant. Confirm that any open recall campaigns have been completed by a Jeep dealer before finalizing a purchase.
- Owner complaints total just seven across both model years with no reported crashes, fires, or injuries attached, but the small complaint count should be weighed against the lack of crash-test data rather than treated as a clean safety signal on its own.
Most-recalled year on record: 2023 Jeep Wrangler 4xe with 3 recalls.