NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2022 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Safety Ratings
The 2022 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited scores 68 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Below Average), 0 recalls, and 367 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2022 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited carries a "Below Average" safety assessment, with a NHTSA Safety Index score of 68/100. This score reflects no change from the 2021 model year, indicating a lack of advancement in its overall safety profile. Of particular note for prospective buyers is the 3-star rollover rating, alongside the limited suite of available crash-avoidance technologies.
The 2022 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited received a 3-out-of-5-star rollover rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 68 out of 100, based on NHTSA crash-test and defect data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 135 SUVs from 2022 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2022 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited ranks 132 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
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| NHTSA Safety Index | 68 / 100 (Below Average) |
|---|---|
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 4 / 3 stars |
| Rollover risk | 26.7% |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 367 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 132 of 135 SUVs tested for 2022 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2022 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited?
The 2022 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited presents a Safety Index of 68/100, mirroring the 2021 model year. This consistent scoring indicates a lack of measurable safety advancements across a full production cycle. A notable positive in this year's data is the absence of any federal recall campaigns. However, the vehicle's crash-test results and safety features warrant closer scrutiny. While a 4-star frontal crash rating is a strong point, the absence of an overall NHTSA crash rating leaves a significant data gap. Of particular concern for a tall SUV is the 3-star rollover score, indicating a 27 percent risk. The component scores for the Safety Index reveal specific areas of weakness. Crash protection contributes 49.8 out of 70 possible points, while avoidance technology accounts for only 4.5 out of 10. This low score in avoidance technology is directly attributable to the optional status of forward collision warning and the complete absence of lane departure warning. Electronic stability control remains the sole standard system in this category. The defect record registers 14 out of 20 points. Despite the clean recall record, the 2022 Wrangler Unlimited has accumulated 367 unverified owner complaints, with 152 specifically citing the Electrical System. This volume of complaints, though not leading to a recall, suggests potential ongoing issues.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2022 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited perform in crash tests?
The 2022 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited's strongest crash-test result is its 4 out of 5 stars in frontal protection. However, the rollover rating is a weaker 3 out of 5 stars. This model year carries a 27 percent rollover risk, though dynamic testing showed no tip. NHTSA did not assign overall or side-impact ratings for the 2022 Wrangler Unlimited.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 16435
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2022 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited have any recalls?
The 2022 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited carries zero recall campaigns on file with NHTSA for this model year. There are no park-outside or do-not-drive advisories associated with this year. Used-market shoppers should still run a VIN check, as recall data can be updated after a vehicle changes hands.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2022 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited?
NHTSA has received 367 unverified owner complaints for the 2022 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited. The most frequently alleged problem area is the Electrical System, cited in 152 reports, followed by the Engine at 84, Steering at 76, and Power Train at 57. These are unverified consumer allegations, not established defects.
367 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2022 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited?
The 2022 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited shows an unblemished recall record as of this publication. Shoppers of used models should nonetheless confirm this status by running a VIN lookup at NHTSA.gov, ensuring no new recalls have been issued and no remedies are pending. Documentation of completed recall work is always advisable.
- The 2022 model year carries zero NHTSA recall campaigns, the only category in its safety profile that improved meaningfully relative to the index breakdown.
- NHTSA did not assign an overall star rating or a side-crash rating for the 2022 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited, leaving meaningful gaps in the crash-test picture for this specific year.
- The avoidance-tech sub-score of 4.5 out of 10 reflects that lane departure warning was not available and forward collision warning was optional, not standard, on 2022 production.
- Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2022 model year total 367 unverified reports, with the Electrical System alone accounting for 152 of them, a concentration that stands out within this year's complaint profile.
RANKINGSWhere the 2022 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited places
The 2022 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2022 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited safety questions
Was the 2022 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2022 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 68 out of 100, placing it in the Below Average band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2022 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2022 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 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 2022 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2022 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 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 2022 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 367 owner complaints are on file for the 2022 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash or a fire.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 16435), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 2022.
- 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 132 of 135 in the SUV class for 2022.
- 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.