Brand hub ยท IIHS data updated 2026-09-03
Jeep Safety Ratings (2026)
Every current Jeep model in IIHS records, scored with the same formula as our main ranking, plus real-world death rates for used Jeep models where the data exists.
See every Jeep rankedThe safest current Jeep is the 2026 Jeep Gladiator, scoring 78.3/100 with no current IIHS award, #89 of 131 in our overall ranking. Jeep has 6 current models in IIHS records, 3 with complete crash-test results; 0 earned a 2026 Top Safety Pick+ and 0 earned a Top Safety Pick. Older Jeep models (2017 to 2020 model years) had a sales-weighted driver death rate of 32.2 per million registered vehicle years, grade B on our brand ranking. That is context from older models and is not part of the score.
Every current Jeep ranked by safety
Equal scores share a rank. The score is 55% primary IIHS tests, 25% selected occupant-protection details, 10% pedestrian front crash prevention, and 10% class context. Missing evidence never counts as passing. Class rank compares each model with every vehicle in its IIHS class, not just other Jeep models.
| Rank | Vehicle | Class | Class rank | IIHS award | Starts at | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | 2026 Jeep Gladiator | Small pickups | 2 of 6 | No award | ~$39,820 | 78.3 |
| #2 | 2026 Jeep Wrangler | Midsize SUVs | 27 of 30 | No award | ~$36,035 | 77.3 |
| #3 | 2026 Jeep Compass | Small SUVs | 28 of 28 | No award | ~$29,550 | 54.1 |
Prices are approximate base MSRPs excluding destination. TSP+ is IIHS Top Safety Pick+; TSP is Top Safety Pick. Full weights and rules are on the methodology page.
3 Jeep models still waiting on complete IIHS results
These are listed so you can see what has been tested. A missing result is never treated as a pass or a fail, so they are not ranked.
| Vehicle | Class | Primary tests reported | Detail results reported | IIHS award |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee | Midsize SUVs | 2/4 | 3/4 | No award |
| 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee L | Midsize SUVs | 2/4 | 3/4 | No award |
| 2026 Jeep Grand Wagoneer | Large SUVs | 3/4 | 4/4 | No award |
Real-world death rates for used Jeep models
Driver deaths per million registered vehicle years from the IIHS driver death rate study, compared with the average for each model's class. Lower is better. These are older model years and are separate from the crash-test scores above.
| Vehicle | Model years | Driver death rate | Class average | Used price range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jeep Grand Cherokee 4WD | 2017-20 | 12 | 24.9 | n/a |
| Jeep Gladiator 4WD | 2020 | 15 | 28.0 | n/a |
| Jeep Compass 2WD | 2017-20 | 27 | 42.6 | n/a |
| Jeep Cherokee 4WD | 2017-20 | 34 | 24.9 | n/a |
| Jeep Wrangler 4-door 4WD | 2018-20 | 39 | 24.9 | n/a |
| Jeep Grand Cherokee 2WD | 2017-20 | 40 | 24.9 | n/a |
| Jeep Compass 4WD | 2017-20 | 41 | 42.6 | n/a |
| Jeep Renegade 4WD | 2017-20 | 49 | 42.6 | n/a |
| Jeep Renegade 2WD | 2017-20 | 50 | 42.6 | n/a |
| Jeep Wrangler 2-door 4WD | 2018-20 | 54 | 24.9 | n/a |
| Jeep Cherokee 2WD | 2017-20 | 55 | 24.9 | n/a |
Green means at or below the class average; red means above it. Every used model is on the safest used cars page.
Older Jeep model years
Earlier model years with IIHS results on this site. They are not part of the current ranking.
Questions people ask about Jeep safety
Is Jeep a safe brand?
Jeep has 6 current models in IIHS records, 3 with complete crash-test records. 0 earned a 2026 IIHS Top Safety Pick+ and 0 earned a Top Safety Pick. The best current Jeep is the 2026 Jeep Gladiator at 78.3/100, #89 of 131 in our overall ranking. Older Jeep models (2017 to 2020 model years) had a sales-weighted driver death rate of 32.2 per million registered vehicle years, grade B; that is historical context and not part of the score. Safety varies more between models than between brands, so pick the model first.
What is the safest Jeep?
The safest current Jeep in our 2026 ranking is the 2026 Jeep Gladiator (small pickups), scoring 78.3/100 with no current IIHS award. It ranks #2 of 6 in its class.
Which Jeep models earned Top Safety Pick+ in 2026?
No current Jeep model in our data holds a 2026 IIHS Top Safety Pick+ or Top Safety Pick award.
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