2024 structural changes

[TexasJeeper]

So what’s everyone’s guess on the side impact changes for 2024. I thought about starting to order some parts for my upcoming order and got to thinking about rock rails. Only a few places I can think of to add structural strength and one of them is in the floor pan area which might affect rock rail design. Then again maybe I’m a dunce and this is a non issue.
The other area I guess could be in between the set of doors on the 4 door. I kinda doubt they would change the doors themselves as that would probably make them a bit heavier. Anyways, what are your thoughts.

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[yokramer]

I mean you are ordering parts for a vehicle you havent even seen yet and is still just a theory. So fuck it buy whatever cause who knows.

 

[sentience]

In both the 2019 and 2022 IIHS barrier tests, the Jeep Wrangler tipped over in rather spectacular fashion. This was an issue the JKs didn’t have.






If there were any structural changes, I would guess this would be a pretty good starting point.

 

[TexasJeeper]

I mean you are ordering parts for a vehicle you havent even seen yet and is still just a theory. So fuck it buy whatever cause who knows.

Thank you for the great insight. I haven’t bought anything yet, just looking at options and starting wondering about it.
There are a few things that would probably be pretty safe to buy even during this refresh. Maybe floor mats, winch, external lights, locking lug nuts, etc.

 

[Spank]

In both the 2019 and 2022 IIHS barrier tests, the Jeep Wrangler tipped over in rather spectacular fashion. This was an issue the JKs didn’t have.






If there were any structural changes, I would guess this would be a pretty good starting point.

Isn't this why they added that goofy metal plate near the pinch seam on the passenger side? I think the front axle was separating at the FAD, collapsing it behind and inwards, which was partially to blame for the Jeep rolling on impacts such as these.

 

[snowbrdrfreak]

In both the 2019 and 2022 IIHS barrier tests, the Jeep Wrangler tipped over in rather spectacular fashion. This was an issue the JKs didn’t have.






If there were any structural changes, I would guess this would be a pretty good starting point.

Looks like the additional weight of the spare put the 2022 off-balance.

 

[Reinen]

Isn't this why they added that goofy metal plate near the pinch seam on the passenger side? I think the front axle was separating at the FAD, collapsing it behind and inwards, which was partially to blame for the Jeep rolling on impacts such as these.

This comparison is interesting. Was there a tire change between 2015 and 22? Seems that both deflected to the side with equal force, but the tires skidded sideways in 2015 whereas in 2022 the tires had more lateral traction and diverted that sideways energy into a roll instead of a skid.

 

[Bandana]

The biggest structural change is likely going to be to everyone's financing

 

[ChuckQue]

So what’s everyone’s guess on the side impact changes for 2024. I thought about starting to order some parts for my upcoming order and got to thinking about rock rails. Only a few places I can think of to add structural strength and one of them is in the floor pan area which might affect rock rail design. Then again maybe I’m a dunce and this is a non issue.
The other area I guess could be in between the set of doors on the 4 door. I kinda doubt they would change the doors themselves as that would probably make them a bit heavier. Anyways, what are your thoughts.

The only issue I see is IF there is a change that affects an aftermarket part install, you could be SOL if you order not knowing and pass the return window…

 

[Jtclayton612]

I mean it’s possible I seem to remember a slight change on 2021 MY meant that some skid plates didn’t bolt up correctly

 

[LKG]

In both the 2019 and 2022 IIHS barrier tests, the Jeep Wrangler tipped over in rather spectacular fashion. This was an issue the JKs didn’t have.






If there were any structural changes, I would guess this would be a pretty good starting point.

So the roll over stuff is a major bummer but what doesn't get mentioned is how well the passenger compartment (I forget the correct terminology) held up. Glass half full here, haha. It will be interesting to see if the little hangy downy thingy helps.

 

[RanchoShocks]

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When we looked it over at EJS, nothing really popped for one of our engineers.. but that was just a quick look.

I mean there were some changes we noticed like on the passenger side and the "crash bar" or whatever it is.. but it looked like control arm mounted to same mounts.

 

[Bayrat]

I mean you are ordering parts for a vehicle you havent even seen yet and is still just a theory. So fuck it buy whatever cause who knows.

Buy a couple of helmets and some knee pads

 

[Micky]

the JL collapsed.... likely due to more aluminum and other weak parts vs the steel that is in the JK.

 

[Bleda2002]

The crash test issue is that unlike other vehicles the jeep has plastic non structural fenders that are being counted in the off set. The jk hits almost completely fender and deflects off the side of the frame, the jl barely clips frame and then gets shoved sideways as it clips out of the way as well. Would be interested to see full width steel bumper but either way the passengers had no injuries and the cabin was more intact than any other vehicle in the segment.

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