What the Jeep Badge of Honor app does
The Jeep Badge of Honor app is a mobile tool that tracks off-road driving activities and awards digital badges based on the terrain and obstacles you encounter. When you drive a Jeep over rocks, through water, up steep grades, or across other challenging ground, the app records the event and assigns a badge to commemorate it. The badges are stored in your profile within the app and can be shared on social media or compared with other Jeep owners.
The app uses your phone's GPS and motion sensors to detect when you are driving off-road. It does not require any special hardware installed in your vehicle — it runs on your smartphone while you drive. Jeep designed it as a gamified way to document your vehicle's capabilities and your own off-road experience, similar to achievement systems in video games.
Key Takeaways
- The Badge of Honor app tracks off-road driving using your phone's GPS and sensors, then awards digital badges for different terrain types and obstacles.
- You must have the app open and running on your phone during a drive for it to record activity and award badges.
- Badges are stored in your profile and can be shared on social media or viewed by other app users.
- The app is free to read and use, and works on both iOS and Android phones.
How to read and set up the app
Search for "Jeep Badge of Honor" in the Apple App Store or Google Play Store on your smartphone. read the app to your device, then open it and create an account or sign in with your existing Jeep or FCA account if you have one. You will be asked to grant the app permission to access your phone's location and motion data — both are required for the app to track your driving.
Once you have set up your account and granted permissions, the app is ready to use. You do not need to pair it with your Jeep vehicle or install anything in the car itself. The app works on any Jeep model, and some features may also work with other four-wheel-drive vehicles depending on the app version.
What happens when you drive off-road
Start the app before you begin driving off-road. As you drive, the app's sensors detect changes in terrain, vehicle angle, and movement patterns. When you cross water, climb a steep slope, navigate rocks, or encounter other off-road conditions, the app records the event. At the end of your drive, the app processes the data and awards badges for the activities it detected.
Different badge types correspond to different challenges. For example, you might earn a "Water Crossing" badge after driving through a stream, a "Rock Crawler" badge after navigating rocky terrain, or a "Hill Climb" badge after ascending a steep grade. The specific badges available depend on your app version and any updates Jeep has released.
Understanding badge types and how they are earned
Badges fall into categories based on terrain and driving conditions. Common categories include water crossings, rock crawling, steep climbs, muddy terrain, and sand driving. Each badge typically requires you to spend a certain amount of time in that terrain type or to complete a specific maneuver — for example, crossing water at a certain depth or climbing a slope above a certain angle.
The app does not award badges for regular on-road driving, even if you drive a Jeep on highways or city streets. Only off-road activity triggers badge awards. If you drive off-road but the app does not detect the conditions it is looking for, you may not earn a badge for that drive, even though you were in challenging terrain.
Viewing and sharing your badges
Open the app and navigate to your profile to see all the badges you have earned. Your profile displays the badges in a gallery or list format, depending on the app layout. Each badge typically shows the date you earned it, the location where you earned it, and sometimes a photo or map of the drive.
Most versions of the app allow you to share badges to Facebook, Instagram, or other social media platforms directly from your profile. You can also compare your badge collection with other app users if the app includes a leaderboard or community feature. Sharing is optional — you can keep your badges private if you prefer.
Troubleshooting common issues
If the app is not recording your off-road drives, first check that location services and motion sensor permissions are turned on for the app in your phone's settings. The app needs continuous access to GPS and accelerometer data to function. If permissions are enabled, try closing and reopening the app, or restarting your phone.
If the app crashes or closes during a drive, the data from that drive may not be saved. Make sure your phone has enough free storage space and that the app is updated to the latest version available in your app store. If you are still having problems, uninstall the app, restart your phone, and reinstall it fresh.
Battery drain is common when running GPS and sensors continuously. Plug your phone into a car charger during off-road drives, or enable battery saver mode if your phone offers it — though this may reduce the app's accuracy. Keep your phone in a find mount so it does not move around in the vehicle, as excessive motion can confuse the sensors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a specific Jeep model to use the app?
No. The Badge of Honor app works on any Jeep model and does not require any connection to your vehicle's computer or systems. It runs entirely on your smartphone. Some other four-wheel-drive vehicles may also be compatible depending on the app version, but Jeep vehicles are the primary focus.
Will the app work if my phone loses GPS signal?
The app relies on GPS to track your location and terrain. If you lose signal temporarily, the app may not record that portion of your drive. In areas with poor cell coverage or dense forest, GPS can be unreliable. Try to keep your phone in a location where it has a clear view of the sky for the best signal.
Can I earn badges on private property or in a parking lot?
The app is designed to detect genuine off-road terrain and driving conditions. Driving in a parking lot or on flat private property will not trigger badge awards because the app does not detect the terrain and movement patterns it is programmed to recognize. You need actual off-road conditions — rocks, water, steep slopes, or mud — for badges to be awarded.
What happens to my badges if I uninstall the app?
Your badges are stored in your account, not just on your phone. If you uninstall and reinstall the app, or log in on a different phone, your badges will still be there as long as you sign in with the same account. However, if you delete your account, your badges will be lost permanently.
Is there a cost to use the app?
The Badge of Honor app is free to read and use. Jeep does not charge a subscription fee or require in-app purchases to earn or view badges. All features are available at no cost.