NHTSA Data Explorer

Jeep Gladiator

Data refreshed August 8, 2026

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Complaints

974

Active records

Recalls

17

Active records

TSBs

1,062

Active records

Filing history

Monthly totals over the last 20 years. Click a legend item to show or hide that series.

Reported severity

Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.

Deaths

0

Injuries

21

Crashes

24

Fires

30

Top reported issues — Jeep Gladiator

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Operating state

360

Ride/handling behavior

232

Condition issue

208

Reporting mechanism

179

Steering behavior

178

Vibration/harshness

97

Performance issue

70

Thermal issue

67

Engine behavior

66

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

66

Powering on/off behavior

65

Driver assistance issue

54

Electrical issue

53

Fluid issue

52

Noise

41

Braking behavior

37

Infotainment behavior

30

Starting behavior

30

Lighting behavior

27

Safety restraint issue

25

Smell

17

HVAC behavior

16

Communication/network issue

14

Safety restraint behavior

13

Wiper/washer behavior

11

Recent change

9

Access/entry issue

7

Electrified system issue

1

Recent filings

The 10 most recent filings for each type.

2022 JEEP GLADIATOR

Filed Aug 5, 2026


On July 30, my 2022 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon suffered an extremely dangerous, unexpected complete electrical and engine failure while in operation. The vehicle abruptly shut down without any warning, causing an immediate loss of power steering and power braking. Prior to and during this shutdown, diagnostic codes associated with lost communication were triggered, (Lost Communication with Transmission Control Module). A total loss of vehicle power and primary control systems while driving presents…

2025 JEEP GLADIATOR

Filed Aug 4, 2026


UConnect systems. Have to pull over to reboot infotainment system by opening/closing doors and turning on/off. It does not always work. Can’t read maps, speed, temperature, and radio info. It’s the brains of the vehicle. It’s been worked on by Jeep Dealership 2 different times. Last visit has been over 2 months at the Dealership. The dealership has no fix to the issues. They said Jeep is aware of the issues but there is no date for fixing/software updates. Looking on line this issue has been…

2024 JEEP GLADIATOR

Filed Aug 2, 2026


This happened on a 2024 Jeep Gladiator. When parking I went to set the parking brake and as I pulled the handle I heard a pop and felt the handle release all pressure. With the handle up there was no braking effect. Dealer repaired by hooking the right wheel cable back onto the bracket located under the center console, and then adjusting.

2021 JEEP GLADIATOR

Filed Jul 29, 2026


I am experiencing the Jeep Death Wobble which occurs intermittently after hitting any road imperfections i.e. uneven road surface connections, potholes, or rumble strips, causing a violent and sudden shaking of the steering wheel at highway speeds. I feel like the wheels are going to fall off it shakes so bad!!! I either have to slow down to under 45 mph or less, or come to a complete stop in order for it to stop wobbling. This does not happen on smooth road surfaces. I have a stock 2021…

2021 JEEP GLADIATOR

Filed Jul 29, 2026


Front brake caliper(s) was seizing up causing smoking and a burning smell. Vehicle was also pulling to the right when braking. Brake fluid or something like it coated the front drivers side wheel. Took vehicle back to dealership where vehicle was purchased new. Vehicle is still under warranty/extended warranties. The dealer did inspect and found front calipers to be seizing up causing excessive wear on brake pads and rotors. They did replace both front calipers but not the brake hoses. …

2026 JEEP GLADIATOR

Filed Jul 29, 2026


Fire

My husband parked this car in my driveway at 8:15 pm. Our security cameras show a spark under the car at 8:35. By 8:42 the front half of the car was completely engulfed in flames. The front half of the car is totally burned.

2020 JEEP GLADIATOR

Filed Jul 23, 2026


The contact owns a 2020 Jeep Gladiator. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the instrument panel failed to display critical safety information as intended. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local Midas, where the battery was replaced; however, the failure persisted, and the vehicle was diagnosed and determined to need a new instrument panel. The local dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired due to the cost. The…

2021 JEEP GLADIATOR

Filed Jul 22, 2026


The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Gladiator. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V363000 (Steering). The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the vehicle was inspected, and the contact was informed that the vehicle had passed the inspection. The contact was advised to continue to park the vehicle away from the residence. The contact was confused. The contact asked the dealer why the vehicle was still considered a fire risk. No explanation was provided. The manufacturer was…

2021 JEEP GLADIATOR

Filed Jul 21, 2026


The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Gladiator. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V363000 (Steering); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was contacted and informed the contact that the vehicle could be taken to the dealer to be inspected; however, the vehicle would remain with the dealer until parts became available. The dealer informed…

2024 JEEP GLADIATOR

Filed Jul 18, 2026


Fire

Caught fire while driving

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Updated August 8, 2026. Refreshed nightly.