2021 Jeep Gladiator problems
The Jeep Gladiator is a mid-size pickup truck manufactured by the Jeep division of Stellantis North America (formerly FCA US). It was introduced at the 2018 Los Angeles Auto Show on November 28, 2018, and went on sale in the spring of 2019 as a 2020 model. Based on the same platform as the Wrangler JL, the Gladiator is Jeep's first pickup truck since the Comanche was discontinued in 1992.
Jeep Gladiator is also being marketed in Australia and New Zealand as the first markets outside the Americas. It is also officially available in North America, parts of South America, parts of Europe, China, Japan, South Korea, parts of Southeast Asia, the Middle East, Israel, and South Africa.
History
The vehicle's name harkens back to the original Jeep Gladiator, made in 1962 until 1988 and known as the J-Series after 1971. Jeep considered reviving the Gladiator name alongside Comanche and most commonly Scrambler, as well as simply using a new name, before deciding on Gladiator, feeling it fits the truck the best.
A two-door version of a Jeep Scrambler pickup based on a lengthened Wrangler was shown in 2003 at the National Automobile Dealers Association meeting.
In late-2004 the Jeep Gladiator concept was introduced. The 2005 Gladiator Concept did not feature a removable roof, but had removable doors and a pickup bed. It also previewed the design of the upcoming Jeep Wrangler (JK). The Gladiator concept was powered by a 3.0 L Common-Rail Diesel (CRD) engine produced by VM Motori (similar to the one used in some models of the Jeep Grand Cherokee), mated to a manual transmission, and four-wheel-drive. It featured functional rear mini-doors, and rear seating. The Gladiator concept featured a green-on-gray color scheme for both the exterior and interior.
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Common 2021 Jeep Gladiator problems
Based on the complaints from owners of the 2021 Jeep Gladiator, several common problems have been reported. Here is a detailed list of these issues:
- Engine Problems:
- Some owners have experienced stalling, hesitation, or misfiring while driving. This can be caused by various factors such as faulty spark plugs, fuel injectors, throttle body malfunction, fuel pump, or engine control module issues. Reflashing the PCM with updated software can resolve some of these engine-related issues.
- Transmission Concerns:
- The automatic transmission in the Jeep Gladiator has been reported to have issues with slow shifting, jerking, and overheating during off-road use. Recalls have been issued by Jeep to address these problems, including instances of leaky transmissions even at low miles.
- Braking, Steering, and Suspension Challenges:
- While the brakes are generally reliable, some drivers have reported noisy and shattering sensations while braking, which can be concerning. Suspension bushings wearing out quickly, leading to clunking or rattling noises, have been noted. Steering issues, including the "death wobble," where the truck sways at higher speeds, have also been reported.
- Electrical System Malfunctions:
- Owners have reported issues with the radio, air conditioning, power windows, infotainment system, and turn signals. Problems like freezing, crashing, or non-functional turn signals can be frustrating and difficult to diagnose, potentially requiring warranty coverage for repairs.
- Windshield and Glass Concerns:
- Some owners have faced issues with cracked or chipped windshields, especially when driving on rough terrain. Additionally, leaky back windows have been reported by several Gladiator owners.
- Oxygen Sensor Problems:
- Oxygen sensor issues have been highlighted in the 2021 Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator, affecting engine performance, fuel efficiency, emissions, and potentially leading to catalytic converter failures. Faulty oxygen sensors can trigger engine check lights and cause rough idling, misfiring, and decreased acceleration.
These problems reported by owners of the 2021 Jeep Gladiator highlight various issues ranging from engine and transmission concerns to braking, steering, suspension, electrical system malfunctions, and oxygen sensor problems. Addressing these issues promptly and through proper maintenance can help ensure a smoother and safer driving experience with the Jeep Gladiator.
What are the biggest complaints with the Jeep Gladiator?
This usually starts at low miles. I have seen reports of as low as 1500 miles when this issue starts to appear this has been reported on up to 2022 models.
How reliable is a 2021 Jeep Gladiator?
How Reliable Is the 2021 Jeep Gladiator? The 2021 Jeep Gladiator has a predicted reliability score of 85 out of 100. A J.D. Power predicted reliability score of 91-100 is considered the Best, 81-90 is Great, 70-80 is Average and 0-69 is Fair and considered below average.
Is there a recall on the Jeep Gladiator 2021?
Recall # 21V028000 Date: 2021-01-28 Recall: Chrysler is recalling certain 2018-2021 Jeep Wrangler and 2020-2021 Jeep Gladiator vehicles equipped with manual transmissions. The clutch pressure plate may overheat and fracture.
What are the negatives of a Jeep Gladiator?
Got it! Highs A party of a pickup, impressive towing capacity, removable roof and doors. Lows Loud road noise, compact crew cab, poor fuel economy, meh on-road handling. Verdict We wonder if the Gladiator misbehaves so much on paved roads just to convince us to take a dirt path more often.
What are the biggest problems with the Jeep Gladiator?
This usually starts at low miles. I have seen reports of as low as 1500 miles when this issue starts to appear this has been reported on up to 2022 models.
What are the negatives of a Jeep Gladiator?
Got it! Highs A party of a pickup, impressive towing capacity, removable roof and doors. Lows Loud road noise, compact crew cab, poor fuel economy, meh on-road handling. Verdict We wonder if the Gladiator misbehaves so much on paved roads just to convince us to take a dirt path more often.
Are Jeep gladiators high maintenance?
A Jeep Gladiator will cost about $11,803 for maintenance and repairs during its first 10 years of service. This is more than the industry average for popular pickup models by $1,482. There is also a 35.84% chance that a Gladiator will require a major repair during that time.
What is the paint issue on the 2021 Jeep Gladiator?
It is a common problem for 2018-2021 Wrangler JL or a 2020-2021 Gladiator JLU to develop blistering or bubbling paint around the door hinges, on the doors, hood, or tailgate. We also see it on some Grand Cherokees equipped with aluminum hoods. To learn more about Planet Collision center, click here.
2021 Jeep Gladiator car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Jeep Gladiator problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Steering problems
- Power train problems
- Engine problems
- Suspension problems
- Electrical system problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2021 Jeep Gladiator vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2021 Jeep Gladiator
The NHTSA has received 203 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2021 Jeep Gladiator. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2021 Jeep Gladiator vehicles.
2024-10-15
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-10
- VIN: 1C6JJTEG3ML
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: 2021 Jeep Gladiator at 43K miles brought in for oil change. Lube tech noticed that the right rear axle seal was leaking fluid with fluid sprayed over the inner wheel and nearby assembly. FSA Customer Satisfaction Notification states to reference CSN 26A and that the recommended remedy is to replace the right rear shaft. If not repaired/replaced, this could lead to damage to the transmission. I contacted my local dealership who informed me that my vehicle had no open recalls, even though Jeep forums state the problem is affecting thousands of Gladiators like mine.
2024-10-10
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-09
- VIN: 1C6JJTEG1ML
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: the car will not accelerate or maintain speed. it is apparently a bad gear position sensor which was recalled on subsequent models however is not listed as a recall on this model. this clutch had just been replaced after a 2 year long wait for a recall fix
2024-10-04
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-04
- VIN: 1C6JJTBG5ML
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Gladiator. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V116000 (Power Train); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact had not experienced a failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. Parts distribution disconnect.
2024-10-04
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-04
- VIN: 1C6JJTBG6ML
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: Vehicle only has 18000 mile, and is garaged. The third brake light has failed. In reviewing this on line, it appears to be a common problem. No reason for just a simple device to fail prematurely due a lack of durability testing that is available. This is a safety issue in a world of bad drivers out there.
2024-09-11
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-10
- VIN: 1C6JJTAG0ML
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
- Summary: My vehicle has about 17,000 miles. Both key fobs are failing to connect with the vehicle. The batteries have been checked by the dealership to determine the fobs are in working order. Without having the fob work, I am unable to unlock my doors or start the engine. Thankfully, learnng my fobs were not connecting occured while in my garage at my home. However, if this occured while away from home, or at night, I would have been stranded with no access to drive the vehicle. My Gladiator will have to be towed to the dealership now to get this resolved.
2024-09-07
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-30
- VIN: 1C6HJTAG2ML
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: Had seen that Chrysler had a recall for electrical for the dash cluster going on/black. It had just went completely black so I was unable to tell if vehicle was in gear, the speed of the vehicle. I went to the dealer and was told it was a known problem and the part was on national back order and would take over a month to receive. I went through Infotainment with the mileage and purchase/replaced on my own. I do still have the OEM part. FCS's # 30B Infotainment order #[XXX] ordered on 8/2/2024 at a cost of $1,148.59. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
2024-09-04
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-25
- VIN: 1C6JJTFM3ML
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The other day I went out to my truck and the battery was dead lights clicking and wipers going. It's the original battery so I assume that I needed a new one bought one put it in find a couple days and then went out in the morning and the battery was dead. Put in another new battery, same thing drove a few days and this morning the battery is dead. So something is draining my battery? I have not done anything to it since it was new no addition. There's a lot of form on the internet with similar issues concerned about what's draining my battery??? Just went out of warranty!
2024-08-29
SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-27
- VIN: 1C6JJTAM4ML
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: This vehicle has a repeating electronic problem involving the warning lights and function of abs, traction control, four-wheel drive system, forward collision warning, and both adaptive and normal cruise control. When the steering wheel is turned slightly right, like when navigating a highway curve, those warnings illuminate and the vehicle disables cruise control. It also has a lack of power due to what seems to be the traction control system activating. Also, the brake system has a shutter in the pedal and has reduced effectiveness for a few moments until the ABS and traction control systems stop function. I have taken the vehicle into a dealer, Larry H Miller CDJR in West Bountiful, Utah when it started to show this problem as I was leaving Portland. They replaced the front left ABS wheel speed sensor. This did not rectify the problem. I then took it to Gene's Chrysler in Fairbanks, Alaska upon my return home. That shop failed to warranty the repair, and charged additional diagnosis fees on top of correcting the Z96 high pressure fuel pump recall. They advised replacing the clock spring in the steering wheel that provides electrical connection to the buttons and is integrated in all of those safety systems. Prior Jeep models have had a consistent problem with the clock spring failing and a recall was issued due to affecting airbag deployment from the steering wheel. I am concerned that this clock spring related issue may lead to reduced braking effectiveness, loss of power at speed to react to traffic, and failure to deploy the airbag in an accident. The dealerships will not warranty this repair.
2024-07-22
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-26
- VIN: 1C6JJTEG1ML
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Gladiator. The contact stated that the passenger’s side rear axle was leaking. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the "Rear Axle Locked" message was flashing on the instrument panel. Upon investigation, the contact discovered an unknown recall for the rear axle fluid leak. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the VIN was not included. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 60,080.
2024-07-17
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-12
- VIN: 1C6HJTAG1ML
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: The vehicle would not turn over, but the battery came on. The vehicle wouldn’t allow me to turn off the battery and stayed in the position while I waited for the tow truck. By the time the vehicle made it to the dealership they refused to do a diagnostic and attempted to charge me for battery replacement even though it was due to a car malfunction. While the care was glitching the dash displayed messages about the stability control module and transmission were out and malfunctioning. If I were to be driving, the vehicle would have shut down while I was driving.
2024-07-16
STEERING,POWER TRAIN,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-26
- VIN: 1C6HJTAGXML
- Components: STEERING,POWER TRAIN,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: My 2021 Jeep Gladiator received the 19A Clutch Recall in late June 2024. The recall was issued due to clutch pressure plates disintegrating, blowing a hole in the transmission housing, and causing vehicle fires. Upon return, my vehicle was unable to drive smoothly. After further investigation, I determined that if the clutch and throttle were operated concurrently, the engine would shut off. The engine would shut off anywhere between 1 MPH and highway speed causing issues with operating hydraulically assisted systems (power brakes and power steering). In practice, this led to the engine shutting off between most gear shifts causing a jerky driving condition due to the engine needing to clutch start itself. I did not test how well the steering or brakes worked while the engine was shut off due to safety concerns. While pulling into my driveway, I momentarily lost control of the vehicle when the engine died while traveling at low speed and with the steering wheel turned. I lost power steering and was unable to correct the direction in travel before driving onto my lawn. I returned the vehicle to the dealership and replicated the issue for them. They confirmed the issue was present. The issue was determined to be a faulty ECU flash causing the issue. A revised flash was made available to dealerships 7/12/24 and installed in my vehicle 7/15/24. Component that Failed: Faulty ECU flash Safety: The vehicle's engine would shut off while moving Reproduced by Dealership: Yes Inspected by Manufacturer: No Warning lights or messages: No Additional Info: I have been in contact with other owners with the same issue. This faulty ECU flash seems to only have had this effect on 2021 models. The following is personal input. I hope the irony is not lost on you all that a safety recall fix caused an arguably more pronounced and repeatable safety problem. Additionally, I notified Jeep Cares that this could kill or injure someone and they told me to send Chrysler a letter.
2024-07-15
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-15
- VIN: 1C6JJTBG7ML
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Gladiator. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V116000 (Power Train) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled with a loud rattling noise coming from the clutch. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was restarted but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 42,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
2024-06-26
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-16
- VIN: 1C6JJTEG7ML
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: Transmission failure 850RE. 86000 miles. Known problem with this transmission. Left wife and children stranded in a very dangerous location on highway. Could not move vehicle off roadway.
2024-06-13
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-06-13
- VIN: 1C6HJTFG2ML
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Gladiator. The contact stated while driving 35-65 MPH and driving over minor bumps on the roadway, the vehicle experienced a death wobble. The contact stated that the steering wheel and the front end of the vehicle were shuddering violently, causing the contact to lose control of the vehicle. The contact depressed the brake pedal to slow down and allowed the vehicle to stop shuddering. The contact stated that the failure recurred several times while driving. The vehicle was taken to the dealer several times, where it was test-driven, but the failure could not be replicated. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was then taken to an independent mechanic, where the drag link assembly and other unknown parts were replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 25,000.
2024-06-06
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-06
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Gladiator. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V116000 (Power Train) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
2024-06-03
VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-04-01
- VIN: 1C6HJTFG3ML
- Components: VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: Rear view camera has stopped functioning. Vehicle is difficult to see out of when backing up. Lack of rear view camera makes reversing dangerous in certain situations. No. No. Camera failed with no warning.
2024-05-18
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-18
- VIN: 1C6HJTFG5ML
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: The LED center high-mounted stop lamp, more commonly called the 3rd brake light, failed. A silent code was available to be read by only the dealership service; there were no visible warnings on the vehicle nor any owner online dashboards. In fact, the owner online dashboard had green across the board and clearly stated no issues were detected. The real issue here, and the reason for this submission, is that this LED should not have failed at less than three years and reviewing online many people have been having the same exact issue. Without any visible warnings to the driver, I have no idea how long it has been out. An investigation into a potential recall should be initiated as this is starting to sound like a manufacture defect that is affecting a legally required center high-mounted stop lamp. Minimally, there should be a software update to inform the driver of this error code and not have it be silent such that only a dealership service center is able to read it.
2024-05-16
EXTERIOR LIGHTING,VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-03
- VIN: 1C6HJTAG6ML
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING,VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: The windshields chips very easily and then shatters The third break light quits working and the rear turn signal randomly quit working
2024-05-08
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-04-22
- VIN: 1C6HJTFG8ML
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: Started hard shifting and then really struggled to shift and accelerate once I slowed down. Took to dealership and they said the transmission will need to be replaced. The engine light came on just shortly after the hard shifting and inability to accelerate.
2024-05-07
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-11-21
- VIN: 1C6JJTAM8ML
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: Mopar recall Z96 posted October, 13th 2022 for high pressure fuel pump. My local dealership stated parts for replacement of the high pressure fuel pump did not become available until November of 2023. They inspected my vehicle November 21st, 2023 and determined the high pressure fuel pump was to be replaced under mopar recall Z96. Dealership ordered parts at that time. On to March 4th, 2024. I reach out to local dealerships service and parts departments. Not all parts had been received and there was no understanding of when the rest of the necessary parts would arrive. May 7th, 2024. It is now nearly 1 year and 7 months since this recall was released and nearing 6 months since my local dealership stated they ordered parts to replace the fuel pump. My local dealership continues to have no understanding or intention of securing the remaining parts necessary to complete this recall. This amount of time is unreasonable for a part that if it fails will cause loss of engine power and may cause a fatal crash.
2024-04-16
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-04-13
- VIN: 1C6JJTEGXML
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Gladiator. The contact stated that when the vehicle was started, the windshield wipers activated while in the off position. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed that the Hybrid and standard batteries were drained and needed to be placed. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 43,050.
2024-04-12
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-08-12
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Gladiator. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle a valve knocking noise was present coming from the engine compartment, the check engine light had illuminated and the vehicle would not properly accelerate. The contact received codes that indicated an engine misfired in cylinder three and cylinder five. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The failure mileage was 98,000.
2024-04-08
STEERING,SUSPENSION,WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-04-05
- VIN: 1C6HJTFG1ML
- Components: STEERING,SUSPENSION,WHEELS
- Summary: Several times a day when I drive over un-even pavement the front end, wheels, & steering wheel start violently shaking and become uncontrollable to the point other vehicles move out of the way. It will only stop when speed is lowered low 5 mph. This has happened between 25-40 mph. Too afraid to drive at highway speeds. This vehicle is a 2021 with only 12,800 miles on it. Very scary situation to be in, especially for a vehicle I bought new and have never taken off road.
2024-03-31
STEERING,SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-03-03
- VIN: 1C6JJTEG2ML
- Components: STEERING,SUSPENSION
- Summary: At speeds of 45-70mph the Jeep randomly begins a violent shaking of the steering wheel/tires/suspension components. The Jeep is completely stock and the tires have been rotated and rebalanced which did not assist in resolving the issue.
2024-03-15
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-01-23
- VIN: 1C6HJTFG1ML
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Gladiator. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving approximately 70 MPH, the front end of the vehicle and the steering wheel began shaking violently. The contact stated that the brake pedal was depressed, and the shaking gradually disappeared. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the failure could not be duplicated. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and a complaint was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 28,000.5 The contact stated on April 8, 2024 there was another severe front "end wobble”, this following after the dealership replacing major steering components under warranty.
2021 Jeep Gladiator recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 7 recalls for different components of the 2021 Jeep Gladiator.
2024-09-05
- Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
- Summary: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Jeep Gladiator and 2018-2024 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The instrument panel cluster may experience an internal short circuit and fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Controls and Displays."
- Consequence: An instrument panel that fails to display critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will replace the instrument panel cluster, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning October 3, 2024. Some interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed October 3, 2024. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 30B.
2024-08-01
- Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
- Components: POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
- Summary: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Jeep Wrangler and Jeep Gladiator vehicles that were previously remedied under NHTSA recall number 23V-116. The software for the powertrain control module may cause an engine stall, which can result in a loss of drive power.
- Consequence: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will update the powertrain control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 15, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is 92B. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 23V-116 will need to have the new remedy completed.
2023-04-13
- Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Summary: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Jeep Wrangler, Gladiator, and 2022-2023 Ram 1500 vehicles equipped with a 3.0L diesel engine. The high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) may fail.
- Consequence: Fuel pump failure can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will replace the HPFP and replace additional fuel system components, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 17, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 01A.
2023-02-23
- Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
- Components: POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
- Summary: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2023 Jeep Wrangler, and 2020-2023 Jeep Gladiator vehicles equipped with manual transmissions. The clutch pressure plate may overheat and fracture.
- Consequence: Overheated clutch components may increase the risk of a fire. Additionally, damage to other nearby components can result in debris falling onto the road or a loss of drive, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will replace the clutch assembly and update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed from November 16, 2023 through July 25, 2024. Owners may contact (FCA US, LLC) customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is 19A. This recall expands and replaces previous recall 21V-028. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 21V-028 will need to have the new remedy completed.
2022-10-13
- Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Summary: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Jeep Wrangler, Ram 1500, and 2021-2022 Jeep Gladiator vehicles equipped with 3.0L diesel engines. The high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) may fail, causing an engine stall.
- Consequence: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will replace the HPFP and inspect and replace additional fuel system components, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 17, 2023. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is Z96.
2022-08-25
- Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
- Components: BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
- Summary: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Jeep Wrangler, RAM 1500 and 2021 Jeep Gladiator vehicles. A radio software error may prevent the rearview image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Consequence: A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will update the radio software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 6, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA, LLC's number for this recall is Z86.
2021-01-28
- Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
- Components: POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
- Summary: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Jeep Wrangler and 2020-2021 Jeep Gladiator vehicles equipped with manual transmissions. The clutch pressure plate may overheat and fracture.
- Consequence: Overheated clutch components may increase the risk of a fire. Additionally, damage to other nearby components can result in debris falling onto the road or a loss of drive, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: FCA US LLC will notify owners, and dealers will add software to reduce engine torque capability when clutch assembly temperatures rise to a level that may damage the inner pressure plate, free of charge." FCA has ordered a stop sale for the affected vehicles as of February 25, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 4, 2021.
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Looks great and is working well so far!
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Hi there! Your truck is absolutely awesome! It's no surprise that you get compliments everywhere you go.
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Rides as well as our previous Honda Ridgeline! Great fun and comfortable.
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Love your new Gladiator! It's great to hear that you've been enjoying it for a year now and have had fun modifying it to give it a distinctive look. The folks at Tallahassee Jeep are amazing! Congratulations on your upcoming delivery of a 2022 Wrangler High Altitude from Tallahassee Jeep!
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Jeep Gladiator Common Problems - YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d2G4cWrgJaY
Apr 29, 2023 ... After doing lots of research, today I'm taking a look at the Jeep Gladiator, a popular truck in the market, and highlighting the most common ...
Typical Gladiator Issues? : r/JeepGladiator
https://www.reddit.com/r/JeepGladiator/comments/126wj4d/typical_gladiator_issues/
Mar 30, 2023 ... Busted Gorilla Glass windshield, third brake light died and aux battery died. All three are common issues and all 3 handled under warranty.
Most Common Jeep Gladiator Problems and Life Expectancy ...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VZJR3m53sUo
Dec 8, 2021 ... ... 2021 Jeep Gladiator https://amzn.to/2Sr16Xj DOOR LATCH COVERS #ad: Voodonala for JL Door Lock Cover Buckle Decor Trim for 2018-2021 Jeep ...
Jeep reliability - most common issues? | Jeep Gladiator (JT) News ...
https://www.jeepgladiatorforum.com/forum/threads/jeep-reliability-most-common-issues.69392/
Apr 29, 2023 ... Over 56k miles on my 2021, and no major issues that weren't caused by the dealer. And nothing that kept it off the road. Kevin. Like.
2021 Jeep Gladiator Reliability - Consumer Reports
https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/jeep/gladiator/2021/reliability/
What Owners Say ... "Jeep Gladiator developed the "death wobble" at 17,100 miles. Unable to use vehicle on freeway/over 45 miles per hour for 6 weeks as they ...
Other years of Jeep Gladiator
Are you having problems with your 2021 Jeep Gladiator?
Jaleel Bednar 2024-11-01
I experienced a cylinder misfire during the first few months of owning my 21 Mojave, which was caused by a faulty spark plug. Currently, I am facing issues with the front Fox shocks, but fortunately, they are under warranty. Despite these setbacks, I am still considering my options and have not yet decided to sell. While I am disappointed with the issues I have faced, I acknowledge that the seats are not as comfortable as those in a Honda mini van.
Muhammad Lind 2024-08-10
This truck is a great option, although it may require more effort to drive than some of its competitors, especially in high winds. While off-roading, it performed well. However, I did experience some difficulty switching from 4WD to 2WD, as the lever was initially stuck.
Dane Parisian 2024-04-26
On the first day after delivery, I noticed a rattle coming from inside the dash when accelerating over 40 mph. It sounded like a loose screw vibrating on a tin plate. Unfortunately, the dealer needs 3 days to investigate and there is no loaner vehicle available. On the second day after delivery, a rock hit the door hinge while I was driving at 25 mph and took two eraser-sized chunks of paint off, down to the bare metal. It's crazy because I had a Ram before and backed into a mailbox once without a scratch. When inspecting the paint loss, I noticed that all of the hinges have crazing lines already. There has to be a factory defect in paint adherence on this area of the vehicle. I'm starting to doubt whether I should even install the running boards I purchased. After a week, the Gladiator is showing worse signs than my last truck that I drove for 3 years. It's frustrating, but I'm hopeful that the dealer will be able to resolve these issues soon.