2022 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 2022 Jeep Gladiator problems
Based on complaints from owners of the 2022 Jeep Gladiator, several common problems have been reported:
- Engine Issues:
- Owners have reported stalling, hesitation, and 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. Some have experienced issues with intake camshafts, lifters, and Rockers, which may require replacement, especially noticeable at low miles.
- The plastic oil filter cooler is prone to leaking, with aftermarket aluminum solutions available for a more permanent fix.
- Transmission Problems:
- The automatic transmission has been known to have issues such as slow shifting, jerking, and overheating during off-road use. Some owners have reported a leaky transmission even at low miles. Jeep has issued recalls to address these transmission issues, with some vehicles requiring the replacement of the entire ZF transmission unit.
- Braking, Steering, and Suspension Concerns:
- While Gladiator brakes are generally reliable, some drivers have reported noisy and shattering sensations while braking, which can be alarming. Suspension bushings wearing out quickly have caused clunking or rattling noises while driving, affecting the vehicle's overall performance.
- Steering Problems:
- Complaints to the NHTSA have highlighted steering issues, including the infamous "death wobble," where running over small bumps at highway speeds causes violent shaking of the steering wheel. This problem can be dangerous and requires immediate attention.
- Clutch Assembly Recall:
- A recall has been issued due to a faulty clutch assembly that could potentially explode and cause a fire. Owners have expressed concerns about the safety of their passengers, especially children, in the event of such a failure.
These common problems with the 2022 Jeep Gladiator highlight various mechanical and safety issues that owners have faced. It's essential for owners to stay informed about these issues and address them promptly to ensure the safety and reliability of their vehicles.
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.
Is the 2022 Jeep Gladiator reliable?
The 2022 Jeep Gladiator has earned stellar reliability ratings, according to US News. Customers can also expect a properly maintained Jeep Gladiator to last a long time. These midsize trucks have an average estimated lifespan of about 200,000 miles.
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 there any recalls on 2022 Jeep Gladiators?
There are 6 recalls that may affect your 2022 Jeep Gladiator. Check your 2022 Jeep Gladiator for safety recalls and get them fixed for free at a Jeep dealership near you.
What issues does the Jeep Gladiator have?
Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, four-wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive components, driveline vibration, electrical failure, traction control, electronic stability control.
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.
Is the 2022 Jeep Gladiator reliable?
The 2022 Jeep Gladiator has earned stellar reliability ratings, according to US News. Customers can also expect a properly maintained Jeep Gladiator to last a long time. These midsize trucks have an average estimated lifespan of about 200,000 miles.
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.
2022 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
- Electrical system problems
- Power train problems
- Suspension problems
- Engine problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2022 Jeep Gladiator vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2022 Jeep Gladiator
The NHTSA has received 62 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2022 Jeep Gladiator. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2022 Jeep Gladiator vehicles.
2024-10-25
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-15
- VIN: 1C6HJTAG5NL
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: Driving on highway, steering shook aggressively. Had to slow down and pullover off the road. I was able to get back on road and drive again. This has happened before and dealership said it was fixed. It happened again about 6 months later. Vehicle is stock with no modifications.
2024-10-18
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-15
- VIN: 1C6HJTFG8NL
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The contact owns a 2022 Jeep Gladiator. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 5 MPH, the vehicle completely lost battery charge and suddenly stopped, causing the rear wheels to seize. Additionally, the rear doors failed to unlock. The contact was able to get in and out of the vehicle through the front doors. No warning light indicating that the battery charge was low had illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, who was unable to determine why the rear doors failed to open. The contact stated that after the dealer replaced the battery, the rear doors opened as needed. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and confirmed that the repair was not covered under warranty. The failure mileage was 38,450.
2024-10-07
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-05
- VIN: 1C6JJTAM1NL
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: When you place the vehicle in park it rolls which is very dangerous. You go to step out of the vehicle and it is rolling, yikes!! Can't reach anyone at Jeep.
2024-10-01
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-29
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 1C6JJTBM1NL
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: I had been driving for about an hour returning from a camping trip when my wife and I noticed a burning smell in the cab of the vehicle. About 5 seconds later smoke began filling the interior. I pulled over and got my family out of the vehicle, which includes my wife, two kids and a dog. I went to the front of the vehicle and saw flames on the passenger side inner fender as well as the top of the passenger fender. With the help of a friend who was traveling with us, I was able to extinguish the fire with a fire extinguisher I always carry. I think its safe to say a vehicle fire put my entire families safety at risk. I have contacted my insurance company and filed a claim, however no inspections have been performed yet. There were no warning lamps indicating there was an issue.
2024-09-29
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-05
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 1C6JJTBG4NL
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: In the early afternoon hours of July 5, 2024, our 2022 jeep gladiator rubicon with only 18,000 miles spontaneously combusted in our driveway after being parked there for just under 24 hours. While working in the yard, my husband noticed thick black smoke coming from the engine. The smoke quickly turned into flames then rapidly intensified as it spread throughout the engine, cabin and then ultimately the entire jeep. The jeep was a total and complete loss with Jeep claiming no responsibility whatsoever. We have over $60,000 in damages to our home, driveway, landscaping and soil (PFAS) from the fire, NOT including the jeep itself. Note *The engine light did go on about a month prior to the fire, which from what we were told by Jeep service dept, was due to multiple misfires. This issue was resolved immediately. After the fire, the jeep was inspected by our insurance company and also by Jeep. Because the fire was so intense and quickly spread, there wasn’t anything left. Jeep never returned our calls and never once tried to make things right! Our safety was at risk for obvious reasons. The Jeep spontaneously started on fire due to no fault of our own. Had we not have been home, or had the Jeep been parked in our garage, facing the garage or the fire started at night while we were sleeping, the outcome would have been quite different. The damage it DID do to our property along with the mental anxiety and stress of trying to pay for repairs is significant enough without actually having our house burn down to the ground. This is unacceptable! Jeep needs to take responsibility!
2024-09-27
POWER TRAIN,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-22
- VIN: 1C6JJTFM2NL
- Components: POWER TRAIN,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: The High-Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) failed while I was entering a downhill curve on a paved but narrow mountain road with no shoulder. The HPFP had been under an active recall, (Y78 / NHTSA 21V-880) but every time we went in for service our Jeep dealership said a remedy was not yet available. When I asked if it was safe to drive, they said yes, continue to drive the vehicle and that they would call us when a remedy became available. Not very sage advice. The failure happened while we were on vacation in a remote area of New Mexico, four hours away from home. An unrecognizable warning light flashed but did not remain on. The engine remained running, but the HPFP failure caused a complete loss of power to the engine and transmission. Steering became difficult. I gently braked and coasted to a safe spot. Luckily that spot was a forest service road about a quarter of a mile from where the Jeep lost power. We had the vehicle towed to the nearest Jeep Dealership. They confirmed that the HPFP failed. It took 2 months for Fiat Chrysler Automobiles N.V. (FCA), and that dealership to address the HPFP issue. At the end of 2 months, they called and said the vehicle was fixed and ready. While driving home from the dealership a check engine light came on. That was [XXX]. We had the vehicle towed to our local Jeep dealership. Our dealership checked and said that there were still metal shavings in the fuel system. Our dealership and FCA have not found a solution and our Jeep is still inoperable and setting at the dealership. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
2024-08-22
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-10-15
- VIN: 1C6JJTAG5NL
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: The contact owns a 2022 Jeep Gladiator. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle experienced the death wobble and briefly vibrated and swayed from side to side. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the steering dampener. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure reoccurred. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, who then diagnosed failures with all four shocks and steering rods. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure reoccurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was unknown.
2024-08-13
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-17
- VIN: 1C6HJTAG8NL
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: I took my vehicle(2022 Jeep Gladiator)in for service on [XXX] for repair relating to a clutch recall 19A/NHTSA 23V-116, also a second E-Brake repair(previous repair was completed under the 36k mile warranty), oil change, inspection and tire rotation. The part for the recall was order and the replacement part for the recall was installed by Marburger Chrysler, Dodge Jeep, Ram Dealership(Shelby, North Carolina) about a week later. During the test drive by the certified mechanic, the new clutch failed rendering my vehicle inoperable and unsafe to drive. As of today, August 13, 2024, the part to repair my vehicle and fix for my vehicle is not available and my Jeep Gladiator has been parked at the dealership for almost three months. The dealership and manufacturer have failed and been unable to provide reliable remedy for my vehicle. I have been notified by the dealership that a remedy is currently unavailable for my vehicle. I have also contacted the recall center for JEEP and they contacted the dealership on July 30, 2024. The dealership and JEEP were unable to provide a remedy for the fix on my safety recall. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
2024-07-30
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-22
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1C6JJTEG6NL
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: The contact owns a 2022 Jeep Gladiator. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle jerked and shifted aggressively. The vehicle would rev and jerked forward. The contact mentioned the failure occurred for several weeks. On a most recent occasion, the contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and making a right turn, the contact heard an abnormal snap coming from the front of the vehicle causing control of the vehicle to be lost. The contact mentioned that the front tires were inwards and the front axle fractured. As a result, the contact crashed into the truck and the vehicle came to a stop. A police report was filed. No injuries were reported. The vehicle was towed to an impound lot. The vehicle was then towed to a collision center where it was diagnosed that the axle and front passenger fender flare needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 65,000.
2024-07-24
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-24
- VIN: 1C6HJTAG9NL
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owns a 2022 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 stated that the vehicle could not be shifted out of neutral. The vehicle was able to restart; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and was diagnosed as a failure with the clutch assembly. The contact was informed that the clutch assembly needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 24,137. Parts distribution disconnect.
2024-07-10
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-22
- VIN: 1C6JJTBG3NL
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: The engine turned off while driving multiple times. Unexpected loss of engine power while at highway speeds forced us to maneuver to shoulder on busy highway in 70 mph zone. The dealership service team has not been able to reproduce the event or confirm it happened. The dealership service team inspected the vehicle. There were no warnings, lights, or symptoms before or after, that would have indicated the engine power loss event to us before or after the event occurred, in any of the occurrences.
2024-07-07
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-06
- VIN: 1C6JJTBG5NL
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: On [XXX], traveling at the speed limit of 70mph, crossing from Illinois to Indiana my Rear Locker engaged light came on, on the dashboard. I immediately pressed the disengage button... The warning light came on, flashing, but never indicated that the rear locker was disengaged. I then immediately pulled over the vehicle at a safe location. Where i tried unsuccessfully to disengage the locker... I ended up turning the vehicle off, waiting a few minutes, and then turning it back on. The warning light did not initially turn back on. Three more times on the way back on that day, it did turn back on. The third time it never did turn off. I performed a few tests to make sure the Locker was not actually engaged. However, the system continues to tell me that the Rear Locker is engaged. Even though it is not engaged... I'm concerned that the control system for the Rear locker is compromised and poses a substantial risk to drive on the highway in its current condition. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
2024-07-05
SUSPENSION,SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-07-05
- VIN: 1C6JJTBG6NL
- Components: SUSPENSION,SEATS
- Summary: The contact owns a 2022 Jeep Gladiator. The contact stated that the front passenger’s side seat bolster had fractured, and the occupant was no longer secured in the seat. Also, while driving over bumps in the road, the vehicle was swaying side to side causing the vehicle to become unstable and difficult to steer. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 15,000.
2024-06-22
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-22
- VIN: 1C6JJTBM5NL
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: I've been on the waiting list for 9 months and they said it would take about 30 more months for me to get the part fixxed.
2024-06-21
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-04-10
- VIN: 1C6HJTAG2NL
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,ENGINE
- Summary: Warning lights come up on the dashboard often (brake failure, airbag failure, steering failure, start/stop needs servicing, transmission needs servicing, pullover safely car will turn off, car not in park but it is and won’t turn off) the car turns itself on and off all day. From the beginning the vehicle had electrical issues, not connecting to my phone or Bluetooth, the screen not working, locking and unlocking only working from the key not using the passive entry and having to start the push button by pushing it with the key or it wouldn’t work, it’s gotten progressively worse and now mid drive it will slam to a stop like it hit a wall, flash all the system failure lights then just all the instrument panel lights, it turns on the windshield wipers, the hazards do not work, the headlights start flashing independently etc. it will not turn off or on. It has been towed to the shop twice for this where they replace the two batteries/fuse array and say they can’t get it to happen again but see the codes on the box. It’s spent a combined 140+ days in the shop at this point where I have to fight days to get a rental. The slamming to a stop mid drive is so harsh not only am I almost rear ended but also it’s torn my shoulder forming a cyst that I’ve had trigger point shots and physical therapy for and might need surgery yet they still refuse to buy it back. I have videos.
2024-06-01
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-04-05
- VIN: 1C6JJTBG5NL
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: Parking brake cable adjustment nut loosened itself, which caused park brake cable to fall out of connector underneath center console, causing park/emergency brake to completely fail. I reinstalled cable into bracket, set adjustment nut to manufacturer specification, and the park brake worked properly again. A few weeks later the adjustment nut once again loosened itself, causing the cable to dislodge and causing the park brake to fail once again. At this point I replaced the lock nut with an aftermarket fastener and brake is once again working as designed.
2024-04-27
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-04-24
- VIN: 1C6JJTEG9NL
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: Drove the vehicle approx 18 miles to work in the morning. The vehicle sat parked, locked and secured in a corporate office lot visible from office. Left for the day and as I started to drive began to smell gasoline. Looked for a gas trail and didn’t see it. Continued to drive and occasionally would smell gas. When I arrived at home, looked in the engine bay and it was dry. Looked underneath and saw that the passenger side undercarriage was dripping with gas. So much the fumes filled the garage and began to move into the house. Parked the vehicle on the street and contacted local dealership. Dealership via phone said only appt is approx more than 2 weeks out and couldn’t give an answer what would happen if the vehicle was brought in and or towed in. I explained the safety aspects of an active fuel leak and they still couldn’t find a way to make an appointment. The next morning a small plate sized leak of fuel as on the asphalt directly under passenger side (where fuel tank is). Vehicle hesitated when starting, when it finally did I looked for active fuel spilling and could not locate. I began to drive to dealership. At one one point when I stopped for a long red light the smell of fuel was overwhelming. Arrived at dealership where you could and smell gas. Went into office and again was told that with out an appointment that was over two weeks out nothing could be done. Again explained the safety aspect of an active fuel leak and was blankly looked at and then told the only appt is more than 2 weeks out. Finally asked for supervisor and they said that it could be left but wouldn’t be seen for 4-5 days. They rented me a vehicle and boldly stated that “if” the cause of the defect wasn’t done by aftermarket parts or vandalism then they would contact jeep to see if the vehicle could be repaired under warranty. This was stated several times. The vehicle is 2 years old and has approx 19000 miles on it. No aftermarket fuel or engine parts have been installed and there was no
2024-04-25
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-08-06
- VIN: 1C6HJTFG9NL
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: My 2022 Jeep Gladiator burned to the ground with 2,500 miles. Jeep sent out their fire investigator and they said it was not a manufacture defect on their part. Allstate sent out their fire investigator and he said it WAS a Jeep manufacturer issue. Both Jeep and Allstate denied to give me copies of the report findings. My Jeep was parked and engine cold when it started smoldering and went up in flames. my VIN is [XXX] . I lost 12 months of payments plus $1800 in Ceramic coating along with another $2,000. in additional add ons. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
2024-03-30
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-03-30
- VIN: 1C6HJTFG0NL
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: Unknown Death wobble steering stabilizer and or track bar causing a violent wobble through the vehicle
2024-02-23
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-02-16
- VIN: 1C6HJTAG6NL
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: Persistent burning smell from the manual clutch which has had a recall for over a year. I have contacted jeep multiple times to facilitate a trade for the vehicle as I can't use it for the intended purpose. Can get no response from the dealer or Jeep. Dealer says there is no available repair for the recall and nothing they can do.
2024-02-22
STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-02-19
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 1C6JJTBM7NL
- Components: STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: I was driving my Jeep Gladiator on [XXX] Shasta Co, CA, on a snowy mountain highway. I had my husband, two children and two dogs in the vehicle. Without warning the power steering went out. Within 20 seconds a steering wheel light appeared on the dash. Within approximately 20 more seconds, I was able to pull over into a plowed turnout. As soon as we stopped the vehicle we noticed a fire in the engine compartment. We were able to extinguish it within a few minutes with our fire extinguisher. The vehicle has approximately 15000 miles on it and is under warranty. It is currently under inspection to determine if it falls under warranty. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
2024-02-15
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-15
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1C6HJTAGXNL
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: I had a collision incident with my car and an electric pole that broke in half. The airbag did not deploy at all and liberty mutual had deemed my car totaled after having it evaluated at 2020 Auto Body. I had contacted Jeep to complain about safety in regards to what I think is a defected airbag and they had asked me to send photos of my Jeep after the incident. And without asking how fast I was going and having everything based on the photo, Jeep states they will not do any further investigation because based on the photos the deceleration of my car during the incident was not enough to deploy the air bag. I tried to ask them multiple times to email me an explanation of how they determined that the airbag is not defected based on the photos I sent and have not gotten a response except that the case was closed. They refused to email an explanation and would only want to schedule a phone call to explain. I told them I rather have it email for documentation purposes. I am reporting this airbag deployment incident because of safety concerns. Liberty Mutual Claims Contact: Name: Alexis Chavis Case Number: [XXX] Ph: 602-760-0738 Email: [email protected] Liberty Mutual Claims Supervisor Contact: Name: Jamie West Ph: 630-393-7913 Email: [email protected] 2020 Auto Body Repair Shop Name: Kaleb Nishijo Ph: 808-836-7646 Email: [email protected] Address: 2855 Kaihikapu St Honolulu, HI 96819 Jeep Claim Investigator/Contact Name: Paul Aubin Ph: 844-533-7928 Jeep Case Number: [XXX] Email: [email protected] My Contact: Name: [XXX] Ph: [XXX] Email: [XXX] Police Report: [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
2024-01-26
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-24
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 1C6JJTBG6NL
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
- Summary: Our 2022 Gladiator has 1,758 miles on it and no modifications. It was last driven about two weeks ago. It burned to the ground [XXX] while parked next to our house. The fire started in the engine compartment. There were no warnings of symptoms and our jeep app showed everything was normal when last driven. It was investigated by the VRFA and I am waiting for their report. Insurance has not yet inspected. We reported it to the dealership we bought it from. On the [XXX] website, there is another 2022 Gladiator, also low mileage, that also burned to the ground while parked. That person's insurance stated that they believe it burned due to a manufacturer defect but there are no recalls. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
2024-01-13
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-12
- VIN: 1C6HJTFG0NL
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: Snow builds up on the LED headlights and fog lights, rendering them useless when driving at night.
2024-01-13
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-13
- VIN: 1C6JJTBG3NL
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: While driving in snowy conditions, snow built up in front of the headlights, blocking them. I had to stop multiple times to sweep the snow out from the socket the headlight is recessed into to get light to project onto thr road. These are the factory LED headlights, which do not produce enough heat to melt the snow, unlike halogen headlights. Not having lights while driving in the snow is scary, as is having to stop in poor conditions on the side of the road. The lights need to be heated or shielded in some way to prevent this from happening.
2022 Jeep Gladiator recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 7 recalls for different components of the 2022 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.
2023-09-18
- Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
- Components: POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
- Summary: Chrysler (FCA US), LLC is recalling certain 2022-2023 Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator vehicles equipped with a manual transmission. The rearview camera may fail to display the rearview image and the reverse lights may not illuminate when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 111, "Rear Visibility" and 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Consequence: A disabled rearview image can decrease the driver's visibility of the rear view, and disabled reverse lights may not alert others that the vehicle is reversing, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will replace the gear position sensor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 16, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 92A.
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: SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER
- Summary: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Ram 1500, Jeep Gladiator, and 2021 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The front seat belt retractors may have an improperly welded micro gas generator, which can result in seat belt pretensioner failure.
- Consequence: A seat belt with pretensioner failure may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy: Dealers will replace the front seat belt retractors. free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 8, 2022. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is Z95.
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: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:PARK PAWL
- Summary: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Jeep Gladiator vehicles. The transmission parking wheel may not properly engage with the parking mechanism.
- Consequence: A malfunctioning parking mechanism may result in the loss of the 'park' position, including vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will replace the transmission, free of charge. Entire US population are unsold units and will be repaired before they can be sold. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA, LLC's number for this recall is Z84.
Negative 2022 Jeep Gladiator car reviews
Positive 2022 Jeep Gladiator car reviews
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I love my Jeep! While some national publications may suggest that only Hondas are worth buying, I disagree. I didn't purchase my Jeep for luxury, but rather for its ruggedness and versatility. Despite its rough ride, the Jeep has many luxurious features, including the convenient stay-open doors and the upgraded U-connect 4 system. Additionally, I appreciate the Jeep's strong resale value, which has been consistently impressive with my previous Jeeps. This Gladiator is my 8th Jeep and my first brand new one, and I couldn't be happier with my choice!
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I used to own a 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee before trading it in for a full-size Nissan Titan in May 2020. At first, I thought I needed a full-size truck, but I quickly discovered how difficult it can be to maneuver in tight spaces. However, due to the high prices of used vehicles, I was able to afford a brand new Jeep Gladiator Willys edition, which I am absolutely astounded by. First of all, it's a Jeep, and having owned two Jeeps in the past, it's like being greeted by an old friend. Secondly, it offers a ton of truck utility. I got the tow package, which is rated at 6000lbs, more than enough for my boat or a moderately sized camper. The bed is 5' in length, compared to the Titan's 5'6
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If you're in the market for a comfortable 4WD truck, the Jeep Gladiator Mojave is definitely worth considering. Even though I'm not into rock crawling, I feel like I could do it with this vehicle. As someone who mostly sticks to the mall parking lot, I appreciate a good riding truck and the Gladiator fits the bill. I was pleasantly surprised by how spacious it was compared to my previous TRD Sport, and the Mojave had an even better ride. If you're interested in a mid-size 4WD truck, I highly recommend taking the Gladiator for a test drive!
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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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Looks great and is working well so far!
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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.
Jeep reliability - most common issues? | Jeep Gladiator (JT) News ...
https://www.jeepgladiatorforum.com/forum/threads/jeep-reliability-most-common-issues.69392/
Apr 29, 2023 ... Iam interested in purchasing a gladiator, I keep hearing that jeeps brake down a lot.If so what is the most common issues.
Worst experience Jeep Gladiator : r/JeepGladiator
https://www.reddit.com/r/JeepGladiator/comments/v9aw0v/worst_experience_jeep_gladiator/
Jun 10, 2022 ... We recently bought a 2022 Jeep Gladiator, after four days of owning it problems started. It has been at Kindle dealership (cmch) numerous ...
Reliability concerns | Jeep Gladiator (JT) News, Forum, Community ...
https://www.jeepgladiatorforum.com/forum/threads/reliability-concerns.65635/
Dec 24, 2022 ... The JT is a good truck. I think they got ahead of themselves on the 3.6L. The axles and such are quality issues from Dana, that can be fixed, by ...
2022 Gladiator shifting problems | Jeep Wrangler Forum
https://www.wranglerforum.com/threads/2022-gladiator-shifting-problems.2452769/
Jan 15, 2023 ... Wondering if I should look into the lemon law with this, is this a common problem? If so, it's not really anything I would like to deal with for ...
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Are you having problems with your 2022 Jeep Gladiator?
Jairo Marquardt 2024-10-25
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.
Filiberto Keebler 2024-07-17
I purchased a '21 Gladiator, but unfortunately experienced significant issues with the steering. Despite trying various solutions, such as adjusting tire pressure and replacing the steering box and damper, the problem persisted and ultimately made driving the vehicle fatiguing and unenjoyable. While I loved many aspects of the jeep, the steering issue was a significant concern. I hope that Jeep will address this problem in the future, as I would be hesitant to purchase another vehicle from them until this issue is resolved.
Devon Collier 2024-03-14
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.
Darrin Luettgen 2024-01-23
The diesel gladiator was purchased with the expectation of better mileage, however, it did not meet the desired fuel efficiency.