Worst 2021 Jeep Gladiator Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Steering Defects
Transmission / Drivetrain
Engine Problems
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2021 Jeep Gladiator.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering Defects | 84 | 2 | 1 | 6,318 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 58 | — | — | 28,485 mi | |
| Engine Problems | 53 | 1 | 1 | 22,640 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 39 | 1 | — | 20,690 mi | |
| Suspension Failures | 38 | 3 | — | 30,667 mi | |
| Fuel System | 16 | — | — | — | |
| Brakes | 15 | 2 | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 13 | 1 | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 11 | — | — | — | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 11 | — | — | 700 mi | |
| Gasoline Fuel System | 10 | — | — | 17,833 mi | |
| Wheel Issues | 8 | — | — | — | |
| Airbags | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Exterior Lighting:Headlights | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Diesel Fuel System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Steering:Linkages:Drag:Link:Connection | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Body Structure | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Air Bags: Air Bag/Restraint Control Module | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Backup Camera | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention: Rearview System Braking | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine & Cooling | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Fuel System, Diesel:Delivery:Fuel Pump | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Parking-Brake Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Automatic Transmission | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2021 Jeep Gladiator
7 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~259,185 vehicles.
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."
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.
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.
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.
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.
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."
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.
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2021 Jeep Gladiator — FAQ
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Jeep Gladiator reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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