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2021 Jeep Gladiator
The problems owners report. The recalls to check. The evidence behind each.
Your vehicle at a glance
Complaint patterns and official recall records, kept distinct.
- Owner complaints
- 292
- Received Nov 2020 to Sep 2026
Owner reports
Most reported problems
- 1Steering wheel shakes violently at highway speed43 complaints · 15% of this vehicle’s complaints
- 2Steering wanders or pulls at highway speed13 complaints · 4.5% of this vehicle’s complaints
- 3Unintended acceleration despite braking12 complaints · 4.1% of this vehicle’s complaints
Official NHTSA records
Recalls to check
- Recall #26V363000Park outsideChrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Jeep Wrangler, Wrangler 4XE, and Jeep Gladiator vehicles. The electric hydraulic power steering pump wiring may overheat and cause a vehicle fire, even when the vehicle is parked with the ignition in the "Off" position.
- Recall #24V652000Chrysler (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."
BrakeNews signals
Flagged complaint patterns
Unusual complaint patterns with no matched recall yet. A flag does not mean a recall will happen.
- Steering wheel shakes violently at highway speedFirst signal: Nov 2021
- Brake lights fail or stay onFirst signal: Oct 2024
- Power steering cuts out while drivingFirst signal: Feb 2026
Complaint counts reflect reports submitted to NHTSA, not failure rates or a reliability ranking. Reported in these complaints: 7 crashes, 3 fires, 7 people injured, 0 deaths.
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Where do owners report problems?
Choose an area on the car or a system below to explore the reported problems.
Illustrative only; not this vehicle’s exact design. Areas represent complaint categories, not confirmed defective parts.
Showing all 20 listed problems by system.
Engine & powertrain
Brakes
Electrical & lights
1 more problem
Airbags, belts & seats
No problems in this category meet this page’s listing criteria. This does not establish that the system is free of problems.
Steering, suspension & tires
Body, doors & glass
Driver assistance
No problems in this category meet this page’s listing criteria. This does not establish that the system is free of problems.
Other
No problems in this category meet this page’s listing criteria. This does not establish that the system is free of problems.
Complaint history
When NHTSA received these reports. Changes in reporting alone do not establish a change in failure rates.
Show as a table
| Month | Complaints |
|---|---|
| November 2020 | 1 |
| December 2020 | 0 |
| January 2021 | 0 |
| February 2021 | 2 |
| March 2021 | 4 |
| April 2021 | 0 |
| May 2021 | 5 |
| June 2021 | 1 |
| July 2021 | 1 |
| August 2021 | 6 |
| September 2021 | 8 |
| October 2021 | 3 |
| November 2021 | 6 |
| December 2021 | 7 |
| January 2022 | 27 |
| February 2022 | 5 |
| March 2022 | 3 |
| April 2022 | 3 |
| May 2022 | 3 |
| June 2022 | 4 |
| July 2022 | 1 |
| August 2022 | 1 |
| September 2022 | 7 |
| October 2022 | 4 |
| November 2022 | 7 |
| December 2022 | 7 |
| January 2023 | 8 |
| February 2023 | 5 |
| March 2023 | 4 |
| April 2023 | 1 |
| May 2023 | 2 |
| June 2023 | 7 |
| July 2023 | 3 |
| August 2023 | 3 |
| September 2023 | 5 |
| October 2023 | 8 |
| November 2023 | 3 |
| December 2023 | 5 |
| January 2024 | 5 |
| February 2024 | 2 |
| March 2024 | 3 |
| April 2024 | 3 |
| May 2024 | 4 |
| June 2024 | 4 |
| July 2024 | 4 |
| August 2024 | 1 |
| September 2024 | 3 |
| October 2024 | 5 |
| November 2024 | 3 |
| December 2024 | 2 |
| January 2025 | 7 |
| February 2025 | 5 |
| March 2025 | 6 |
| April 2025 | 3 |
| May 2025 | 4 |
| June 2025 | 4 |
| July 2025 | 2 |
| August 2025 | 2 |
| September 2025 | 0 |
| October 2025 | 3 |
| November 2025 | 3 |
| December 2025 | 0 |
| January 2026 | 4 |
| February 2026 | 8 |
| March 2026 | 3 |
| April 2026 | 3 |
| May 2026 | 3 |
| June 2026 | 8 |
| July 2026 | 9 |
| August 2026 | 3 |
| September 2026 | 3 |
| October 2026 | 0 |
| Total | 292 |
Problems owners report
Listed groups have at least 3 complaints. The page includes the 20 largest groups plus any additional flagged groups; some complaints are not assigned to a group.
| Problem | Complaints | Share | Share ratio | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering wheel shakes violently at highway speed | 43 | 15% | 12.4× | BrakeNews flag · First signal: Nov 2021 Model estimate of a matched recall within 24 months: 1.8% |
| Steering wanders or pulls at highway speed | 13 | 4.5% | – | |
| Unintended acceleration despite braking | 12 | 4.1% | – | |
| Manual clutch wears out or fails early | 9 | 3.1% | 21.2× | NHTSA recall #21V028000, #23V116000 |
| Glass shatters or cracks without impact | 8 | 2.7% | – | |
| Automatic transmission shifts unexpectedly or slips | 8 | 2.7% | 1.1× | |
| Brake lights fail or stay on | 7 | 2.4% | 16.9× | BrakeNews flag · First signal: Oct 2024 Model estimate of a matched recall within 24 months: 1.1% |
| Electronic throttle body fails and cuts power | 7 | 2.4% | – | |
| Vehicle catches fire from wiring | 6 | 2.1% | 3.3× | NHTSA recall #26V363000 |
| Steering wheel seizes or locks suddenly | 6 | 2.1% | – | |
| Engine suddenly shuts off while driving | 6 | 2.1% | – | NHTSA recall #24V572000 |
| Power steering cuts out while driving | 6 | 2.1% | 3.4× | BrakeNews flag · First signal: Feb 2026 Model estimate of a matched recall within 24 months: 0.8% |
| Jeep Cherokee stalls while driving | 5 | 1.7% | – | |
| Suspension struts and shocks wear out early | 5 | 1.7% | – | |
| Head gasket leaks coolant into engine | 5 | 1.7% | – | |
| Water leaks into cabin during rain | 4 | 1.4% | – | |
| Headlights dim or fail at night | 4 | 1.4% | – | |
| Axle breaks while driving, wheel detaches | 4 | 1.4% | – | |
| Battery drains and dies when parked | 4 | 1.4% | 3.7× | |
| Transmission fails or loses power while driving | 4 | 1.4% | – |
AI groups complaints by meaning; the groups are approximate. Share ratio compares the problem’s share of this vehicle’s complaints with its share on other vehicles over the last 24 months (shown from 3 recent complaints). A 2× ratio means twice the complaint share, not twice the failure risk. Flags mark unusual shares or recent surges after an AI review of the complaint content. “First signal” does not mean the pattern has persisted continuously.How recall estimates are calculated.
Recalls
NHTSA recall #26V363000June 4, 20261,076,999 vehicles affected
Park outside: NHTSA advises this until the repair is done.
steering: hydraulic power assist: pump
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Jeep Wrangler, Wrangler 4XE, and Jeep Gladiator vehicles. The electric hydraulic power steering pump wiring may overheat and cause a vehicle fire, even when the vehicle is parked with the ignition in the "Off" position.
A vehicle fire increases the risk of injury.
Remedy
Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures, until their vehicle is repaired. Dealers will inspect and replace the wiring and electric hydraulic power steering pump, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 9, 2026. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is 21D. The Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on June 11, 2026.
NHTSA recall #24V652000September 5, 202432,863 vehicles affected
electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
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."
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 between October 3, 2024, and January 23, 2025. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 30B.
NHTSA recall #24V572000August 1, 202494 vehicles affected
power train: manual transmission: control module: software
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.
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.
NHTSA recall #23V263000April 13, 202345,832 vehicles affected
fuel system, diesel: delivery: fuel pump
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.
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.
NHTSA recall #23V116000February 23, 202369,201 vehicles affected
power train: clutch assembly
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.
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.
NHTSA recall #22V767000October 13, 202260,413 vehicles affected
engine; fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump
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.
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.
NHTSA recall #22V638000August 25, 20227,895 vehicles affected
back over prevention: display function
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."
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.
NHTSA recall #21V028000January 28, 202142,887 vehicles affected
power train: clutch assembly
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.
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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About this data
NHTSA complaints and recalls through October 2026. Complaints are counted once each, however many components they name. Original complaints are on NHTSA's page for the 2021 Jeep Gladiator.
Problem groups are formed by AI and may be approximate. BrakeNews flags unusual complaint patterns; they are not official defect findings. Investigation reports are written and checked by AI, with no human review. Owner reports do not establish that a defect exists.
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