NHTSA lists 292 complaints for the 2021 Jeep Gladiator, 7 of them mention a crash and 3 mention a fire. 6 complaints mention an injury, with 7 injuries and 0 deaths reported.
Data build 2026-10-08.
NHTSA lists this vehicle as JEEP GLADIATOR.
Recalls
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8 recalls.
Date: 2026-06-04. Systems: STEERING.
Defect: 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. (excerpt)
Consequence: A vehicle fire increases the risk of injury. (excerpt)
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 (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: Yes.
Date: 2024-09-05. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Defect: 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 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.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2024-08-01. Systems: POWER TRAIN.
Defect: 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.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2023-04-13. Systems: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL.
Defect: 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.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2023-02-23. Systems: POWER TRAIN.
Defect: 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. (excerpt)
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. (excerpt)
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 ne (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2022-10-13. Systems: ENGINE, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE.
Defect: 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.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2022-08-25. Systems: BACK OVER PREVENTION.
Defect: 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.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2021-01-28. Systems: POWER TRAIN.
Defect: 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.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Manufacturer communications
699 manufacturer communications.
Communications by system| System | Count |
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| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 189 |
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| EQUIPMENT | 138 |
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| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 76 |
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| POWER TRAIN | 58 |
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| BACK OVER PREVENTION | 53 |
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| STRUCTURE | 47 |
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| VISIBILITY | 38 |
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| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 34 |
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11037597
Date: 2026-09-24. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STEERING.
SOCKET - DRAG LINK INNER
11037598
Date: 2026-09-24. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STEERING.
SOCKET - DRAG LINK INNER
11037346
Date: 2026-09-08. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE.
Passive Entry O/S Dr Handle Prior to replacing an inoperative passive entry door handle, perform Star Online S2623000040.
11036281
Date: 2026-08-12. Type: Warranty Program/Extension. Systems: STRUCTURE.
D-25-15 Rev. C Aluminum Filiform Corrosion Warranty Policy and Vehicle Digital Imaging (VDI) Pre-Approval Process - ALL Vehicles
11036282
Date: 2026-08-12. Type: Warranty Program/Extension. Systems: STRUCTURE.
ID-25-11 Rev. C Aluminum Filiform Corrosion Warranty Policy and Vehicle Digital Imaging (VDI) Pre-Approval Process - ALL Vehicles
11036183
Date: 2026-08-06. Type: Warranty Program/Extension. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
EMISSION RECALL a NORTH AMERICA Check Engine/Malfunction Indicator Lamp 16C The instrument panel cluster on about 32,587 of the above vehicles may have an inoperable check engine/malfunction indicator lamp (CEL/MIL). (JT) vehicles: CEL/MIL and cargo lamp indicator function are swapped.
11035077
Date: 2026-07-07. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE.
CORE a HEATER
11035078
Date: 2026-07-07. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE.
CORE a HEATER
11034371
Date: 2026-06-23. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
MOTOR - BLOWER WITH WHEEL
11034372
Date: 2026-06-23. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
MOTOR - BLOWER WITH WHEEL