Problems owners report
Complaints filed with NHTSA about the 2021 Jeep Gladiator, by the system named in each complaint. One complaint can name several.
- Steering94
- Power train71
- Engine53
- Electrical system46
- Suspension41
- Unknown or other28
- Fuel/propulsion system20
- Service brakes16
- Vehicle speed control14
- Exterior lighting13
NHTSA ODI complaints (public domain) · updated 23 Oct 2026 · 7 injuries and 0 deaths reported
Compared with other years
NHTSA ODI complaints by model year
Fatal crashes in the US
From 2020 to 2023, 36 2021 Gladiator vehicles were involved in crashes on US public roads in which someone died; 9 people died inside them, and 13 of the vehicles rolled over. This is a count, not a crash rate: it grows with the number of cars on the road.
NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS), crash years 2020–2023 (public domain)
New York safety inspections
At its first New York inspection the 2021 Jeep Gladiator failed the safety check 1.05% of the time — 11% more often than the average 2021 passenger car (0.95%). Median odometer at inspection: 25,296 miles.
NY DMV Vehicle Inspections (vezn-fmmk), initial inspections since Aug 2021 · how we count
Real-world fuel consumption
439 Jeep Gladiator vans first registered in Europe in 2021 report their fuel use through the on-board meter. Diesel versions use 10.8 l/100 km on the road against 9.5 in the WLTP test (+13%).
| Fuel | Vehicles | On the road | WLTP | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 439 | 10.8 | 9.5 | +13% |
Litres per 100 km from the cars' own fuel meters (OBFCM), collected in 2024; the year is the year of first registration. All years together · European Environment Agency · CC BY 4.0
In New Zealand
121 2021 cars are on the New Zealand register.
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi, Motor Vehicle Register (March 2026) · CC BY 4.0
Crash-test ratings
NHTSA 5-star results for 1 variant; not yet fully rated. Rollover risk is the estimated chance of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Variant | Overall | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 Jeep Gladiator PU/CC 4WD | — | 26.7 % |
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
- Forward collision warning
- Optional
- Lane departure warning
- No
- Best overall rating
- —
NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), api.nhtsa.gov · US federal work, public domain
Fuel consumption
Official Canadian test results for 4 variants: combined 9.8–12.6 L/100 km (about 19–24 mpg US), CO₂ 263–296 g/km.
| Variant | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gladiator 4X4 EcoDiesel · Pickup truck: Standard · Diesel | 10.8 | 8.5 | 9.8 |
| Gladiator 4X4 Rubicon EcoDiesel · Pickup truck: Standard · Diesel | 11.0 | 8.7 | 10.0 |
| Gladiator 4X4 · Pickup truck: Standard · Regular gasoline | 13.7 | 10.7 | 12.3 |
| Gladiator 4X4 · Pickup truck: Standard · Regular gasoline | 14.3 | 10.4 | 12.6 |
Litres per 100 km. Natural Resources Canada, Fuel consumption ratings (open.canada.ca) · Open Government Licence – Canada
Recalls in Canada
7 Transport Canada recalls for the 2021 Jeep Gladiator.
| 2026271 4 Jun 2026 | Steering Issue: On certain vehicles, the connection for the electric hydraulic power steering pump (EHPSP) could become loose. If this happens, the EHPSP connection cou… |
| 2023218 13 Apr 2023 | Fuel System Issue: On certain vehicles equipped with a 3.0 L diesel engine, the high-pressure fuel pump could fail. If this happens, you may notice a change in engine per… |
| 2023089 23 Feb 2023 | Powertrain Issue: Under certain conditions, the clutch pressure plate could overheat and break. If this happens, the pressure plate may also crack or break the transmiss… |
| 2022583 14 Oct 2022 | Seats And Restraints Issue: On certain vehicles, there may be a problem with the driver and front passenger seat belt pretensioners. As a result, the seat belt pretensioners may n… |
| 2022584 14 Oct 2022 | Engine Issue: On certain vehicles equipped with a 3.0 L diesel engine, the high-pressure fuel pump could fail. If this happens, you may notice a change in engine perf… |
| 2022476 25 Aug 2022 | Visual System Issue: On certain vehicles equipped with a 3.0 L diesel engine, a software problem could cause the radio to reset. If you shift to reverse while the computer … |
| 2021035 28 Jan 2021 | Powertrain Issue: In certain circumstances, the clutch pressure plate could overheat and break. If this happens, the pressure plate may also crack or break the transmiss… |
Transport Canada Vehicle Recalls Database · Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada
Recalls
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.
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.
Whether a recall was fixed on a particular car is known only to the manufacturer: check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
NHTSA recalls · summaries in NHTSA's own words
Service bulletins
What Jeep told its dealers about the 2021 Jeep Gladiator: known faults, fixes and updates.
| Bulletin | Summary |
|---|---|
| 11011921 | "D Clutch Repair Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must exhibit/set one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): P0733-00 - Gear 3 Shift Incorrect Ratio. P1DA8-00 - Incorrect Gear Ratio Clutch A B or D Defective. P1D92-00 - Incorrect Gear Ratio - Clutch 4 Defective. This bulletin involves replacing the D clutch" |
| 11011901 | Warranty Bulletin ID-23-03 Rev. H 2018 - 2024 Jeep Wrangler (JL) and 2020 - 2024 (Current) Jeep Gladiator (JT) - Corrosion Warranty Claim Simplification |
| 11011898 | Warranty Bulletin D-23-04 Rev. G 2018 - 2024 Jeep Wrangler (JL) and 2020 - 2024 Jeep Gladiator (JT) - Corrosion Warranty Claim Simplification |
| 11011895 | Jeep Bluetooth Speaker Does Not Charge |
| 11011505 | Buzz Squeak Rattle (BSR) From Speaker Sound Bar At High Volume Level. |
| 11011504 | Buzz Squeak Rattle (BSR) From Sound Bar Or Sport Bar Area. |
| 11011171 | DAMPER - NONE |
| 11011150 | COVER KIT - HOOD |
| 11010511 | Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) Service Information. TPM Lamp On. |
| 11010259 | "D Clutch Repair Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must exhibit/set one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): P0733-00 - Gear 3 Shift Incorrect Ratio. P1DA8-00 - Incorrect Gear Ratio Clutch A B or D Defective. P1D92-00 - Incorrect Gear Ratio - Clutch 4 Defective. This bulletin involves replacing the D clutch." |
| 11009561 | SWITCH - HEADLAMP |
| 11009540 | Heated Steering Wheel Inoperative And Or Not Hot Enough. |
| 11009027 | "D Clutch Repair Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must exhibit/set one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): P0733-00 - Gear 3 Shift Incorrect Ratio. P1DA8-00 - Incorrect Gear Ratio Clutch A B or D Defective. P1D92-00 - Incorrect Gear Ratio - Clutch 4 Defective. This bulletin involves replacing the D clutch. " |
| 11008973 | FCA Caribbean Warranty Bulletin ID-23-03 Rev. G 2018 - 2024 Jeep Wrangler (JL) and 2020 - 2024 (Current) Jeep Gladiator (JT) - Corrosion Warranty Claim Simplification |
| 11008972 | Warranty Bulletin D-23-04 Rev. F 2018 - 2024 Jeep Wrangler (JL) and 2020 - 2024 Jeep Gladiator (JT) - Corrosion Warranty Claim Simplification |
| 11008913 | "D Clutch Repair Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must exhibit/set one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): P0733-00 - Gear 3 Shift Incorrect Ratio. P1DA8-00 - Incorrect Gear Ratio Clutch A B or D Defective. P1D92-00 - Incorrect Gear Ratio - Clutch 4 Defective. This bulletin involves replacing the D clutch." |
| 11008707 | SWITCH - HEADLAMP |
| 11008697 | FCA Caribbean Warranty Bulletin ID-23-03 Rev.F 2018 - 2024 (Current) Jeep Wrangler (JL) and 2020 - 2024 (Current) Jeep Gladiator (JT) - Corrosion Warranty Claim Simplification |
| 11008356 | Warranty Bulletin D-23--04 2018 - 2024 (Current) Jeep Wrangler (JL) and 2020 - 2024 (Current) Jeep Gladiator (JT) - Corrosion Warranty Claim Simplification |
| 11008200 | "D Clutch Repair Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must exhibit/set one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): P0733-00 - Gear 3 Shift Incorrect Ratio. P1DA8-00 - Incorrect Gear Ratio Clutch A B or D Defective. P1D92-00 - Incorrect Gear Ratio - Clutch 4 Defective. This bulletin involves replacing the D clutch." |
| 11007984 | Low Tire Pressure. Tire Valve Stem And Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) Sensor Service. |
| 11007954 | Battery Drain Suspected or "Identified" From USB or Media Hub |
| 11007649 | "D Clutch Repair Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must exhibit/set one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): P0733-00 - Gear 3 Shift Incorrect Ratio. P1DA8-00 - Incorrect Gear Ratio Clutch A B or D Defective. P1D92-00 - Incorrect Gear Ratio - Clutch 4 Defective. This bulletin involves replacing the D clutch." |
| 11006887 | WHEEL - STEEL |
| 11006622 | Click Noise From Front End While Driving And Or Turning. |
NHTSA manufacturer communications (public domain)
NHTSA investigations
Underhood fires
High pressure fuel pump failure
NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation