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2020 Jeep Gladiator: common problems and reliability
One of the weaker Gladiator years.
483 owner complaints, most about electrical system. 7 recalls.
Should I buy a 2020 Gladiator?The 2020 Jeep Gladiator has 483 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 7 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are electrical system and steering.
Safety record for the 2020 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2020 Jeep Gladiator vehicles (US, public record).
The Year Score compares this year with other Gladiator years only. How we score it
Is 2020 a good year for the Gladiator?
Across the 7 Gladiator model years we track, complaint volume runs from 112 (2023) to 580 (2021). With 483 complaints, the 2020 Gladiator sits above the model's median of 112.
These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.
Where owners report problems
Recalls affecting the 2020 Gladiator
power train:driveline:driveshaft
Campaign 19V636000Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2020 Jeep Gladiator vehicles. The rear driveshafts may have been incorrectly assembled without grease in the monoblock joint.
seat belts
Campaign 20V580000Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Jeep Wrangler and Ram 2500, 2019-2020 Ram 1500 and 2020 Jeep Gladiator vehicles. In the event of a crash, a front seat belt retractor may not properly slow the occupant's forward movement after locking.
back over prevention: sensing system: camera
Campaign 20V191000Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2020 Jeep Gladiator and Jeep Cherokee, 2019-2020 Ram 1500 Pickup, Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, Chrysler Pacifica, Dodge Durango, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Wrangler, and Jeep Renegade and 2019 Dodge Challenger vehicles equipped with 8.4" or 12" radio displays. A software error can cause the rearview camera image to remain displayed after the vehicle has been shifted out of reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
power train:clutch assembly
Campaign 21V028000Chrysler (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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power train:clutch assembly
Campaign 20V124000Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Jeep Wrangler and 2020 Gladiator vehicles equipped with manual transmissions. The clutch pressure plate may overheat and fracture.
power train:clutch assembly
Campaign 23V116000Chrysler (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.
electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
Campaign 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."
What owners say across generations
Mixed sentiment with a clear divide. The vehicle is celebrated by a dedicated enthusiast base for its unique open-air capability, unmatched off-road prowess, extensive aftermarket support, and the fun factor of a convertible truck.
Owner insights cover all generations of the Gladiator. See the full Gladiator owner picture and every model year.
Typical used price
Used Gladiator listings typically run $28,194–$35,398.
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