2024 Jeep Gladiator: common problems and reliability

The 2024 Jeep Gladiator has 18 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 2 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are electrical system and steering. Owners most often flag electrical system failures — very frequent reports of primary/auxiliary battery failures, wiring harness problems, fuse blowouts, and general can bus system faults causing cascading issues like power steering failure. frequency: very frequent.

Safety record for the 2024 model year

18
Owner complaints
2
Recalls
0
Crash reports
2
Fire reports

Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2024 Jeep Gladiator vehicles (US, public record).

Where owners report problems

electrical system
6
steering
4
engine
3
service brakes
2
power train
2

Recalls affecting the 2024 Gladiator

electrical system: instrument cluster/panel

Campaign 24V652000

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 c…

steering:hydraulic power assist:pump

Campaign 26V363000

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 vehic…

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. Owners who prioritize these

  • Electrical system failures — very frequent reports of primary/auxiliary battery failures, wiring harness problems, fuse blowouts, and general CAN bus system faults causing cascading issues like power steering failure. Frequency: very frequent.
  • Engine valvetrain/camshaft issues — recurrent mentions of problems with the 3.6L Pentastar V6 engine, particularly lifter and camshaft failures, often occurring between 30,000-70,000 miles. Frequency: recurrent.
  • Poor on-road ride and handling — very frequent criticism for a rough, bouncy ride on pavement, excessive wind and road noise, vibrations at highway speeds (noted around 80-85 mph / 129-137 km/h), and vague steering. Frequency: very frequent.
  • Dealer and manufacturer service problems — recurrent reports of unhelpful service departments, lengthy repair times without loaner vehicles, and poor support from corporate Jeep in resolving issues. Frequency: recurrent.
  • Body leaks — recurrent mentions of water leaks, particularly around the freedom tops (removable roof panels) and rear window, even on new vehicles. Frequency: recurrent.

Owner insights cover all generations of the Gladiator.

Typical used price

Used Gladiator listings typically run $35,953–$45,999 across 2020 to 2026 model years.

Other Gladiator model years

2021 Gladiator
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