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All cars · Jeep Gladiator · 2025

2025 Jeep Gladiator. Advanced data.

The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.

Lemon Index–100 = average car
Complaints15NHTSA, first 3 years
Sold56,790U.S. model year
Per 100K sold26complaints

Engines and drivetrains 1

EngineTransmissionDriveCity / hwy / combinedFuelFuel cost/yr
3.6L 6-cylAuto 8-spd4WD17 / 22 / 19Regular$3,300

EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.

Complaints by system

SystemShare of complaints
Electrical27%
Speed control20%
Fuel or ev drive system20%
Lights13%
Suspension13%

One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.

Severity, all complaints

TotalCrashesFiresInjuriesDeathsTows
1520101

As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.

Recall campaigns 1

  • 26V363000 Jun 2026 Steering / Hydraulic Power Assist / Pump

    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.

    Risk. 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

Manufacturer communications 195

Jeep filed 195 service communications for this car with NHTSA.

  • Drained Battery, Low System Voltage, Battery Not Charging, High System Voltage
  • Battery Drain Suspected or "Identified" From USB or Media Hub

Crash ratings by version

VersionOverallFrontSideRollover
Jeep Gladiator PU/CC 4WDnot rated★★★★☆not rated★★★☆☆

Safety equipment

Electronic stabilityForward collision warningLane departure warning
StandardOptionalNot Available

Nearby model years

YearLemon IndexComplaintsSoldTop system
2022989577,855Electrical
2023745755,188Electrical
2024572342,123Electrical
2025–1556,790Electrical

Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.

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