2024 Jeep GladiatorProblems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 23 owner complaints about the 2024 Jeep Gladiator, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 2 safety recalls, and for recall 24V-652 the manufacturer reports only 71% of affected cars repaired.

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through August 19, 2026. Updated daily.

Complaints by system

Where the 2024 Jeep Gladiator has problems

23 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Electrical system82
Steering72
Service brakes30
Engine31
Power train20
Vehicle speed control20
Forward collision avoidance10
Wheels10

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

2 recalls

2024 Jeep Gladiator recalls and how many were fixed

Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

36%repaired · 2026 Q3

Hydraulic power assist: pump

Park outsideNew

Recall 26V-363 · Jun 4, 2026 · 1,076,999 vehicles · 386,906 repaired

Risk. A vehicle fire increases the risk of injury.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

71%repaired · 2026 Q3

Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel

Recall 24V-652 · Sep 5, 2024 · 32,863 vehicles · 23,317 repaired

Risk. An instrument panel that fails to display critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, can increase the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Jeep.

Best & worst years

2024 vs. every other Gladiator year

Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Gladiator median. How we score

'69'70'20'21'22'23'24'25'26
  • Avoid
  • Caution
  • Solid
  • Best
  • Not rated
NHTSA crash tests

2024 Jeep Gladiator safety ratings

2024 Jeep Gladiator PU/CC 4WD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.

  • Rollover: 3 stars (26.7% risk)
  • Stability control: Standard
  • Forward collision warning: Optional
  • Lane departure warning: Not Available
1 investigation

NHTSA defect investigations

Federal investigations that included the 2024 Jeep Gladiator, and the recalls they led to.

  1. Underhood firesPE24024 · closed Sep 24, 2026
    Led to recall 26V-363
In owners' words

What Gladiator owners report

Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

-The power steering pump electrical wiring harness/connector. The vehicle is subject to active Mopar safety Recall 21D (NHTSA Campaign 26v-363) for an un remedied vehicle fire risk caused by high electrical resistance. Yes, the vehicle and affected component are available for inspection upon…
Complaint 11757850 · Aug 19, 2026
Electrical Fire Recall / NOT FIXED / Dealers and Jeep refuse to repair as there is no repair for it. Afraid to park this at home/work. Currently no signs other than steering feeling heavier over time.
Complaint 11747503 · Jun 30, 2026
I was driving my 2024 Jeep Gladiator Willys Texas Edition on the FM 3180 and I 10 when the vehicle experienced a complete electrical failure without warning. The instrument panel began flashing, the vehicle lost power and became completely inoperative while I was traveling. I was able to get the…
Complaint 11746567 · Jun 25, 2026

Own a 2024 Gladiator?

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