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2025 Jeep Gladiator problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 25 complaints on file for the 2025 Jeep Gladiator — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

25

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

4

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

1

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2025 compare to other Gladiator years?

Gladiator NHTSA complaints by model year, 2025 highlighted631 complaints1969: 0 complaints1970: 0 complaints2020: 631 complaints2021: 436 complaints2022: 167 complaints2023: 77 complaints2024: 25 complaints2025: 25 complaints2026: 1 complaints
Gladiator NHTSA complaints by model year, 2025 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2025 Jeep Gladiator problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System416%
Other416%
Speed Control312%
Fuel System312%
Suspension28%
Driver Assistance28%
Lighting28%
Transmission14%
Brakes14%
Engine14%
Steering14%
Airbags14%

Does the 2025 Jeep Gladiator have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

26V363000SteeringJune 4, 2026 · 1,076,999 units

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.

Consequence

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 affected parts, 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 Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on June 11, 2026.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“The contact owns a 2025 Jeep Gladiator. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle made an abnormal popping sound. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 5,000. ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · June 8, 2026

“2025 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon X. I have experienced two separate incidents in less than a month where the vehicle accelerated suddenly and violently, while attempting to park in my garage. Both incidents resulted to significant damage to a parked vehicle, and the building structure. Both incidents…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · June 19, 2026 · crash

“After getting gas and attempting to turn around in the parking lot the vehicle on its own accord while my foot was holding the brake attempted to speed up like cruise control was taking over on its on ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · May 31, 2026

“2025 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon X. I have experienced two separate incidents in less than a month where the vehicle accelerated suddenly and violently, while attempting to park in my garage. Both incidents resulted to significant damage to a parked vehicle, and the building structure. Both incidents…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Speed Control · June 19, 2026 · crash

“Headlights are recessed and snow can pack in the recess which blocks the light. The snow renders the headlights useless and makes for unsafe driving conditions.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Lighting · March 13, 2026

2025 Jeep Gladiator — common questions

Is the 2025 Jeep Gladiator reliable?

The record is thin — 25 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

What are the most common 2025 Gladiator problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are other (4 complaints), electrical system (4 complaints), speed control (3 complaints).

Does the 2025 Jeep Gladiator have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2025 Jeep Gladiator. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Jeep Gladiator years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Gladiator years to avoid are 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023. The cleanest record among Gladiator years belongs to 1970.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.