2024 Jeep Gladiator problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Steering (6) · Electrical System (3) · Service Brakes (2)
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Safety recalls (2)
Steering:hydraulic Power Assist:pump 2026-06-04 · campaign 26V363000 · 1,076,999 vehicles ⚠ PARK OUTSIDE
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.
Fix: 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 Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on June 1
Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/Panel 2024-09-05 · campaign 24V652000 · 32,863 vehicles
Defect: 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 comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Controls and Displays."
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.
Fix: Dealers will replace the instrument panel cluster, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed between October 3, 2024, and January 23, 2025. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 30B.
Service bulletins (276)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Electrical System 2026-10-09 · 08-360-26 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
flash: drivetrain control module (dtcm) updates customers must experience a malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illumination and the vehicle must symptom: exhibit/set the following diagnostic trouble code (dtc): ● c147b-92 - front axle disconnect sensor performance or incorrect operation customers may
Electrical System 2026-10-09 · 08-360-26 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
flash: drivetrain control module (dtcm) updates customers must experience a malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illumination and the vehicle must symptom: exhibit/set the following diagnostic trouble code (dtc): ● c147b-92 - front axle disconnect sensor performance or incorrect operation customers may
Power Train 2026-09-30 · S2621000004 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
the customer may complain about a popping noise, grinding noise, or an intermittent no reverse or forward transmission engagement. the tech may find damaged and/or worn transmission output shaft splines (850re transmission only)
Steering 2026-09-24 · 114746 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
socket - drag link inner
Steering 2026-09-24 · 114745 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
socket - drag link inner
Seats 2026-09-08 · S2623000048 REV.A · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
customer states driver seat inoperative. seat fuse f59 30a found blown.
Showing the 6 most recent of 276 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2026-08-19 · Steering“-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 request. -due to the electrical fire risk, the manufactu…”
2026-08-02 · Service Brakes“this happened on a 2024 jeep gladiator. when parking i went to set the parking brake and as i pulled the handle i heard a pop and felt the handle release all pressure. with the handle up there was no braking effect. dealer repaired by hooking the right wheel cable back onto the bracket located under the center console, and then adjusting.…”
2026-07-15 · Steering“the contact owns a 2024 jeep gladiator. upon research, the contact discovered that the vin was included in nhtsa campaign number: 26v363000 (steering); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. the contact had not yet received the notification of the recall but was concerned about the fire risk associated with the recall. the…”
2026-07-10 · Unknown Or Other“factory installed corning gorilla glass became marred and scratched from windshield wiper during rain fall. glass also developed a crack in the right lower corner of the glass from unknown source (not a stone or road hazard). i requested the repair be covered under the original factory warranty and the repair was rejected. per the dealership the gl…”
2026-06-30 · Electrical System“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.…”
2026-06-25 · Electrical System“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 vehicle off the roadway, but it would not restart. a…”
2026-06-18 · Steering:hydraulic Power Assist:pump“my 2024 jeep gladiator is subject to recall 21d (nhtsa 26v-363). the recall warns of a fire risk while parked due to overheating of an electrical connection. owners have been instructed to park away from structures and other vehicles, but there is currently no remedy available. i am concerned about the safety risk and the lack of an available repai…”
2026-06-17 · Unknown Or Other“called dealership about recall they told me they can not fix the problem. i can not park my car near a structure. so where am i parking my car. i asked if my car driving weird can be from this recall they told could be possible but they have no resolution for it. …”
2026-05-27 · Service Brakes“my 2024 jeep gladiator mojave has an ongoing brake issue that persists despite inspections by multiple dealerships. when starting the vehicle in the morning, the brake pedal is unusually hard and sits lower than expected, requiring excessive force before the engine will engage. once the engine is running, pedal pressure returns to normal. for compa…”
2026-05-13 · Power Train“premature clutch failure around 20,000 miles. it happened the first time the 4wd was engaged. vehicle is in limp mode and cannot drive. there were no warnings prior to the issue. previous year models have had nhtsa recalls issued for clutch failures. …”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.