2025 Jeep Gladiator problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Vehicle Speed Control (3) · Suspension (2) · Steering (2)
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Safety recalls (1)
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
Service bulletins (195)
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 · 08-361-26 · 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 · 08-361-26 · 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 195 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2026-10-28 · Steering · 4,623 mi“the contact owns a 2025 jeep gladiator. the contact stated that while driving 70 mph, the vehicle shook violently. the contact stated that after releasing the accelerator pedal the vehicle decelerated and stopped shaking. the failure had occurred twice. the vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed, and the contact was informed that the steer…”
2026-10-28 · Tires · 4,623 mi“the contact owns a 2025 jeep gladiator equipped with bridgestone tires, tire line: dueler ht, tire size: 245/75/r17, dot number: (n/a). the contact stated that while placing groceries inside the vehicle, the contact became aware that the driver's side rear tire had a large amount of tread missing, about the size of a half dollar. the contact was un…”
2026-08-04 · Equipment:electrical:infotainment“uconnect systems. have to pull over to reboot infotainment system by opening/closing doors and turning on/off. it does not always work. can’t read maps, speed, temperature, and radio info. it’s the brains of the vehicle. it’s been worked on by jeep dealership 2 different times. last visit has been over 2 months at the dealership. the dealership has…”
2026-06-22 · Fuel/Propulsion System“i was driving my 2025 jeep gladiator, on several occasions i tried to stop and my jeep didn't want to stop, the jeep wanted to keep accelerating (i was not using cruise control) . i stepped on the brake and it felt "squishy" but did stop the vehicle (it only feels this way when the uncontrolled acceleration is happening). once was pulling into our…”
2026-06-21 · Vehicle Speed Control · 💥 crash“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 were completely random and unexpected. i assumed the …”
2026-06-11 · Suspension · 5,000 mi“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. …”
2026-06-11 · Vehicle Speed Control“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 …”
2026-05-06 · Air Bags · 💥 crash“2025 jeep gladiator was struck on the rear drivers side by and on the rear tire by a nissan rogue. the jeep was spun 180 degrees and flipped on the passenger side. none of the airbags deployed at any time during the accident.…”
2026-05-01 · Fuel/Propulsion System“i own a 2025 jeep gladiator with approximately 48,000 miles. the vehicle was fully operational as of approximately 5:00 pm on monday, april 27, but by 7:30 am the following morning it had become inoperable due to a rodent chewing through the fuel line overnight. the vehicle required towing to a dealership, beaman chrysler dodge jeep ram. at the tim…”
2026-03-13 · Exterior Lighting“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.…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.