2026 Jeep Gladiator problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Service Brakes (1) · Electrical System (1)
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Safety recalls (2)
Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera 2026-08-13 · campaign 26V531000 · 844,028 vehicles
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Gladiator, Jeep Compass, Jeep Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, Jeep Grand Wagoneer, Jeep Grand Wagoneer L, Ram Promaster, Ram Promaster EV, Ram 1500, Ram 2500, Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid, Chrysler Voyager, and 2026-2027 Chrysler Pacifica and Dodge Charger vehicles. The rearview camera image may fail to display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requi
Risk: A rearview camera image that fails to display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Radio software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning September 2, 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 78D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 20, 2026.
Wheels 2026-07-16 · campaign 26V456000 · 641 vehicles
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Jeep Gladiator and Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The walls for the steel wheels may be too thin, allowing them to crack or detach, which can result in a loss of vehicle control.
Risk: Loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the steel wheels and valve stems, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 4, 2026. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 05D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning July 23, 2026.
Service bulletins (102)
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 · 08-362-26 · 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 · 08-362-26 · 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
Electrical System 2026-09-08 · OTHERDOC_177 · Other
radio over the air update to u43.17 r1h software version (fota) customers may experience one or more of the following:- navigation stability - android auto & carplay stability & connectivity- distorted/glitchy display prior to start‑up animation- text appearance display- widget incorrect display- tu
Showing the 6 most recent of 102 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2026-09-04 · Electrical System“while stopped in active traffic at a red light on august 31, 2026, the vehicle suffered an unexpected, complete electrical failure and sudden total loss of motive power. the digital instrument cluster illuminated a red battery indicator accompanied by an urgent safety alert stating: "stop safely / vehicle will shut off soon." within seconds,…”
2026-07-29 · Unknown Or Other · 🔥 fire“my husband parked this car in my driveway at 8:15 pm. our security cameras show a spark under the car at 8:35. by 8:42 the front half of the car was completely engulfed in flames. the front half of the car is totally burned. …”
2026-05-22 · Service Brakes“this vehicle suffered a sudden; catastrophic hydraulic brake fluid leak and complete system failure shortly after a service visit with only 700 miles total on the new vehicle. hours prior to the failure, lindsay chrysler dodge jeep ram of manassas, va (where the vehicle was purchased new, earlier that month) performed and signed off on a multi-poin…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.