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According to Au7o's analysis of 1,587+ owner reports, the 2020-2025 Jeep Gladiator has 19 documented known issues, with 10 rated critical. The most serious are Death Wobble / Steering Shimmy ($200-$1,500 repair), Manual Transmission Clutch Overheating / Fire Risk ($0-$0 repair), Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) Failure ($200-$1,200 repair), Automatic Transmission Stalling / Auto-Park Engagement ($0-$2,500 repair), Manual Transmission Clutch Hydraulic Failure ($800-$2,500 repair), EcoDiesel EGR Cooler Internal Leak / Coolant Consumption ($1,200-$3,000 repair), Electric Hydraulic Power Steering Pump Wiring Overheat / Underhood Fire ($0-$0 repair), Rear Driveshaft Monoblock Joint Assembled Without Grease (Seizure / Fracture) ($0-$1,500 repair), 3.0L EcoDiesel CP4.2 High-Pressure Fuel Pump Self-Destruction ($3,000-$12,000 repair) and 3.6L Pentastar Rocker Arm / Cam Follower Failure ("Pentastar Tick") ($1,500-$4,500 repair). The most commonly reported issue is Death Wobble / Steering Shimmy with 487 owner reports. Across all issues with published estimates, repair costs range from $50 to $12,000. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:PUMP
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.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
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."
POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2023 Jeep Wrangler, and 2020-2023 Jeep Gladiator vehicles equipped with manual transmissions. The clutch pressure plate may overheat and fracture.
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According to Au7o's analysis of 1,587+ owner reports, the 2020-2025 Jeep Gladiator has 19 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: Death Wobble / Steering Shimmy, Manual Transmission Clutch Overheating / Fire Risk, Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) Failure. Of these, 10 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.
The 2020-2025 Jeep Gladiator has 19 known issues documented across 1,587+ owner reports. 10 issues are rated critical: Death Wobble / Steering Shimmy and Manual Transmission Clutch Overheating / Fire Risk and Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) Failure and Automatic Transmission Stalling / Auto-Park Engagement and Manual Transmission Clutch Hydraulic Failure and EcoDiesel EGR Cooler Internal Leak / Coolant Consumption and Electric Hydraulic Power Steering Pump Wiring Overheat / Underhood Fire and Rear Driveshaft Monoblock Joint Assembled Without Grease (Seizure / Fracture) and 3.0L EcoDiesel CP4.2 High-Pressure Fuel Pump Self-Destruction and 3.6L Pentastar Rocker Arm / Cam Follower Failure ("Pentastar Tick"). Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.
Repair costs for known Jeep Gladiator issues range from $0 to $12,000, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. The most critical issue, Death Wobble / Steering Shimmy, typically costs $200-$1,500 to repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.
Reliability varies across model years of the Jeep Gladiator. Based on documented issues, problems are most commonly reported in earlier model years. Au7o recommends checking the specific known issues for your target year before purchasing, and having a pre-purchase inspection performed by a qualified mechanic. Our known issues database covers the 2020-2025 Jeep Gladiator with 19 documented issues documented across 1,587+ owner reports.
Content on this page was compiled with AI assistance using NHTSA complaints, TSBs, owner reports, and public automotive data. While we strive for accuracy, this information may contain errors. Always verify repair procedures and specifications with your vehicle's service manual or a qualified mechanic.
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Jeep Wrangler, Gladiator, and 2022-2023 Ram 1500 vehicles equipped with a 3.0L diesel engine. The high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) may fail.
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Chrysler (FCA US), LLC is recalling certain 2022-2023 Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator vehicles equipped with a manual transmission. The rearview camera may fail to display the rearview image and the reverse lights may not illuminate when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 111, "Rear Visibility" and 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
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The solid front axle design on the Gladiator is susceptible to "death wobble," a violent shaking of the front end typically triggered by hitting a bump at highway speeds. NHTSA received over 170 steering complaints for the 2020 model year alone. Contributing factors include worn… Repairs typically run $200-$1,500. Severity: high.
Vehicles equipped with the 6-speed manual transmission may experience clutch pressure plate overheating, which can cause the pressure plate to fracture and crack the transmission case. Heated debris can contact ignition sources, creating a fire risk. NHTSA Recall 20V-124 (Manufac… Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: high.
The 3.5-inch instrument panel cluster display can fail due to a bad circuit board (made by Marelli) that shorts out internally. Drivers lose speedometer, fuel gauge, engine temperature, turn signal indicators, and other warning lights. NHTSA opened investigation EA25-003 covering… Repairs typically run $200-$1,200. Severity: high.
The 8-speed automatic transmission (8HP75) can stall at low speeds, causing the vehicle to unexpectedly shift into park and apply the emergency brake. Related to the eTorque mild-hybrid system on 3.6L V6 equipped models. NHTSA opened a probe covering 2022 models with 5.7L eTorque… Repairs typically run $0-$2,500. Severity: high.
Gladiators equipped with the 6-speed manual transmission experience premature clutch hydraulic system failure. The clutch master cylinder and/or slave cylinder develop internal leaks, causing a soft or sinking clutch pedal and difficulty shifting. In severe cases, the clutch peda… Repairs typically run $800-$2,500. Severity: high.
The exhaust gas recirculation cooler on the 3.0L EcoDiesel can crack internally, allowing coolant to weep into the exhaust gas stream. Because the coolant boils off into the intake and exhaust, the truck loses coolant steadily with no puddle on the ground; owners report topping o… Repairs typically run $1,200-$3,000. Severity: high.
The electrical connection at the electric hydraulic power steering (EHPS) pump can develop high resistance and overheat, igniting adjacent combustible material in the engine bay. Because the pump circuit remains energized under some conditions, fires have started with the vehicle… Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: high.
Roughly 3,400 early-build 2020 Gladiators left the plant with rear driveshafts whose monoblock (constant-velocity style) joint was assembled with no grease. Running dry, the joint overheats, seizes and can fracture the shaft, which causes an abrupt loss of drive and can drop the… Repairs typically run $0-$1,500. Severity: high.
The Bosch CP4.2 high-pressure fuel pump on the 3.0L EcoDiesel relies on diesel fuel for lubrication of its roller-lifter cam followers. US ultra-low-sulfur diesel has far less lubricity than the European fuel the pump was designed around, so the follower can lose contact with the… Repairs typically run $3,000-$12,000. Severity: high.
The Pentastar's variable valve lift followers use a roller only on the low-lift portion; the high-lift pad slides directly on the cam lobe. When the needle bearings in the rocker arm fail or the sliding pad wears, the follower cuts a groove into the intake camshaft lobe, valve li… Repairs typically run $1,500-$4,500. Severity: high.
The Gladiator frame can develop premature corrosion at weld seams and joints, particularly in northern climates with road salt exposure. Owners have reported surface rust appearing as early as 1-2 years of ownership. The frame coating and weld protection from the factory is insuf… Repairs typically run $150-$800. Severity: medium.
Gladiators with engine stop-start use a small AGM auxiliary battery (behind the main battery) that carries the vehicle's electronics during an auto restart. The aux battery and its intelligent battery sensor are chronic weak points: the aux cell degrades in two to four years, fai… Repairs typically run $250-$600. Severity: medium.
The 7.0-inch and 8.4-inch Uconnect 4 head units in the Gladiator intermittently lock up, reboot in a loop, or drop the rear camera feed - the screen goes black when reverse is selected while the rest of the radio still works. Owners report the fault appearing after a software upd… Repairs typically run $0-$1,200. Severity: medium.
The 3.6L Pentastar mounts its oil filter and engine oil cooler in one plastic housing in the valley between the cylinder banks. Constant heat cycling makes the plastic brittle and warps the sealing surfaces; the housing cracks or the internal cooler O-rings harden, producing an o… Repairs typically run $600-$1,400. Severity: medium.
The Gladiator uses aluminum doors, hood and swing gate hardware bolted to steel structure and steel hinges. Where the dissimilar metals meet, moisture and road salt set up a galvanic cell that corrodes the aluminum from underneath the paint - owners see paint bubbling and blister… Repairs typically run $500-$3,000. Severity: medium.
The Rubicon's electronic front sway bar disconnect uses a motor and clutch pack mounted low on the front axle, directly in the water and mud path. Water intrusion through the motor housing and connector corrodes the internals, and the engagement dogs can bind if the bar is loaded… Repairs typically run $700-$1,800. Severity: medium.
The electronic locking rear differential (standard on Rubicon, optional on others) develops actuator failures that prevent the e-locker from engaging or disengaging. The electric motor actuator that engages the locking ring can fail from moisture intrusion, corrosion, or internal… Repairs typically run $300-$1,500. Severity: medium.
The Gladiator's rear sliding window leaks water into the cab during rain, car washes, or off-road water crossings. The seal between the sliding window panel and the rear window frame deteriorates, allowing water to enter. Water collects behind the rear seats and under the rear fl… Repairs typically run $50-$600. Severity: low.
The TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) sensors in Gladiators fail prematurely, often within 2-3 years. The sensors are exposed to harsh conditions — off-road impacts, mud, water crossings, and tire changes — that exceed the design life of the batteries and electronics. When s… Repairs typically run $50-$400. Severity: low.
