Is the Jeep Gladiator Reliable?
2020–2026 defect & recall-risk analysis from citable NHTSA data.
The score ranks this model's recall intensity against other trucks — plus systemic-defect concentration and any open federal investigations. It measures defect and recall risk, not long-term mechanical durability, and is deliberately not skewed by how many were sold.
Reliability Score
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Jeep Gladiator Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 0 | — | — | 69 | Good |
| 2025 | — | — | — | — | Not enough data | |
| 2024 | 1 | 0 | — | — | 69 | Good |
| 2023 | 2 | 0 | — | — | 67 | Good |
| 2022 | 3 | 0 | — | — | 61 | Good |
| 2021 | 3 | 0 | — | — | 61 | Good |
| 2020 | 5 | 0 | — | — | 49 | Fair |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Gladiator Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Gladiator scores 14 points below the average truck. Consider checking years with lower complaint volumes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Jeep Gladiator reliable?+
The Jeep Gladiator scores 59/100 on our reliability index — rated "Fair." Across 7 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 15 recall campaigns and 0 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Gladiator is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2026 Gladiator achieved the highest reliability score of 69/100 with 1 recall and 0 complaints.
How many miles does a Gladiator last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Jeep Gladiator owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Gladiator will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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