Is the Jeep Gladiator Reliable?
2020–2026 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Jeep Gladiator Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — | Not enough data | |
| 2025 | 0 | 3 | — | — | 97 | Excellent |
| 2024 | 0 | 7 | — | — | 93 | Excellent |
| 2023 | 2 | 31 | — | — | 60 | Fair |
| 2022 | 1 | 85 | 1 | — | 65 | Good |
| 2021 | 3 | 191 | 11 | — | 50 | Fair |
| 2020 | 3 | 334 | 8 | — | 51 | Fair |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Gladiator Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Gladiator scores 4 points above the average truck — a strong result.
Known Jeep Gladiator Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 651 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Jeep Gladiator reliable?+
The Jeep Gladiator scores 69/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 7 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 9 recall campaigns and 651 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Gladiator is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2025 Gladiator achieved the highest reliability score of 97/100 with 0 recalls and 3 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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