2023 Jeep Gladiator Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
GoodComplaint Index
40/100
#4 most-complained of 6 Gladiator years
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
The 2023 Jeep Gladiator ranks 4th of 6 model years with a Complaint Index of 40 and 56 complaints, earning a "Good" verdict compared to other Gladiator years. It has 6 recalls and 3 reported fires, with Electrical System issues the top problem area at 29% of complaints.
- Complaints
- 56
- Recalls
- 6
- Crashes / fires
- 0 / 3
- Injuries / deaths
- 0 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 21.5
- 19 city / 25 hwy
Top 2023 Jeep Gladiator problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Electrical System16 (29%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires12 (21%)
- Steering10 (18%)
- Engine8 (14%)
- Fuel System8 (14%)
- Transmission & Powertrain8 (14%)
- Other6 (11%)
- Brakes4 (7%)
- Airbags2 (4%)
- Visibility & Wipers2 (4%)
What owners report
- Owners report the engine catching fire in the engine compartment hours after the vehicle was parked and turned off.
- Some drivers describe the electric power steering assist warning appearing, followed by the vehicle shifting itself into park and losing control of windows, radio, and movement at a stoplight.
- Fuel system complaints describe gasoline splashing back out of the fill nozzle during refueling, even when filling slowly.
- Steering complaints describe violent vibration after hitting a small bump at highway speed, with dealers blaming tire alignment rather than a steering defect.
- Multiple owners reported delays getting recall parts for the manual transmission clutch pressure plate campaign.
- A brake caliper bolt was reported to fall out, causing a loud bang and wheel damage that prevented the vehicle from backing up.
2023 Jeep Gladiator recalls
6 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 26V363000Jun 4, 2026Steering1,076,999 vehiclesPark Outside
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.
Risk: A vehicle fire increases the risk of injury.
Remedy: 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 11, 2026.
- NHTSA 24V652000Sep 5, 2024Electrical System32,863 vehicles
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."
Risk: An instrument panel that fails to display critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the instrument panel cluster, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed between October 3, 2024, and January 23, 2025. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 30B.
- NHTSA 24V199000Mar 14, 2024Airbags38,164 vehicles
Air bags:frontal:driver clockspring/spiral cassette
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (Stellantis) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Ram 1500, Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Wagoneer, Jeep Grand Wagoneer, Chrysler Pacifica, Ram 3500, Ram 3500 cab chassis, Ram 2500, Ram 4500 cab chassis, Ram 5500 cab chassis, 2023 Jeep Gladiator, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, Ram 3500 Cab Chassis with a GVWR less than 10,000 lbs., and Chrysler Voyager vehicles. The steering column control module may not be welded properly, which can prevent the driver's air bag from deploying in a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk: An air bag that does not deploy in a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the steering column control module, as necessary free of charge. Some owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2024 through June 20, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's numbers for this recall are 14B, 33B, 34B, 35B, 36B.
2023 Jeep Gladiator fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 19 MPG
- Highway
- 25 MPG
- Combined
- 21.5 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $3,675
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Diesel
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2023 compared with other Gladiator years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2023 Jeep Gladiator reliable?
- Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2023 Gladiator has a Complaint Index of 40 and ranks 4th worst out of 6 model years, earning a "Good" verdict relative to other Gladiator years.
- What are the most common problems with the 2023 Jeep Gladiator?
- The top problem area is the Electrical System, making up 29% of complaints (16 complaints), followed by Suspension, Wheels & Tires at 21% and Steering at 18%.
- Does the 2023 Jeep Gladiator have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists 6 recalls for the 2023 Gladiator, covering steering pump wiring, the instrument cluster, airbags, transmission gear position sensor, the diesel high pressure fuel pump, and the manual transmission clutch.
- How does the 2023 Gladiator compare to other model years?
- The 2023 model (Complaint Index 40) is well below the 2020 (100, Avoid) and 2021 (80, Avoid) model years but scores worse than the 2024 (0, Best) and 2025 (20, Best) model years.
- Are there fire risks with the 2023 Jeep Gladiator?
- NHTSA data shows 3 reported fires for the 2023 Gladiator, including a documented engine compartment fire that occurred hours after the vehicle was parked.