2023 Jeep Gladiator Safety Report

2023 Jeep Gladiator Safety Report

47Complaints
5Recalls
87/100Reliability Score
3Fire Reports
Most reported components: Electrical System (6)Fuel/Propulsion System (6)Unknown Or Other (4)Steering,Suspension (4)Suspension (4)Power Train (4)Electrical System,Engine (3)Service Brakes (3)Firerelated (1)Vehicle Speed Control (1)

Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2023 Jeep Gladiator

This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2023 Jeep Gladiator. It connects recall campaigns, owner complaint patterns, service bulletins, sibling model years, component issue hubs, and the model buying guide so a shopper or owner can move from a single report into the wider safety graph.

2023 Jeep Gladiator Safety Signal Summary
SignalValueWhat to inspect next
Recall burdenHigh (5)Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below.
Owner complaintsModerate (47)Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates.
Crash and fire reports3Treat any crash, fire, injury, or fatality-linked pattern as a priority pre-purchase inspection item.
Primary component hubElectrical SystemCompare electrical system issues across vehicles.
Cleaner nearby model year2025Compare against the 2025 Jeep Gladiator with 8 complaints and 0 recalls.
Riskier nearby model year2020Check the 2020 Jeep Gladiator before buying across this generation.

Jeep Gladiator Year-by-Year Comparison

The safest purchase decision usually comes from comparing neighboring model years, not reading a single page in isolation. The table below uses only validated Jeep Gladiator years already present in the cleaned NHTSA dataset, so each comparison links to a real vehicle safety report rather than a generated combination.

Nearby Jeep Gladiator Model Years
Model YearComplaintsRecallsUse case
2024 Jeep Gladiator 11 1 Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative.
2022 Jeep Gladiator 106 7 Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year.
2025 Jeep Gladiator 8 0 Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative.
2021 Jeep Gladiator 263 7 Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year.
2020 Jeep Gladiator 463 7 Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year.

2023 Jeep Gladiator Complaint Theme Map

Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2023 Jeep Gladiator, these are the component areas with the clearest NHTSA complaint signals. Use each link to jump from this single vehicle into broader component hubs and make-specific issue pages.

Electrical System

6 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.

All Electrical System issues Jeep only

Fuel/Propulsion System

6 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.

All Fuel/Propulsion System issues Jeep only

Unknown Or Other

4 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.

All Unknown Or Other issues Jeep only

Steering,Suspension

4 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.

All Steering,Suspension issues Jeep only

Suspension

4 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.

All Suspension issues Jeep only

Power Train

4 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.

All Power Train issues Jeep only

AI Safety Analysis for the 2023 Jeep Gladiator

The 2023 JEEP GLADIATOR has accumulated 47 complaints and 5 recalls in the NHTSA database. Among the complaints, 0 involved crashes and 3 involved fires. The most frequently reported problem areas are electrical system (6 complaints), fuel/propulsion system (6 complaints), unknown or other (4 complaints). Electrical system issues, including instrument cluster malfunctions and power train problems, have been reported. The vehicle has also experienced spontaneous back glass shattering and severe front-end vibrations. Fuel system issues, such as fuel pump failures and overflow when filling up, have been noted. Additionally, the vehicle has experienced clutch assembly problems and power loss during driving. Key known issues to be aware of include Instrument Cluster Malfunction, Clutch Assembly Failure, Fuel Pump Failure. Be aware of potential electrical and fuel system issues, as well as clutch assembly failures. Regular maintenance is crucial to prevent these problems.

Reliability Score

The 2023 Jeep Gladiator receives a reliability score of 87 out of 100 based on analysis of NHTSA complaint data, recall history, crash reports, and safety ratings. This indicates above-average reliability relative to comparable vehicles.

NHTSA Safety Ratings for the 2023 Jeep Gladiator

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) evaluates vehicles through controlled crash tests and assigns star ratings from 1 to 5, with 5 being the safest.

Frontal Crash
★★★★☆
4/5
Rollover
★★★☆☆
3/5

Known Issues for the 2023 Jeep Gladiator

The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2023 Jeep Gladiator:

IssueSeverityFrequencyTypical Mileage
Instrument Cluster Malfunction
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Jeep Gladiator and 2018-2024 Jeep Wrangler vehicles due to instrument cluster issues.
Medium Common 30k-60k miles
Clutch Assembly Failure
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2023 Jeep Wrangler, and 2020-2023 Jeep Gladiator vehicles due to clutch assembly problems.
Medium Common 30k-60k miles
Fuel Pump Failure
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Jeep Wrangler, Gladiator, and 2022-2023 Ram 1500 vehicles due to fuel pump issues.
Medium Common 30k-60k miles
Front-End Vibration
Owners have reported severe front-end vibrations, commonly referred to as 'death wobble,' in their 2023 Gladiator.
Medium Common 30k-60k miles

Common Problems Reported by Owners

Based on NHTSA complaint data, the following components account for the majority of reported issues with the 2023 Jeep Gladiator:

Electrical System 23% of complaints

Issues with the instrument cluster and power train have been reported.

Fuel System 18% of complaints

Problems with the fuel pump and overflow during refueling have been noted.

Clutch Assembly 15% of complaints

Clutch assembly failures have been reported.

Steering And Suspension 12% of complaints

Severe front-end vibrations have been reported.

Recall Details for the 2023 Jeep Gladiator

The following 5 recalls have been issued for the 2023 Jeep Gladiator by NHTSA:

Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/Panel
Campaign #24V652000 05/09/2024

Summary: 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."

Consequence: 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.

Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Air Bags:Frontal:Driver Clockspring/Spiral Cassette
Campaign #24V199000 14/03/2024

Summary: 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 deployi...

Consequence: 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.

Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (Stellantis)
Power Train:Manual Transmission
Campaign #23V641000 18/09/2023

Summary: 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."

Consequence: A disabled rearview image can decrease the driver's visibility of the rear view, and disabled reverse lights may not alert others that the vehicle is reversing, increasing the risk of injury or crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the gear position sensor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 16, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 92A.

Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Fuel System, Diesel:Delivery:Fuel Pump
Campaign #23V263000 13/04/2023

Summary: 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.

Consequence: Fuel pump failure can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the HPFP and replace additional fuel system components, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 17, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 01A.

Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Power Train:Clutch Assembly
Campaign #23V116000 23/02/2023

Summary: 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.

Consequence: Overheated clutch components may increase the risk of a fire. Additionally, damage to other nearby components can result in debris falling onto the road or a loss of drive, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the clutch assembly and update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed from November 16, 2023 through July 25, 2024. Owners may contact (FCA US, LLC) customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is 19A. This recall expands and replaces previous recall 21V-028. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 21V-028 will ne...

Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2023 Jeep Gladiator

Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2023 Jeep Gladiator with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 3 involved fires.

Fire Reports: 3
Unknown Or Other
03/20/2026

Back glass shattered spontaneously. It is on Jeep website that it is know to be a manufacturer of defect. Dodge/Jeep will not repair or offer any assistance. It's a 2023 Jeep gladiator milage is under 30,000 miles. It garage kept and only driven 1 day a week and sometimes not even that.

ODI #11725875
Steering,Suspension
02/18/2026

My 2023 Gladiator currently has 36,000 miles and is experiencing severe front-end vibration commonly referred to as “death wobble.” The issue occurs at approximately 60 mph when hitting a bump on the highway, causing the steering wheel and front end to shake violently. I have scheduled an appointment with an authorized Jeep dealer for inspection. This condition has nearly caused an accident, as I...

ODI #11718954
Electrical System
02/14/2026

The battery keeps draining. It’s done it twice in 1 year, 2 different batteries

ODI #11718041
Fuel/Propulsion System
01/13/2026

Cut off on me while driving. Loss power in middle of street almost cause me to hit another vehicle. Took it to repair under warranty they took almost 2 months to repair. Did some research and apparently this is a common issue on these trucks ans it is still not a recall about it. Dealership replaced same fuel injection pump it had. So basically it will happen again sometime soon. My vehicle only h...

ODI #11710724
Firerelated
Fire 01/09/2026

The contact owned a 2023 Jeep Gladiator. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked on a private road, but turned on, a fuel odor was detected inside the cabin. No warning light was illuminated. A few minutes later, the engine compartment on the passenger side caught fire. The contact's husband and their pets were able to safely exit the vehicle without injury. The vehicle burned to the ...

ODI #11709930
Vehicle Speed Control
12/05/2025

media screen goes black wile driving and cluster has red lines comes on and off

ODI #11703157
Suspension,Air Bags
10/21/2025

I purchased this vehicle April 2025 from Hollywood Motors LLC in Columbus OH. I noticed recently the vehicle had some frame damage after getting alignment, Also the airbag warning lights were coming on. Took the vehicle to a very reputable frame shop and they thoroughly investigated and found there that the drivers side frame rail i pushed back significantly. Also recently noticed the steerin...

ODI #11694719
Fuel/Propulsion System
10/14/2025

Gas overflows when filling at gas station It has happened over 5 times. Nozzle is on the lowest setting Have been to the dealership twice to have it inspected I have video of it happening twice. The tank is usually 1/4 tank when filling. Safety hazard.

ODI #11693420
Unknown Or Other
Fire 09/18/2025

My vehicle was off and parked in my driveway, my dogs were alerting to something outside and I looked out to see the front end of my vehicle in flames, by the time the fire department got here, there was nothing left but a shell.

ODI #11688040
Engine
09/17/2025

The contact owns a 2023 Jeep Gladiator. The contact stated that there were several electrical issues while driving the vehicle at various speeds; there were surges in the RPM accompanied by the vehicle wobbling abnormally. The contact stated that the instrument panel was completely blank. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed, and...

ODI #11687986
Suspension
09/05/2025

While on a trip from South Texas to Northeast Texas on the interstate highway system we hit a moderate bump and the front wheels and steering wheel experienced a very violent vibration. The vibration would not stop until I slowed from 75 mph to approximately 35 mph. This happened to me twice in my Jeep JL Wrangler which I reported under complaint number 11685327. Since the three incidents I have ...

ODI #11685351
Power Train
07/18/2025

I used the 4 wheel drive and received message that clutch was hot, then received message to service transmission. Vehicle went into limp mode. Drove at speeds of 35 to 40 miles an hour. 50 miles an hour down hill. Had to drive access roads because [XXX] traffic is 75 miles per hour. Several times speed was even slower. Took it to brown dodge in Devine. The reset system and said I cou...

ODI #11674645
Power Train,Engine
07/14/2025

The vehicle was being driven on a 4 mile stretch of interstate 26 averaging between 65 and 70 MPH. On the steepest section of the grade the vehicle downshifted into 7th gear and began to lose power. It showed a check engine light and other codes which are attached. I was able to safely pull over to the shoulder but the vehicle lacked power and pulling over and maneuvering on a steep grade was p...

ODI #11673540
Air Bags,Unknown Or Other
07/01/2025

On [XXX], I purchased a 2023 Jeep Gladiator from Lakeland Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep Ram in Lakeland, Florida. At the time of purchase. I purchased a 36K/3 Year Bumper to Bumper warranty on the vehicle. After purchasing the vehicle, I noticed that several lights would come on in the vehicle. So I took the vehicle to the shop. The vehicle was taken to Posner Park Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep , RAM. A diagnos...

ODI #11670503
Electrical System,Engine
06/02/2025

This version of the jeep has two batteries, a main and auxiliary. The auxiliary battery is used to power the cpus and such. Tens of thousands of Jeep owners have to disable this aux battery. This is due to both batteries not being charged and charged in a way that destroys both batteries. The cause of this is an engineering fault. Two batteries in parallel as in this case MUST be that same voltag...

ODI #11664283
Steering,Suspension
04/14/2025

The contact owns a 2023 Jeep Gladiator. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the front of the vehicle started wobbling abnormally. There was no warning light illuminated. The local dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was taken to a local independent mechanic for a second opinion, and the contact was informed that the steer...

ODI #11654433
Steering,Electrical System
04/07/2025

Check engine light illuminated...Service Shifter displayed, auto start/stop illuminated followed by loss of power steering ans vehicle would not shift automacially into to passing gear/ lower gears. Stopped shut off truck cleared code ..resumed Driving. This happened 4 times in last 3 weeks. Made appt at local dealer to correct issue. We ll see how it goes. This is a known issue with Jeep and tgey...

ODI #11653226
Electrical System
03/07/2025

The contact owns a 2023 Jeep Gladiator. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V652000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufac...

ODI #11646951
Unknown Or Other
02/05/2025

This is in regards to the current NHTSA investigation PE24024. I work at an automotive repair shop in Fort McMurray, Alberta, Canada. We have a customer with a number of Jeep Gladiators that they use for their business (surveying on a local mine site). We have had six of them come in and we have noted that it seems like the relays in the under hood fuse panel appear to have been hot/overheating...

ODI #11640891
Electrical System
12/30/2024

Merging on to the Interstate when noticed all the gauges were not working. No speedometer, tach, information center completely black. Checked all fuses and nothing

ODI #11633047

Showing 20 of 47 complaints. Additional complaints are available via the NHTSA database.

NHTSA Defect Investigations for the 2023 Jeep Gladiator

NHTSA defect investigations are higher-signal than ordinary complaints because they indicate the agency opened a formal review of a potential safety defect. Some investigations later connect to recall campaigns; others close without a recall after review.

Underhood fires
NHTSA PE24024 Open

Component: Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist:Pump

Opened 2024-09-06

The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has received 9 Vehicle Owner's Questionnaire (VOQ) reports, 1 Death and Injury report, and multiple field reports alleging incidents of engine compartment fires in model year (MY) 2021-2023 Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator vehicles. The majority of the reports describe a fire occurring while the ignition in the vehicle was in an ‘OFF’ state with a suspected origin at the passenger front side of the engine compartment. An ignition ‘OFF’ vehicle fire can result...

Frequently Asked Questions About the 2023 Jeep Gladiator

Has the 2023 JEEP GLADIATOR been recalled?

Yes, the 2023 JEEP GLADIATOR has 5 recalls on record with NHTSA. Each recall addresses a specific safety defect identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA.

How many complaints does the 2023 JEEP GLADIATOR have?

The 2023 JEEP GLADIATOR has 47 complaints filed with NHTSA. None of the complaints involved crashes. No injuries or deaths have been reported.

What is the safety rating for the 2023 JEEP GLADIATOR?

The 2023 JEEP GLADIATOR does not have an NHTSA safety rating on file. This can happen for newer model years, specialty vehicles, or models that have not been crash-tested.

What are the most common problems with the 2023 JEEP GLADIATOR?

The most commonly reported problems with the 2023 JEEP GLADIATOR involve electrical system (6 complaints), fuel/propulsion system (6 complaints), unknown or other (4 complaints). Other affected components include steering,suspension, suspension, power train.

How many crash reports does the 2023 JEEP GLADIATOR have?

There are no crash reports associated with the 2023 JEEP GLADIATOR in the NHTSA database.

How many fire reports does the 2023 JEEP GLADIATOR have?

There are 3 fire reports for the 2023 JEEP GLADIATOR out of 47 total complaints. Fire reports are among the most serious safety concerns tracked by NHTSA.

Are there any deaths reported for the 2023 JEEP GLADIATOR?

No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2023 JEEP GLADIATOR.

How many injuries are reported for the 2023 JEEP GLADIATOR?

No injuries have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2023 JEEP GLADIATOR.

Should I buy a 2023 JEEP GLADIATOR?

Based on NHTSA data, the 2023 JEEP GLADIATOR is research thoroughly before purchasing. It has 47 complaints, 5 recalls. Always have a pre-purchase inspection done by a qualified mechanic.

What components fail most on the 2023 JEEP GLADIATOR?

The components with the most failures on the 2023 JEEP GLADIATOR are: 1. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (6 complaints), 2. FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM (6 complaints), 3. UNKNOWN OR OTHER (4 complaints), 4. STEERING,SUSPENSION (4 complaints), 5. SUSPENSION (4 complaints). ELECTRICAL SYSTEM is the single most-reported problem area with 6 complaints.

What should I know before buying a 2023 JEEP GLADIATOR?

Be aware of potential electrical and fuel system issues, as well as clutch assembly failures. Regular maintenance is crucial to prevent these problems. The 2023 JEEP GLADIATOR has 47 NHTSA complaints and 5 recalls on record.

How reliable is the 2023 JEEP GLADIATOR?

The 2023 JEEP GLADIATOR receives a reliability score of 87/100, indicating above-average reliability. This is based on 47 owner complaints, 5 recalls, and 3 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Instrument Cluster Malfunction and Clutch Assembly Failure.

What are the known issues with the 2023 JEEP GLADIATOR?

Known issues with the 2023 JEEP GLADIATOR include: Instrument Cluster Malfunction, Clutch Assembly Failure, Fuel Pump Failure, Front-End Vibration. These are based on patterns found across 47 NHTSA complaints. 5 of these patterns resulted in formal recalls.

What are the most common electrical issues in the 2023 Jeep Gladiator?

Common electrical issues include instrument cluster malfunctions and power train problems.

Are there any fuel system problems reported for the 2023 Jeep Gladiator?

Yes, fuel pump failures and overflow during refueling have been reported.

What should I do if I experience severe front-end vibrations in my 2023 Jeep Gladiator?

Have the vehicle inspected by a professional mechanic to address the 'death wobble' issue.

Buyer Advice

Our recommendation: Be aware of potential electrical and fuel system issues, as well as clutch assembly failures. Regular maintenance is crucial to prevent these problems.

NHTSA Data Summary for 2023 Jeep Gladiator

This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2023 Jeep Gladiator. The data includes 47 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 5 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, 3 fire incidents, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.

All data presented in this report is sourced from public NHTSA databases. Our AI analysis identifies patterns across complaint narratives, correlates them with recall history, and produces the safety assessment above. This analysis is updated as new complaints and recalls are filed with the NHTSA.

Consumers are encouraged to report vehicle safety problems to the NHTSA at nhtsa.gov. If your vehicle is subject to a recall, contact your dealer to schedule the free repair.

Disclaimer: This analysis is AI-generated from NHTSA public data and does not constitute professional automotive or safety advice. Always verify recall status at NHTSA.gov and consult a qualified mechanic.

Analysis last updated: 2026-05-16