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Jeep Gladiator Recalls

NHTSA has issued 16 safety recalls for the Jeep Gladiator, covering model years 2020 through 2025. Power train faults account for 7 of them, more than any other part of the vehicle. The 2022 model year has the most, with 8 separate campaigns against it. The largest single recall covered 1,076,999 vehicles. The most recent was reported to NHTSA on June 4, 2026.

Urgent safety advisory on the Jeep Gladiator

One recall below tells owners to park outside and away from buildings, because the vehicle can catch fire while parked and switched off.

Check your own VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether these apply to your car.

Total recalls
16
Model years affected
6
Most recalled part
Power train
Latest recall
2026

Jeep Gladiator recalls by model year

How many campaigns were issued against each model year. One recall often covers several years at once, so these add up to more than the 16 total.

20251 recall20242 recalls20236 recalls20228 recalls20218 recalls20207 recalls

All Jeep Gladiator recalls

Each entry is an official NHTSA campaign, shown with the defect, consequence, and remedy exactly as the manufacturer reported them, newest first.

26V363000SteeringReported June 4, 2026
NHTSA advises: park outside, away from buildingsAffected vehicles can catch fire even when parked and switched off. Keep the vehicle away from structures until it is repaired.

STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:PUMP

Model years affected: 2021–2025

The problem

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.

What can happen

A vehicle fire increases the risk of injury.

The fix

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.

Vehicles affected
1,076,999
Maker's recall no.
21D
Owners notified
July 9, 2026
Read campaign 26V363000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
24V652000Electrical systemReported September 5, 2024

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Model years affected: 2020–2024

The problem

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."

What can happen

An instrument panel that fails to display critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, can increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

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.

Vehicles affected
32,863
Maker's recall no.
30B
Owners notified
October 3, 2024
Safety standard
FMVSS 101
Read campaign 24V652000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
24V572000Power trainReported August 1, 2024

POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE

Model years affected: 2021

The problem

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Jeep Wrangler and Jeep Gladiator vehicles that were previously remedied under NHTSA recall number 23V-116. The software for the powertrain control module may cause an engine stall, which can result in a loss of drive power.

What can happen

A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will update the powertrain control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 15, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is 92B. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 23V-116 will need to have the new remedy completed.

Vehicles affected
94
Maker's recall no.
92B
Owners notified
August 15, 2024
Read campaign 24V572000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
24V199000AirbagReported March 14, 2024

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER CLOCKSPRING/SPIRAL CASSETTE

Model years affected: 2023

The problem

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."

What can happen

An air bag that does not deploy in a crash can increase the risk of injury.

The fix

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.

Vehicles affected
38,164
Maker's recall no.
14B,33B,34B,35B,36B
Owners notified
April 11, 2024
Safety standard
FMVSS 208
Read campaign 24V199000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
23V641000Power trainReported September 18, 2023

POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION

Model years affected: 2022–2023

The problem

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."

What can happen

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.

The fix

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.

Vehicles affected
6,298
Maker's recall no.
92A
Owners notified
November 16, 2023
Safety standard
FMVSS 111
Read campaign 23V641000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
23V263000Fuel systemReported April 13, 2023

FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Model years affected: 2021–2023

The problem

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.

What can happen

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

The fix

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.

Vehicles affected
45,832
Maker's recall no.
01A
Owners notified
October 17, 2023
Read campaign 23V263000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
23V116000Power trainReported February 23, 2023

POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY

Model years affected: 2020–2023

The problem

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.

What can happen

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.

The fix

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 need to have the new remedy completed.

Vehicles affected
69,201
Maker's recall no.
19A
Owners notified
November 16, 2023
Read campaign 23V116000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
22V766000Seat beltReported October 13, 2022

SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER

Model years affected: 2022

The problem

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Ram 1500, Jeep Gladiator, and 2021 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The front seat belt retractors may have an improperly welded micro gas generator, which can result in seat belt pretensioner failure.

What can happen

A seat belt with pretensioner failure may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix

Dealers will replace the front seat belt retractors. free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 8, 2022. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is Z95.

Vehicles affected
2,802
Maker's recall no.
Z95
Owners notified
December 8, 2022
Read campaign 22V766000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
22V767000Reported October 13, 2022

ENGINE

Model years affected: 2021–2022

The problem

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Jeep Wrangler, Ram 1500, and 2021-2022 Jeep Gladiator vehicles equipped with 3.0L diesel engines. The high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) may fail, causing an engine stall.

What can happen

An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace the HPFP and inspect and replace additional fuel system components, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 17, 2023. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is Z96.

Vehicles affected
60,413
Maker's recall no.
Z96
Owners notified
October 17, 2023
Read campaign 22V767000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
22V638000Backup cameraReported August 25, 2022

BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION

Model years affected: 2021

The problem

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Jeep Wrangler, RAM 1500 and 2021 Jeep Gladiator vehicles. A radio software error may prevent the rearview image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

What can happen

A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will update the radio software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 6, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA, LLC's number for this recall is Z86.

Vehicles affected
7,895
Maker's recall no.
Z86
Owners notified
October 6, 2022
Safety standard
FMVSS 111
Read campaign 22V638000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
22V639000Power trainReported August 25, 2022

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:PARK PAWL

Model years affected: 2022

The problem

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Jeep Gladiator vehicles. The transmission parking wheel may not properly engage with the parking mechanism.

What can happen

A malfunctioning parking mechanism may result in the loss of the 'park' position, including vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace the transmission, free of charge. Entire US population are unsold units and will be repaired before they can be sold. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA, LLC's number for this recall is Z84.

Vehicles affected
11
Maker's recall no.
Z84
Owners notified
September 8, 2022
Read campaign 22V639000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
21V028000Power trainReported January 28, 2021

POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY

Model years affected: 2020–2021

The problem

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Jeep Wrangler and 2020-2021 Jeep Gladiator vehicles equipped with manual transmissions. The clutch pressure plate may overheat and fracture.

What can happen

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.

The fix

FCA US LLC will notify owners, and dealers will add software to reduce engine torque capability when clutch assembly temperatures rise to a level that may damage the inner pressure plate, free of charge." FCA has ordered a stop sale for the affected vehicles as of February 25, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 4, 2021.

Vehicles affected
42,887
Maker's recall no.
Y01
Owners notified
March 4, 2021
Read campaign 21V028000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
20V580000Seat beltReported September 24, 2020

SEAT BELTS

Model years affected: 2020

The problem

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Jeep Wrangler and Ram 2500, 2019-2020 Ram 1500 and 2020 Jeep Gladiator vehicles. In the event of a crash, a front seat belt retractor may not properly slow the occupant's forward movement after locking.

What can happen

In the event of a crash, if the front seat belts fail to lock, there is an increased risk of injury.

The fix

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front seat belt retractors, free of charge. The recall began November 12, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W67.

Vehicles affected
2,114
Maker's recall no.
W67
Owners notified
November 12, 2020
Read campaign 20V580000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
20V191000Backup cameraReported September 10, 2020

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Model years affected: 2020

The problem

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2020 Jeep Gladiator and Jeep Cherokee, 2019-2020 Ram 1500 Pickup, Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, Chrysler Pacifica, Dodge Durango, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Wrangler, and Jeep Renegade and 2019 Dodge Challenger vehicles equipped with 8.4" or 12" radio displays. A software error can cause the rearview camera image to remain displayed after the vehicle has been shifted out of reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."

What can happen

The lingering rearview image can distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will update the radio display software, free of charge. Optionally, owners can choose to remotely update their software via an Over-The-Air (OTA) update available as of May 1, 2020. The recall began April 27, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W30-W37.

Vehicles affected
319,610
Maker's recall no.
W30-W37
Owners notified
April 27, 2020
Safety standard
FMVSS 111
Read campaign 20V191000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
20V124000Power trainReported March 3, 2020

POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY

Model years affected: 2020

The problem

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Jeep Wrangler and 2020 Gladiator vehicles equipped with manual transmissions. The clutch pressure plate may overheat and fracture.

What can happen

The 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.

The fix

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will reroute a wire harness and inspect the clutch system, and replace components as needed. The recall began April 30, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W12.

Vehicles affected
33,237
Maker's recall no.
W12
Owners notified
April 30, 2020
Read campaign 20V124000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
19V636000Power trainReported August 29, 2019

POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

Model years affected: 2020

The problem

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2020 Jeep Gladiator vehicles. The rear driveshafts may have been incorrectly assembled without grease in the monoblock joint.

What can happen

A joint without grease may overheat and seize, possibly causing the driveshaft to fracture, resulting in a sudden loss of drive power. If the driveshaft completely separates from the vehicle it may become a road hazard. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

FCA US will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driveshaft, free of charge. The recall began October 10, 2019. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US number for this recall is V95.

Vehicles affected
3,733
Maker's recall no.
V95
Owners notified
October 10, 2019
Read campaign 19V636000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

What to do if your Jeep Gladiator is on this list

A recall listed here applies to a range of vehicles, not to every car of that model year. Manufacturers narrow it down by build date and VIN, so the only way to know whether yours is included is to check the VIN. You can do that free on NHTSA's recall lookup, or by calling any franchised dealer for that brand with your VIN in hand.

Recall repairs are free. Under federal law the manufacturer has to fix a safety defect at no charge, and there is no mileage limit and no expiry on that obligation for vehicles under 15 years old. A dealer cannot charge you for the parts, the labour, or the diagnosis on a recall repair, and you do not need to have bought the car there. If a dealer asks you to pay, that is worth escalating to the manufacturer's customer line, which is listed in the remedy text of each recall above.

Recalls do not block a title transfer or registration in any state. You can legally buy, sell, or register a car with an open recall, and sellers are generally not required to fix one first. That said, an open recall is worth raising before money changes hands, especially one with a do-not-drive advisory. If you are buying, run the VIN before you hand over the payment; if you are selling, telling the buyer about an open recall costs you nothing and avoids a dispute later.

Jeep Gladiator recall questions

How many recalls does the Jeep Gladiator have?

NHTSA lists 16 recall campaigns for the Jeep Gladiator across model years 2020 to 2025. That count covers recalls filed from 2010 onward. Not every campaign applies to every car of that model year, because manufacturers limit recalls by build date and VIN.

Which Jeep Gladiator model year has the most recalls?

The 2022 Jeep Gladiator carries the most, with 8 recall campaigns. A high count does not automatically mean a worse car: a single supplier fault can trigger a recall across an entire production run, and manufacturers that report problems quickly tend to show more campaigns.

Are Jeep Gladiator recall repairs free?

Yes. Federal law requires the manufacturer to repair a safety recall at no cost, including parts and labour, on vehicles under 15 years old. There is no mileage limit, and you do not have to be the original owner or have bought the car from that dealer.

Can I sell or register a Jeep Gladiator with an open recall?

Yes. An open recall does not stop a title transfer or registration in any state, and private sellers are generally not required to repair one first. Dealers face stricter rules on some safety recalls. If you are buying, check the VIN before you pay; the repair is free, but you want to know what you are taking on.

Other Jeep recalls

Where this data comes from

Every recall on this page is published by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the federal agency that oversees vehicle safety recalls in the United States. We pull the full recall file from NHTSA and reproduce the campaign number, defect description, consequence, and remedy exactly as the manufacturer reported them. NHTSA data is in the public domain.

Source:
NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation
NHTSA data as of:
July 18, 2026
Coverage:
Recalls from 2010 onward
Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov ↗

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Last reviewed: 2026-07-18 · Reviewed by the Car Paperwork editorial team · Independent resource · Not legal advice

⚠ Independent resource — check your VIN before actingCar Paperwork is not affiliated with NHTSA, any manufacturer, or any dealer. This page lists recalls issued for a model, which is not the same as a recall on your car: only a VIN check confirms that. Recall records are also updated by NHTSA continuously, so treat this as a starting point and confirm anything urgent with NHTSA or a franchised dealer. Nothing here is legal or repair advice.