Model year guide

2020 Jeep Gladiator

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2020 Jeep Gladiator is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 56 on record.

2020 Jeep Gladiator — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2020 Jeep Gladiator at a glance

Safety recalls7
Owner complaints483
Combined19 mpg
Typical price$49,453

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2020 Jeep Gladiator recalls 7

Power Train:driveline:driveshaft NHTSA Campaign #19V636000 · 29/08/2019

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.

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.

Seat Belts NHTSA Campaign #20V580000 · 24/09/2020

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.

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.

Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera NHTSA Campaign #20V191000 · 10/09/2020

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 ou…

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 se…

Power Train:clutch Assembly NHTSA Campaign #21V028000 · 28/01/2021

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.

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 notific…

Power Train:clutch Assembly NHTSA Campaign #20V124000 · 03/03/2020

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.

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.

Power Train:clutch Assembly NHTSA Campaign #23V116000 · 23/02/2023

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.

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 exp…

Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/panel NHTSA Campaign #24V652000 · 05/09/2024

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."

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.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 5 Oct 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2020 Jeep Gladiator common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 483 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
Visibility/wiper
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2020 Jeep Gladiator safety ratings

Frontal crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2020 Jeep Gladiator PU/CC 4WD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2020 Jeep Gladiator MPG & running costs

Combined19 mpg
City17 mpg
Highway23 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,550

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

What's a 2020 Jeep Gladiator worth?

Low
$42,750
Typical price
$49,453
High
$59,288

From 46 comparable 2020 Jeep Gladiator listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2020 Jeep Gladiator costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$17,750
Fuel only$17,750
Per mile$0.24

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2020 Jeep Gladiator trims & engines on record

Trims
Rubicon · Sport · Overland · Mojave
Engines
3.6L 6-cyl 285 hp

2020 Jeep Gladiator vehicles on record

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2020 Jeep Gladiator — frequently asked questions

Does the 2020 Jeep Gladiator have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns for the 2020 Jeep Gladiator. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2020 Jeep Gladiator?

Across all 483 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, steering, power train.

What is the 2020 Jeep Gladiator safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2020 Jeep Gladiator crash-test ratings of frontal 4★, rollover 3★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).

What gas mileage does the 2020 Jeep Gladiator get?

The 2020 Jeep Gladiator has a U.S. EPA estimate of 19 mpg combined (17 city / 23 highway).

How much is a 2020 Jeep Gladiator worth?

Comparable 2020 Jeep Gladiator listings run roughly $42,750–$59,288, typically around $49,453 (from 46 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.