Model year guide

2021 Jeep Gladiator

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2021 Jeep Gladiator is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 11 on record.

2021 Jeep Gladiator — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2021 Jeep Gladiator at a glance

Safety recalls8
Owner complaints275
Combined19–24 mpg
Typical price$52,668

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

2021 Jeep Gladiator recalls 8

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…

Back Over Prevention:display Function NHTSA Campaign #22V638000 · 25/08/2022

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."

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.

Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump NHTSA Campaign #22V767000 · 13/10/2022

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.

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.

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…

Fuel System, Diesel:delivery:fuel Pump NHTSA Campaign #23V263000 · 13/04/2023

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.

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.

Power Train:manual Transmission:control Module:software NHTSA Campaign #24V572000 · 01/08/2024

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.

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 wi…

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.

Steering:hydraulic Power Assist:pump NHTSA Campaign #26V363000 · 04/06/2026

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.

Fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures, until their vehicle is repaired. Dealers will inspect and replace affected parts, 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…

Source: U.S. NHTSA. 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.

2021 Jeep Gladiator common problems

Owners have filed 275 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — 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.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Seat Belts
Check that every belt latches, retracts and locks under a sharp tug, and that none are frayed.

2021 Jeep Gladiator MPG & running costs

Combined19–24 mpg
City19 mpg
Highway25 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,775

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 4 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

What's a 2021 Jeep Gladiator worth?

Low
$42,500
Typical price
$52,668
High
$58,890

From 11 comparable 2021 Jeep Gladiator listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2021 Jeep Gladiator costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$18,875
Fuel only$18,875
Per mile$0.25

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.

2021 Jeep Gladiator trims & engines on record

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

2021 Jeep Gladiator vehicles on record

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2021 Jeep Gladiator — frequently asked questions

Does the 2021 Jeep Gladiator have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 8 recall campaigns for the 2021 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 2021 Jeep Gladiator?

Owners have filed 275 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, power train, steering.

What gas mileage does the 2021 Jeep Gladiator get?

The 2021 Jeep Gladiator has U.S. EPA estimates of 19–24 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (4 versions).

How much is a 2021 Jeep Gladiator worth?

Comparable 2021 Jeep Gladiator listings run roughly $42,500–$58,890, typically around $52,668 (from 11 vehicles).

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