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Recalls & complaints · NHTSA data

2021 Jeep Gladiator recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2021 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns
8
Park-it warnings
1
Complaints
292
Latest campaign
Jun 4, 2026

Recall summary by component8

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
ComponentCampaignsPark‑itLatestCampaign IDs
Power train3–Aug 1, 2024
24V57200023V11600021V028000
Steering11Jun 4, 2026
26V363000
Electrical system1–Sep 5, 2024
24V652000
Fuel system, diesel1–Apr 13, 2023
23V263000
Fuel system, gasoline1–Oct 13, 2022
22V767000
Back over prevention1–Aug 25, 2022
22V638000

Safety recalls8

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
1Park-it warnings
0Fixable over the air
Jun 4, 2026Latest campaign
Jun 4, 202626V363000

Steering: hydraulic power assist pump

A vehicle fire increases the risk of injury.

Park outside, away from structures
DetailsHide details for campaign 26V363000
What's wrong
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.
Campaign
NHTSA 26V363000 · Jun 4, 2026
Sep 5, 202424V652000

Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel

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

DetailsHide details for campaign 24V652000
What's wrong
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.
Campaign
NHTSA 24V652000 · Sep 5, 2024
Aug 1, 202424V572000

Power train: manual transmission control module

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

DetailsHide details for campaign 24V572000
What's wrong
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.
Risk
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
Campaign
NHTSA 24V572000 · Aug 1, 2024
Apr 13, 202323V263000

Fuel system, diesel: delivery fuel pump

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

DetailsHide details for campaign 23V263000
What's wrong
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.
Risk
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.
Campaign
NHTSA 23V263000 · Apr 13, 2023
Feb 23, 202323V116000

Power train: clutch assembly

Overheated clutch components may increase the risk of a fire.

DetailsHide details for campaign 23V116000
What's wrong
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.
Risk
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 need to have the new remedy completed.
Campaign
NHTSA 23V116000 · Feb 23, 2023
Oct 13, 202222V767000

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery fuel pump

An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 22V767000
What's wrong
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.
Risk
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
Campaign
NHTSA 22V767000 · Oct 13, 2022
To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Mopar recall lookup (Jeep). Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

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Owner complaints by component292

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h
292Complaints filed
7Involving a crash
3Involving a fire
7Injuries reported
ComponentShareComplaints%CrashesFiresInjuries
Steering9432212
Power train7124000
Engine5318112
Electrical system4616112
Suspension4114303
Unknown or other2810202
Fuel/propulsion system207000
Service brakes165200
Vehicle speed control145102
Exterior lighting134000
Fuel system134000
Visibility/wiper114000
Gasoline103000
Wheels83001
Forward collision avoidance62100

11 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number, merged from NHTSA model names Gladiator, Gladiator Diesel.

Latest reports

  • Electrical system

    “While I was driving home with 2 of my boys, the instrument cluster malfunctioned and went completely blank while driving. I had a mechanic check the vehicle and the fuses were/are working fine.”

    Filed 09/30/2026 · ODI 11768114
  • Power train

    “The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Gladiator. The contact stated that two years ago the vehicle was taken to a dealer to be repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V116000 (Power Train); to prevent the clutch from…”

    Filed 09/28/2026 · ODI 11767386
  • Power train

    “My Transmission is skipping on 3rd gear ratio code and reverse is getting stuck with only 70,000 2021 and i was the only owner.”

    Filed 09/09/2026 · ODI 11763209

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2021 Jeep Gladiator recall questions

How many recalls does the 2021 Jeep Gladiator have?

NHTSA lists 8 safety recall campaigns for the 2021 Jeep Gladiator. The most recent, 26V363000 (reported June 4, 2026), concerns steering. 1 campaign carries a park-it or park-outside warning. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What are the 2021 Jeep Gladiator recalls for?

The largest group is power train, with 3 campaigns. Others: steering (1), electrical system (1), fuel system, diesel (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.

What is the most common complaint about the 2021 Jeep Gladiator?

Steering is the most-reported component, named in 94 complaints out of 292 filed with NHTSA (32%). Across all complaints, owners reported 7 crashs and 3 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2021 Jeep Gladiator?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Mopar recall lookup (Jeep). That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Jeep dealer.

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