Recalls (1)
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2025 Jeep Gladiator. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗Park Outside: Power Steering Wiring May Catch Fire
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- 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.
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Owner complaints (15)
15 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The electrical system is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 15 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 4 | 26.7% |
| Unknown or other | 4 | 26.7% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 3 | 20% |
| Vehicle speed control | 3 | 20% |
| Exterior lighting | 2 | 13.3% |
| Suspension | 2 | 13.3% |
| Air bags | 1 | 6.7% |
| Back over prevention | 1 | 6.7% |
| Engine | 1 | 6.7% |
| Equipment | 1 | 6.7% |
How 2025 compares with other Gladiator years
Best and worst Gladiator years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 483 | 7 |
| 2021 | 292 | 8 |
| 2022 | 120 | 8 |
| 2023 | 56 | 6 |
| 2024 | 23 | 2 |
| 2025 | 15 | 1 |
| 2026 | 3 | 2 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 19 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $3,550
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 466 g/mi
- EPA class
- Standard Pickup Trucks
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 19 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.6 L 6-cyl · 8-speed automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 17 / 22 / 19 | $3,550 | 466 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.

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Where to next
2025 Jeep Gladiator FAQ
How many recalls does the 2025 Jeep Gladiator have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign: 26V363000 (steering). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2025 Jeep Gladiator problems?
Owners filed 15 complaints with NHTSA. Electrical system (4), Unknown or other (4), Fuel/propulsion system (3) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2025 Jeep Gladiator get?
EPA rates the 3.6 L 6-cyl · 8-speed automatic version at 17 city, 22 highway and 19 combined mpg.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.