AI Damage2024 Jeep Gladiator: common problems
Owners of the 2024 Jeep Gladiator filed 23 complaints with NHTSA, most often about electrical system and steering. The maker issued 276 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Owner complaints
- 23
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 276
What fails most often
- 1 Electrical system 35% of all complaints
- 2 Steering 30% of all complaints
- 3 Engine 13% of all complaints
- 4 Service brakes 13% of all complaints
- 5 Powertrain 9% of all complaints
- 6 Vehicle speed control 9% of all complaints
- 7 Wheels 4% of all complaints
- 8 Forward collision avoidance 4% of all complaints
- Electrical system: 8 complaints (35% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 125.
- Steering: 7 complaints (30% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 15.
- Engine: 3 complaints (13% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 28.
- Service brakes: 3 complaints (13% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 2.
- Powertrain: 2 complaints (9% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 21.
Engines and transmissions
US-market versions per EPA. On the right: how many NHTSA complaints name this engine or transmission type.
- 3.6 L · petrol · 6 cyl
- automatic, 8-speed
- manual, 6-speed
Drive: 4WD
Symptoms owners describe
How many of the 23 NHTSA complaints mention each symptom (automatic count from complaint text; one complaint can mention several).
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 8 | 0 | 125 |
| Steering | 7 | 0 | 15 |
| Engine | 3 | 0 | 28 |
| Service brakes | 3 | 0 | 2 |
| Powertrain | 2 | 0 | 21 |
| Vehicle speed control | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| Wheels | 1 | 0 | 5 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 56 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 12 |
| Suspension | 0 | 0 | 9 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Seats | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 3 |
What owners report
Short excerpts of NHTSA complaints in the original wording. These are owner statements not verified by NHTSA; personal data removed.
-The power steering pump electrical wiring harness/connector. The vehicle is subject to active Mopar safety Recall 21D (NHTSA Campaign 26v-363) for an un remedied vehicle fire risk caused by high electrical resistance. Yes, the vehicle and affected component are available for inspection upon request.
When parking I went to set the parking brake and as I pulled the handle I heard a pop and felt the handle release all pressure. With the handle up there was no braking effect. Dealer repaired by hooking the right wheel cable back onto the bracket located under the center console, and then adjusting.
The contact had not yet received the notification of the recall but was concerned about the fire risk associated with the recall. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair.
Electrical Fire Recall / NOT FIXED / Dealers and Jeep refuse to repair as there is no repair for it. Afraid to park this at home/work. Currently no signs other than steering feeling heavier over time.
The instrument panel began flashing, the vehicle lost power and became completely inoperative while I was traveling. I was able to get the vehicle off the roadway, but it would not restart. At first it would start and flash, windshield wipers were on, even though control was off.
My 2024 Jeep Gladiator Mojave has an ongoing brake issue that persists despite inspections by multiple dealerships. When starting the vehicle in the morning, the brake pedal is unusually hard and sits lower than expected, requiring excessive force before the engine will engage.
Vehicle is in limp mode and cannot drive. There were no warnings prior to the issue. Previous year models have had NHTSA recalls issued for clutch failures.
Dash lights go on and off intermittently 2. If you bump the gear shift lightly it comes out of gear.
When owners complained
NHTSA complaints by filing year. The peak shows at what age the problems show up most.
Comparison
By complaint count this model year ranks 1,198 of 2,102 model years in the NHTSA data (among the 43% least complained about).
On average one model year of the Gladiator has 110 complaints (9 years in the data). This year has 23, below average.
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Steering. Steering play, power assist, rack and tie rods after a wheel impact.
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
- Service brakes. Pedal feel, ABS operation, leaks, discs and hoses.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- Flash
Drivetrain Control Module (DTCM) Updates Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must SYMPTOM: exhibit/set the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC): ● C147B-92…
- The Customer May Complain About a Popping Noise, Grinding Noise, or an Intermittent No Reverse or Forward…
The Customer May Complain About a Popping Noise, Grinding Noise, or an Intermittent No Reverse or Forward Transmission Engagement. The Tech May Find Damaged and/or Worn Transmission Output Shaft Splines (850RE…
- SOCKET - DRAG LINK INNER
- Customer States Driver Seat inoperative
Seat Fuse F59 30A Found blown.
- Passive Entry O/S Dr Handle Prior to replacing an inoperative passive entry door handle, perform Star…
- Customer States Driver Seat Inoperative
- PAD - INSTRUMENT PANEL
- Display Exchange part has been superseded. Order the latest Z part number
Z8607669AC --> Z8791155AA (Active Exchange Part) Z8607669AD --> Z8791669AA (Active Exchange Part) Z8607669AE --> Z8791156AA (Active Exchange Part) Z8607671AC --> Z8791157AA (Active Exchange Part) Z8607671AD -->…
- CORE – HEATER
- DCSD Before replacing this part for a Blank screen, screen flickering or screen inoperative concern,…
DCSD Before replacing this part for a Blank screen, screen flickering or screen inoperative concern, perform a hard reset to the Display and see if concern is resolved. Currently no dealer claims with this issue…
- Fuel Delivery Module Before replacing the fuel module for DTCs P0461 and P062A and other not start, long…
Fuel Delivery Module Before replacing the fuel module for DTCs P0461 and P062A and other not start, long crank, fuel gauge accuracy and drivability issues, the technician should disconnect the electrical connector at…
- Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) and Radio Compass Display has Dashes (--)
NHTSA lists 276 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2024 Jeep Gladiator?
Owner complaints to NHTSA most often mention: electrical system, steering, engine. Total complaints: 23. The most frequent symptoms in complaint texts: smoke, burning smell, fire (30%), warning lights, check engine (17%), loss of power / limp mode (13%).
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2024 Jeep Gladiator?
NHTSA lists 276 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2024 Jeep Gladiator from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2024 models
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.