Jeep Gladiator Power Train Problems

Source: NHTSA · Updated Oct 12, 2026 · 158 complaints analyzed

Owners have filed 158 complaints with NHTSA about power train problems on the Jeep Gladiator across 6 model years. The 2021 model year has the most (71). The words owners use most often: “rear axle” (11% of reports).

What owners describe

Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.

  • Rear axle: mentioned in 18 of 158 complaints (11%)
  • Power train contacted: mentioned in 11 of 158 complaints (7%)
  • Manual transmission: mentioned in 9 of 158 complaints (6%)

At what mileage do power train problems happen?

Based on 35 complaints that reported the odometer reading.

Under 10k miles15 · 43%
10k–25k miles7 · 20%
25k–50k miles7 · 20%
50k–75k miles3 · 9%
75k–100k miles2 · 6%
100k–150k miles1 · 3%
150k+ miles0 · 0%

How serious are the reports?

Of 158 complaints, 2 mention a crash, 4 a fire, 2 an injury.

Jeep Gladiator power train complaints by model year

Peak: 2021, with 71 complaints
2020: 552020552021: 712021712022: 212022212023: 8202382024: 2202422025: 120251

n = 158 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Model yearPower Train complaintsShare of that yearMedian miles
2025 Gladiator17%—
2024 Gladiator29%—
2023 Gladiator814%300
2022 Gladiator2118%24,137
2021 Gladiator7124%31,000
2020 Gladiator5511%12,500

When owners reported it

Peak: 2023, with 33 complaints
2019: 2201922020: 102020102021: 222021222022: 152022152023: 332023332024: 292024292025: 242025242026: 23202623

n = 158 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Related recalls (7)

Power train:manual transmission:control module:softwareAug 1, 2024 · NHTSA campaign 24V572000 · 94 vehicles

Model years: 2021

Problem: 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.

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 will need to have the new remedy completed.

Power train:manual transmissionSep 18, 2023 · NHTSA campaign 23V641000 · 6,298 vehicles

Model years: 2022, 2023

Problem: Chrysler (FCA US), LLC is recalling certain 2022-2023 Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator vehicles equipped with a manual transmission. The rearview camera may fail to display the rearview image and the reverse lights may not illuminate when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 111, "Rear Visibility" and 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Risk: A disabled rearview image can decrease the driver's visibility of the rear view, and disabled reverse lights may not alert others that the vehicle is reversing, increasing the risk of injury or crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the gear position sensor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 16, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 92A.

Power train:clutch assemblyFeb 23, 2023 · NHTSA campaign 23V116000 · 69,201 vehicles

Model years: 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023

Problem: 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.

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 expands and replaces previous recall 21V-028. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 21V-028 will need to have the new remedy completed.

Power train:automatic transmission:internal:park pawlAug 25, 2022 · NHTSA campaign 22V639000 · 11 vehicles

Model years: 2022

Problem: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Jeep Gladiator vehicles. The transmission parking wheel may not properly engage with the parking mechanism.

Risk: A malfunctioning parking mechanism may result in the loss of the 'park' position, including vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the transmission, free of charge. Entire US population are unsold units and will be repaired before they can be sold. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA, LLC's number for this recall is Z84.

Power train:clutch assemblyJan 28, 2021 · NHTSA campaign 21V028000 · 42,887 vehicles

Model years: 2020, 2021

Problem: 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.

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.

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 notification letters were mailed on March 4, 2021.

Power train:clutch assemblyMar 3, 2020 · NHTSA campaign 20V124000 · 33,237 vehicles

Model years: 2020

Problem: 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.

Risk: The 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.

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:driveline:driveshaftAug 29, 2019 · NHTSA campaign 19V636000 · 3,733 vehicles

Model years: 2020

Problem: 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.

Risk: A joint without grease may overheat and seize, possibly causing the driveshaft to fracture, resulting in a sudden loss of drive power. If the driveshaft completely separates from the vehicle it may become a road hazard. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

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.

What owners report

Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.

My 2020 Jeep Gladiator has been experiencing transmission slipping, jerking at 20–30 mph, and rough shifting into Reverse, with diagnostic code P0733. An authorized Jeep dealership inspected the vehicle and confirmed that the transmission problem matches Jeep’s Technical Service Bulletin…

Received Oct 12, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11770698

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 overheating. However, the failure started after the vehicle was repaired under the recall…

Received Sep 28, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11767386

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.

Received Sep 9, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11763209

Clutch overheated and cause an immense amount of smoke during drive with no warning indication from hud. Dealer stated that clutch has gotten well passed 390°c Heat from clutch has also caused front driver caliper to lock up and damage rotors.

Received Sep 5, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11762397

Component Affected: Power Train / Automatic Transmission (850RE 8-Speed)Description of Safety Hazard:While driving my 2022 Jeep Gladiator (53,940 miles), the transmission experienced a severe internal component failure, specifically throwing error code P0733-00 (Gear 3 Shift Incorrect Ratio). This…

Received Aug 24, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11759160
Jeep Gladiator
Jeep_Gladiator_(JT) in Stuttgart. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: Alexander Migl, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

Frequently asked questions

Do all Jeep Gladiators have power train problems?

No. NHTSA has 158 owner complaints about power train for the Jeep Gladiator. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.

Was there a recall on the Jeep Gladiator power train?

Yes: 7 safety recalls list power train. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.

What do owners say about power train problems on the Jeep Gladiator?

The most frequent phrase is “rear axle”, in 18 of 158 complaints, followed by “power train contacted” (11).

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