Last updated: 2026-10-10

RELIABILITY SCORE: 59/100 (MIXED)

2024 Jeep Gladiator Reliability Report

The 2024 Jeep Gladiator has mixed reliability and rates well below other 2024 trucks, with steering and unexpected-speed complaints the main worry.

Full Breakdown Compare Models

Recalls

Complaints

Complaint Rate

N/A

Est. Repair Cost

N/A

Annual Fuel Cost

$3,150–$3,300

Detailed Score Breakdown

Complaint SeverityN/A

Component-weighted complaints normalized by sales volume

Repair Costs40/100

Independent repair cost ratings

Recall Impact88/100

Recall count weighted by severity

Issue DiversityN/A

Breadth of reported problem categories

The Verdict

Caution

Among the stronger Gladiator years, but owners report steering shake, a pull to the left, and unexpected acceleration, plus one electrical recall.

Top Issues to Watch

STEERING (3)
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL (2)
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (2)

Should You Buy the 2024 Jeep Gladiator?

Mixed is the fair verdict. Against other 2024 trucks this one rates well below average, though it ranks among the stronger of the Gladiator's seven scored years. The 2023 rates worse, with 46 complaints and 5 recalls. The 2025 rates better, with 7 complaints and no recalls.

The problems that matter involve control of the truck. Steering owners report violent shaking above 55 mph and a constant pull to the left that dealer alignments did not fix. That second report ended in a crash with injuries. Two owners at about 11,000 miles describe unexpected speed, including a truck that accelerated on its own in first gear while the dealer could not find the cause. One alternator failed at about 20,000 miles. One recall covers the electrical system.

Ask for steering and alignment service records, and confirm the electrical recall work was done. Drive it above 55 mph before buying. A 2025 is worth comparing.

Compared to the 2025 Jeep Gladiator, which scored 5 points higher. See also the 2023 Jeep Gladiator for an earlier comparison.

Pros

+Low recall count
+Low complaint frequency

Cons

−Below-average reliability score
−STEERING: Loss of steering control is the main concern (3 complaints)
−UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Electrical failures dominate this category (3 complaints)
−VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL: Unexpected speed is the pattern here, with both reports at about 11,000 miles (2 complaints)

Compare 2024 Jeep Gladiator With

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Reliability: 77/100

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2024 Tesla Cybertruck

Reliability: 52/100

Mixed

Common Problem Categories

Safety

LOW RISK

1 manufacturer recall issued

Other

HIGH RISK

STEERING (3)
UNKNOWN OR OTHER (3)

See detailed breakdown by component ↓

Recall Overview

recall on record

The 2024 Jeep Gladiator carries 1 recall — a low count. Authorized dealers repair any open recall free of charge, regardless of warranty status.

NHTSA.gov →

Complaint Breakdown

complaints

LowAvgHigh

Very Low

Safety Incidents

Crashes

Fires

Injuries

Deaths

Data sourced from NHTSA complaint filings and manufacturer recall notices. Complaint narratives are owner-reported.

2024 Jeep Gladiator Recall Details

1 recall has been issued for the 2024 Jeep Gladiator. All recall repairs are performed free of charge at authorized dealerships.

24V6520002024-09-05

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

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."

Consequence

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.

VIN History Report

Buying a used 2024 Jeep Gladiator? Check its history first

Steering problems lead owner complaints about the 2024 Jeep Gladiator, and 1 recall was issued for it. A VIN check shows whether this car's recall work was done, plus accident, title, and odometer history.

Accidents
Open Recalls
Title History
Odometer Rollback

2024 Jeep Gladiator NHTSA Safety Ratings

Crash Test Results by Configuration (expand)

Gas Powertrain

Rollover risk: 26.7%

Safety Technologies

Dynamic Head Restraints (Not Available)Head Restraint (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Advanced Belt Feature (Not Available)Seat Belt Pretensioners (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Seat Belt Load Limiters (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Adjustable Upper Belt Anchorage (Driver, Front Passenger)Seat Belt Reminder System (Driver, Front Passenger)Frontal Air Bag (Driver, Front Passenger) (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row) (Driver, Front Passenger)Knee (Not Available)Additional Air Bags (None)Meets Side Air Bag Out-of-Position Requirements (Yes)LATCH Locations (2nd row)Safety Power Windows (Anti-Pinch) (Not available)Safety Power Windows (Anti-Pinch) locations (Not Available)

View full safety data on NHTSA.gov →

Jeep GladiatorRepair Costs & Maintenance

Maintenance Rating

Based on NHTSA complaint patterns, recall severity, and publicly available cost benchmarks.

Category-level averages derived from publicly available industry reports (AAA, CarMD). Model-level estimates produced by Auto Reliability Index.

Jeep Gladiator Resale Value

The Jeep Gladiator is estimated to retain about 100% of its original value after 1 year, based on observed used-car listings.

This benchmark covers the Jeep Gladiator model overall and is not specific to the 2024 model year.

Value Retained: 100%
Depreciation: 0%
Listings Analyzed: 58

Listings observed in May 2021. This is a historical market benchmark, not a current price quote.

Explore Jeep Gladiator depreciation and resale value on CarResaleValue.com

2024 Jeep Gladiator Example Repair Prices

National average price ranges for common repairs. These are not model-year-specific failure predictions.

Common repair costs and price estimates
Repair	Estimated Cost
Tire Rotation	$49 – $72
Tire & Wheel Assembly Rotate & Balance	$110 – $161
Cabin Air Filter Replacement	$74 – $91
HVAC Blend Door Actuator Replacement	$129 – $163
Parking Brake System Adjust	$61 – $90
Tire Pressure Monitor Control Module Replacement	$340 – $420
Radiator Hose Replacement	$502 – $548
Axle Shaft Seal Replacement	$675 – $954
Catalytic Converter Replacement	$1,948 – $2,103
Steering Knuckle Replacement	$1,058 – $1,149

Estimates based on national average repair costs. Actual costs may vary by location and shop.

MPG & Annual Running Costs

Gas

18–19 MPG

Fuel cost: $3,150–$3,300/yr

Fuel only

16–17 city / 21–22 hwy MPG

Based on EPA fuel-cost estimates. Excludes routine maintenance, depreciation, and insurance. Data as of 2024 EPA label cycle.

Gas trims

Trim	Drive	Trans.	City	Hwy	Comb	Fuel Cost
Gladiator 4WD 3.6L 6-cyl	4-Wheel Drive	Automatic 8-spd	17	22	19	$3,150
Gladiator 4WD 3.6L 6-cyl	4-Wheel Drive	Manual 6-spd	16	21	18	$3,300

Used Buying Checklist

Key things to inspect or verify before purchasing a 2024 Jeep Gladiator.

Ask for service records showing a battery replaced for shorting, and inspect under the hood for melted wiring or scorch marks.
Drive above 55 mph on the highway and feel for violent shaking through the steering wheel.
On a straight, level road, check whether the truck pulls left with the steering wheel centered.
Test the touchscreen, radio, climate display, and backup camera repeatedly, and watch for warnings that block maps or SOS.
With adaptive cruise on at 45 mph in light traffic, brake firmly and confirm the truck slows normally.
From a stop with your foot off the accelerator, shift into first gear and confirm the truck does not surge forward.
Watch for battery or check engine lights, a rising temperature gauge, or heavy steering, which can point to alternator failure.
Ask whether the truck has ever shut off while driving or needed a tow for an electrical failure.

2024 Jeep Gladiator Common Problems by Component

11 owner complaints grouped by vehicle system.

STEERING (3)UNKNOWN OR OTHER (3)VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL (2)ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (2)WHEELS (1)

STEERING

3 complaintsSafety-related

Loss of steering control is the main concern. Reports describe violent shaking above 55 mph that makes the wheel hard to hold. Another describes a constant pull to the left at any speed that dealer alignments did not fix, and that report ends in a crash with injuries. One fire is filed here too. It started under the hood on the front passenger side minutes after the truck was parked, and no cause has been reported. Expect the pull or shaking to need repeat dealer visits.

3 complaints total1 fire

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

3 complaintsSafety-related

Electrical failures dominate this category. One report describes the truck shutting off completely while driving, losing power to the electronics, brakes, and steering, and stalling again after a restart. Another describes the head unit freezing, which takes out the radio, the climate display, and the backup camera until the truck sits off for about 30 minutes. A parked truck also caught fire under the hood and was a total loss. That fire came shortly after the dealer replaced a battery that was shorting out.

3 complaints total1 fire

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

2 complaints

Unexpected speed is the pattern here, with both reports at about 11,000 miles. One describes the truck failing to slow normally under firm braking at 45 mph with adaptive cruise control on. The other describes the truck accelerating on its own to about 25 mph when shifted into first gear, with no foot on the pedal and no warning light. Both create a collision risk. The dealer could not diagnose or repair the acceleration problem.

2 complaints total

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (2 complaints)

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2 complaints

Alternator failure and infotainment errors are the two problems reported. The alternator failure happened at about 20,000 miles while driving. Steering went heavy, the check engine and battery lights came on, and the temperature gauge went to hot. The truck was towed and sat unrepaired because parts were not available. Separately, the Uconnect screen keeps showing a warning that blocks maps, apps, and the SOS system. The dealer linked it to the antenna, and the fix did not last.

2 complaints total

WHEELS (1 complaints)

WHEELS

1 complaint

2025-06-21

The vehicle is still new and has not been taken offroad other than a few boring unpaved roads. It has never hit any significant pothole. The tires still have the original OEM tire pressure, I have never removed or added air to them. At the time of the incident the tire pressure was 39psi and the temperature outside was about 80F. I was driving on the highway at about 75mph with cruise control. I started feeling a strange slight lateral instability then we heard a strong noise and we thought we had a helicopter on top of us or maybe that something else was loose in the car. As I was stopping in the shoulder it became clear that it was a tire problem as we saw pieces of tire flying off. Thankfully we were able to stop safely. Then it became clear what happened: the tire external sidewall just exploded with absolutely no reason. There was no pothole, no sudden braking or cornering. It just decided to explode. The car behaved very well given the gravity of the situation, but I lost trust in the Bridgestone Dueler H/T 245/75R17 tires that came with it. I'm no tire expert, but the broken tire sidewall construction seems very flimsy to me. This tire has no steel on the sidewall and it looks like the polyester threads is not appropriate and may even be missing in some areas. I took a large number of photos to what is left of the tire.

Best & Worst Jeep Gladiator Years

Best Jeep Gladiator Years to Buy

Based on reliability index score

Top Pick

Mixed

2024

(Current Model)

1Recalls

11Complaints

Mixed

Jeep Gladiator Reliability Score Trend

Scores 0–100. Higher is better. Current year highlighted.

Jeep Gladiator reliability scores by year
Year	Score	Rating
2020	49/100	Mixed
2021	49/100	Mixed
2022	49/100	Mixed
2023	51/100	Mixed
2024	59/100	Mixed
2025	64/100	Good
2026	64/100	Good

Jeep Gladiator Reliability Compared to Other Years

Reliability scores compared across model years
Year	Score	vs Prior Year	Rating	Recalls	Complaints
2026	64/100	0	Good	0	0
2025	64/100	+5	Good	0	7
2024(selected)	59/100	+8	Mixed	1	11
2023	51/100	+2	Mixed	5	46
2022	49/100	0	Mixed	7	104
2021	49/100	0	Mixed	7	261
2020	49/100	—	Mixed	7	461

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2024 Jeep Gladiator reliable?

Only partly. Its standing is mixed, and it rates well below average against other 2024 trucks. Within the Gladiator's seven scored model years it is among the stronger ones. Owners filed 11 complaints, and the most serious involve steering control and unexpected speed.

What are the most common problems with the 2024 Jeep Gladiator?

Steering is the largest group, with 3 complaints about shaking and a pull to one side. Vehicle speed control and the electrical system each have 2. The speed reports involve a truck that would not slow normally and one that accelerated by itself. The electrical reports cover an alternator failure and Uconnect errors.

Does the 2024 Jeep Gladiator have steering problems?

Yes, steering draws the most complaints. One owner describes violent shaking above 55 mph that makes the wheel hard to hold. Another describes a constant pull to the left at any speed that dealer alignments did not fix, and that report ends in a crash with injuries. Expect repeat dealer visits.

Has the 2024 Jeep Gladiator been recalled?

Yes. Federal recall records show 1 recall for this model year, in the electrical system. Check that the repair was completed on any truck you consider. For comparison, the 2023 has 5 recalls and the 2025 has none.

Is the 2024 Jeep Gladiator better than the 2023 or 2025?

It is better than the 2023 and behind the 2025. The 2023 rates worse, with 46 complaints and 5 recalls. The 2025 rates better, with 7 complaints and no recalls. The 2024 sits between them, with 11 complaints and 1 recall.

Don’t buy a 2024 Jeep Gladiator without checking its VIN first — hidden accidents, title issues, and open recalls could cost you thousands.

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How we score the 2024 Jeep Gladiator

Of the four inputs behind this score, the 2024 Jeep Gladiator does best on recall impact (88/100) and worst on repair costs (40/100). Scores weight complaint severity at 35%, repair costs at 30%, recall impact at 20%, and the spread of complaints across systems at 15%, with complaint counts adjusted for US sales. Read the full methodology.

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