Jeep GLADIATOR engine problems
30 complaint narratives mention engine terms.
Key facts
983 owner complaints analyzed
21 distinct recall campaigns
5,000 mi median reported failure mileage
Scope: 1969 to 2026 model years. Data snapshot: . 288 complaints include usable failure mileage.
Engine operation evidence
30 of 983 complaints match this topic (3.1%). The keyword filter can include complaints that mention a transmission without reporting its failure. View matching rules.
Owner report 11425847 · 2021-07-21 (July 21, 2021)
Truck had very low power from day 1. Start/stop functionality mpcb short. Engine shacking and making noises. Engine burns oil. Trucks fuel economy is worse then a v12!I was getting 14 miles per gallon. The steering sucks it tilts to the right. Truck feels very unsafe to steer. The steering radius on ir is terrible. Trucks engine temperature goes up when is idling. Starter was staying on and hard to start. Engine would stall crossing the street. Engine stalled in the highway going 65 mph.it generated 10 check engine codes.the chassis of the tr…
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Owner report 11497435 · 2022-12-14 (December 14, 2022)
On 12/2/22 while driving at 70 mph, I suddenly lost power steering. Every system warning light came on and windshield wipers began running when this happened. I managed to get it to the side of the road, but it has zero gauges, no acceleration, cannot shift, and cannot be shut off. After 30 minutes, the warnings began to clear themselves and I was able to safely drive it to a dealer. The battery was assumed to be the issue and it was replaced. Picked the vehicle back up on 12/7/22 and the exact same scenario occurred on 12/13/22; highway speeds…
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Owner report 11510522 · 2023-03-07 (March 7, 2023)
The clutch has been slipping for a while. Over the last week the situation has become worse. Today the slippage resulted in failing to accelerate ended up in a stall while on the on ramp on a highway and narrowly escaped being rear ended by an 18 wheeler which barely managed to stop 2 feet behind. The clutch on this vehicle has been deffective since I bought it (I have driven a manual truck for 20 years and never had problems). FCA has issued a recall (software update for fire hazard) which has been completed on this vehicle but in my opinion f…
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Owner report 11672892 · 2025-07-11 (July 11, 2025)
To Whom It May Concern, I am writing to formally report a serious mechanical issue involving my 2020 Jeep Gladiator (VIN: [XXX] rienced a complete and unexpected engine lock-up. The vehicle is now undrivable and presents both a functional and potential safety concern. Prior to this failure, there were no warning signs, no engine misfires, loss of power, burning smells, or dashboard warning lights. The incident occurred suddenly and without any preceding symptoms. I am aware of several issues affecting this model year, including: Recall 21V-0…
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Owner report 11676455 · 2025-07-27 (July 27, 2025)
To Whom It May Concern, I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to formally report a serious mechanical failure involving my 2020 Jeep Gladiator (VIN: [XXX] ), which recently experienced a complete engine lock-up without any prior warning signs. The vehicle is now inoperable. Given the severity of the issue, I am requesting a thorough review under the manufacturer’s 5-year/60,000-mile powertrain warranty, as well as an investigation into any applicable recalls or technical service bulletins (TSBs) that may relate to this failure. F…
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