2025 Jeep Gladiator Problems & Complaints

Better than average43% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Gladiator at the same age

Owners have filed 15 complaints about the 2025 Jeep Gladiator with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That is 43% fewer than a typical Gladiator model year at the same age, making the 2025 one of the better Gladiator years. The most reported problem area is the electrical system (4 complaints, typically around 5,000 miles). One recall covers this model year, including one with a do-not-drive or park-outside warning.

15complaints
1recalls
2crashes
0fires
1injuries
0deaths

Most common 2025 Jeep Gladiator problems

  • Other / not specified
    427%
  • Electrical system~5,000 miles
    427%
  • Speed control & acceleration
    320%
  • Fuel & propulsion system
    320%
  • Lights
    213%
  • Suspension~5,000 miles
    213%
  • Driver assistance
    213%
  • Brakes
    17%
  • Steering
    17%
  • Transmission & drivetrain
    17%
  • Air bags
    17%
  • Engine & cooling
    17%
  • Equipment & accessories
    17%

Share of the 15 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.

Jeep Gladiator complaints by model year

20202021202220232024202520264842921205723153
Owner complaints per model year, Jeep Gladiator. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).

Best Gladiator years: 2024, 2023, 2022. Compare all years →

2025 Jeep Gladiator recalls (1)

Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Pump

NHTSA recall 26V-363 · Jun 4, 2026 · 1,076,999 vehiclesPark outside

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.

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.

What 2025 Jeep Gladiator owners say

Electrical system

The contact owns a 2025 Jeep Gladiator. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle made an abnormal popping sound. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 5,000.

5,000 miles · Jun 2026

New Jeep, 1500 miles on it. While driving, it did an automatic update in the computer system. Following the update, the screen kept jumping information all over, constantly moving. I called jeep and they said bring it in same day. Following two shutdowns, the screen appeared normal. On 3 consecutive days it had automatic braking issues. 3 driving incidents occurred in which the automatic collision avoidance system kicked in with full braking, antilock brakes working. One incident occurred at 39 mph. One incident occurred at 50 MPH and one incident occurred at 55+ mph. There was no traffic conditions noted that would require and braking. The 50mph incident required traffic following me to break heavily, nearly causing an accident. The jeep pulled heavily to the left. Jeep made an appointment for a week out. I will not use that system pending an investigation

Feb 2026

Speed control & acceleration

2025 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon X. I have experienced two separate incidents in less than a month where the vehicle accelerated suddenly and violently, while attempting to park in my garage. Both incidents resulted to significant damage to a parked vehicle, and the building structure. Both incidents were completely random and unexpected. I assumed the first on was caused by something I did. I know with 100% certainty, that the second was not. My research indicate this might be related to a faulty Hill Start Assist control module. Apparently when the Jeep Gladiator is on a slight incline (which it was in both incidents) the Hill Assist locks the breaks, which can release suddenly when the accelerator is pressed. This seems to be exactly what happened, and the sudden acceleration was violent. This is an extremely dangerous issue that needs through investigation.

Jun 2026 · crash

New Jeep, 1500 miles on it. While driving, it did an automatic update in the computer system. Following the update, the screen kept jumping information all over, constantly moving. I called jeep and they said bring it in same day. Following two shutdowns, the screen appeared normal. On 3 consecutive days it had automatic braking issues. 3 driving incidents occurred in which the automatic collision avoidance system kicked in with full braking, antilock brakes working. One incident occurred at 39 mph. One incident occurred at 50 MPH and one incident occurred at 55+ mph. There was no traffic conditions noted that would require and braking. The 50mph incident required traffic following me to break heavily, nearly causing an accident. The jeep pulled heavily to the left. Jeep made an appointment for a week out. I will not use that system pending an investigation

Feb 2026

Fuel & propulsion system

I own a 2025 Jeep Gladiator with approximately 48,000 miles. The vehicle was fully operational as of approximately 5:00 PM on Monday, April 27, but by 7:30 AM the following morning it had become inoperable due to a rodent chewing through the fuel line overnight. The vehicle required towing to a dealership, Beaman Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram. At the time of the incident, the vehicle was parked in a gravel driveway at an RV park, which is a typical residential parking environment. Damage to a fuel line presents a potential safety hazard, including risk of fuel leakage, fire, or sudden vehicle disablement. In this case, the failure occurred without warning and rendered the vehicle unusable. A significant amount of fuel was observed leaking beneath the vehicle and onto the ground. …

Apr 2026

I was driving my 2025 jeep gladiator, on several occasions I tried to stop and my jeep didn't want to stop, the jeep wanted to keep accelerating (i was not using cruise control) . I stepped on the brake and it felt "squishy" but did stop the vehicle (it only feels this way when the uncontrolled acceleration is happening). Once was pulling into our driveway and it almost rearended my husband pick up. It also has happened several other times. It seems like it only happens when making a turn. I will be addressing this with the dealer when I go for the oil change today.

Jun 2026

2025 Jeep Gladiator engines & fuel economy

EngineTransmissionDriveMPG city / hwy / combined
3.6L 6-cyl8-speed automatic4WD17 / 22 / 19

EPA ratings. Class: Full-size pickup.

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2025 Jeep Gladiator a good car?

Based on 15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2025 Gladiator rates better than average: 43% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Gladiator at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.

What is the most common problem with the 2025 Jeep Gladiator?

The electrical system — 4 complaints, 27% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the speed control & acceleration (3) and fuel & propulsion system (3).

How many recalls does the 2025 Jeep Gladiator have?

There is 1 recall for the 2025 Jeep Gladiator, the most recent from June 4, 2026 (pump). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.

What are the best and worst years of the Jeep Gladiator?

The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2024, 2023 and 2022. See the full Jeep Gladiator years comparison.

At what mileage do 2025 Jeep Gladiator problems happen?

The median mileage reported in complaints is about 5,000 miles; 100% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.