Model year
2026 Jeep Gladiator
NHTSA lists 2 recalls and 3 complaints for the 2026 Jeep Gladiator (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). The components listed on the most complaints are ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (1), ENGINE (1), SERVICE BRAKES (1). NHTSA lists crash-test variants for this model year and marks the overall rating Not Rated. EPA rates it 19 mpg combined (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $3,550, based on 15,000 miles and 55% city driving.
- 2021 292 complaints
- 2022 120 complaints
- 2023 57 complaints
- 2024 23 complaints
- 2025 15 complaints
- 2026 3 complaints
- 2027 0 complaints
Recalls
26V531000 · Aug 13, 2026
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Gladiator, Jeep Compass, Jeep Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, Jeep Grand Wagoneer, Jeep Grand Wagoneer L, Ram Promaster, Ram Promaster EV, Ram 1500, Ram 2500, Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In…
26V456000 · Jul 16, 2026
WHEELS
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Jeep Gladiator and Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The walls for the steel wheels may be too thin, allowing them to crack or detach, which can result in a loss of vehicle control.
Complaints
3 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 0, fire flag on 1, injury field 0, deaths field 0. A complaint can be counted under more than one component. The injury and death figures are the file's numbers (the highest value on each complaint, then added), not a separate verified count of people.
Investigations
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Safety ratings
| Variant | Overall | Front | Side | Pole | Rollover | Photo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PU/CC N/A 4WD | Not rated | 4 | Not Rated | Not Rated | 3 · possibility 0.267 | NHTSA photo |
Fuel economy
| Configuration | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | kWh/100 mi | Range | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gladiator 4WD · 3.6L · Automatic 8-spd · 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 17 | 22 | 19 | — | — | $3,550 |
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Check a vehicle
This page is not a VIN lookup. NHTSA's recall tool checks a specific vehicle: nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's page for this model year is 2026 Jeep Gladiator at NHTSA. Complaint narratives stay on NHTSA's site and are not copied here.