273 of the 978 complaints about the Jeep Gladiator (27.9%) concern Steering, making it the model's largest problem area. That share is 4.3× the Steering share across all tracked vehicles.
273Complaints · Steering
27.9%Share of complaints
4.3×vs. all vehicles
26Last 12 months
1.8%Share involving a crash or fire
1Related recalls
Analysis
By model year, Steering complaints peak with the 2020 model (160, 33% of that year's complaints) and are lowest for the 2024 model (3). 26 Steering complaints were filed in the last 12 months versus 28 in the 12 months before — a steady pace.
Owners most often describe: “steering”, “wobble”, “death”, “speeds” and “wheel”. 5 of these reports (1.8%) describe a crash or fire, with 2 injuries and 0 deaths mentioned.
1 recall campaign relates to this area, most recently campaign 26V363000 (2026-06-04, model years 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025).
My name is [XXX] , and I am writing to formally submit a complaint regarding the loss of my vehicle due to engine fire. The vehicle was a 2021 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon, VIN [XXX] , with approximately 26,666 miles at the time of loss.
Steering · 2026-02-05 · ODI 11716027 · Fire
Steering on jeep is very loose on cold mornings. It gets very wobbly and unable to control above 40mg. You have to be super careful when driving.
Steering · 2023-04-24 · ODI 11518708 · Crash
I am experiencing the "Jeep Death Wobble" which occurs intermittently after hitting any road imperfections i.e. uneven road surface connections, potholes, or rumble strips, causing a violent and sudden shaking of the steering wheel at highway speeds.
Steering · 2026-07-29 · ODI 11753502
The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Gladiator. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V363000 (Steering).
Steering · 2026-07-22 · ODI 11752079
The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Gladiator. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V363000 (Steering); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable.
Steering · 2026-07-21 · ODI 11751758
Year/Make/Model: 2022 Jeep Gladiator RESPONDENT DEALERSHIP DETAILS Business Name: Lake Norman Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Physical Address: 20320 Chartown Dr, Cornelius, NC 28031 On July 17, 2026, the vehicle referenced above was presented to Lake Norman Chrysler…
Steering · 2026-07-17 · ODI 11751231
Excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA, trimmed for length. The ODI number is NHTSA's record identifier.
Related recalls
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:PUMP Campaign 26V363000 · 2026-06-04 · Model years: 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025
⚠ Park-outside / do-not-drive warning
Summary: 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. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 9, 2026. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is 21D. The Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on June 11, 2026.
How common are Steering problems on the Jeep Gladiator?
273 of the 978 complaints about the Jeep Gladiator (27.9%) concern Steering, making it the model's largest problem area. That share is 4.3× the Steering share across all tracked vehicles.
Which Jeep Gladiator model years have the most Steering complaints?
By model year, Steering complaints peak with the 2020 model (160, 33% of that year's complaints) and are lowest for the 2024 model (3).
Is there a recall for Jeep Gladiator Steering problems?
1 recall campaign relates to this area, most recently campaign 26V363000 (2026-06-04, model years 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025).