2023 Jeep Gladiator Problems

What owners report

Owners of the 2023 Jeep Gladiator most often describe a violent front-end shake or steering wheel wobble at highway speed after hitting bumps or uneven pavement, often called death wobble. Sudden shut-offs, stalling, or loss of power while driving are also frequently reported, along with electrical failures such as no-start or a blank instrument panel. Several complaints also describe fuel splashing back out of the filler during refueling, and some describe recall repair parts that were not yet available.

1. 1
   Steering

   Violent steering wheel shake or wobble at highway speed

   • 11 complaints (19%)
   • median 40,000 mi at 2.4 yrs old (3 state mileage, few)
   • filed 2023–2026

   Owners describe the front end and steering wheel shaking or shuddering violently at highway speeds, usually after hitting a bump, pothole, or uneven pavement, with the shaking continuing until they slow down. Some call it death wobble, and some say the steering felt out of control and that they feared crashing or hitting traffic. Some report the shaking returned after a repair, such as a steering stabilizer replaced with an aftermarket part, and some say the dealer blamed tire alignment or did not diagnose the problem. Some say the dealer did not change anything or downplayed their concerns. Reports give mileage from about 2,000 to 66,000 miles, and several say the shaking was first noticed within the first 10,000 miles.

   What to check: Ask whether the steering stabilizer and front suspension have been inspected or replaced, and whether a tire alignment check was done for the shaking. On a test drive, go over a bump or uneven patch at highway speed to see whether the front end shakes.

   2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records

   “On November 3rd, while driving on the interstate, we drove over some uneven pavement. The steering wheel and vehicle started shaking. After slowing down, the shaking disappeared. It then reappeared again after another rough patch of highway. This is the 3rd time it's happened while we've owned the vehicle. Dealer always downplays our concerns.”

   NHTSA complaint #11626396, filed 2024-11

   “My 2023 Gladiator currently has 36,000 miles and is experiencing severe front-end vibration commonly referred to as “death wobble.” The issue occurs at approximately 60 mph when hitting a bump on the highway, causing the steering wheel and front end to shake violently. I have scheduled an appointment with an authorized Jeep dealer for inspection. This condition has nearly caused an accident, as I was traveling on a busy highway and had to slow down abruptly and pull over to regain control. …”

   NHTSA complaint #11718954, filed 2026-02
2. 2
   Engine

   Sudden shut-off, stalling, or loss of power while driving

   • 11 complaints (19%)
   • median 38,000 mi at 2.4 yrs old (1 states mileage, few)
   • filed 2023–2026

   Owners describe the vehicle cutting off, stalling, or going into limp mode while driving, in some cases at about 40 mph or on the interstate, and some vehicles stopped and would not restart. In some reports the loss of power came on a steep grade or while turning, and some describe a warning light or message appearing first, such as an electronic throttle control light or a check engine light. Some complaints mention a fuel pump or injection pump being replaced, and a vehicle later stopping while driving with no warning light. Some describe near collisions after the loss of power. Mileage appears in a few reports, from about 8,000 to 22,000 miles, and several happen at highway or interstate speed.

   Recall 23V1160002 related service bulletins

   What to check: Ask whether any fuel pump, injection pump, or electronic throttle service has been done, and for any stored codes or warning messages that were cleared. On a test drive, check for hesitation, stalling, or limp mode at highway speed.

   2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records

   “This Jeep gladiator has not started on several occasions. And is now stuck in our driveway not turning over the engine. This apparently is a known problem and has stranded my family. Has Also stopped all the electrical with the engine driving down the road when my husband was returning from work, this is a safety issue please respond.”

   NHTSA complaint #11603396, filed 2024-07

   “Cut off on me while driving. Loss power in middle of street almost cause me to hit another vehicle. Took it to repair under warranty they took almost 2 months to repair. Did some research and apparently this is a common issue on these trucks ans it is still not a recall about it. Dealership replaced same fuel injection pump it had. So basically it will happen again sometime soon. My vehicle only has 17k miles.”

   NHTSA complaint #11710724, filed 2026-01
3. 3
   Electrical system

   Electrical failures, no-start, or blank instrument panel

   • 24 complaints (42%)
   • median 39,000 mi at 2.2 yrs old (4 state mileage, few)
   • filed 2023–2026

   Owners describe no power when trying to start, with no lights or dash response, and some say the vehicle had to be jump-started or towed to the dealer. Others describe the instrument panel or gauges going dark, sometimes while driving, and some say the radio, windows, or back-up camera stopped working too. In some reports the dealer found no issue on inspection, and a complaint suspects moisture in electrical components. A complaint describes a communication fault that left the vehicle completely immobilized. Mileage is given in a few reports, from under 5,000 to about 38,000 miles, and several describe the failure happening while driving at speed.

   Recall 24V6520002 related service bulletins

   What to check: Ask the dealer to check the battery, charging system, and any stored electrical or bus communication fault codes. During a test drive, check that the gauges, radio, windows, and back-up camera all work.

   2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records

   “This Gladiator had at the time less than 5k miles on it. I went to start the Jeep and there was no power. No lights, not starting nothing. I called the dealer. They would not deal with me without going through JEEP WAVE, Called a tow company to tow to the dealer purchased from. The tow truck driver tried to jump the jeep with his portable system. We did get a few lights, still not starting. When the Jeep was delivered to the dealer the service clerk witnessed the same issues. …”

   NHTSA complaint #11574696, filed 2024-02

   “Was driving and my vehicle came up and said I had an issue with the electrical power steering assist system and was going to shut off. I was waiting at a red light the vehicle put itself in park and shut down. I restarted the vehicle and it would not move out of park or any of the windows or radio controls would function. I upon restarting four more times was able to get it back into drive and return home. The steering functioned fine but the radio, back up camera, aux power port, and windows still do not work. …”

   NHTSA complaint #11524214, filed 2023-05
4. 4
   Fuel system

   Fuel splashing back out of the filler during refueling

   • 5 complaints (9%)
   • typically at 1.5 yrs old
   • filed 2023–2026

   Owners describe fuel spraying or splashing out of the filler and onto the fender, body, and ground while refueling, even at slow fill rates or with the nozzle on a low setting. Some say the nozzle does not seat fully in the filler receptacle, so the pump does not shut off in time. Some say a dealer replaced the filler tube and the problem continued, and others say the dealer viewed a video of the spill and reported no problem. The only mileage given is about 3,100 miles, and the splashing is described at ordinary gas stations, even with a slow fill rate.

   What to check: Ask the dealer whether a filler tube or fuel system service bulletin applies, and watch a test refuel to see whether fuel splashes back.

   2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records

   “I have 2 Jeep gladiators and both are gasoline powered. The problem is the fuel nozzle cannot go fully into the receptacle to add gas. This causes the fuel nozzle to not sense when to click/stop the fuel coming from the gas station pump when the tank and filler hose of the Jeep are full. The result is that gasoline splashes out of the refueling receptacle and then both onto me and also down the side of the bed of the Gladiator on the drivers side where the fuel refill receptacle is located. …”

   NHTSA complaint #11549445, filed 2023-10

   “Every single time I try to fill my gas tank, at any gas station, the gas pours out and shoots up fast out of the tank fill hole. I have even slowed down filling, and when I hear it getting close coming up the pipe, I let of the pump handle and it will still come up and splash out. I have 3100 miles on it, and it has done it every single time. I have to wipe gas off my fender and it splashes enough to run down on the ground every time. I think this is an immediate safety and environmental issue.”

   NHTSA complaint #11529869, filed 2023-07
5. 5
   Other or unknown

   Recall repair parts not yet available

   • 7 complaints (12%)
   • median 300 mi at 1.5 yrs old (1 states mileage, few)
   • filed 2023–2026

   Owners describe receiving recall notices but being told the repair parts were not yet available. Some say the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable time for the repair, and that the dealer and manufacturer both confirmed the parts were not available. Most say the vehicle has not yet failed, but a report with a check engine light says the vehicle was not repaired because parts were on backorder. The only mileage given is about 300 miles, and most of these complaints describe a recall notice before any failure.

   Recall 23V116000Recall 24V652000Recall 26V363000

   What to check: Check the VIN against the NHTSA recall lookup and ask the dealer whether parts are in stock for each open recall before buying. Ask for written confirmation of the parts status and the expected repair date.

   2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records

   “The contact owns a 2023 Jeep Gladiator. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V363000 (Steering); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.”

   NHTSA complaint #11746139, filed 2026-06

   “The contact owns a 2023 Jeep Gladiator. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V116000 (Power Train) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact had not experienced a failure. …”

   NHTSA complaint #11553827, filed 2023-11

Buying note. Someone considering a 2023 Jeep Gladiator should test drive it over bumps at highway speed to check for front-end shake, and ask for records of any steering or alignment work. Check the VIN against open recalls and ask the dealer whether repair parts are in stock before buying, and watch a test refuel for splashing.

Summary written with AI from a sample of 55 NHTSA complaints for this model year (picked at random, with complaints that state a mileage and recent ones taken first), then checked automatically against the source records. Where a problem shows a complaint count, every complaint for this model year was matched with fixed keyword rules (written with AI and tested against the sample), and the mileage, age and repair figures are calculated from those complaints; owners' figures are as stated, not verified. Other counts refer to the sample. The excerpts come from NHTSA's public complaint records and are unverified; capitalisation is normalised, NHTSA staff notes are removed, and shortened text ends with “…”. Something wrong? Request a correction.