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2022 Jeep Gladiator

The 2022 Jeep Gladiator earns a weak Throttlebook Ownership Score of 50/100. Expect about $51,648 to own it for five years, or $861 a month. NHTSA lists 8 recall campaigns that may apply, so check the exact VIN at nhtsa.gov before you buy. Owners have filed 121 complaints.

Recalls
8
Complaints
121
5-yr cost
$52k
MPG (EPA)
19
0
Weak
Ownership Score

2022 Jeep Gladiator vs nearby years

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8 recalls may apply

For the 2022 Jeep Gladiator. NHTSA matches recalls by model and year — confirm by VIN.

Park-it warning
  • What's wrong: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Jeep Gladiator vehicles. The transmission parking wheel may not properly engage with the parking mechanism.

    Risk: A malfunctioning parking mechanism may result in the loss of the 'park' position, including vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Fix: Dealers will replace the transmission, free of charge. Entire US population are unsold units and will be repaired before they can be sold. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA, LLC's number for this recall is Z84.

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5-year cost to own

Estimated $25,250 price, 20% down, 11.19% APR for 60 months (Experian avg.), 12,000 mi/yr.

$51,648
$861/month · $0.86/mile
Depreciation$7,707
Insurance (national avg.)$12,750
Fuel / charging$10,580
Maintenance$7,750
Repairs$3,400
Loan interest$6,846
Taxes & fees$2,615

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Owner complaints & safety

What real owners reported to NHTSA for this model year.

121 complaints5 involved a crash13 involved a fire
  • Steering37
  • Electrical System32
  • Power Train21
  • Engine20
  • Suspension19
  • Fuel/Propulsion System8

Complaint counts scale with how many were sold; compare against similar models.

NHTSA crash-test stars
Overall
Not rated
Frontal
Not rated
Side
Not rated
Rollover
Not rated

What to check on a used 2022 Jeep Gladiator

Ordered by what owners of this model year reported most. Reports are not proof of a defect.

  • Engine and transmission
    • Cold start: listen for knocking, ticking or rough running.
    • Shifts should be smooth with no slipping or jerking.
  • Steering
    • Does the car drift or pull on a straight road?
    • Turn the wheel lock to lock and listen for clunks or whines.
  • Electrical and lights
    • Test every window, lock, light and wiper.
    • Watch for warning lights that stay on after start-up.

If anything in a safety area feels wrong (brakes, steering, airbags, tires), stop driving and get it inspected before you buy or drive it further. Paste a VIN above for the full printable checklist.

Common 2022 Jeep Gladiator problems

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FAQ

Is the 2022 Jeep Gladiator a good car to buy?
The 2022 Jeep Gladiator earns a weak Throttlebook Ownership Score of 50/100. Expect about $51,648 to own it for five years, or $861 a month. NHTSA lists 8 recall campaigns that may apply, so check the exact VIN at nhtsa.gov before you buy. Owners have filed 121 complaints.
Does the 2022 Jeep Gladiator have recalls?
NHTSA lists 8 recall campaigns for the 2022 Jeep Gladiator, including Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Internal › Park Pawl; Power Train › Clutch Assembly; Power Train › Manual Transmission. Recalls are matched by model year, so check your exact VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
What are the most common 2022 Jeep Gladiator problems?
Owners filed 121 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are steering (37), electrical system (32), power train (21), engine (20).
How much does a 2022 Jeep Gladiator cost to own for 5 years?
About $51,648 over 5 years ($861/month) at an estimated $25,250 purchase price and 12,000 miles a year, including depreciation, insurance, fuel, maintenance, repairs, loan interest and taxes. Run a VIN report to personalize it.

Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and NCAP ratings; EPA fueleconomy.gov. Data refreshed weekly. Complaint counts scale with sales volume.