The vehicle starts with the front suspension moving uncontrollably from side to side and yanks your steering out of control ( death wobble) did it 6 times to the point that I can not trust the vehicle because it goes out of steering control both front tires move uncontrollably side to side like if both where flat and yanks you side to side takes you out of road
2020 Jeep Gladiator steering problems
moderate 181 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $700 · see steering across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
181
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$700
2crashes
When does it fail?
Of the 181 steering complaints filed for the 2020 Jeep Gladiator, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 0-25,000 mi.
0-25k
25-50k
50-75k
75-100k
100-125k
125-150k
150k+
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
Of the 5 model years of Jeep Gladiator we track for steering problems, this one carries the most owner complaints on file — 181.
Steering accounts for 38% of every owner complaint on file for this vehicle — the dominant problem area across 9 categories tracked.
What owners are reporting 5 most recent
My gladiator steering is not able to track straight. And there is constant play at all speeds. It has been to the dealer 3 times for repair and dealer has been unsuccessful at fixing steering play. My truck was out of alignment from the day I purchased it, Chrysler escalated my case and then a notice saying my case has been closed. And there is no resolve for my steering issue.my next step is to…
While driving at highway speed, approximately 60 MPH, went over a rough surface on the road and the gladiator starter shaking as if I had had a blow-out. Once I slowed down it stabilized. However, it is a safety issue as it has already happened twice in a high traffic area. Upon researching on the internet, I've come to learn that it is a very common problem called "death wobble" that happens…
The steering feel is very lose. The truck has the feeling like it wanders in the lane and always needs steering correction to keep it going straight. None of my other cars have ever driven like this including my past jeeps. This mainly happens at highway speeds.
While driving approximately 45mph on a 2 lane road, my steering wheel became stuck or frozen in its position. I was unable to course correct, and ended up braking into the median. I never lost engine power, or power steering. The wheel was simply locked, stuck, or frozen. Once stopped, I tried the wheel again, and it worked. I've since taken the vehicle to Jeep, and they are attempting repair.
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Common questions
How serious is the steering problem on the 2020 Jeep Gladiator?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 181 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $700 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the steering typically fail?
Across the 48 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most steering failures cluster between 2,000 and 11,000 miles, with the median around 5,000. A quarter of owners report trouble before 2,000; a quarter make it past 11,000. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $700 for steering repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to steering?
No active recalls currently cover steering issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2020/Jeep/Gladiator.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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