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2023 Jeep Gladiator Texas Trail

The 2023 Jeep Gladiator Texas Trail is a 285-hp 3.6-liter with an 850re 8-speed automatic and four-wheel drive. It starts at $48,535 MSRP and is rated at 19 mpg combined.

It makes 285 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque, spinning to a 6,600 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 17 mpg city and 22 mpg highway (19 mpg combined).

The Gladiator measures 218.0 inches long on a 137.3-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,742 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypePickup
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$48,535
MSRP with Destination$50,330
Destination Charge$1,795
Engine
Engine Type3.6L Pentastar V-6 DOHC, 60-degree, liquid-cooled
Displacement3.6 L
Horsepower285 hp
Torque260 lb-ft
Redline6,600 rpm
ValvetrainChain-driven DOHC, 24 valves, hydraulic end-pivot roller rockers
Bore and Stroke96.0 x 83.0
Compression Ratio11.3:1
Injection TypeSequential multiport electronic fuel injection, returnless
Drivetrain
Drive Type4WD; Command-Trac NV241 part-time (Selec-Trac full-time optional)
Differential Type3rd gen Dana 44 open front and rear; Trac-Lok limited-slip rear available
Transmission
Transmission850RE 8-speed automatic
1st Gear4.71 (36 mph **)
2nd Gear3.13 (54 mph **)
3rd Gear2.1 (80 mph **)
4th Gear1.67 (101 mph **)
5th Gear1.28 (132 mph **)
6th Gear1 (169 mph **)
7th Gear0.84 (201 mph **)
8th Gear0.67 (252 mph **)
Reverse3.3
Final Drive3.73
Fuel Economy
City17 MPG
Highway22 MPG
Combined19 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular unleaded, 87 octane (R+M)/2
Suspension
Front SuspensionSolid axle, link coil, leading arms, track bar, coil springs, stabilizer bar; gas-charged monotube MTV shocks
Rear SuspensionSolid axle, link coil, trailing arms, track bar, coil springs, stabilizer bar; gas-charged monotube MTV shocks
Brakes
Front Brake CalipersTwin-piston floating calipers; power-assisted ABS
Front Brake Disc12.9 x 1.1 in (330 x 28 mm) vented rotor
Rear Brake Disc13.6 x 0.86 in (345 x 22 mm) vented rotor
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front18 x 7.5-in. aluminum (Granite Crystal)
Wheels Rear18 x 7.5-in. aluminum (Granite Crystal)
Tires Front255/70R18 BSW (Bridgestone Dueler H/T 685)
Tires Rear255/70R18 BSW (Bridgestone Dueler H/T 685)
Dimensions & Weight
Length218 in
Width73.8 in
Height75 in
Wheelbase137.3 in
Front Track62.9 in
Rear Track62.9 in
Ground Clearance10 in
Approach Angle40.8°
Departure Angle25°
Cargo Volume35.5 ft³
Curb Weight4,742 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front42.8 in
Headroom Rear42.8 in
Legroom Front41.2 in
Legroom Rear38.3 in
Shoulder Room Front55.7 in
Shoulder Room Rear55.7 in
Hip Room Front53.9 in
Hip Room Rear55.9 in
** Theoretical max speed per gear at redline

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall Not rated
Frontal crash ★★★★★
Side crash Not rated
Rollover ★★★★★ (26.7 % risk)
Tested variant: 2023 Jeep Gladiator PU/CC 4WD

Recalls

6 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2023 Jeep GLADIATOR. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Jun 4, 2026 · STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:PUMP Park outside

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.

Consequence: A vehicle fire increases the risk of injury.

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.

NHTSA campaign 26V363000

Sep 5, 2024 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Jeep Gladiator and 2018-2024 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The instrument panel cluster may experience an internal short circuit and fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Controls and Displays."

Consequence: An instrument panel that fails to display critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the instrument panel cluster, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed between October 3, 2024, and January 23, 2025. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 30B.

NHTSA campaign 24V652000

Mar 14, 2024 · AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER CLOCKSPRING/SPIRAL CASSETTE

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (Stellantis) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Ram 1500, Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Wagoneer, Jeep Grand Wagoneer, Chrysler Pacifica, Ram 3500, Ram 3500 cab chassis, Ram 2500, Ram 4500 cab chassis, Ram 5500 cab chassis, 2023 Jeep Gladiator, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, Ram 3500 Cab Chassis with a GVWR less than 10,000 lbs., and Chrysler Voyager vehicles. The steering column control module may not be welded properly, which can prevent the driver's air bag from deploying in a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Consequence: An air bag that does not deploy in a crash can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the steering column control module, as necessary free of charge. Some owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2024 through June 20, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's numbers for this recall are 14B, 33B, 34B, 35B, 36B.

NHTSA campaign 24V199000

Sep 18, 2023 · POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION

Chrysler (FCA US), LLC is recalling certain 2022-2023 Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator vehicles equipped with a manual transmission. The rearview camera may fail to display the rearview image and the reverse lights may not illuminate when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 111, "Rear Visibility" and 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Consequence: A disabled rearview image can decrease the driver's visibility of the rear view, and disabled reverse lights may not alert others that the vehicle is reversing, increasing the risk of injury or crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the gear position sensor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 16, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 92A.

NHTSA campaign 23V641000

Apr 13, 2023 · FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Jeep Wrangler, Gladiator, and 2022-2023 Ram 1500 vehicles equipped with a 3.0L diesel engine. The high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) may fail.

Consequence: Fuel pump failure can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the HPFP and replace additional fuel system components, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 17, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 01A.

NHTSA campaign 23V263000

Feb 23, 2023 · POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2023 Jeep Wrangler, and 2020-2023 Jeep Gladiator vehicles equipped with manual transmissions. The clutch pressure plate may overheat and fracture.

Consequence: Overheated clutch components may increase the risk of a fire. Additionally, damage to other nearby components can result in debris falling onto the road or a loss of drive, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the clutch assembly and update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed from November 16, 2023 through July 25, 2024. Owners may contact (FCA US, LLC) customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is 19A. This recall expands and replaces previous recall 21V-028. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 21V-028 will need to have the new remedy completed.

NHTSA campaign 23V116000

57 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2023 Jeep GLADIATOR

Owner Complaints

57 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2023 Jeep GLADIATOR (3 a fire). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Electrical System15
Suspension12
Steering10
Fuel/Propulsion System8
Power Train8
Engine7
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Oct 6, 2026 · Unknown Or Other
“The interior driver's side door latch lever is experiencing extreme delamination. The "liquid chrome" silver coating has cracked and peeled away from the plastic lever. This has created a razor-sharp…”
Sep 11, 2026 · Electrical System, Visibility/Wiper
“I believe it is the blend door actuator, the heat when on defrost automatically switched between hot to ice cold which fogs up windows and causes other issues. Brought the vehicle in for for the…”
Jun 24, 2026 · Power Train
“The vehicle does not have linerar acceperation. At times from a start, cold or warn engine, the vehicle will abruptly accelerate harder than the gas pedal was pressed. at light throttle, the vehicle…”
Jun 24, 2026 · Fuel/Propulsion System
“while completly filling the vehicle with gasoline, fuel sprays out of teh filler neck onto the vehicle and ground. This has happened many times, at reputible gas stations (Costco, Sams, walmart, Loaf…”
Jun 24, 2026 · Service Brakes
“Parking brake would not hold vehicle on hill. When the handle was released, a metalic clinking noise was heard. Castle rock jeep dealership said all was fine. Upon my inspection, I found the parking…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2023 JEEP GLADIATOR. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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