2023 Jeep Gladiator Texas Trail
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- Photo: 2026 Jeep Gladiator Sport S in Mojito!, front left, 2026-05-03 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2021 Jeep Gladiator Mojave by Calreyn88, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Jeep Ducking by Nathandyer, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2026 Jeep Gladiator Sport S in Mojito!, rear left, 2026-05-03 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2022 Jeep Gladiator interior by deathpallie325, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
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 Type | Pickup |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $48,535 |
| MSRP with Destination | $50,330 |
| Destination Charge | $1,795 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 3.6L Pentastar V-6 DOHC, 60-degree, liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 3.6 L |
| Horsepower | 285 hp |
| Torque | 260 lb-ft |
| Redline | 6,600 rpm |
| Valvetrain | Chain-driven DOHC, 24 valves, hydraulic end-pivot roller rockers |
| Bore and Stroke | 96.0 x 83.0 |
| Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 |
| Injection Type | Sequential multiport electronic fuel injection, returnless |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | 4WD; Command-Trac NV241 part-time (Selec-Trac full-time optional) |
| Differential Type | 3rd gen Dana 44 open front and rear; Trac-Lok limited-slip rear available |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 850RE 8-speed automatic |
| 1st Gear | 4.71 (36 mph **) |
| 2nd Gear | 3.13 (54 mph **) |
| 3rd Gear | 2.1 (80 mph **) |
| 4th Gear | 1.67 (101 mph **) |
| 5th Gear | 1.28 (132 mph **) |
| 6th Gear | 1 (169 mph **) |
| 7th Gear | 0.84 (201 mph **) |
| 8th Gear | 0.67 (252 mph **) |
| Reverse | 3.3 |
| Final Drive | 3.73 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 17 MPG |
| Highway | 22 MPG |
| Combined | 19 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded, 87 octane (R+M)/2 |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Solid axle, link coil, leading arms, track bar, coil springs, stabilizer bar; gas-charged monotube MTV shocks |
| Rear Suspension | Solid axle, link coil, trailing arms, track bar, coil springs, stabilizer bar; gas-charged monotube MTV shocks |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Calipers | Twin-piston floating calipers; power-assisted ABS |
| Front Brake Disc | 12.9 x 1.1 in (330 x 28 mm) vented rotor |
| Rear Brake Disc | 13.6 x 0.86 in (345 x 22 mm) vented rotor |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 18 x 7.5-in. aluminum (Granite Crystal) |
| Wheels Rear | 18 x 7.5-in. aluminum (Granite Crystal) |
| Tires Front | 255/70R18 BSW (Bridgestone Dueler H/T 685) |
| Tires Rear | 255/70R18 BSW (Bridgestone Dueler H/T 685) |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 218 in |
| Width | 73.8 in |
| Height | 75 in |
| Wheelbase | 137.3 in |
| Front Track | 62.9 in |
| Rear Track | 62.9 in |
| Ground Clearance | 10 in |
| Approach Angle | 40.8° |
| Departure Angle | 25° |
| Cargo Volume | 35.5 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 4,742 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 42.8 in |
| Headroom Rear | 42.8 in |
| Legroom Front | 41.2 in |
| Legroom Rear | 38.3 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 55.7 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 55.7 in |
| Hip Room Front | 53.9 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 55.9 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | Not rated |
| Frontal crash | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | Not rated |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ (26.7 % risk) |
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
| Electrical System | 15 |
| Suspension | 12 |
| Steering | 10 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 8 |
| Power Train | 8 |
| Engine | 7 |
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.