2021 Ford F-150 vs 2021 Jeep Gladiator
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 21, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2021 Ford F-150 | 2021 Jeep Gladiator |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,009 | 290 |
| Recall campaigns | 29 | 8 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 637 | 697 |
| Investigations | 1 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 13 | 7 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–25 | 19 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 48,000 mi | 25,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford F-150 | Jeep Gladiator |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 314 | 70 |
| Electrical System | 128 | 45 |
| Engine | 82 | 53 |
| Steering | 41 | 94 |
| Exterior Lighting | 109 | 13 |
| Visibility | 78 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 50 | 20 |
| Service Brakes | 53 | 16 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 60 | 18 |
| Hesitation / surging | 39 | 11 |
| Shifting problems | 36 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 34 | 19 |
| Clunking / rattling | 31 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 25 | 55 |
| Check engine light | 19 | 8 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 8 | 0 |
2021 Ford F-150
2021 Jeep Gladiator
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.