2021 Ford Ranger vs 2021 Jeep Gladiator
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 22, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2021 Ford Ranger | 2021 Jeep Gladiator |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 114 | 290 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 8 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 113 | 697 |
| Investigations | 0 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 7 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–23 | 19 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 36,300 mi | 25,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Ranger | Jeep Gladiator |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 57 | 70 |
| Steering | 2 | 94 |
| Engine | 12 | 53 |
| Electrical System | 8 | 45 |
| Suspension | 2 | 41 |
| Service Brakes | 14 | 16 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 7 | 20 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 8 | 14 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Hesitation / surging | 14 | 11 |
| Shifting problems | 11 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 8 | 55 |
| Stalling | 7 | 18 |
| Loss of power | 6 | 19 |
| Check engine light | 6 | 8 |
| Clunking / rattling | 6 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 7 |
2021 Ford Ranger
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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.