Jeep Gladiator vs Nissan Frontier
For 2019–2022 models, the Nissan Frontier has 6.7 owner complaints per 10,000 sold, against 31.1 for the Jeep Gladiator. Below: what each one’s owners report most, when it shows up, and what it costs to fix.
Both rates cover the same model years (2019–2022), counting each complaint once and dividing by US sales, so the more popular vehicle isn’t penalized for being popular. Years too new to judge are left out. How this is calculated.
Jeep Gladiator
31.1 complaints per 10,000 sold
4.6× the Nissan Frontier’s rate
- Complaints
- 887
- Sold
- 285,146
- Recall campaigns
- 15
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 3
Most complaints: 2020. Fewest: 2019 and 2022. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Body control and other modules
Typically around 51,500 mi
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Tie rods, linkage, shaft and column
Typically around 500 mi · repair $270–$510
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Shocks and struts
Typically around 28,230 mi · repair $280–$1,440
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Wiring harness, grounds and connectors
Typically around 35,000 mi
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Control arms, ball joints and bushings
Typically around 8,000 mi · repair $230–$700
Nissan Frontier
6.7 complaints per 10,000 sold
78% fewer than the Jeep Gladiator
- Complaints
- 178
- Sold
- 264,068
- Recall campaigns
- 7
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 1
Fewest: 2019–2021. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Fuel pump and sending unit
Typically around 64,450 mi · repair $630–$1,700
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Transmission cooler and fluid overheating
Typically around 104,500 mi · repair $200–$600
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Harsh, delayed or erratic shifting
Typically around 100,005 mi
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Airbags, seatbelts and restraints
Typically around 74,000 mi
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Cooling system: radiator, water pump, thermostat, fan
Typically around 102,000 mi · repair $260–$1,910
Common questions
Which has fewer problems, the Jeep Gladiator or the Nissan Frontier?
For 2019–2022 models, the Nissan Frontier has 6.7 owner complaints per 10,000 sold and the Jeep Gladiator has 31.1, counting the same model years for both.
What is the most common problem on the Jeep Gladiator?
The most-reported problem on the Jeep Gladiator is body control and other modules, typically around 51,500 miles.
What is the most common problem on the Nissan Frontier?
The most-reported problem on the Nissan Frontier is fuel pump and sending unit, typically around 64,450 miles; the repair typically runs $630–$1,700.
Which Jeep Gladiator and Nissan Frontier years have the most complaints?
Relative to each vehicle's typical year: Jeep Gladiator: 2020.
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, recalls and investigations; US sales from public industry figures; repair costs from book labor hours and parts pricing at national rates. Complaints are self-reported and not independently verified. Problem lists cover each vehicle’s full history. This is not a recommendation to buy or avoid either vehicle.