Ford Ranger vs Jeep Gladiator
For 2019–2022 models, the Ford Ranger has 16.1 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.
Ford Ranger
16.1 complaints per 10,000 sold
48% fewer than the Jeep Gladiator
- Complaints
- 542
- Sold
- 336,798
- Recall campaigns
- 17
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 2
Fewest: 2020–2022. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Airbags, seatbelts and restraints
Typically around 82,250 mi
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Body and panel corrosion
Typically around 104,604 mi
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Subframe, cradle and frame corrosion
Typically around 110,000 mi
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Harsh, delayed or erratic shifting
Typically around 72,675 mi
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Wiring harness, grounds and connectors
Typically around 85,500 mi
Jeep Gladiator
31.1 complaints per 10,000 sold
1.9× the Ford Ranger’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
Common questions
Which has fewer problems, the Ford Ranger or the Jeep Gladiator?
For 2019–2022 models, the Ford Ranger has 16.1 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 Ford Ranger?
The most-reported problem on the Ford Ranger is airbags, seatbelts and restraints, typically around 82,250 miles.
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.
Which Ford Ranger and Jeep Gladiator 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.