2021 Jeep Gladiator: Price, Value & Reliability
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As of Nov 7, 2026, a used 2021 Jeep Gladiator lists for a median $29,588 (middle half $26,912–$32,862) at 59,991 mi, across 2,476 dealer listings. That's 44.1% below today's median new Gladiator price. Reliability: avoid in our NHTSA complaint analysis. NHTSA lists 8 recall campaigns covering the 2021.
Used 2021 Gladiator for sale
| Trim | Listings |
|---|---|
| Rubicon | 588 |
| Mojave | 459 |
| Overland | 346 |
| WILLYS | 319 |
| Sport S | 295 |
| High Altitude | 148 |
| Sport | 94 |
| 80TH | 75 |
| WILLYS SPORT | 54 |
| Freedom | 42 |
| Texas Trail | 28 |
| California Edition | 22 |
| Willys | 4 |
| Sport 80th Anniversary | 2 |
| State | Listings |
|---|---|
| Texas | 242 |
| Florida | 189 |
| Ohio | 134 |
| California | 106 |
| North Carolina | 106 |
| Georgia | 98 |
| Pennsylvania | 88 |
| Tennessee | 84 |
| Illinois | 83 |
| Indiana | 74 |
2021 Gladiator reliability and recalls
Verdict: Avoid — compared with the Gladiator's other model years on severity-weighted NHTSA complaints.
| Component | Campaign | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Steering (park-it warning) | 26V363000 | Jun 4, 2026 |
| Electrical system | 24V652000 | Sep 5, 2024 |
| Powertrain / transmission | 24V572000 | Aug 1, 2024 |
| Fuel system | 23V263000 | Apr 13, 2023 |
| Powertrain / transmission | 23V116000 | Feb 23, 2023 |
| Engine | 22V767000 | Oct 13, 2022 |
| Backup camera / back-over prevention | 22V638000 | Aug 25, 2022 |
| Powertrain / transmission | 21V028000 | Jan 28, 2021 |
Check whether a specific car's recalls were completed by running its VIN.
2021 Gladiator value vs new
At 5 years old, the 2021 lists 44.1% below today's median new Gladiator price of $53,433 (2026).
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2021 Jeep Gladiator FAQ
How much is a used 2021 Gladiator worth?
The median asking price is $29,588, with the middle half between $26,912 and $32,862, at a median 59,991 mi (2,476 listings).
Is the 2021 Gladiator reliable?
No — the 2021 is on our years-to-avoid list for the Gladiator, based on severity-weighted NHTSA complaints against the model's other years.
Does the 2021 Gladiator have recalls?
NHTSA lists 8 recall campaigns that cover the 2021 Gladiator, most recently steering (Jun 4, 2026). Check a specific car by VIN to see whether they were completed.