One-Year Owner's Review - Jeep Gladiator Mojave
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 14 ก.ค. 2024
- After owning my 2021 Jeep Gladiator Mojave for a little over a year now, it was time to do my one-year review. Unfortunately, it has been in the shop quite a bit, which is why I didn't make this video closer to my one year anniversary of owning it.
In this video I discuss why I chose the Mojave over the other trims, what came with my truck from the factory, what I like about daily driving my Mojave, off-road capability, what are some of the issues I've had with it, and my overall thoughts.
Thank you for watching :)
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Chapters
00:00 - Introduction
01:27 - Setting the Scene
05:19 - Why the Mojave
09:46 - Factory Installed Features
13:10 - Daily Driving Benefits
18:10 - Off-Roading Benefits
24:19 - Things that Have Broken
27:40 - Serious Engine Casualty
31:05 - Overall Thoughts
33:17 - Outro
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I have a 22 Mojave. 55k miles. Not one issue. I love it.
That's what I'm hoping for with my new engine
I owned a 2021 Rubicon and beat it hard off-road. I now have a 2024 Rubicon and it’s been flawless as well. Several of my friends have Jeep JL and JT’s without a single problem. It really is an amazing vehicle!
I hope my new engine is just like that now too!
Yea rubicon is the trim to get!
I have a ‘21 Mojave that I purchased brand new, I now have 27,000 miles on it. The only issue I’ve had with it is the small aux battery went dead in just over a year. I replaced the whole battery system with a Genesis dual battery system, which has been amazing. I have replaced my oil filter with the Baxter oil filter adapter as a preventative maintenance thing.
The Gladiator, for me, has been a workhorse and a pleasure to daily drive!
I'm looking at the dual battery option too.
Thank you for your honest and objective review. Very helpful.
Thank you 😊
Yeah I have a 2021 Mojave, and that truck is great. Best riding truck I have owned. I have a 392 Wrangler and it rides rough, as it doesn't have as log wheelbase as the Gladiator. The Gladiator Mojave version I think enhances the on road characteristics. More heavy duty springs on a Mojave and stiffer Fox shocks and this thing does not lean into a curve,! It takes them nice and flat. I have Nitto road terrains on it which are 10 ply which cuts down on lean also and they are super quiet.(I still have my Falcons and they are great for winter) They are quiet ! If it's a road trip we take the Gladiator! The 392 stays at home. I have had ours 3years paid off, and it's great. I have the Mopar headliner and its quiet. The bluetooth speaker is cool also! The Gladiator would be super perfect if it had a 5.7 Hemi. Thats the only think Jeep missed on this thing. Other than that it's great. It's easy to service, oil changes are super easy and quick. I am Keeping mine ! Great video! best regards, chuck
I'll have to give the headliner and Nittos a try, ty!!!
Love my gladiator Rubicon, went on a 600 mile round trip with my wife and my 2 dogs to the ocean, and drove on the beach it’s been great, also the 3.6 is a great motor I had it in my ram rebel, never had a issue. Thanks for your review
Thank you 😊
I have a '21 Gladiator Sport S for just over two years and 34K miles. Love it, no problems except the 3rd brake light on the tailgate went out a month or so ago and was replaced under warranty. Otherwise it has been smooth sailing with no problems or issues, just love it.
I appreciate that. When I hear comments like this one, it definitely help me with my confidence toward mine because it is an awesome Jeep!
Nice video and nice gladiator. I've had the same issue with the power loss while running on the beach sometimes in deep sand and found out that if i turn off the traction control then i have plenty of power with no bogging or hesitation. good luck man
Thank you and I'll give it a try!
I'm planning to buy a gladiator mojave.. with all bad reviews, how bad jeep are.. I drove one for a month. I love it.. thanks for your honest reviews.
No problem and thank you 😊
I have a ‘21 Gladiator Sport S with 40,000 miles and have not had any problems at all.
Hopefully I won't have anymore now also.
Thanks for taking the time to do this review. Where did you get the orange/bronze roof latches and control bezels? BTW, my Mojave has been BULLETPROOF!!! I would by another one without a doubt.
Thank you, and I got them from Amazon. Yeah, I'm really hoping my Mojave is like yours and many others too. Unsure how the previous owner took care of mine, but I've been doing pristine maintenance ensuring I'm doing my part.
With regards to the engine dry start issue - I've used Lucas Oil Stabilizer with great results in other cars. Especially saved an engine rebuild when the head gasket in our '87 LandCruiser blew its head gasket (dad overheated it). All it needed was a new gasket but everything else checked out and was otherwise undamaged. Currently using the one for synthetic oil in my ES350 that wifey would idle for 30 minutes daily with the a/c on in the midday south florida sun (also with no noticeable wear or additional coolant usage or oil burning). Yes, I'm thankful she currently works from home (she's amazing but not the best when it comes to taking care of the car).
I appreciate the feedback, thank you!
Just watched your video. Great information. I also have a 2021 Gladiator Mojave and was interested in the molle rack you have overhead between the freedom panels. Thanks!
Thank you :)
3 things:
Great video!
Sucks to be afraid of the reliability
I made them give me a 7 year Mopar warranty when I bought mine for this reason!
Thank you 😊 and great idea on the warranty!
I own a 2021 Mojave Gladiator. Just under 60,000 miles on it. No problems. Zero. Love it!
But, I don't put it into AWD and Off Road Plus to pass cars. I use the AWD full time 4wd option on the transfer case in the snow, not on the clean paved street.
Good video. Thank you.
Thank you! Yeah, I use 4H AUTO normally during inclement weather too.
I’ve owned 14 jeeps and recently a jeep 392, but I purchased a gladiator Rubicon because they had them on sale almost $15,000 off sticker price, I am mediately built the jeep lift kit tires wheels and all the high-end goodies etc. and I must say I really like the gladiator, it is so useful it tows an off-road trailer excellent and handles much better than the on winding roads, the bed is so useful I do a lot of off roading I go somewhere deep in the back country more than a few times a month, the vehicle is totally affordable super easy to work on and I do feel pretty reliable as I felt that way with all my jeeps I’ve had a little issues but nothing major, it’s just a good very useful off-road capable fun to drive vehicle and when you put a lift on the gladiator there’s nothing on the market that looks like them they are so cool looking👍
I'm finishing up with my Top 10 video and I go into similar discussions on what a great base the Gladiator is to start with that gives you great on & off road handling.
had it a year and its still stock proud of ya lol
I know right!!! Lol
lol, getting rhown around in the cab - I cant beleive how smooth this is.
Try the same stretch in anything stock, and you'll know what I mean. When you get airborne, it's not going to be freeway driving.
I have a 2021 mohave love it. At 9000 miles I experienced the same issue as you engine with spun rod bearings. I had a long block as well took about 45 days a little better than your experience. Now have 11k miles so far so good. The dealer said it must have been a Friday motor lol .
Lol yeah, I definitely hope I don't have anymore problems, it's a great vehicle.
I have a question because I also thought about getting that filter conversion. What does that do to the factory warranty?
You'd have to check with the dealer, but I'm assuming void it. This is why I'm waiting until the warranty expires on my new engine.
I think if you pull the head rest forward it will then flip back and allow you to gradually click it forward
I will absolutely give it a try today, than you!
Definitely an honest review, although not a rave review for the Galdiator. The engine issues just a gladiator issue or wrangler as well?
Any 3.6 Pentastar has the potential. Most don't have the issue, but unfortunately, it's more common than it should be, IMHO.
What do you think about the "dual battery" set up? Would you ever think about (or recommend?) changing it out for one of the after market conversion kits that uses 2 'regular' sized batteries??
Good question. I think if you're overlanding or running lots of accessories, probably a good idea after your warranty expires. I've been fortunate that I haven't had any battery issues yet, so nothing pushing me towards the dual battery. However, I do feel like I will when my new engine warranty expires.
Watch the aux battery delete videos. Not just the ones where they pull a fuse and move one wire. The ones where they actually remove the aux battery, tape up the negative and move the aux positive wire to the positive main. Costs nothing, and should take less than an hour to do.
I got the genesis dual battery they’re two smaller marine batteries much better than regular batteries. One battery controls the crank the other powers everything else if for instance you run a battery down there’s a red button between the battery press it and one battery jumps the other but you can also add a switch to your A pillar and jump yourself without getting out the jeep no need looking for someone to get a jump.
Waiting for Jeep to address the clutch assembly recall for my 2021 Jeep Wrangler Sahara
I agree about the emotional connection to the vehicle and it's ashame that corporate is doing the least. 😮
Concur!
A friend purchased a quilted pillow that also resolved the head rest issue
Glad I'm not the only one who thought oem design was in need of some customization.
Great video. What molle ovehead panel is that?
Thank you and it's from FabTech
I am planning on getting a Gladiator in the next few months. What year is yours? Is there any year I should avoid?
Mine is a 2021 and the engine problems are specific to the 3.6L. As far as ones to avoid, personally I think they're all great options.... again, I'm a Jeep enthusiast. If you're going to mod-it out quickly, then a Sport is probably the best way to go because you'll replace most items. However, if you want to keep it stock for a while, then select the trim level you feel best suites your driving style. I'm not too much of a fan of having the antenna in the windshield on the new ones because the windows will catch rocks and crack. All my windshield hits were on the freeway. Otherwise, I'm a big fan of the platform. If I were to do it again, I would get the extended warranty straight from Jeep.
@@PlanItSendIt awesome thanks for the advice. I’m currently debating on Rubicon or Mojave Gladiator. Leaning towards Rubicon but the more comfortable drive of Mojave keeps bringing me back to thinking on it.
I have a 20', I will not buy another one until Jeep steps up the power. The competition is al;ready there with the ranger raptor for the mid 50 price tag. Jeep has the powerplant available, they just need to use it.
That's exactly where I'm at. 392 would be perfect because I prefer naturally aspirated, but I would definitely heavily consider a hurricane too.
2022 Mojave owner and no issues yet. Jeep and Mopar quality in general, imho, has been dragged down by Fiat. I've heard the pentastar v-6 cannibalizes the camshaft at about 150,000 mi but I'm not sure how true that is. I am just over two years of ownership and have just over 50,000 miles on my Gladiator and so far I love it.
Yeah, it's hit or miss from what I've seen with others in my Jeep club. Some have zero issues, where others had issues before me. I'm doing my best to take care of it since I don't know what the previous owner did. Hopefully, I'm able to go beyond 100k myself now.
@@PlanItSendIt Hey just wondering about your power loss going uphill in the sand you mentioned in the vid. were you switched over to manual with traction control off? off road plus will change shift points but, WILL still shift. I'm thinking you might be losing power due to up- shifting by the transmission. in the sand, I pretty much stay in manual unless on a flat straight-away. I had that happen at Pismo once in my Wrangler but realized I still had traction control on. turned it off and walah!, no issues after that.
Owned 2 4Runner's in the past
Currently driving a 21 Wrangler Sahara Unlimited, manual transmission
Absolute, culture shock- different vehicle, different ride, different experience.
I'm equally satisfied with the quality and ride of this rugged Jeep. Daily driver and it's my whipping boy. The Jeep excels- and I'm a Toyota guy.
Go figure 😊
That's funny that you said you have a love hate relationship with your Jeep. I feel the same way about my Harley. Awesome bike. Cool to ride around on. Just not reliable. Put it this way, If Harley (Jeep) made a plane I wouldn't fly in it.
Lol that's funny!
Thank you so much ❤
Thank you 😊
I think a lot of people will like this video. its really unfortunate all the issue you have had with it
Thank you 😊 and I agree, it's unfortunate.
I have a dealer nearby who has a ton of "buyback" gladiators for sale. I'd never buy one but clearly these vehicles are having massive issues
Thank you for the feedback. That's unfortunate because they are great looking trucks with so much potential.
I own jeep gladiator 2021 . I love this rigg!I don’t have any problems with it! I love rock crawling extra
It's a Great platform!!!
El muerto algo bien jajajaja 😂😂
Gracias
People don't make bashing vehicle videos about cars that they own because it ruins the resale value. How can you sell something for top dollar when you know you hated it?😅😂
Why do you think Ferrari and Tesla always sue their owners? lol
I guess if resale was an option in my head, that would make sense. I view it more as keeping it unless I lemon law it where resale is irrelevant.
@@PlanItSendIt I just have to thank you for being honest
Be glad this isn’t a Toyota tundra you’re driving. Toyota won’t put a whole new crate motor in for all their main bearing issues. They’re making the dealers repair them and they’re all a mixed bag of problems. This shows actually on the plus side that jeep stands behind their vehicles.makes me want to buy a jeep instead of a Toyota.
That's great feedback, thank you 😊
Best thing jeep had going for it was the lifetime Chrysler care warranty you could buy
They got rid of it and I’m not getting another jeep vehicle
Someone recommended negotiating a 7 year warranty for no charge I'll definitely do next time. Figure I'll just drop my stack of invoices and be like, "deal or no deal."
@@PlanItSendIt
If you can pull it off, good!
I just know I have two jeeps (renegade and wrangler) both under life time Chrysler care warranties. Never getting rid of either
Talking like Donald Trump
Thank you
Love the honesty but I feel Jeep owners are delusional. Everyone knows Stelantis products are subpar. I work with someone with Gladiator one week with many issues. Rear camera failure week one and check engine week 2. Dealership had her car many weeks
You sound like the car rental shuttle driver Jeep sent me with... the driver said they always hear about reliability issues with everyone they pickup from Jeep/Ram/etc.
You’re kidding about at the light with a Tesla right?!! Hahahah lol. I own a wrangler JLUR and I own a JTRubicon, both with the 3.6l, and I wouldn’t even think about trying to pull against a Tesla, any Tesla! Lol hahaha. Unless you got the 392, don’t even think about it, lol! Even with 392, not gonna pull against a Tesla, but at least you’ll see its taillight, haha!
I'm not joking. Definitely can't take one with twin motors, but if they think it's going to be easy when I have it in off-road plus, if they half-ass the start, I'll surprise them 💯. I can get to 45 with the tune and quick shifting pretty quick... I will lose eventually.