Is Jeep Really Junk? Wrangler And Gladiator Reliability In 2024

[@John-yf4ie]

This is my 10th Jeep since buying my 2021 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon new in early 2021. I've taken it from Maryland to New York and back down tru PA in the worst weather. Not once did I ever need 4WD. Fuel mileage in the city 16.5 and 22.6 on the highway. The only problem I've had was 2 weeks ago. the AUX battery gave up at 5:30 in the morning. I attached my pocket jump starter and it started up. I picked up both batteries at Advance Auto and installed them in about 2 hrs. We also own a new 2021 Jeep Grand cherokee Trailhawk and neither have any issues. Change the oil and filter every 5,000 with Pennsoil Platinum and rotate the tires and thats it. We wouldn't own anything but a Jeep!! We do our own service and give them a good wash every week. Keep up your great video's John

[@Jason-Samko]

Love hearing this. And honestly it's the same I hear from every single jeep owner. I have owned 4 wranglers and a gladiator as well. Only issue was a tj cracked exhaust manifold at 225k miles. 200 bucks to repair! Love jeeps

[@gordie2377]

I just bought a brand new 2024 Wrangler Rubicon a month ago, for over $50K. With only 1500 miles on it, it's now sitting at the dealer w/transmission problems, a manual transmission no less. In the meantime, I've got a $700 car rental bill, and until a Jeep Rep recognizes the issue and approves the repair, I can't get a loaner vehicle, nor have them cover my present rental bill. Then I've got to worry about the repair itself, and will they repair it? 😡 Also too, I've had too many bad experiences when it comes to dealer mechanics doing soddy work, like in leaving bolts, hoses, etc. off. Every time I bring my vehicle in for any kind of service work, I inspect and check everything, including the oil level and such after which. They've either overfilled or underfilled my engine oil in the past. Case in point, I use to own a 2018 JL, and when the model came out in 2018, they changed the oil capacity of the 3.6L V6 from 6 quarts to around 5. The dealership I went to for an oil change uses some kind of a computerized oil fill system, and the software apparently wasn't upgraded for the new JL models, and so they were overfilling the engine w/a quart of extra oil. Checking the oil level I could easily see that it was overfilled. What an argument I had w/the service manager about it, w/him saying not to worry about it. I was able to get him to drain the oil and only put 5 quarts in. Sure, enough it was at the full line. Jeep finally sent out a specification update on the engine for the owner's manual, to me no less, and not the dealer at the time, and sure enough, I was right. I bought the notice in to the service manager to show him. Apparently, he hadn't received anything as of yet at the time.

[@ksorsomeplace]

For pure simplicity, the price is anything but. It's an expensive vehicle. That was my road block. I had looked a buying a 2020 Willy's, but the price stopped me.

[@Jason-Samko]

Stellantis is very greedy. Luckily the dealers need to move them and deals are there to be had.

[@austinatomTV]

Found a 2024 for $41k.

[@marytorbert5212]

My daughter just bought her used Gladiator in excellent condition. She saved for years to be able to afford this. I’m so happy for her. She absolutely loves it.

[@Jason-Samko]

Outstanding

[@marytorbert5212]

@@Jason-Samko Thank you!

[@KevinSmith-wr1sy]

Jason I've got 1 Jeep Wrangler and now shopping for a second one and your videos are a big reason why!

[@Jason-Samko]

Love that you are loving the content and enjoying your jeeps!

[@ericg9092]

This is a great video that I needed to see. I've been looking at Wranglers and Gladiators, and I think I'm about to start negotiating on a Texas Trail Gladiator. I appreciate your insight!

[@piazza0099]

I own a Jeep Wrangler Rubicon here in Germany and I absolutely love it! no matter what they say!!!

[@Jason-Samko]

@@piazza0099 amazing vehicle

[@scanadaze]

My 2004 just turned over to 184,000 miles. Again. 4.0l straight 6. I am like you. So proud.

[@Jason-Samko]

Loved the 4.0!

[@thesixgunfighter288]

I bought a 98’ XJ a few months ago, drove it home, it ate a LOT of oil. But I drove it home, buddy gave me an extra 4.0. I did an overhaul, and now she runs great. Going to be my daily soon.

[@scanadaze]

@thesixgunfighter288 If you look up the 4.0l on how long they last. 300,000 miles. If you take care of it. It can get more mileage. Mine is a Jeep Grand Cherokee. 2004. On 16-inch tires. No mods. Factory. In town. I get around 16 mpg. Hwy. Depending. I can get 20 mpg. My tires are a step up to off-road from all season. My Jeep is AWD. Snow up to the front bumper doesn't stop it. An all around amazing vehicle. Enjoy yours. Just keep up on maintenance.

[@Jason-Samko]

@@captainrex4794 perfect

[@mbiker345]

I like jeep but I had a jk and the reputation was spot on. Tons of mechanical problems.

[@striperking6083]

I had a 2015 JK . A couple Fuel injectors replaced at 38,000 Chk engine light about 5 times . Start up with engine sputtering and smelling like a gas station .

[@austinatomTV]

What year

[@uspsdaveable]

I have a JK 2013, over 185,000 miles, I just pick up a gladiator Willy’s 2024,

[@Coyote5555]

Love these videos about the gladiator and the Wrangler

[@Jason-Samko]

Thanks

[@warrendonaldson4144]

Miscalculated and misguided? That's just BS on it's face!!! Jeep deserves the JUNK reputation that it has.. Have a few isolated vehicles had some limited usefulness. Yeah .. but 95% JUNk across their lineups....for DECADES now!!! You love your Gladiator... that's awesome!! But overall....JEEP represents misery for most product owners!!! Again... it's been that way for DECADES!!! Still a great show...and good video. Despite your blindness to the overall reputation of Jeep.😮😮

[@DUNEATV]

Both my Jeep Wrangler Rubicons are absolutely amazing! Build quality and over all toughness is second to none! What a vehicle!

[@Jason-Samko]

@@DUNEATV could not of said it better. Agree 100

[@bloobled8013]

I have an 87 YJ my son in college basically took over and my daughter finishing up high school is in my 01 TJ, honestly I just want something newer and my comfortable. But love jeeps. Nice review, Thank you. I really like the gladiator as long as it has 35”s! I have been looking at the ZR2 or Bison, the Raptor Ranger and of course Toyota Trail Hunter. Had a Tacoma and an FJ but even things broke on those. Price and interest are definitely considerations, but still leaning toward Jeep.

[@Jason-Samko]

Beautiful collection of vehicles you have there. I agree that ZR2 and the Gladiator are my two favorite top picks. Love the mid-size off-road world is getting more options every year

[@karriogle7214]

Finally an accurate review of these amazing vehicles!! We’ve had 4 Jeeps and all have been great vehicles.

[@Jason-Samko]

Yep agree. Love them

[@ikswodolg2]

I like the gladiators, but I would put the current 4Runner quite a bit ahead of it for quality/reliability. Once the new 6th gen 4Runner gets here it will be a different story. All redesigned Toyotas are having some major issues. I will add in stock form the gladiator is more capable off road.

[@darylhill9400]

No comparison Toyotas built in Japan, compared to any American vehicle! Four runners will go over 50 years

[@rogerm3708]

Many people are holding on to resentment towards the auto industry markups. Even now without the markups, Jeep is overpriced. As for quality, the Gladiator is better in comparison to Stellanti's other vehicles

[@user-og9nr1fd9y]

Jason love your videos and your no nonsense opinions. Got a question how’s the comfort on the seats on a long drive

[@robertholmes558]

Great video Jason I never owed a jeep but never heard anything bad about them from people who owned them. I'm in the market for a new mid-size truck and considering a Gladiator, but I'm still doing research on either a Nissan or Gladiator.

[@Jason-Samko]

Both are amazing trucks test drive both see what you like best. You can't go wrong either way

[@tenncutt]

Frontier Pro4X 2025 model. You won't regret it

[@DefianceMoraine]

Jason, The only problem I have had in 18 months with my 2022 Gladiator is that the stop/start feature doesn't activate anymore (saving me the need to manually deactivate it every time). While my Gladiator gets gentle service, I am comforted by the fact that a real truck guy has given his hard service in the Georgia swamps and it has held up well.

[@Jason-Samko]

That's a great problem to have! I paid good money for my tazer mini to turn that off😂. Glad you are loving yours too

[@daveroski]

Price is ridiculous! think about this: In 2023, Carlos Tavares, the CEO of Stellantis, received a total compensation package of $39 million, which is a 56% increase from 2022. This makes Tavares the highest paid CEO among traditional car manufacturers

[@Jason-Samko]

@@daveroski yep do not like Tavares and what he has done to jeep and ram

[@mondogomez5]

The reason why it has such horrible reliability is because people for some reason like to stretch their fluid changes. At worst change of oil every 5000 miles and change of transmission fluid every 20,000 miles in transaction and fluids at 20,000 miles and you won’t have an issue with the car

[@DUNEATV]

@@mondogomez5 EXACTLY

[@Jason-Samko]

Agree 100

[@kraftp]

I’ve done this and I’ve gotten the pentastar tick, no avoiding it but yea truly reliable /s

[@CS-zz2bf]

I agree with keeping up with oil changes. The valve train issue is definitely still out there but I’ve owned 5 Jeep products with the 3.6 and (maybe luckily) never had an issue. The 3.6 failure rate (by percentage) is very, very low. Yes, issues with plastic parts that are prone to fail but they are overall very solid engines

[@ericfox7693]

I love my ‘24. I bought it with reliability in mind. Base model, roll up windows manual seats, max towing package with 4.10 gear and cooling package and heavy duty axles. I just added the mopar Bilstein lift and 35’s tires. I bought it with the understanding that I’m buying a Lego, if something breaks I’ll put an after market part in it.

[@Jason-Samko]

Perfect in congratulations on your amazing new truck

[@michaelcaseofficial]

I love your passion for the Jeep Gladiator @JasonSamko I just bought a 2023 6 weeks ago and I love it! Ute for work and 4WD for adventures. Keep flying the Gladiator flag my friend. Hi from Australia!

[@Jason-Samko]

Congratulations on such an amazing truck!

[@nthngray]

Got the same as yours, exact same colour, and a Gladiator Rubicon, and I absolutely love it!! I have only had it for 2 weeks now, and once past its run in period (haha) I will be making good use of it in the mud and muck exploring

[@Jason-Samko]

Thats what its built for! Adventures and enjoying the amazing outdoors. You are going to love it.

[@ronaldbarnes8302]

I have a 22 JT and my wife has a 19 Cherokee. Nary a problem with either one. The JT is my favorite vehicle ever , drives great, no rattles etc. Both very capable with our northern winters. Thanks for the video!

[@Jason-Samko]

2 excellent vehicles right there! Had a 2020 cherokee trailhawk and it was suck a beast and flawless. Put a 1.5 lift on it and 32 inch falken wildpeaks. Was one of my all time favorite offroader suvs.

[@ericg9092]

What do you think about the Willys vs Texas Trail trim? I drive 120 miles each way to work once a week, then drive home when I work off. I'd like some off-road capability but don't necessarily need it to be extreme.

[@Jason-Samko]

Don't know anything about the Texas trail trim. But the 24 willys is amazing with the addition of the rear locker and offroad plus mode. Basically makes the willys as capable as a Mojave without the fancy suspension. Love the willys!

[@musclesmouse]

Nice review. I drove a Jeep Wrangler rental last week and it did well on windy mountain side roads. I agree it is a good tool. Highway was just ok.

[@Jason-Samko]

Wrangler is great. On the road the gladiator with its long wheel base is outstanding.

[@CalebKennizzite]

Great real world insight here; much appreciated!!!

[@timh7368]

Jason, your spot on 100% knows what you're talking about. The big mouth people given crap saying stuff obviously have not had any. I have bought 2 Gladiator and my second Rubicon 2024 model best yet, the best truck i ever had by far. Thanks for doing what you do. You're the man. For all cry babies stop leaving dumb comments clueless

[@Jason-Samko]

Thank you. Agree Gladiator is amazing

[@Mike___Kilo]

Great presentation! That's a true working truck you have there! BTW, do you really prefer plastic over steel bumpers? And I just noticed you're a fellow Georgian!

[@Jason-Samko]

I would rather have the steel bumper for a winch. But love the plastic as it's disposable. Meaning in can plow brush all day with it and beat it up protection the jeep but before I go to sell it buy a take off plastic from bumper on Facebook market place for 50 bucks and have it looking new again

[@Mike___Kilo]

@@Jason-Samko You seem to have a very stock looking / minimalist setup. I’m a Jeep newbie. (Used to own a Commander, but that’s not a Gladiator.) Just acquired a pre-owned 2023 Overland. Was thinking steel bumpers mainly for protection against fender benders in Atlanta traffic.

[@philissogers4272]

Got a 2023 gladiator rubicon I love it. Also got an exceptional deal on the price couldn’t pass it up.

[@Jason-Samko]

Perfect and perfect. Love the gladiator

[@rickjacobs4949]

Great video Jason...I agree with you on the misconception that goes with the Jeeps. I tipped toed into a new 2015 Grand Cherokee and fast approaching 85k trouble free miles. SO...I now own 2 Cherokee's ,1 Wrangler and a 1500 Ram with Hemi. All are happy and are treating me well. The wife wants a 3 row Grand Cherokee for the Grand- kids but man prices are still stupid! Hoping the Hurricane will be in the Grand soon!

[@Jason-Samko]

@@rickjacobs4949 love hearing that and you have a great collection there. Also agree the prices are definitely getting out of hand. I'm very excited for what this hurricane is going to end up being like in a couple years of proving itself

[@christopherferrara2923]

I've had nothing but catastrophic issues with all of my jeeps that I've bought (3 now)....better have money if you want a jeep... not saying I don't like my jeep, i do, but you're wrong, they suck ass to work on, my dodge cummins is way better, and shit dies that shouldn't, constantly... also have a multitude of other vehicles for work more reliable in every way... but...the roof comes off, the doors pop right off, and the whole front window lays right down...guess I'll buy another 😂

[@tracimanwaring9398]

Timing belt or chain??

[@Lthrnk0331]

I have not had great luck with the pentastar. 2 Durango's in a row with engine issues. 2011 and now my 2019 which is still at the dealership now for 8 weeks and no resolution. 49000 miles on it

[@Jason-Samko]

@@Lthrnk0331 sorry you have to deal with that

[@floridaman7]

Jeep is a nice 30k car. Not for 50+

[@grimstar8402]

Agree the top of the line models should be low $40k

[@stevenk5800]

I’d like to see you guys build a vehicle for that price! I bet you’d end up pricing your vehicles like every other manufacturer!

[@juannegrin7106]

If you gune play. Y grare pay

[@daveroski]

@@stevenk5800 In 2023, Carlos Tavares, the CEO of Stellantis, received a total compensation package of $39 million, which is a 56% increase from 2022. This makes Tavares the highest paid CEO among traditional car manufacturers

[@Mariiaax16]

What other vehicle is that cheap They all are expensive??? I have a 90000 Ford work truck wTF

[@tenncutt]

What is the tow capacity of the gladiator? Really like my Frontier Pro4X. Bigger motor (3.8), 6500lbs towing, more comfort. No regrets

[@Jason-Samko]

@@tenncutt 7700 pounds max

[@tenncutt]

@@Jason-Samko I saw that the new Broncos are rated at 3500 lbs

[@henrikhkarpynskyi8712]

I bought new 2dr JK with first iteration of 3.6 back in 2012 as daily driver. My son drives it now in college. No problems, justexpected wear and tear. Changing oil in it every 3-6month. I got myself 4xe - lets see how it will hold with time

[@Jason-Samko]

Love hearing this. Great suvs!

[@rodneydavis8454]

I agree with u 100 percent I have 4 jeeps and I love my jeeps periodddd.

[@Jason-Samko]

Yep amazing vehicles

[@masoudshaghaghi5744]

My 23 JLUR has 40k on it, bought brand new and put 37’s with 2.5” lift, awesome truck and zero problem, only thing wanna mention: I installed catch can on it and after 10k miles started leaking from back valve timing sensor seal and dropped on oxygen sensor and misfiring engine. Dealer fixed it for me and recommended to remove catch can, I removed it and problem solved, no more leak. Never ever put catch can on V6 Pentastar engine

[@D41Michigan]

@@masoudshaghaghi5744 which can? I've never had an issue with them

[@Jason-Samko]

And yet so many youtube channels say if you don't put a catch can on the engine will die in 3 days... I trust the engineers too. If I needed a catch can it would have one. I don't so any mods. Not even after market air filters. Stock and factory replacement parts when needed.

[@buraian2694]

Not junk I will pick this up over those new tacoma. The pentastar is a good engine paired with a good transmission and get decent hiway miles. Only problem I notice about this jeeps that they rust easily and electronics sometimes goes bad for no reason.

[@Jason-Samko]

@buraian2694 agree 100% and the rust issue is easy to maintain

[@chuckcribbs3398]

70k miles on my Gladiator Rubicon with a manual. Only one issue with the radiator temperature sensor. They replaced under warranty. I get 18-20 MPG. Almost no squeaks or rattles. And this truck helped build the interior of a barn into a home. I hauled everything in it. Would buy it again. And the ability to be open-air is just too cool.

[@Jason-Samko]

Love it. And agree, such an excellent teuck

[@TheOmar1122]

I'm totally agree with you, I don't like stellantis but Jeep and not influenced at least yet. I'm want to buy a truck probably in a year or so and I'm doing a research from now and my two candidates right now is the Gladiator and the new Ranger.

[@Jason-Samko]

All the mid size trucks right now are awesome. I would definitely drive them all and see what you like best. All great options

[@N00R28]

Any thoughts on the 2.0T engine? Im considering a wrangler but not sure what engine to get

[@Jason-Samko]

Never drove the turbo version

[@okanagan.outdoors]

Your videos are great. What seat covers are those. Just got a JL and it's great. Will be getting that tazer mini because of your videos

[@Jason-Samko]

Carhartt universal seat cover. Love it! Tough as nails, water proof and easy to clean.

[@TheBandit7613]

I still have my 1992 Jeep Wrangler Sahara. It is the first new vehicle I ever bought. It has the 4.0 inline 6 automatic. Still near showroom condition. It was near $14,000 new. It is the most simple vehicle I've ever owned. Has never had anything major break. I'm in Las Vegas so it's never seen salt or snow and hardly ever, rain. I keep it in the garage out of the sun.

[@Jason-Samko]

Love it

[@backwoodstherapy]

My JLU Sport S has been solid. Aside from replacing both batteries at 2 years (which is common on most new models today - even my wife’s CX5, one of the most reliable cars in the market, needed a new battery at 2.5 years) mine has been pretty solid. Currently having its clutch assembly replaced tho. The only recall on it in 3 years.

[@Jason-Samko]

Yep not sure why jeep has had such a hard time with the clutch on these. But it's been a big issue for them

[@backwoodstherapy]

@@Jason-Samko well the manual transmission has only been manufactured for like 80 years so you gotta give it time. 😂

[@Jason-Samko]

@@backwoodstherapy 😂😂

[@KubanKevin]

Most people who complain about reliability on these either bought them used and improperly modified, bought new and went cheap on mods, or just simply didn’t take care of them. My neighbor has a 200k+ mile JK He bought brand new and it’s still on the original engine and gearbox. I’ve had Toyotas and Jeep Wranglers and now I have a Gladiator. Personally I’ve had more issues with Toyota specifically transmission related. My two gripes with my Gladiator: 1) Chrysler, please knock it off with the damn plastic oil cooler housing. You know it’s bad and will crack. Put a metal one instead and save us the headache. This issue applies to all 3.6 powered MOPAR vehicles. 2) the aux battery is annoying to get to. I can understand and accept the two battery system. It’s nice that the lights do not dim when starting or putting a load on the electrical. Just make the damn battery easier to access than UNDER THE FRIGGIN FUSE BOX.

[@Jason-Samko]

Very well said and agree 100%

[@macarthurpark7303]

I gotta say I do appreciate the physical buttons and not a giant teslafied screen 👍

[@Jason-Samko]

Agree

[@cblondesreport]

We have 2x 2020 Jeep Rubis (Gladiator & 2Door) with Pentastars with about 150k miles combined. Zero Issues

[@Jason-Samko]

Love hearing this. Love jeeps.

[@AStanton1966]

I just bought a new 2023 Jeep Wrangler Willys 4-door with the manual transmission. Last month, I went to install an after-market skid plate and found that the OEM transmission skid plate was missing. The dealership told me that it was removed as part of a recall to keep the clutch from overheating. They never told me that they removed it. Whoever would think that overheating clutches would be a problem in the 21st century?

[@Jason-Samko]

The jeep manuals have been fighting a clutch issue for over a year with a couple stop sales because of it. I believe they have it all dialed in now

[@mcwilliamsda]

That's a strong endorsement. Thank you. I have always wanted a JT but was always scared off by quality questions. I'd be interested in your thoughts relative to the now defunct eco-diesel JT

[@Jason-Samko]

Don't know mich about the exo diesel as I swore I would not own another diesel after my 2019 ram. That's truck and motor was amazing and zero issues. But the maintenance cost for DEF fluid, fuel filters crank case filters, etc along with the cost of repairs if any were to happen and the astronomical cost of fuel made me not want another one. But I have 2 buddies that owned gladiator diesels and both ran them over 120k miles before selling them absolutely trouble free.

[@Maxoff-roading]

I trolly agree with you and I have the 2024 Jeep Wrangler unlimited rubicon xtrem recon I love my wrangler. I keep forever and I like to own a gladiator some day

[@Jason-Samko]

Congratulations on such a great suv! Jeep is amazing

[@Maxoff-roading]

@@Jason-Samko thank you and jeep are amazing

[@BradBurgart]

I have 2 Wrangler 4 door Jeeps. If I win the lottery, I’ll just keep driving them until the money runs out. Not a joke.

[@Jason-Samko]

@BradBurgart love it! The wranglers are top shelf for sure. Even if the internet doesn't agree, I sure do.

[@doctordetroit4339]

You'll need that cash......your local service department sends their greetings!!!!

[@BradBurgart]

@@Jason-Samko I do love them. Bought each new in 07 and 08. A manual and an auto. Still daily drivers.

[@Larbr000]

I absolutely love the pentastar motor. Change that oil every 3 k with super tech or costco synthetic oil and it'll cost you under $4k at 500k miles total. I'd say you could pull possibly 1 million if you bust down to 2k oil intervals.

[@Larbr000]

On top of that you can rebuild the top end of the motor by yourself on a Saturday afternoon. If you can actually turn a wrench it's absolutely amazing. If not, it's still awesome. Almost any garage can work on it as well. Good luck with a nissan.

[@D41Michigan]

​@@Larbr000 the VQ is just as easy to work on and that design has been around FAR longer then the pentastar. And I had a pentastar and now currently own a VQ in the Frontier. I can definitely tell you this, the VQ doesn't have that stupid plastic oil filter housing that's prone to cracking and the filter is on the front of the motor like the old Jeep 3.7 (which I also had)

[@DUNEATV]

@@Larbr000 Exactly!

[@Jason-Samko]

Yep pentistar will go down in history as one of the best motors ever made

[@DUNEATV]

@@Jason-Samko 💯

[@bendmacmanufacturing2744]

Love my 2021 Rubicon 4xe now @ 33,000

[@Jason-Samko]

@@bendmacmanufacturing2744 outstanding

[@gentry5656]

Great vid Jason! When camping, I often have to travel on the interstate for hours to get to locations. How is the comfort/driving dynamics on the Gladiator on the interstate? Also I'm 6'3", I'm unsure if I would be comfortable.

[@Jason-Samko]

Can't help much on the height aspect and I'm on 5'6. So I don't know how it will be for your height. My son in law is 6'2 and loved driving it. It does great on the highway. A little louder with 35s and the wind noise but drives flawlessly at 85 mph cruising down i95 keeping up with traffic in the fast lane. I've done 4 25 hour cross country trips in it pulling a 3000 pound enclosed trailer and the bed maxed out with gear. Easy peasy.

[@dawood2u]

Liked and subscribed, you speak the truth

[@Jason-Samko]

Thank you

[@kelvinstrickland263]

I had the 3.6 Pentastar Etorque in my 2019 ram 1500 classic 4x4 extended cab,No issues with the motor at all

[@Jason-Samko]

Such a great motor

[@MitchMorrow-xm3dk]

Just bought a 2024 gladiator sport 6 speed

[@Jason-Samko]

Outstanding. Congratulations on such a great truck

[@TxJK18]

Agreed the Pentastart is good engine. It is simple by today's standards, and it is pretty much one of the reasons why I would consider another Wrangler or Gladiator. Jeep's Aquiles heel is the dealership and their service department. Also lots of issues are caused by their own owners installing cheap parts, bad installations. My 2018 JK still trouble free and free of rattles still runs like day one. It's mildly mod and all parts have been quality brands.

[@Jason-Samko]

Love hearing this. Such an excellent truck

[@dominica2765]

I agree 100% my Jeep gladiator is one of the best vehicles I ever bought and I love it when you do these videos on the JEEP because you beat yours to death so mine should last two lifetimes🤣

[@Jason-Samko]

😂 one of the few vehicles that can take a beating like this and still be as tight as the day I bought it. Love this rig

[@bowstobourbon]

I just saw your bow and chest rig, how do i find out more about your business etc? Cheers!

[@Jason-Samko]

I have 3 channels. This one, @SamkoTradBow and my patreon.com/tradbowpodcast channel. These 3 combined are how I make my living now

[@grandmasterdiz6411]

Hey Jason, what’s your take on the safety ratings for Jeep?

[@Jason-Samko]

@grandmasterdiz6411 don't know. Never really worried about it much

[@mcgrath274]

I do 60k a year. "You wont do in a year what i do in a day" lol

[@Jason-Samko]

@@mcgrath274 40k a year here😂

[@mcgrath274]

@Jason-Samko Youre driving a lot but hold my beer lol

[@4x4nerd80]

My 2020 gladiator had to have all the lifters replaced as well as camshafts and water pump. I wouldn’t say they are reliable, but I guess your experience might vary. I baby it when I drive, but hey, whatcha gonna do. By the way, I still have it and will probably for a long time lol.

[@InGratitudeIam]

So why did the 392 switch to CVs in the front?

[@Jason-Samko]

They didnt

[@MS-ik9bi]

I am in the market for a Jeep and have been on the hunt for one. I was utilizing one of your videos but how do I know I am getting a good or great deal when the MSRP has been moved up over the last several years?

[@Jason-Samko]

My best advice is spend a little time on the internet on KZbin learning to negotiate with car deals. Once you have these tactics down it's time to hit AutoTrader cars.com and CarGurus find a vehicle you like, and then start calling dealers to get the best price. I would think right now 20 to 30% off on a Jeep would be very doable

[@BrashAdventures]

Terrible design engine for maintenance though. Gotta take the intake off to change the spark plugs, and why are they still going with the plastic oil filter housing when they know they're prone to crack. Other than that, it's been reliable for me in my 2014 Grand Cherokee, but I was cursing the engineers in trying to fix it.

[@Jason-Samko]

Love how easy oil changes are on jeep and rhe plastic oil filer has been around for along time and doesn't fail unless someone screws or up. Even the amazing 3rd gen tacoma uses a plastic oil filter housing. And they are cheap if you want to buy a spare incase you do over tighten it and break it. But owned 2 vehicles with plastic and never a concern

[@HikerAL1946]

What about the JL corrosion issue? I have a 2022 Wrangler Rubicon with very low mileage and it is starting to show corrosion blisters on the edges of the hood. If Jeep's were put together correctly that problem would not exist. All they need to do is to paint or add gaskets between the steel hinges and the aluminum body panels. They have had since 2018 to fix this problem! To me this kind of unresolved problem is not a hallmark of good reliability. In addition the 5 year corrosion warranty is crap. The part has to corrode thru the metal for the warranty to kick in.

[@Jason-Samko]

The warranty does not require rust thru. Jeep has made it very clear thst if you have any paint bubbling or corrosion signs they will replace the doors hood hinges etc with new ones thst are zinc plated and repaint everything. Jeep is taking care of it all and has been.

[@fscottgray9784]

The 3.6 will go down as one of the best ever and the 8 speed ZF tranny will do the same. I also have the 2.7 GM and it is a great motor IMO. the 3.6 was designed with MB help and it shows.

[@Jason-Samko]

Agree on all points. And the gm 2.7 is my favorite turbo made today

[@JT_life2022]

I had a 2020 gladiator sport. Drive it 50/50 on and off road. Just sold it at 132,000 miles. Never had any mechanical issues. Just replaced it with a 2024 gladiator. All of my friends are Toyota fan boys and of all the breakdowns on the trail, it’s always been a Toyota. Never a jeep. I too am sick of hearing about jeep issues when they just don’t seem to exist these days.

[@Jason-Samko]

@JT_life2022 very well said. Tacoma is a great truck. But anyone that thinks it or any other truck is better than a gladiator is kidding themselves. All trucks today are great and not so great. And the gladiator is right there at the top with the best of them

[@backwoodstherapy]

Jeeps issues are its electronics. The more fancy electronics you have the greater chance of having something go wrong. If you get a base Sport or Sport S, your chances of it being reliable are far greater.

[@Jason-Samko]

@@backwoodstherapy Simple is awlays better in a truck

[@halffast1850]

I've been shopping for a gladiator lately and the willys with rear locker is tye best I can afford right now but with 3.73 gearing to put any bigger tire I'll have to regear and that's another 2k to 3k so with that I'm thinking I could get a base sport and add 2 to 3 hundred on top of that 2k to 3k and I could have 4.88 gearing with front and rear lockers. I could spend the extra and get a rubicon but to run 37s you still need to regear the 4.10 to at least a 4.56 and that's another 2k to 3k. I could care less about gadgets, I just want a gladiator with at least 4.56 or 4.88 gearing on 37s with lockers. A basic radio and heater and comfort driver seat is all the gadgets I care about. I also am on the fence about buying today or waiting until the 2025 hit the lot and possibly get a better deal then. If you've read my long story and have advice it and you would be appreciated. Thanks

[@Jason-Samko]

Love how you are weighing all the options to find what's best for you

[@michaelquatrano6189]

What do you have to say about the 2023 leftover eco diesel gladiator? There are some discounts close to 20% off MSRP. I would welcome your view.

[@Jason-Samko]

Everyone I know that has a diesel gladiator loves it. Internet says they have problems, but never met a person that actually had a problem. I'm not a fan of diesel anymore because of all the emissions crap they have on them now and how much it cost to repair. But diesels are still outstanding motors and torque monsters!

[@laymansworld9858]

My 2023 JT is higher quality than the JK I traded in for it. And I had 130k of no problems with the JK that taught three kids to drive a manual. The only thing I regret is not getting another manual. Wife decided she wanted an automatic🤕Nothing wrong with the automatic, I just like a manual more.

[@Jason-Samko]

Love the manuals. 3 of my 4 wranglers were manuals too. So much fun

[@greywolfgarage5630]

Jason, may I ask what you do for a living? I apologize if you have explained it in a past video - if so just refer me to that video. Thank you! I also agree with you about the jeep, best trans ZF8 speed are awesome. My wife has a 2018 JL wrangler.

[@Jason-Samko]

I retired and moved to Georgia 2 years ago. Now all my income comes from content creation with this channel and my traditional bowhunting channel and my patreon channel when I put all my hunting videos. So I basically hunt for a living and make videos about hunting and trucks

[@greywolfgarage5630]

@@Jason-Samko that is super cool glad your able to retire doing something you love, I’m looking for a similar path as you described, I’m in my early 50s. I will check out your other channels. Thanks

[@Jason-Samko]

@greywolfgarage5630 yep I retired at 48 and moved down here. I now work twice as hard and make 1/5th the money😂😂😂 but I love what I do and the freedom

[@johnglass2375]

Had 5 jeeps never had a problem

[@Jason-Samko]

@@johnglass2375 same here

[@RK-db4oq]

Jeep Wranglers used to be acceptable because even though the quality was just mediocre, the car itself was cheap enough so that one could add aftermarket parts as the OEM stuff wore out. Now, it's so expensive, mediocre quality is no longer good enough. THey have priced themselves out of their traditional customer market, and they are not going to attract the new people with serious money because those people demand better quality.

[@michaelptm2269]

Great video, I’d love to see you comment on Consumer reports jeep rubicon video. They put 100k miles I believe on it.

[@Jason-Samko]

Have not seen their video. Will have to look it up.

[@ryzen397]

what about all the plastic parts it has on the engine?

[@Jason-Samko]

@ryzen397 compare it to the tacomas plastic engine parts and see who has more. Will shock ya

[@ryzen397]

@@Jason-Samko which tacoma engine?

[@Jason-Samko]

@@ryzen397 amazing 3rd gen or 4th

[@jamesjannell8706]

I think the gladiator is a great truck for what its built for. I own both a gladiator mojave and new ranger raptor. Two different vehicles and honestly in many ways gladiator on top in terms of interior quality. Ranger has the balls and sex appeal but i think my jeep will outlast my new ford.

[@Jason-Samko]

2 amazing trucks! And no doubt that raptor ranger has the power and the attitude. Never drove one off road but have a bronco raptor. The ranger has to be amazing!

[@dominionn09]

Looking at getting a 2 door Wrangler.. stick. Any worries with their manual transmissions?

[@Jason-Samko]

@dominionn09 they had some clutch issues for a bit but I believe all that was worked out and all the issues resolved last year

[@dominionn09]

​ I'll have to research a bit more I think. I really actually am curious about the 2.0 as well but that does not come in manual

[@Jason-Samko]

@dominionn09 don't know much about the 2.0. Sorry couldn't help much there

[@premiercconstruction]

I have driven jeeps and they are by far the best driving experience! BUT If they are so simple and the manufacturing process is extremely developed….. then why are the Prices sooo high? If Jeep really gave a crap they would drop their prices.

[@Jason-Samko]

@premiercconstruction jeep would love to lower prices and sale more. But stellantis won't let them. Hate stellantis

[@ArchangelMLM]

The Gladiator really is the Swiss Army Knife of the truck world. GM’s 2.7 liter turbo I-4 is the only 4 cylinder I would have. The ZR2 is my next purchase.

[@Jason-Samko]

Agree. Only 2 midsize trucks and motors I'm interested in personally is the gladiator and the colorado zr2

[@MrJEEPJT]

“1” of my co-workers got a Silverado with the 2.7 Turbo-max he’s happy with his purchase. He almost “FOOLISHLY” purchased an “F-150” with the “2.7” Eco-boost 😵‍💫😵‍💫👎👎 “I” showed him the you tube video “Another Stupid Ford Design” by you tuber @jackhfletcher that shows the “INTERNAL” aka “WET” belt that drives the oil pump “EVERY” Truck “ENTHUSIAST” “MUST” see this video !!!! “2018” and forward Fords engines have a rubber belt driving the oil pumps “5.0” and eco-boosts that’s on the “RANGERS” also “I” show the “@jackhfletcher” video to “EVERYONE” That I get into conversations with over Trucks….. “ALSO” you tuber “driving for answers” has a “19” minute deep dive video “Who Approved This and Why Is It Still Being Made ? Wet belt aka Belt in oil” he goes into great detail the engine failures how the degradation of the belt starts to plug the internal oil pump screen !!!! “EVERYONE” even “CONSIDERING” a Ford Ranger or “F-150” “MUST” watch at the very least the “@jackhfletcher” “Another Stupid Ford Design”

[@eighty6films]

If it’s on par with 4-runner build quality why don’t they last as long (mileage)?

[@Jason-Samko]

who says they dont. And I have both sitting right here in my drive way. I promise you if you take the toyota blinders off, the quality is equal. its plain as day. just look at it like the guys that used to blind fold you and as you if you drank coke or pepsi. samething. as for the miles. both motors are amazing and the 4 runner has the edge in lonegevity, but the jeep has the edge in cheap parts and repair cost so those become a wash. Toyota repairs are insanely expensive. also remeber 4 runners spend 99% on pavement. Jeeps do not. They live a hard life of rough use.

[@eighty6films]

@@Jason-Samko drive my Toyota off-road every day. Parts do cost more but it’s never let me down, ever & im on my 3rd one now Also Toyota resale value destroys Jeep which more than makes up for the parts costs

[@Jason-Samko]

@@eighty6films cool

[@darylhill9400]

@@Jason-Samko no comparison Japanese assembly line is superb. Their philosophy is completely different. Do you think the gladiator will last 1,000,000 miles

[@darylhill9400]

@@eighty6films Toyota parts cost more because they’re supposedly crafted and I’m speaking of Japanese Toyotas

[@privateer9181]

I just wonder about the whole 0w-20 stuff…..i think im switching to 0w-30 despite their recommendations..i think more and more engines r failing over oil. But thats my choice. My gladiator 3.6 as given me 4 yrs of no problems….BUT i realy wish it had a 5.7 hemi as a 2500 option…but thats gone

[@Jason-Samko]

@@privateer9181 thin oil is getting out of hand. Have an article coming out about how some vehicles are now running 0w-16 and now even 0w-08!

[@tb4326]

What is junk? Their Stop/Start system. I know many hate it, but beyond your opinion of it. It functioning as it was designed is a different story. My JT has been in the shop for the system failing several times. It is widely known this system has major issues. Simple parts fail that I’ve never replaced in any other car (steering box, interior lights, windshield wiper fluid pump, infotainment system). Do I love my JT? YES! But to say that it is dependable is lying, period!

[@Jason-Samko]

so you had 1 jeep and had problems. Ive had 4 wranglers a gladiator and a cherokee trailhawk and a renegade and never once had to take one to the shop for anything. So mine is a 0 out of 7.....and somehow im "Lying, period"

[@Mrplaywell]

And a 4Runner is smooth on road plus tows more

[@Jason-Samko]

@@Mrplaywell 4 runner doesn't tow more

[@DLB1858]

Ok, ok. I got it. Can you talk about that longbow now?

[@Jason-Samko]

I have a channel dedicated to traditional bowhunting @SamkoTradBow

[@markaycock9835]

Check Long Term Quality Index. The Toyota 4 Runner has 10.3% powertrain problems and the Jeep Wrangler has 11.3% problems . The 2 L Jeep engine is too new to be on this site . However, check Trail Recon. His certified Jeep mechanic has had to replace some low mileage 2 L engines. Stick to the Pentastar.

[@Jason-Samko]

Good info

[@jf5154]

There is nothing better looking I just wish they had the reliability of Toyota. And why cant a company build something with both qualities

[@grizzly311tr]

if i were to get anything from stellantis it would be a jeep. i've seen some renegades get used to the point of abuse and they just keep running

[@Jason-Samko]

I had a 2019 renegade as a commuter car. Loved it. It was also excellent offroad

[@371kenny]

Jeep needs to fix the battery issue and paint behind the hinges. This gen has been out long enough for gods sakes that they could do this for a $60k plus vehicle.

[@Jason-Samko]

Bit for last 2 years it's been a 40k vehicle with all the deals constantly and jeep fixed the hinge issue and offers a no questions asked 5 year warranty for all jeeps on the paint where they will replace the doors and the hinges and paint. And the battery issue is easy to fix or bypass. It's just a simple aux battery

[@BruceNeedles]

Just Google the reliability ratings from reliable sources...

[@MrJEEPJT]

MULTI-POINT FUEL INJECTION 👍👍👍

[@marksullivan8200]

People blame jeep for stellantis stupidity unfairly

[@Jason-Samko]

Agree 100

[@doctordetroit4339]

No, Jeep is crap....always has been. This is why they get bounced like a hot potato.

[@Jason-Samko]

@@doctordetroit4339 I expected a few of you guys to chime in

[@austinatomTV]

Maybe it’s just yours. The people who complain online must be saying it for a reason.

[@bendmacmanufacturing2744]

I also own 2015 Grand Cherokee 3.6 V6 not one issue @ 97,000

[@Jason-Samko]

Awesome suv and motor

[@blj_1970]

I'm looking seriously at trading my 23 Tacoma Pro for a Hydro Blue Gladiator Rub X, but the deal gotta work out for me.. found one today gonna start working the deal..😅

[@Jason-Samko]

Very nice. Agree 100, make the deal work or move on to next deal

[@AStanton1966]

I would tell you to get that Gladiator Rub X before they go totally electric.

[@lukedawg357SIG]

I have a 81 Jeep cj7

[@Jason-Samko]

Awesome jeep

[@bbear2222]

In defense of the mall crawlers: I put a 100lb bumper and a 50lb winch on my gladiator and did the wiring myself years ago and haven’t had any issues. The gladiator is a reliable vehicle

[@Jason-Samko]

Love it! And there is a huge sense of pride doing that stuff yourself. And I'm quite jealous. Would love a winch and bumper on mine too.