Suspension noise, struts or alignment

What got replaced

Owners who name the part that was replaced mention the sway bar link (4 reports).

Recalls and investigations

No recall on the suspension system covers the 2021 model year as of Sep 9, 2026.

When it happens

The middle half of failures fell between 8,000 and 28,000 miles, from the 18 reports that gave a mileage.

What owners wrote

“This vehicle has around 8000 miles on it. While driving at highways speeds, several times the steering would start to wobble violently. Normally after hitting a small bump in the road. After researching this was called a death wobble. The vehicle is stock and has not been modified. Has jeep issued a remedy?”

Filed Dec 18, 2023 · 8,000 miles

“2021 Jeep Gladiator High Altitude with 29000 miles and in stock configuration. Experienced the "Death Wobble" after hitting slight depression in roadway at 65mph. Jeep front end would not stop vibrating until at complete Stop. This appears to be a design flaw. Reporting the occurance to the dealer for resolution.”

Filed Oct 16, 2023 · 29,000 miles

“1) Frequent spontaneous windshield cracks. 2) violent, out of control steering wheel vibrations at highway speeds nearly causing severe collisions. Reoccurring incidents. I’m ready to file a lawsuit.”

Filed Nov 25, 2022

““Death Wobble” at Highway Speeds > 45 MPH. The steering wheel begins to “Wobble” after hitting a pot hole or uneven surface such as a bridge joint. I have taken it in and was told everything is to factory specs. This is not the case and I have video. The latest incident occurred Saturday Nov 5th.”

Filed Nov 8, 2022

Other problems on this car

• Engine stalls or loses power while driving 26 reports