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Bob W.
I want to replace my 2024 Gladiator Rubicon plastic bumper with this steel bumper. Are there any modifications I need to make to the bumper mounting hardware or is it all included with this kit? Also will the existing LED fog lights fit with this bumper?
The good news is that the steel bumper is designed as a direct bolt-on replacement for your Jeep.
The kit is intended to reuse the original mounting hardware (bolts and nuts) from your existing plastic bumper.
No permanent modifications to your Gladiator's frame are required. However, if you plan to install a winch later, you will need a separate winch mounting plate, as the bumper itself does not include the internal tray.
While the bumper bolts up, your factory plastic air dam/skid plate may not align perfectly with the new steel bumper. Many owners choose to add the matching Mopar Steel Front Skid Plate for full protection and a seamless look.
This is the most critical part of the swap: Your existing LED fog lights from the plastic bumper will not fit the steel bumper.
Mounting Brackets: The LED fog lights used in Mopar plastic bumpers use a different mounting tab configuration than those used in the steel bumpers.
Wiring Harness: The internal wiring harness inside the plastic bumper is also different. To avoid cutting your factory wires, most owners purchase a new fog light wiring harness specifically for the steel bumper.
Solution: You will likely need to purchase Mopar Steel Bumper LED Fog Lamps or use an aftermarket bracket kit designed to adapt plastic-bumper lights to steel-bumper housings.
The kit is intended to reuse the original mounting hardware (bolts and nuts) from your existing plastic bumper.
No permanent modifications to your Gladiator's frame are required. However, if you plan to install a winch later, you will need a separate winch mounting plate, as the bumper itself does not include the internal tray.
While the bumper bolts up, your factory plastic air dam/skid plate may not align perfectly with the new steel bumper. Many owners choose to add the matching Mopar Steel Front Skid Plate for full protection and a seamless look.
This is the most critical part of the swap: Your existing LED fog lights from the plastic bumper will not fit the steel bumper.
Mounting Brackets: The LED fog lights used in Mopar plastic bumpers use a different mounting tab configuration than those used in the steel bumpers.
Wiring Harness: The internal wiring harness inside the plastic bumper is also different. To avoid cutting your factory wires, most owners purchase a new fog light wiring harness specifically for the steel bumper.
Solution: You will likely need to purchase Mopar Steel Bumper LED Fog Lamps or use an aftermarket bracket kit designed to adapt plastic-bumper lights to steel-bumper housings.
Sean L.
Will this bumper fit a 2014 JK?
No, the Mopar 3-Piece Rubicon Steel Front Bumper is not a direct bolt-on fit for a 2014 Jeep Wrangler JK. This bumper is specifically engineered for the mounting points and frame geometry of the 2018–2025 Wrangler JL and 2020–2025 Gladiator JT. To make it work on your 2014 JK, you would need to address several compatibility issues (modifications to the bumper and frame).
Gary W.
Is the Mopar 3 piece front bumper rated for flat towing a Jeep Gladiator?
No, it is not.
Ilpo M.
Hi, does this work on MY25 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon with front parking sensors?
This bumper does NOT have pre-drilled holes or provisions for front parking sensors. But, otherwise, this would be the correct fitment for your Jeep.
To get the steel bumper with sensor functionality on your 2025 Rubicon, you generally have two paths:
1. The "European Spec" Bumper (Part # 68293724AD)
In some international markets, the steel bumper is sold with pre-drilled holes. While difficult to find from US-based Mopar parts sites, searching for Part # 68293724AD (the center section only) or looking for a "European Spec" steel bumper can sometimes yield a factory-drilled version.
2. Modification with a Sensor Bezel Kit
Most owners purchase the standard Mopar Rubicon Steel Front Bumper and drill the four required holes. To do this cleanly, you use a sensor bezel kit to house the sensors in the new steel face.
Recommended Bezel Kit: The DV8 Offroad Mopar Sensor Bezel Set is specifically designed to allow factory Mopar sensors to be mounted into aftermarket or steel bumpers that lack factory holes.
To get the steel bumper with sensor functionality on your 2025 Rubicon, you generally have two paths:
1. The "European Spec" Bumper (Part # 68293724AD)
In some international markets, the steel bumper is sold with pre-drilled holes. While difficult to find from US-based Mopar parts sites, searching for Part # 68293724AD (the center section only) or looking for a "European Spec" steel bumper can sometimes yield a factory-drilled version.
2. Modification with a Sensor Bezel Kit
Most owners purchase the standard Mopar Rubicon Steel Front Bumper and drill the four required holes. To do this cleanly, you use a sensor bezel kit to house the sensors in the new steel face.
Recommended Bezel Kit: The DV8 Offroad Mopar Sensor Bezel Set is specifically designed to allow factory Mopar sensors to be mounted into aftermarket or steel bumpers that lack factory holes.
AMBER H.
Will this bumper fit
Fishbone Offroad FB21458 Bull Bar
No, you'll want to order the Mopar Grille Guard -
Mopar Triple-Hoop Grille Guard
Mopar Grille & Winch Guard
Mopar Triple-Hoop Grille Guard
Mopar Grille & Winch Guard
CCB Rent A Car C.
IF I buy this bumper
Mopar 3 Piece Rubicon Steel Front Bumper for 18-25 Jeep Wrangler JL & Gladiator JT
does it possible to buy with it the bolts and nuts _ I don't have it
Thanks
Al
Yes, you can find the full list of bumper parts here: Jeep Wrangler JL Front Modular Steel Bumper Parts
Andy M.
Are the fog lights any different from the latest jeep lights?
The Jeep JL and JT fog lights are different than in previous years. Also, their mounting brackets will vary depending on the type of factory bumper you had, as well as halogen vs LED from the factory.
Matthew H.
Will the ZEON 12-S PLATINUM WINCH fit in this bumper with the Mopar winch plate?
Yes, it will.
Montgomery H.
can a winch be mounted to this? is the center panel removable?
Yes, you will need to purchase the winch mount plate, though. The center close out panel is removable.
Gary M.
does this bumper come with the tow hooks and fog lights installed at this price? Does it come with mounting hardware?
This part number includes:
Rubicon Stubby Bumper with Fog Lamps
Rubicon Bumper End Caps
Reuses Original Mounting Hardware