I thought read somewhere that the port in the center console can also interact with the radio, though I haven't tried it.
It only happened once for me, as I disabled pairing with my phone the issue hasn't happened since... Though I am using the USB C port to charge my phone.
I feel the same way about the base Gladiator, it might be related to the fact I've only driven old Jeeps for the last 20 years and none of the fancy electronics in vehicle's impress me.
My 2 Grand Wagoneers had electric window problems that left a lasting impression, my YJ has vinyl windows...
Sarge is a bit different
Here is a shot of mine I took this September in the sunlight, it's pretty accurate... though it does change based on the light.
Try to get your hands on some of this, give your local Napa a visit.
https://www.amsoil.com/p/heavy-duty-metal-protector-amhsc/
If you can not locate any of the above use a Fluid film
https://www.fluid-film.com/
The difference between the two:
Amsoil is an amber amber/wax that almost dries to...
Update since I posted:
Ordered 6/21 Willys Sport
First email from Jeep Cares Customer care 7/29 had an estimated delivery date of 10/9
I got a call from my dealer 8/23 that it was built and in the shipping stage, but no ETA to dealer.
Build Sheet 8/23
Sticker 8/25
I witnessed it on the 5" as well, it's was also documented on a Youtube video that I watched sometime ago.
In my circumstance it was in the first 300 miles, it hasn't happened since I disabled a lot of the phone connectivity as I primarily just play .flac files from a usb drive.
Ordered a Willys Sport June 21st, was sent an email from [email protected] with a VIN July 29th stating it would arrive the week of 10/9/21, my dealer was also Cc: the same.