Without warning, the Jeep will flash a number of error messages and the engine will immediately shut off. The Jeep can be stopped, placed in park, and it starts right back up as though nothing is wrong. This has happened a few times, usually without incident. However, a few days ago, it occurred while driving 70MPH down the interstate, forcing me to cross several lanes after the vehicle shut itsel…
2019 jeep Renegade electrical problems
moderate 23 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $850
Complaints
23
Recalls
0
Crashes
1
Avg fix
$850
What owners are reporting 7 most recent
ON OCT 23RD 2019 MY CAR WOULD NOT SHUT OFF IT WOULD STAY IN ACCESSORY MODE THEN EVERY WARNING LIGHT CAME ON. I TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP WHERE I LEASED IT FROM ON AUG 6 A WEEK LATER THEY SAID IT WAS A AIR BAG MODULE PROBLEM. A WEEK LATER THEY SAID THEY WERE HAVING A PROBLEM LOCATING THE PART. NOW IT HAS BEEN A MONTH AND I STILL DONT HAVE A CAR.*DT*JB*DT*JB
The display screen for the back up camera, heating/cooling, radio, and all other settings has stopped functioning. The screen comes on, but with flashing static lines in the screen instead of the proper display. This makes it very hard to reverse at night, and downright dangerous... the screen can't be turned off, so when you put the engine in reverse, the screen automatically comes on and can't b…
MY RADIO/SCREEN RANDOMLY TURNS OFF FOR NO REASON. THIS STARTED SHORTLY AFTER PURCHASE IN AUG 2019
SUPPOSEDLY SOME RODENTS OR SOMETHING CHEWED THE WIRES IN THE JEEP AND THE EVAP, PROBABLY BECAUSE OF THE SOY USED IN THE WIRING. THIS RESULTED IN THE FUEL GAUGED INDICATING IT WAS EMPTY EVEN WITH A FULL TANK AND MADE IT FEEL UNSAFE TO DRIVE. NOT SURE OF HOW DANGEROUS OR HAZARDOUS THIS MAY HAVE BEEN BUT IT WAS ALARMING AND THE MANUFACTURER IS NOT TAKING RESPONSIBILITY FOR IT, EVEN THOUGH THEY USED T…
UConnect console has gone out making the rearview camera inoperable. With the requirement of rearview camera but a defective unit to display the rearview camera, jeep is essentially not providing rear view cameras. This is a widespread issue with the Jeep UConnect system
I WAS DRIVING THE VEHICLE ON A BUSY STREET THAT HAS A SPEED LIMIT OF 40 MPH I WAS ON MY WAY TO DROP MY CHILD OFF TO SCHOOL.THE VEHICLE ALL OF A SUDDEN SHUTS OFF COMPLETELY AND I GOT REALLY SCARED SO I HIT THE BRAKES BUT THE BRAKES WERE NOT WORKING THEY LOCKED. I TRIED AGAIN AND THE SECOND TIME THE BRAKES WENT ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR, THEY DID NOT WORK. I WAS SO SCARED I DIDNT KNOW WHAT TO DO I CO…
Common questions
How serious is the electrical problem on the 2019 jeep Renegade?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 23 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $850 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the electrical typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $850 for electrical repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to electrical?
No active recalls currently cover electrical issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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