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ProblemsByVin File / 2020-JEEP-RENEGADE
2020 · jeep

jeep Renegade problems

1 safety recall. 62 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
7.8 / 10

Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.

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Top trouble spots 4 categories with 3+ complaints

electrical
12 reports · avg $850
severe
engine
11 reports · avg $3,100
severe
powertrain
7 reports · avg $2,500
moderate
airbags
5 reports · avg $1,100
severe

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2020 Renegade · body
The contact owns a 2020 Jeep Renegade. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the rear passenger’s side window exterior weather strip failed and caused rainwater to enter the vehicle while driving. The cause of the failure was not yet determined, and the vehicle…
12/18/2024 · NHTSA ODI #11631400.0
2020 Renegade · airbags Crash
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 JEEP RENEGADE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 40 MPH ANOTHER VEHICLE TURNED IN FRONT OF HIS VEHICLE AND CAUSED THE CONTACT TO CRASH INTO THE PASSENGER SIDE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY AND THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED FROM THE CRASH SITE. THE…
12/14/2020 · NHTSA ODI #11383310.0
2020 Renegade · engine
My 2020 Jeep Renegade has been burning a quart of oil every 1,000 miles or so. Im sure many people do not check it as consistently as i do. Burning oil im sure is hard on the spark plugs, catalitic converters, and the emissions.
12/10/2025 · NHTSA ODI #11704182.0
2020 Renegade · engine
ON 4 SEPARATE OCCASIONS, TRAVELING AROUND 45-60 MPH, THE ENGINE WENT INTO WHAT WAS DESCRIBED AS "LIMP MODE" AND THE SPEED DECREASED TO 20 MPH WITH THE TACH READING ~6500 AND WAS NOT ABLE TO ATTAIN AND MAINTAIN SAFE TRAVELING SPEEDS. THE FIRST THREE OCCASIONS WERE ON A RURAL…
12/09/2020 · NHTSA ODI #11382755.0

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Active recalls showing 1 of 1

severe NHTSA 19V909000 19/12/2019

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2020 Jeep Renegade and Fiat 500X vehicles

A cracked right rear brake caliper can fail, reducing braking performance and increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the right rear brake calipers, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 7, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is VE8.

Common questions

Is the 2020 Jeep Renegade reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.8 out of 10 based on 62 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2020 Jeep Renegade is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

What's the most common problem on the 2020 Jeep Renegade?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is electrical, with 12 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The electrical is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Jeep Renegade has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2020 Jeep Renegade?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 62 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $850, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.

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