Ask the seller for proof the repair was completed, or run the free VIN check. Recall repairs are done at no cost by a dealer.
Recalls
Safety issues the manufacturer must repair for free. A recall means confirm the fix was done, not walk away.
Airbags recall
A front seat air bag that does not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will repair the connection, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning August 27, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 82B.
- Status
- Remedy available. Confirm by VIN that this repair was completed.
- What to do
- Enter the VIN on NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm this car was repaired.
Brakes recall
A cracked right rear brake caliper can fail, reducing braking performance and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- 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.
- Status
- Remedy available. Confirm by VIN that this repair was completed.
- What to do
- Enter the VIN on NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm this car was repaired.
Safety recall
The lingering rearview image can distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will update the radio display software, free of charge. Optionally, owners can choose to remotely update their software via an Over-The-Air (OTA) update available as of May 1, 2020. The recall began April 27, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W30-W37.
- Status
- Corrected automatically through an over-the-air software update.
- What to do
- Enter the VIN on NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm this car was repaired.
Owner complaints by system
Unverified reports owners filed with NHTSA, grouped by the part of the car. Useful for spotting patterns. Open a group to read recent examples.
Engine & powertrain
25
Most reports here involve sudden stalling. Of these, 2 mention a crash.
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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.
Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11704182 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov
Electrical & infotainment
18
Most reports here involve software faults. Of these, 1 mention a crash, 1 mention an injury.
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Infotainment system is highly defective even after replacement. The screen goes black, shows white lines and you're left unable to use your backup camera! After doing research this problem stems all the way back to 2016 renegades with the same system.
Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11727696 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov
Brakes
4
Most reports here involve unintended acceleration. Of these, 2 mention a crash, 2 mention an injury.
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The contact owns a 2020 Jeep Renegade. The contact stated while driving approximately 2 MPH, the Emergency Automatic Braking independently activated and the vehicle came to a complete stop. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent. The vehicle was towed to the dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 41,000.
Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11463839 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov
Steering, suspension & tires
5
Most reports here involve software faults.
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Radio needed replacement, transmission was replaced under lease contract, Rack & Pinion replaced, Steering & Suspension R/F Axle replacement needs to be done, part is on back order until September 2025-This is very dangerous. There should be recalls on the above is the part is on back order there are many issues with this these parts. This car has too many issues its only a 2020.
Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11673675 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov
Airbags & seat belts
7
Most reports here involve airbags not deploying. Of these, 5 mention a crash, 7 mention an injury.
Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11716616 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov
Structure & body
3
Most reports here involve other issues.
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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 was not repaired. The local dealer and manufacturer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 50,000.
Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11631400 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov
How does it compare with other years? The 2020 has 62 complaints on file, fewer than the 2019 (79) and fewer than the 2021 (66). Of the 9 model years of the Jeep Renegade we cover, the 2017 has the most (564). Older model years have had longer to collect complaints.