Is the Jeep Renegade Reliable?
2015–2023 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Jeep Renegade Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 | 23 | — | — | 89 | Excellent |
| 2022 | 1 | 27 | — | — | 87 | Excellent |
| 2021 | 1 | 59 | 1 | — | 86 | Excellent |
| 2020 | 0 | 43 | 12 | — | 78 | Good |
| 2019 | 2 | 50 | 7 | — | 74 | Good |
| 2018 | 1 | 339 | 7 | — | 72 | Good |
| 2017 | 2 | 461 | 10 | — | 66 | Good |
| 2016 | 1 | 313 | 12 | — | 74 | Good |
| 2015 | 3 | 405 | 3 | — | 71 | Good |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Renegade Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Renegade scores 9 points above the average suv — a strong result.
Known Jeep Renegade Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 1720 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Jeep Renegade reliable?+
The Jeep Renegade scores 77/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 9 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 12 recall campaigns and 1720 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Renegade is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2023 Renegade achieved the highest reliability score of 89/100 with 1 recall and 23 complaints.
How many miles does a Renegade last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Jeep Renegade owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Renegade will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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