The Verdict
Worst problem area
Engine
Engine leads by volume: 180 of 431 complaints (42%) mention it.
Complaints filed fell from 512 in 2015 to 431 in 2016.
At a glance
- NHTSA complaints
- 431
- Recall campaigns
- 2
- EPA fuel cost per year
- $2,500–$3,000
- Combined MPG
- 24–27
Complaints by model year
Where owners report problems
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Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | vs. 2016 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,500–3,000 | 2,500–3,000 | 2,500–3,000 | 2,500–3,000 | |
| Combined MPG | 24–27 | 24–27 | 24–26 | 24–26 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 21–24 / 29–31 | 21–24 / 29–31 | 21–24 / 29–31 | 21–24 / 29–31 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 334–371 | 334–371 | 336–371 | 336–371 | |
| Complaints filed | 512 | 431 | 567 | 444 | |
| Recalls issued | 4 | 2 | 3 | 2 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 8 | 9 | 23 | 16 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 8 | 10 | 5 | 8 | |
| Injuries reported | 1 | 15 | 16 | 13 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2016 Jeep Renegade have?
2 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Nov 7, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2016 Jeep Renegade?
Engine: 180 of 431 NHTSA complaints (42%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2016 Jeep Renegade get?
EPA rates it 24–27 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2016 Jeep Renegade?
EPA estimates $2,500–$3,000 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (4)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 1.4L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 24 mpg (high) | 31 mpg (high) | 26 mpg | $3,000 (high) | 336 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic 9-spd | 4 | 2.4L | Front-Wheel Drive | Gasoline or E85 | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 22 mpg | 30 mpg | 25 mpg | $2,500 (low) | 357 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 1.4L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 24 mpg (high) | 31 mpg (high) | 27 mpg (high) | $2,850 | 334 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic 9-spd | 4 | 2.4L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 21 mpg (low) | 29 mpg (low) | 24 mpg (low) | $2,600 | 371 g/mi (high) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 180 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 74 | 3 | 0 | 7 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 28 | 1 | 1 | 7 | 0 |
| Electrical | 119 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
| Brakes | 45 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Steering | 15 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 22 | 3 | 0 | 6 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 32 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 17 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 34 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 78 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (2)
TRAILER HITCHES
- Defect
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Jeep Renegade vehicles manufactured August 25, 2014, to June 25, 2016, equipped with a factory-installed optional trailer hitch package. The trailer hitch assembly may have been attached with only a single fastener per side, not three per side as required.
- Consequence
- Without the proper amount of fasteners, the trailer hitch assembly may separate from the vehicle, and any towed vehicle may no longer be properly connected, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install two additional fasteners per side, free of charge. The recall began on October 13, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S62.
SUSPENSION:REAR
- Defect
- Daystar Products International, Inc. (Daystar) is recalling certain aftermarket replacement rear control arm brackets included in Daystar's 2015-2016 Jeep Renegade 1.5" spacer kit, part KJ09168BK, shipped from Daystar to distributors between October 27, 2015 and November 5, 2015. The affected spacers may have improper or incomplete welds on the top flange on the rear control arm bracket, that can allow the rear axle to shift while driving.
- Consequence
- If the axle moves there could be an increased risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Daystar will notify owners, and direct them to repair shops to have the brackets inspected and replaced as needed, free of charge. The recall began on March 11, 2016. Owners may contact Daystar customer service at 1-623-907-0081 or by email at Jbilyeu@daystarweb.com. Daystar's number for this recall is 16-01.