2020 Jeep Renegade
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Engine
Engine leads by volume: 21 of 62 complaints (34%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Airbags & Restraints include more reported injuries (8) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed fell from 79 in 2019 to 62 in 2020.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | vs. 2020 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,500–3,000 | 2,300–2,600 | 2,300–2,600 | 2,300–2,600 | 2,300–2,600 | |
| Combined MPG | 24–26 | 24–27 | 24–27 | 24–27 | 24–27 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 21–24 / 29–31 | 21–24 / 27–32 | 21–24 / 27–32 | 21–24 / 27–32 | 22–24 / 27–32 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 336–371 | 328–371 | 328–371 | 307–372 | 329–372 | |
| Complaints filed | 442 | 79 | 62 | 66 | 26 | |
| Recalls issued | 2 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 2 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 16 | 9 | 10 | 3 | 1 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 8 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 13 | 5 | 10 | 2 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 |
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 2020 Jeep Renegade have?
3 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2020 Jeep Renegade?
Engine: 21 of 62 NHTSA complaints (34%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2020 Jeep Renegade get?
EPA rates it 24–27 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2020 Jeep Renegade?
EPA estimates $2,300–$2,600 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (5)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 9-spd | 4 | 1.3L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 24 mpg (high) | 32 mpg (high) | 27 mpg (high) | $2,300 (low) | 328 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic 9-spd | 4 | 2.4L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 22 mpg | 30 mpg | 25 mpg | $2,500 | 357 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic 9-spd | 4 | 1.3L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 23 mpg | 29 mpg | 26 mpg | $2,400 | 348 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic 9-spd | 4 | 2.4L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 21 mpg (low) | 29 mpg | 24 mpg (low) | $2,600 (high) | 371 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 5 | Automatic 9-spd | 4 | 1.3L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 22 mpg | 27 mpg (low) | 24 mpg (low) | $2,600 (high) | 370 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 21 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 14 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Brakes | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 8 | 5 | 0 | 8 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 7 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 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 (3)
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL; SEAT BELTS:FRONT · Campaign 24V510000 · Jul 5, 2024
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2024 Alfa Romeo Giulia, 2018-2025 Alfa Romeo Stelvio, 2019-2023 Fiat 500X, Jeep Renegade, and 2024 Fiat 500E vehicles. A seat belt buckle switch sensor may be improperly connected, preventing the front seat air bag from deploying as intended.
Consequence: 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.
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA · Campaign 20V191000 · Apr 2, 2020
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2020 Jeep Gladiator and Jeep Cherokee, 2019-2020 Ram 1500 Pickup, Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, Chrysler Pacifica, Dodge Durango, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Wrangler, and Jeep Renegade and 2019 Dodge Challenger vehicles equipped with 8.4" or 12" radio displays. A software error can cause the rearview camera image to remain displayed after the vehicle has been shifted out of reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
Consequence: 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.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER · Campaign 19V909000 · Dec 19, 2019
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2020 Jeep Renegade and Fiat 500X vehicles. The right rear brake caliper could have been fractured during the casting process.
Consequence: 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.