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2019 Jeep Renegade problems

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A typical year for this model

The 2019 Jeep Renegade sits mid-pack among Renegade years: 114 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 114, with 4 recalls and no defect investigations.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across electrical system (26), other (17), and engine (15), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.

114

NHTSA complaints

4

Recalls

0

Investigations

16

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

9

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2019 compare to other Renegade years?

Renegade NHTSA complaints by model year, 2019 highlighted921 complaints2015: 796 complaints2016: 668 complaints2017: 921 complaints2018: 693 complaints2019: 114 complaints2020: 90 complaints2021: 103 complaints2022: 42 complaints2023: 43 complaints
Renegade NHTSA complaints by model year, 2019 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2019 Jeep Renegade problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System2623%
Other1715%
Engine1513%
Airbags98%
Driver Assistance98%
Transmission76%
Seat Belts76%
Brakes65%
Tires & Wheels44%
Seats33%
Speed Control33%
Visibility & Wipers22%
Lighting22%
Body & Structure22%
Fuel System22%

Does the 2019 Jeep Renegade have recalls?

4 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

24V510000Seat BeltsJuly 3, 2024 · 337,128 units

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.

20V191000Driver AssistanceSeptember 10, 2020 · 319,610 units

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.

19V438000AirbagsJune 11, 2019 · 869 units

Defect

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Jeep Renegade vehicles equipped with the Upland trim package. The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) may have been incorrectly calibrated.

Consequence

The miscalibrated ORC may incorrectly deploy the air bags during a frontal crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ORC. The recall began September 24, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V73.

19V287000AirbagsApril 10, 2019 · 25,004 units

Defect

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Jeep Renegade and Fiat 500X vehicles. Incorrect software may cause the occupant restraint controller (ORC) module to disable certain passive safety features.

Consequence

Deactivated passive safety features can increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the ORC module software, free of charge. The recall began May 2, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler's customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V42.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“2019 RENEGADE OWNER HAD SOFTWARE ISSUES SINCE DAY 1 - CHRONIC ISSUES ARE A DISTRACTION & UNSAFE & YES I CRASHED THE CAR DUE TO THAT DISTRACTION. HEATED SEATS SHUT OFF FOR NO REASON. REMOTE SERVICES WOULDN'T WORK RADIO HAD TO BE REPLACED & NOW HEATED SEATS STAY ON BUT NOW MY STOP N GO DOESN'T WORK…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · May 6, 2019 · crash

“Screen has bubbling starting to appear on it, ghost touch is activating every button on the screen. Doesn’t stop when restarted and causes for navigation system to be hindered. This is a safety hazard because it is spreading across the screen and could potentially cause navigations and air…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · October 1, 2025

“The contact owns a 2019 Jeep Renegade Latitude. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 25-30 mph, there was another vehicle coming in the opposite direction onto a steep curve on the road. The contact steered right to avoid hitting the other vehicle and ended up hitting a tree that…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · May 10, 2021 · crash

“The contact owns a 2019 Jeep Renegade. The contact stated that the rear-view camera was inoperable and that the display screen was not fully functional. The dealer was made aware of the failure; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · November 1, 2024

“I was involved in a car accident where the driver lost control of the vehicle during this disaster we were struck by an 18 wheeler. Then hit numerous of trees and bushes totaling out the vehicle i was in”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · April 18, 2026 · crash

2019 Jeep Renegade — common questions

Is the 2019 Jeep Renegade reliable?

It is close to typical for the Renegade: 114 NHTSA complaints, 4 recalls, and no investigations on file.

What are the most common 2019 Renegade problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (26 complaints), other (17 complaints), engine (15 complaints).

Does the 2019 Jeep Renegade have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns affecting the 2019 Jeep Renegade. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Jeep Renegade years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Renegade years to avoid are 2017, 2015, 2018, 2016. The cleanest record among Renegade years belongs to 2022.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.