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2021 Jeep Renegade problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

A typical year for this model

The 2021 Jeep Renegade sits mid-pack among Renegade years: 103 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 114, with 2 recalls and no defect investigations.

Electrical System leads the complaint categories with 26 reports (25% of the total). In government crash testing it earned 4 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

103

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

4

Crash-involved

2

Fires reported

3

Injuries

0

Deaths

4

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2021 compare to other Renegade years?

Renegade NHTSA complaints by model year, 2021 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, 2021 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2021 Jeep Renegade problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System2625%
Other1817%
Driver Assistance1717%
Engine99%
Airbags77%
Transmission66%
Steering44%
Brakes33%
Seat Belts33%
Visibility & Wipers22%
Speed Control22%
Tires & Wheels22%
Fuel System22%
Body & Structure11%
Lighting11%

Does the 2021 Jeep Renegade have recalls?

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

24V918000Body & StructureDecember 10, 2024 · 2,135 units

Defect

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Jeep Renegade vehicles. The incorrect bumper reverse light assembly may have been installed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Consequence

The incorrect reverse lights may have reduced visibility, and not alert pedestrians and other drivers that the vehicle is backing up, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the bumper reverse light assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 30, 2025. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is D7B.

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Renegade. The contact stated while driving at 65 MPH, several messages were displayed. The contact stated that " Warning. Imminent Engine Failure", " Warning. Side and Front Impacts", " Warning. Low Fuel" and other unknown warning messages were displayed. Additionally,…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · February 9, 2022 · fire

“The radios in these jeep not fair mine start glitching then went out last year can’t afford to fix it there are a lot complaints about radio screens not fair then ur warranty expired cost thousands to fix can’t use nothing camera heated seats nothing this is a problem need to be recalled…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · June 9, 2023

“The contact owned a 2021 Jeep Renegade. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 mph around a curve, the steering wheel went straight, and she attempted to correct it. The lane departure warning with lane keep assist engaged and began to beep and took control of the vehicle. The…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · November 30, 2023 · crash

“The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Renegade. The contact stated while driving at 65 MPH, several messages were displayed. The contact stated that " Warning. Imminent Engine Failure", " Warning. Side and Front Impacts", " Warning. Low Fuel" and other unknown warning messages were displayed. Additionally,…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · February 9, 2022 · fire

“The contact owned a 2021 Jeep Renegade. The contact stated that while driving on the highway at 25 MPH when another vehicle crashed into the rear at an unknown high rate of speed. The passenger side bumper edge was damaged as well as the rear passenger side door. The contact vehicle was propelled 6…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · August 5, 2024 · crash

2021 Jeep Renegade — common questions

Is the 2021 Jeep Renegade reliable?

It is close to typical for the Renegade: 103 NHTSA complaints, 2 recalls, and no investigations on file.

What are the most common 2021 Renegade problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (26 complaints), other (18 complaints), driver assistance (17 complaints).

Does the 2021 Jeep Renegade have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2021 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.

How safe is the 2021 Jeep Renegade?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2021 Jeep Renegade earned an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars.

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.