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2023 Jeep Renegade problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Among the better years

The 2023 Jeep Renegade is among the quieter years of the Renegade on NHTSA's books: 43 complaints (62% below the model's median year), 2 recalls, and no open investigations.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across driver assistance (10), electrical system (10), and seat belts (5), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect. In government crash testing it earned 4 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

43

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

4

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2023 compare to other Renegade years?

Renegade NHTSA complaints by model year, 2023 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, 2023 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2023 Jeep Renegade problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Driver Assistance1023%
Electrical System1023%
Seat Belts512%
Airbags49%
Engine37%
Transmission25%
Brakes25%
Other25%
Speed Control25%
Steering12%
Tires & Wheels12%
Latches & Locks12%

Does the 2023 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.

“While driving, the auto stop/start light illuminated, the airbag light illuminated and the auto parking brake illuminated. The seat belt sign also lit up and would continuously chime even through the seatbelt was plugged in. All the indications would intermittently come on and off.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · August 18, 2024

“The vehicle warning lights are on, for example the brake lights and turn signal, when these are working. The seat belt alarm goes off when seat belts are on. Vehicle has turned off when in an idled state. I have gone in to get these issues fixed and they came back. ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · July 25, 2024

“While driving, the auto stop/start light illuminated, the airbag light illuminated and the auto parking brake illuminated. The seat belt sign also lit up and would continuously chime even through the seatbelt was plugged in. All the indications would intermittently come on and off.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Seat Belts · August 18, 2024

“While driving, the auto stop/start light illuminated, the airbag light illuminated and the auto parking brake illuminated. The seat belt sign also lit up and would continuously chime even through the seatbelt was plugged in. All the indications would intermittently come on and off.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · August 18, 2024

“Engine continuously leaks oil. Oil is all over under carriage. This has been a recurring problem that the dealer has tried to fix. Oil is all over our garage floor. If we do not monitor the oil level it could run out of oil. This vehicle is one year old and has had one recall and five attempts to…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · December 30, 2024

2023 Jeep Renegade — common questions

Is the 2023 Jeep Renegade reliable?

Its record is better than the model's norm: 43 NHTSA complaints, below the typical Renegade year, with 2 recalls and no open investigations.

What are the most common 2023 Renegade problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are driver assistance (10 complaints), electrical system (10 complaints), seat belts (5 complaints).

Does the 2023 Jeep Renegade have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2023 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 2023 Jeep Renegade?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2023 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.