Jeep Renegade years to avoid and best years
Newer Jeep Renegade years have fewer owner complaints per year than the older ones. 2017 has the most complaints per year, at 86 (564 complaints). 2015 through 2018 are in that same range. From 2019 on, complaints per year fall. Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2023 at 6 (from 20 complaints), 2019 at 6 (from 79 complaints), and 2022 at 6 (from 26 complaints). On the 2017 Jeep Renegade, 122 of 564 complaints name Engine.
Data as of .
Jeep Renegade reliability by year
Each year is complaints filed in that year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. A model year younger than 3 years is too early to compare, so it is left out of the years named as having the fewest or the most complaints. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market Jeep Renegade. How we count.
By model year
| Year | Per year on the road | Complaints | Recalls | Most-filed complaint | Avg. combined MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 → Fewest | 6 | 20 | 2 | Air bags, Seat belts | 25 |
| 2022 → Fewest | 6 | 26 | 2 | Electrical system | 25.7 |
| 2021 → | 8 | 67 | 2 | Electrical system | 25.2 |
| 2020 → | 8 | 62 | 3 | Engine | 25.2 |
| 2019 → Fewest | 6 | 79 | 4 | Electrical system | 25.2 |
| 2018 → | 69 | 442 | 2 | Engine | 25.2 |
| 2017 → Most | 86 | 564 | 3 | Engine | 25.3 |
| 2016 → | 49 | 430 | 2 | Engine | 25.5 |
| 2015 → | 57 | 511 | 4 | Powertrain | 25.5 |
Years with a → link have a full model-year page.
What owners file about
Generations
- Body styles
- SUV
- Oil
- 0W-20 (1.3L turbo and 2.4L); 5W-40 (1.6L diesel where equipped) · 4.8 qt capacity
- Tire size
- 215/60R17 to 225/55R18 (trim dependent)
Known issues for this generation
NHTSA campaign 18V731000. Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Jeep Renegade 4X2 flex fuel/E85 vehicles equipped with a 2.4L engine. In certain operating conditions such as high power demand in conjunction with high altitude and/or high ambient temperatures, a manufacturing error in the fuel pump assembly may result in a loss of fuel pressure. A loss of fuel pressure can cause a stall, increasing the risk of a crash. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began April 26, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is UB2.
Frequently asked questions
Which Jeep Renegade years have fewer owner complaints?
Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2023 at 6 (from 20 complaints), 2019 at 6 (from 79 complaints), and 2022 at 6 (from 26 complaints).
Which Jeep Renegade year has the most owner complaints?
2017 has the most complaints per year, at 86 (564 complaints). 2015 through 2018 are in that same range. On the 2017 Jeep Renegade, 122 of 564 complaints name Engine.
How do Jeep Renegade owner complaints compare by year?
Newer Jeep Renegade years have fewer owner complaints per year than the older ones. From 2019 on, complaints per year fall.
What oil does a Renegade take?
Viscosity and capacity depend on engine and model year; use the generation specs here and confirm in the owner’s manual.
What generation is the 2018 Jeep Renegade?
BU generation (2015-2023) for the US Renegade years this site tracks.
What tire sizes does a Jeep Renegade use?
Common US fits run about 215/60R17 to 225/55R18 depending on trim.