This page covers 3 recalls, 61 owner complaints, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2021 Jeep Renegade.
24–26 mpg combined
9–9.8 L/100km
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 2 tested variants for this model year.
4/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
Electrical system complaints dominate what 2021 Renegade owners report, with the infotainment screen being the most common flashpoint. Owners frequently describe the display going completely black, showing distorted lines, or becoming unresponsive, and because the backup camera and climate controls route through that same screen, losing it takes out multiple functions at once. Soft resets and battery disconnects don't consistently restore the screen, and several owners report the issue recurring after temporary fixes. Forward collision avoidance generates the second-most complaints, with owners describing unexpected warnings, system dropouts, or the feature behaving erratically during normal driving. Engine complaints are fewer but include reports of rough running and stalling. One isolated report describes a fuel line rubbing against an adjacent pipe and leaking, though that pattern does not appear across multiple complaints. The blank or glitching infotainment screen with a dead backup camera is clearly the most consistent symptom owners flag on this model year.
61
Total Complaints
3
Crash-Related
1
Fire-Related
2
With Injuries
By System
The 2021 Jeep Renegade has 3 recalls, the most serious involving a front seatbelt buckle sensor that may not connect properly, which can prevent the front airbag from deploying in a crash.
The remaining two recalls both stem from the same issue: an incorrect reverse light assembly may have been installed on the rear bumper, resulting in backup lights that are the wrong color or brightness. Other drivers and pedestrians may not clearly recognize when the vehicle is reversing, raising the risk of a collision.
At a glance
What can fail
The backup lamp assembly installed on your vehicle may be incorrect, causing the backup lamps to display the wrong color when reversing instead of the required white.
What the fix does
FCA Canada will send you a notice. Take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect the backup lamp assembly and replace it if needed.
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Driver Assistance
Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Based on 2 tested variants; worst-case ratings shown.
Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The reverse light assembly in the rear bumper may be incorrect, causing the reverse lights to not function properly or meet safety standards.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and replace the bumper reverse light assembly at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The front seat belt buckle switch sensor may be improperly connected, which can prevent the front seat air bag from deploying in a crash.
What the fix does
Dealers will repair the sensor connection at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
