Problems · NHTSA complaints

2019 Jeep Renegade problems

Owners filed 80 complaints about the 2019 Jeep Renegade with NHTSA between Jul 2019 and Oct 2026. The most-cited component is electrical system (27).

Complaints
80
Filed with NHTSA
Crashes
9
Reported by owners
Fires
1
Reported by owners
Injuries
5
People reported injured
Deaths
0
Reported to NHTSA
01 —By component

Complaints by component

One complaint can cite several components
  1. Electrical system27
  2. Engine15
  3. Air bags9
  4. Power train7
  5. Seat belts7
  6. Service brakes6
  7. Back over prevention4
  8. Exterior lighting3
  9. Visibility/wiper3
  10. Vehicle speed control3
  11. Seats3
  12. Tires3
  13. Fuel/propulsion system2
  14. Forward collision avoidance2

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Oct 28, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
02 —Trend

When complaints were filed

Does it get worse with age? Complaints per calendar year filed
View as table
Model yearComplaints filed per calendar year
20194
202010
20214
20229
202311
202416
202518
20268

Mileage at failure isn’t a structured field in NHTSA complaint data, so we don’t chart it. Some owners mention it in their reports below.

03 —Owner reports

Top problems in owners’ words

Verbatim from NHTSA complaints, newest first

Electrical system

27 reports1 crash
“My Screen went out on my Jeep renegade a few years after I bought it new. I brought it up to Mopar and they did nothing. I do not have a backup camera due to this. Not having a backup camera maker driving more difficult. I have read 1,000's of people with same issue.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 17, 2026Electrical systemODI 11771874

Engine

15 reports3 crashes
“Widespread Vehicle air pump failure in Jeep renegade is causing significant oil leakage and results in unsafe vehicle failure. This is reported across multiple forums as well as my own vehicle, which became disabled on the interstate. Upon inspection dealers are noting no oil even with scheduled oil changes and recommending full replacement of pump which has significant burden of cost”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Feb 13, 2026EngineODI 11717806

Air bags

9 reports6 crashes3 related recalls
“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”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled May 8, 2026Air bagsCrash reportedODI 11736655

Power train

7 reports1 crash
“am writing to formally report multiple serious issues with my 2019 Jeep Renegade (VIN: [XXX] ). I take good care of my vehicle, but it has been experiencing rough shifts, lurching and jerking during acceleration, loud noises from the engine or transmission, hesitation, unexpected power loss, and it frequently displays a warning that the license plate light is off. Recently, the car overheated and required a water pump replacement, and since then it emits a burning hose smell. Additionally, the driver’s seat does not lock properly, and the radio often turns off and on by itself. These ongoing problems not only compromise the safety, reliability, and proper functioning of my vehicle but also create a significant financial burden. I am requesting an immediate inspection and resolution, and I would appreciate guidance on the next steps or the earliest available appointment for service. A prompt response is important, as these issues pose a serious safety risk while driving.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Dec 22, 2025Power train, Exterior lighting, Seat beltsODI 11706621

Seat belts

7 reports1 crash
“Took vehicle to Litha Jeep in Missoula Montana. They failed to do the recall and made it worse. Now the un-fasened seat belt alarm keeps alarming even when the seat belt is engaged.They also scratched the riverside passenger door and foot long deep scratch I have no faith they can fix any recall correctly since they didn't even bother to test it”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jun 13, 2025Seat beltsODI 11666667

Service brakes

6 reports1 crash
“This is the 2nd time I am repairing the left rear light that controls the signal, brake and parking light. The wires are burnt to the bulb. There is condensation in the light. Not accident related. I note that there is a potential recall but not officially.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jul 5, 2025Electrical system, Exterior lighting, Service brakesODI 11671327
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Oct 28, 2026

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.