Research · Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD

2023 Jeep RenegadeRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls and 21 owner complaints for the 2023 Jeep Renegade. Most complaints involve electrical system (11) and forward collision avoidance (5). The EPA rates it 24–26 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 4 stars overall.

Combined MPG
24–26mpg
EPA · 2 versions
NHTSA overall
4of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
2campaigns
Latest Dec 2024
Owner complaints
21
Top: electrical system
Fuel cost / yr
$2,400est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

2 NHTSA campaigns · applies to some vehicles, check your VIN

Exterior lighting: back up lights

Free remedy

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."

Exterior lightingReported Dec 10, 2024NHTSA 24V918000

Air bags: frontal

Free remedy

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.

Air bagsReported Jul 3, 2024NHTSA 24V510000
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 10, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

21 complaints filed with NHTSA · May 2024 – Oct 2026
  1. Electrical system11
  2. Forward collision avoidance5
  3. Seat belts5
  4. Engine4
  5. Air bags4
  6. Power train3
  7. Lane departure2
  8. Vehicle speed control2
  9. Parking brake1

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

By model year

Complaints for each Renegade model year we’ve synced.

View as table
Model yearNHTSA complaints
2015512
2016431
2017566
2018444
201980
202064
202167
202228
202321
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 10, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Electrical system

11 reports
“Vehicle intermittently drops engine power. Dealership found 35 stored fault codes and vehicle has repeatedly blown the F03 fuse causing a no start condition. This has happened repeatedly making this vehicle a severe collision hazard. Dealership, Southern Dodge Chrysler Jeep Fiat, Norfolk Virginia has not found the root cause after 400.00 dollars in diagnostic fee's. Manufacturer Stallantis opened a case number then closed the case number due to the dealership not able to duplicate issue in the service bay.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 30, 2026Power train, Electrical system, EngineODI 11774609

Forward collision avoidance

5 reports
“When driving we can be a football field distance away from any moving vehicle and then forward collision safety feature activates. This has happened several times and could have ended badly if someone was behind us in traffic.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Dec 31, 2025Forward collision avoidanceODI 11708044

Seat belts

5 reports
“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.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Aug 19, 2024Electrical system, Air bags, Seat beltsODI 11609287
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 10, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

2 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Engines
1.3L 4-cyl turbo
Transmissions
Automatic 9-spd
Drive
All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Regular Gasoline

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 10, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Renegade 4WD
Auto 9-spd, 4 cyl, 1.3 L, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
232926$2,400347
Renegade Trailhawk 4WD
Auto 9-spd, 4 cyl, 1.3 L, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
222724$2,600372
  • Renegade 4WD
    Auto 9-spd, 4 cyl, 1.3 L, Turbo
    23 city · 29 hwy · $2,400/yr
    26
    mpg comb.
  • Renegade Trailhawk 4WD
    Auto 9-spd, 4 cyl, 1.3 L, Turbo
    22 city · 27 hwy · $2,600/yr
    24
    mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 10, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

1 tested variant
Overall rating
4/ 5
4 of 5
Jeep Renegade SUV AWD
Frontal crash
4 of 5
Side crash
4 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
3 of 5
Rollover risk
22.8%
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 10, 2026Vehicle 19362
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2023 Renegade questions

How many recalls does the 2023 Jeep Renegade have?

2 safety recalls as of Nov 10, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.

What are the most common 2023 Jeep Renegade problems?

Owners filed 21 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are electrical system (11), forward collision avoidance (5), seat belts (5). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2023 Jeep Renegade get?

The EPA rates the 2023 Jeep Renegade at 24–26 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (2 versions rated).

How safe is the 2023 Jeep Renegade?

NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2023 Jeep Renegade 4 out of 5 stars overall.

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 10, 2026