The Lemon Index2020 Jeep Renegade.
The 2020 Jeep Renegade is better than average by owner complaints: 34 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 57, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about engine, it has 3 recalls, and it gets 24 to 27 mpg combined. The best Jeep Renegade year is 2019.
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 62 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Jeep Renegade year. 2020 is highlighted. Lower is better.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
When owners reported problems. From owner complaints to the government.
Most owners who filed a complaint with NHTSA had 4K to 25K miles on the car (19 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
Recalls 3
- airbags 2024
A seat belt buckle switch sensor may be improperly connected, preventing the front seat air bag from deploying as intended.
- back over prevention 2020
A software error can cause the rearview camera image to remain displayed after the vehicle has been shifted out of reverse.
- brakes 2019
The right rear brake caliper could have been fractured during the casting process.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Problems Jeep told dealers about
Jeep sent dealers 329 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- SEAL KIT, Fuel Injector (Special Tool Kit) When fuel injectors are removed and reinstalled for…
- Intelligent Battery Sensor-IBS Installation, Battery Charging Message, Start Stop Charging…
- Customer complaint may include MIL/Check Engine lamp
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jeep Renegade SUV AWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★☆☆ |
| Jeep Renegade SUV FWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $2400–2700 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 1.3L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl.
In owners' words
The pcv-(pressure control valve) works like a diaphragm breathing in and out, which then blocks liquid from entering the air intake and manifold.
2020 Jeep Renegade owner · NHTSA complaint 11415756
More owner reports
The pcv will only work in one direction on the crankshaft/camshaft intake!
NHTSA complaint 11415802
Camshaft pcv-(pressure control valve) doesn't work properly=(in wrong direction). Asking for a recall. Can cause accident because of low idle and improper vacum in brakes causing them to fail.
NHTSA complaint 11415751
Quick answers
Is the 2020 Jeep Renegade reliable?
Yes, better than average by government complaints. It drew 1.8× fewer complaints than average filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 57; 100 is average, lower is better). The best Jeep Renegade year by this measure is 2019.
What are the most common 2020 Jeep Renegade problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are engine (35%), electrical (21%) and transmission & drivetrain (18%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2020 Jeep Renegade have?
3 safety recalls (latest: airbags). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2020 Jeep Renegade get?
24 to 27 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2020 Jeep Renegade safe?
NHTSA gave it 4 out of 5 stars overall in its best tested version. Ratings differ by body style, and the full table is on the advanced page.
Does the 2020 Jeep Renegade have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues make up 18% of its owner complaints.
How much does the 2020 Jeep Renegade cost in fuel a year?
About $2400 to $2700 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2020 Jeep Renegade have?
1.3L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl.
What Jeep Renegade year is better than the 2020?
By owner complaints per car sold, the best recent years are 2019, 2022 and 2020.
Lemon Index = safety complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model year. 100 is average; lower is better. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works