The Lemon Index2023 Jeep Renegade.
The 2023 Jeep Renegade is so far one of the most reliable years by owner complaints: 20 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 47, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about electrical, it has 2 recalls, and it gets 24 to 26 mpg combined. The best Jeep Renegade year is 2019.
Early read
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 20 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Jeep Renegade year. 2023 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 10K to 28K miles on the car (5 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
Recalls 2
- lights 2024
The incorrect bumper reverse light assembly may have been installed.
- airbags 2024
A seat belt buckle switch sensor may be improperly connected, preventing the front seat air bag from deploying as intended.
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 165 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)
- "Plant Mode Activated Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination
- Battery Drain Suspected or "Identified" From USB or Media Hub
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 | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★☆☆ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $2450–2700 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 1.3L 4-cyl.
In owners' words
Seatbelt airbags braking system auto start lights all come on when I start it and when Iâm driving, Also had the front collision camera put me in at a complete stop when going 45 mph and sent me into the steering wheel
2023 Jeep Renegade owner · NHTSA complaint 11589321
More owner 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.
NHTSA complaint 11708044
When I speed up at times my cars engine will rev weird and when I go to back up the main screen is burned into the screen.
NHTSA complaint 11686528
Quick answers
Is the 2023 Jeep Renegade reliable?
It's too early to be sure. So far it has drawn 2.1× fewer complaints than average per car sold, against other 2023 cars after the same time on the road (early Lemon Index 47; 100 is average). The best Jeep Renegade year by this measure is 2019.
What are the most common 2023 Jeep Renegade problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are electrical (50%), automatic emergency braking (35%) and seat belts (25%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2023 Jeep Renegade have?
2 safety recalls (latest: lights). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2023 Jeep Renegade get?
24 to 26 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2023 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 2023 Jeep Renegade have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues aren't among its top 5 complaint areas.
How much does the 2023 Jeep Renegade cost in fuel a year?
About $2450 to $2700 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2023 Jeep Renegade have?
1.3L 4-cyl.
What Jeep Renegade year is better than the 2023?
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