Last updated: 2026-10-10

RELIABILITY SCORE: 75/100 (GOOD)

2019 Jeep Renegade Reliability Report

The 2019 Jeep Renegade has a good reliability standing, but its touchscreen is the weak spot, often failing between 58,000 and 80,000 miles.

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Recalls

Complaints

Complaint Rate

10per 10,000 sold

Est. Repair Cost

$498

Annual Fuel Cost

$2,200–$2,500

Detailed Score Breakdown

Complaint Severity67/100

Component-weighted complaints normalized by sales volume

Repair Costs80/100

Independent repair cost ratings

Recall Impact71/100

Recall count weighted by severity

Issue Diversity87/100

Breadth of reported problem categories

The Verdict

Consider

Draws far fewer complaints than 2018 and sits mid-pack among Renegade years, though touchscreen failures and four recalls, including air bag items, mark it.

Top Issues to Watch

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (23)
ENGINE (8)
AIR BAGS (7)

Generation & Refresh (US)

Refresh Year

2019 received a 2019 facelift update for the First generation (BU).

Changes: Updated front and rear bumpers; New LED headlamps; Revised infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay; New engine options (2.4L Tigershark engine remains available).
Year 5 in this generation (2015–2023).
1st generation Renegade (US).

What this means for buyers

Refresh years bring updates but can also introduce new issues. Check early recall data before buying.

2015: First generation (BU) Launch

Generation start — new platform.

2019: This Model Year (Refresh)

2019 received a 2019 facelift update for the First generation (BU).

2022: Mid-Cycle Refresh

Updated features and styling tweaks.

2023: Mid-Cycle Refresh

Updated features and styling tweaks.

Should You Buy the 2019 Jeep Renegade?

Worth considering, with one known weak spot. This year holds a good reliability standing, rates above average among 2019 SUVs, and lands in the middle of the six scored Renegade years. It has far fewer complaints than 2018 and is about even with 2020. Independent repair-cost data puts yearly repairs a little above its class, at $498 against $466.

The touchscreen causes the most trouble. Owners describe vertical lines, a display split into columns, static, then a black screen, usually between 58,000 and 80,000 miles. Because the screen runs the backup camera, climate controls and heated seats, one failure takes them all out. Dealers recommend replacement, and one quote topped $1200. Some owners also report oil loss and, in a few crashes, air bags that did not deploy. An air bag warning light shows up at 61,000 to 91,000 miles. Federal recall records list four recalls covering air bags, seat belts, electrical system and back over prevention.

Ask the seller for proof that every recall was completed. Run the screen until the car is warm and check the backup camera. Ask for records of any screen replacement, oil top-ups or air bag light diagnosis.

Compared to the 2020 Jeep Renegade, which scored the same. See also the 2018 Jeep Renegade for an earlier comparison.

Pros

+Acceptable reliability score
+Infrequent unscheduled repairs
+Low major repair risk (9%)
+Below-average complaint rate for SUV

Cons

−Moderate recall count
−ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Center touchscreen fails (23 complaints)
−UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Touchscreen glitches, shows only part of the picture, or goes fully black while... (11 complaints)

Compare 2019 Jeep Renegade With

2019 Hyundai Kona

Reliability: 55/100

Mixed

2019 Honda HR-V

Reliability: 75/100

Good

2019 Toyota C-HR

Reliability: 70/100

Good

2019 Ford EcoSport

Reliability: 58/100

Mixed

2019 Subaru Crosstrek

Reliability: 56/100

Mixed

Common Problem Categories

Safety

LOW RISK

4 manufacturer recalls issued

Other

HIGH RISK

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (23)
UNKNOWN OR OTHER (11)

See detailed breakdown by component ↓

Recall Overview

recalls on record

A moderate 4 recalls are on file for the 2019 Jeep Renegade. Each one points to a specific safety or compliance issue identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA — check the list below before buying.

NHTSA.gov →

Complaint Breakdown

per 10,000 sold

Segment avg: 21.2

LowAvgHigh

Moderate

Safety Incidents

Crashes

Fires

Injuries

Deaths

Data sourced from NHTSA complaint filings and manufacturer recall notices. Complaint narratives are owner-reported.

2019 Jeep Renegade Recall Details

4 recalls have been issued for the 2019 Jeep Renegade. All recall repairs are performed free of charge at authorized dealerships.

19V4380002019-06-11

AIR BAGS

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Jeep Renegade vehicles equipped with the Upland trim package. The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) may have been incorrectly calibrated.

Consequence

The miscalibrated ORC may incorrectly deploy the air bags during a frontal crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ORC. The recall began September 24, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V73.

19V2870002019-04-10

AIR BAGS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Jeep Renegade and Fiat 500X vehicles. Incorrect software may cause the occupant restraint controller (ORC) module to disable certain passive safety features.

Consequence

Deactivated passive safety features can increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the ORC module software, free of charge. The recall began May 2, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler's customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V42.

24V5100002024-07-03

AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS

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.

Consequence

A front seat air bag that does not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will repair the connection, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning August 27, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 82B.

VIN History Report

Buying a used 2019 Jeep Renegade? Check its history first

Electrical system problems lead owner complaints about the 2019 Jeep Renegade, and 4 recalls were issued for it. A VIN check shows whether this car's recall work was done, plus accident, title, and odometer history.

Accidents
Open Recalls
Title History
Odometer Rollback

2019 Jeep Renegade NHTSA Safety Ratings

Crash Test Results by Configuration (expand)

Gas Powertrain

Driver: 4/5Passenger: 4/5

Rollover risk: 23.0%

Safety Technologies

Dynamic Head Restraints (Not Available)Head Restraint (Driver, Front Passenger, Rear Seat)Advanced Belt Feature (Standard)Adjustable Upper Belt Anchorage (Driver, Front Passenger)Seat Belt Reminder System (Driver, Front Passenger)Frontal Air Bag (Driver, Front Passenger)Curtain (Driver, Front Passenger, Rear Seat)Torso/Pelvis (Driver, Front Passenger)Knee (Driver)Additional Air Bags (Not Available)Meets Side Air Bag Out-of-Position Requirements (N/A)LATCH Locations (Rear Seat)Safety Power Windows (Anti-Pinch) (Not Available)Safety Power Windows (Anti-Pinch) locations (Not Available)

View full safety data on NHTSA.gov →

Jeep RenegadeRepair Costs & Maintenance

Maintenance Rating

Based on NHTSA complaint patterns, recall severity, and publicly available cost benchmarks.

Est. Annual Maintenance

$498

vs $466 avg for subcompact SUVs

vs $652 avg for all vehicles

Repair Frequency

0.2

unscheduled repair visits per year

Severe Repair Probability

chance of a major repair

Annual Cost Comparison

Renegade

$498

Category Avg

$466

All Vehicles

$652

Category-level averages derived from publicly available industry reports (AAA, CarMD). Model-level estimates produced by Auto Reliability Index.

Jeep Renegade Resale Value

The Jeep Renegade is estimated to retain about 69.7% of its original value after 5 years, based on observed used-car listings.

This benchmark covers the Jeep Renegade model overall and is not specific to the 2019 model year.

Value Retained: 69.7%
Depreciation: 30.3%
Listings Analyzed: 258

Listings observed in May 2021. This is a historical market benchmark, not a current price quote.

Explore Jeep Renegade depreciation and resale value on CarResaleValue.com

MPG & Annual Running Costs

Gas

24–27 MPG

Running cost: $2,700–$3,000/yr

Fuel + repair

21–24 city / 27–32 hwy MPG

Running cost includes EPA fuel-cost estimate and independent repair-cost data (repair cost estimated at model level). Excludes routine maintenance, depreciation, and insurance. Data as of 2019 EPA label cycle.

Gas trims

Trim	Drive	Trans.	City	Hwy	Comb	Fuel Cost
Renegade 2WD 1.3L 4-cyl	Front-Wheel Drive	Automatic 9-spd	24	32	27	$2,200
Renegade 4WD 1.3L 4-cyl	All-Wheel Drive	Automatic 9-spd	23	29	26	$2,300
Renegade 2WD 2.4L 4-cyl	Front-Wheel Drive	Automatic 9-spd	22	30	25	$2,400
Renegade 4WD 2.4L 4-cyl	All-Wheel Drive	Automatic 9-spd	21	29	24	$2,500
Renegade Trailhawk 4WD 1.3L 4-cyl	All-Wheel Drive	Automatic 9-spd	22	27	24	$2,500

Used Buying Checklist

Key things to inspect or verify before purchasing a 2019 Jeep Renegade.

Let the car run 10 min, then check the touchscreen for lines, black sections, or flicker.
Shift into reverse, confirm the camera appears, then shift to drive and confirm it clears.
Check the oil level and ask for records showing oil top-ups between changes.
Confirm the air bag warning light goes out after startup, and run the VIN through federal recall records.
Test drive cold and fully warm, feeling for harsh, delayed, or slipping shifts.
Brake firmly from speed, feel for pedal pulsing, and inspect the front rotors for scoring.
Check door weather strips and carpets for water stains, and listen for wind noise at highway speed.
Buckle every seat belt and listen for false chimes from empty rear seats.

2019 Jeep Renegade Common Problems by Component

77 owner complaints grouped by vehicle system.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (23)UNKNOWN OR OTHER (11)ENGINE (8)AIR BAGS (7)POWER TRAIN (7)SERVICE BRAKES (4)VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL (3)BACK OVER PREVENTION (3)Other (11)

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

23 complaintsSafety-related

The center touchscreen fails. Reports describe vertical lines, a display split into columns, flashing static, and finally a black screen, sometimes worse once the car warms up. Because the screen runs the backup camera, climate controls, heated seats, and vehicle settings, a failure takes all of them out, and some units switch to metric readouts that cannot be changed back. Dealers recommend full replacement, with one quote over $1200. A second pattern involves the left taillight, with burnt wires and condensation. One crash is blamed on distraction from repeated electrical faults.

23 complaints total1 crash

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

11 complaints

The touchscreen glitches, shows only part of the picture, or goes fully black while the radio keeps playing. With it go the backup camera, temperature readouts, and every touchscreen-only control. Some cars fail to show the camera in reverse, while others keep it on after shifting into drive. Dealer repair quotes run over $1600, with others citing $1700 to $2200. A separate report describes the engine cutting off while driving with no warning light, then needing several restart attempts.

11 complaints total

ENGINE

8 complaints

Oil loss is the main thread. Reports describe burning oil with no visible leaks, low-oil warnings well before the next change, and MultiAir actuator failures that spray oil, melt spark plug caps, and crack valve covers, with parts on back order for months. Low oil pressure brings a check engine light and a cap near 3300 RPM that leaves the car unable to accelerate onto a highway. Cooling problems include a radiator seam leak, overheating, a cracked cooling fan, and leaking transmission cooler lines. Sudden power loss without warning lights also appears.

8 complaints total

AIR BAGS (7 complaints)

AIR BAGS

7 complaintsSafety-related

Collisions end with no air bag deploying, including a side impact, rear-end hits, and a slide into a ditch that left the car on its side. Five reports involve crashes, and five people were hurt, several needing medical treatment. Other reports describe an air bag warning light that comes on intermittently at higher mileage, and in one case stays lit after dealer repair work, with further diagnosis still pending.

7 complaints total5 crashes5 injuries

POWER TRAIN (7 complaints)

POWER TRAIN

7 complaintsSafety-related

Shifting problems lead the reports: rough or delayed shifts when cold or after long drives, lurching, jerking, slipping, and a transmission that overheats at 54,000 miles. Stalling at highway speed with failed restarts also appears, with one car told it needed a new transmission and transmission module. Throttle body sensor faults send the car into limp mode below 10 mph. Other reports cover every warning light staying on with 4WD and the parking brake not working, plus a recurring P1DB7 check engine code.

7 complaints total1 crash

SERVICE BRAKES (4 complaints)

SERVICE BRAKES

4 complaintsSafety-related

Front rotors warp and pads wear out quickly. Reports describe repeated rotor and pad replacements, with warping returning within a few thousand miles of a brake job and one car on its fourth set by 37000 miles. Brake noise also shows up on nearly new cars. A separate crash report says opening the driver door while in drive sets the emergency brake abruptly, and the car struck a parked vehicle.

4 complaints total1 crash

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL (3 complaints)

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

3 complaints

The Uconnect screen goes black or ghost-touches every button, and the speedometer and mileage readouts can lock into metric units, leaving the driver unsure of speed. Bubbling spreading across the screen and lost navigation are also reported. One separate report describes the car stopping unexpectedly at various speeds with a "service automatic throttle control" message, a fault that persisted after three dealer visits.

3 complaints total

BACK OVER PREVENTION (3 complaints)

BACK OVER PREVENTION

3 complaints

The rear camera image distorts or disappears because the display screen fails, often going black while the radio keeps working. The screen can also stay in reverse view for several minutes after shifting into drive. One dealer found a detached inner panel and called for replacing both radio and screen. Owners report little help from the manufacturer, with one failure dismissed as cosmetic and another car out of warranty.

3 complaints total

SEAT BELTS (3 complaints)

SEAT BELTS

3 complaints

Seat belt sensors and latches misbehave. Rear belt chimes sound when no one is seated, forcing owners to buckle empty seats, starting about a week after purchase. A front driver belt can feel locked shut and refuse to buckle. Another report describes an unbuckled-belt alarm that keeps sounding with the belt fastened after a dealer service visit.

3 complaints total

STRUCTURE (2 complaints)

STRUCTURE

2 complaintsSafety-related

Water leaks in around the door windows, along with loud wind noise, as weather strips keep wearing out. One report cites over 8 repair attempts across all four doors, with a body shop pointing to misadjusted window regulators. A crash report notes the air bags did not deploy when the car hit trees at 25-30 mph, damaging the front frame, tie rod, and radiator.

2 complaints total1 crash

When Do 2019 Jeep Renegade Problems Start?

Based on owner complaint patterns, here's when common issues tend to appear.

58,000–80,000 milesTouchscreen and backup camera failure

61,000–91,000 milesAir bag warning light

Best & Worst Jeep Renegade Years

Best Jeep Renegade Years to Buy

Based on reliability index score

Top Pick

Good

Jeep Renegade Reliability Score Trend

Scores 0–100. Higher is better. Current year highlighted.

Jeep Renegade reliability scores by year
Year	Score	Rating
2018	65/100	Good
2019	75/100	Good
2020	75/100	Good
2021	75/100	Good
2022	76/100	Good
2023	77/100	Good

Jeep Renegade Reliability Compared to Other Years

Reliability scores compared across model years
Year	Score	vs Prior Year	Rating	Recalls	Complaints
2023	77/100	+1	Good	2	20
2022	76/100	+1	Good	2	24
2021	75/100	0	Good	2	64
2020	75/100	0	Good	3	62
2019(selected)	75/100	+10	Good	4	77
2018	65/100	—	Good	2	440

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2019 Jeep Renegade reliable?

Yes, it holds a good reliability standing and rates above average against other 2019 SUVs. Among the six scored Renegade years it sits in the middle. Owners filed 77 complaints, far fewer than for 2018. The main concern is the touchscreen, not the drivetrain.

What are the most common problems with the 2019 Jeep Renegade?

Electrical faults lead, with 23 complaints, mostly the center touchscreen going blank. Engine complaints center on oil loss and MultiAir actuator failures. Air bag complaints include no deployment in crashes and a warning light. Power train reports cover rough or delayed shifts, stalling and limp mode.

Does the 2019 Jeep Renegade have touchscreen problems?

Yes. Owners report vertical lines, a split display, flashing static and a black screen, sometimes worse once the car warms up. Failures cluster between 58,000 and 80,000 miles. The screen also controls the backup camera, climate and heated seats. Dealers recommend replacing the unit, and one quote exceeded $1200.

Has the 2019 Jeep Renegade been recalled?

Yes, federal recall records show four recalls. They cover air bags, an air bag and electrical system issue, air bags and seat belts, and back over prevention. Ask the seller for proof that each one was done, or check the VIN with a dealer.

Is the 2019 Jeep Renegade better than the 2018 or 2020?

It rates better than 2018, which has 440 complaints and 2 recalls. Against 2020, it is about the same, with 62 complaints and 3 recalls. Since 2020 is newer, it has had less time to collect complaints, so condition and service records matter more than the year.

Don’t buy a 2019 Jeep Renegade without checking its VIN first — hidden accidents, title issues, and open recalls could cost you thousands.

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How we score the 2019 Jeep Renegade

Of the four inputs behind this score, the 2019 Jeep Renegade does best on how many systems draw complaints (87/100) and worst on complaint severity (67/100). Scores weight complaint severity at 35%, repair costs at 30%, recall impact at 20%, and the spread of complaints across systems at 15%, with complaint counts adjusted for US sales. Read the full methodology.

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