Last updated: 2026-10-10

2022 Jeep Renegade
RELIABILITY SCORE: 76/100 (GOOD)

2022 Jeep Renegade Reliability Report

The 2022 Jeep Renegade has a good reliability standing, held back by electrical warning-light faults and hesitation when pulling away.

Recalls

2

Complaints

24

Complaint Rate

8.7per 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 Impact80/100

Recall count weighted by severity

Issue Diversity83/100

Breadth of reported problem categories

The Verdict

Consider

Fewer complaints than 2021 and a good standing, but electrical warning-light faults and slow pull-away hesitation still show up in owner reports.

Top Issues to Watch

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (9)
  • POWER TRAIN (6)
  • ENGINE (3)

Generation & Refresh (US)

Refresh Year

2022 received a 2022 updates update for the First generation (BU).

  • Changes: New standard 8.4-inch touchscreen with GPS navigation; Introduction of (RED) Edition; Jeep Active Safety Group now standard; Discontinued 2.4L engine option for the US market.
  • Year 8 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: Mid-Cycle Refresh

Updated features and styling tweaks.

2022: This Model Year (Refresh)

2022 received a 2022 updates update for the First generation (BU).

2023: Mid-Cycle Refresh

Updated features and styling tweaks.

Should You Buy the 2022 Jeep Renegade?

Good is the standing here, and this is among the stronger years of the six scored Renegade model years. It also rates above average against other 2022 SUVs. The 2021 and 2023 rate about the same, so neither neighbor is a clear upgrade. Owners filed 24 complaints, well below the 64 on the 2021. Independent repair-cost data puts yearly upkeep at $498, a little over the $466 class figure.

Electrical faults are the main worry. Airbag, seatbelt, parking brake, ABS, and forward collision lights come on together. Some owners also report a stall in traffic, lost power steering, or a parking brake that engages while the car is rolling. Dealers often cannot reproduce the fault. Pulling away is the other trouble spot: the engine revs, the car waits 2-4 seconds, then lurches. Two federal recalls cover exterior lighting and structure, and air bags and seat belts.

Ask for proof that both recalls were done. On a test drive, pull away from a stop several times and watch for warning lights. Confirm the forward collision system works, since a replacement module has been on backorder.

Compared to the 2023 Jeep Renegade, which scored 1 points higher. See also the 2021 Jeep Renegade for an earlier comparison.

Pros

  • +Acceptable reliability score
  • +Infrequent unscheduled repairs
  • +Low major repair risk (9%)
  • +Low recall count

Cons

  • −ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Several warning lights come on at once, including airbag, seatbelt, parking... (9 complaints)
  • −POWER TRAIN: Hesitation when pulling away is the main complaint (6 complaints)

Compare 2022 Jeep Renegade With

Common Problem Categories

Safety

LOW RISK
  • 2 manufacturer recalls issued

Other

HIGH RISK
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (9)
  • POWER TRAIN (6)

See detailed breakdown by component ↓

Recall Overview

2

recalls on record

The 2022 Jeep Renegade carries 2 recalls — a low count. Authorized dealers repair any open recall free of charge, regardless of warranty status.

NHTSA.gov →

Complaint Breakdown

8.7

per 10,000 sold

Segment avg: 13.5

LowAvgHigh
Low

Safety Incidents

1

Crashes

0

Fires

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

★★★★★

NHTSA 4/5 Stars

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

2022 Jeep Renegade Recall Details

2 recalls have been issued for the 2022 Jeep Renegade. All recall repairs are performed free of charge at authorized dealerships.

24V9180002024-12-10

EXTERIOR LIGHTING, STRUCTURE

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."

Consequence

The incorrect reverse lights may have reduced visibility, and not alert pedestrians and other drivers that the vehicle is backing up, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the bumper reverse light assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 30, 2025. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is D7B.

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 2022 Jeep Renegade? Check its history first

Electrical system problems lead owner complaints about the 2022 Jeep Renegade, and 2 recalls were issued for it. A VIN check shows whether this car's recall work was done, plus accident, title, and odometer history.

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  • Accidents
  • Open Recalls
  • Title History
  • Odometer Rollback

2022 Jeep Renegade NHTSA Safety Ratings

Overall Safety Rating

Overall safety rating: 4 out of 5
Crash Test Results by Configuration (expand)

Gas Powertrain

Driver: 4/5Passenger: 4/5

Rollover risk: 17.9%

Safety Technologies

Dynamic Head Restraints (Not Available)Head Restraint (Not Available)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 (No)LATCH Locations (Rear Seat)Safety Power Windows (Anti-Pinch) (Standard)Safety Power Windows (Anti-Pinch) locations (Driver, Front Passenger, Rear Seat)
View full safety data on NHTSA.gov →

Jeep RenegadeRepair Costs & Maintenance

Maintenance Rating

4Maintenance rating: 4 out of 5

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

9%

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 2022 model year.

Value Retained
69.7%

after 5 years

Depreciation
30.3%

over the same period

Listings Analyzed
258

U.S. used-car listings

Listings observed in . 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

22–24 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 2022 EPA label cycle.

Gas trims
TrimDriveTrans.CityHwyCombFuel Cost
Renegade 2WD 1.3L 4-cylFront-Wheel DriveAutomatic 9-spd243227$2,200
Renegade 4WD 1.3L 4-cylAll-Wheel DriveAutomatic 9-spd232926$2,300
Renegade Trailhawk 4WD 1.3L 4-cylAll-Wheel DriveAutomatic 9-spd222724$2,500

Used Buying Checklist

Key things to inspect or verify before purchasing a 2022 Jeep Renegade.

  • Start the car several times and confirm no airbag, seatbelt, parking brake, or ABS warnings stay lit.

  • From a full stop, accelerate firmly and note any multi-second delay, high revs, or lurch.

  • Ask for service records showing repeat visits for warning lights, stalling, or shutdowns the dealer could not duplicate.

  • Look under the car and at the rear of the engine for oil leaks, and check the oil level.

  • Confirm the forward collision warning shows no fault message and no false alerts during the test drive.

  • Switch on headlights, daytime running lights, marker lights, and turn signals, and confirm every front light works.

  • Smell inside and outside the parked car for fuel vapor.

  • After warmup, confirm stop/start works at stops without a "not charging" message.

2022 Jeep Renegade Common Problems by Component

24 owner complaints grouped by vehicle system.

9
6
3
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (9)POWER TRAIN (6)ENGINE (3)FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE (2)SERVICE BRAKES (1)VISIBILITY (1)AIR BAGS (1)STEERING (1)

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

9 complaints

Several warning lights come on at once, including airbag, seatbelt, parking brake, ABS, and forward collision. A seatbelt chime often sounds even when the driver is buckled. In many reports the lights come with a stall or shutdown in traffic, loss of power steering, a locked steering wheel, or the parking brake engaging while the car is rolling. Problems often start within the first months of ownership. Dealers often cannot reproduce the fault, and owners describe repeated visits without a fix. A separate stop/start failure near 7,000 miles traces to the intelligent battery sensor.

9 complaints total

POWER TRAIN

6 complaints

Hesitation when pulling away is the main complaint. The engine revs high, the car delays for 2-4 seconds, then lurches forward. Owners report near misses when entering traffic or crossing highways. One dealer said the turbo needs those seconds to charge, and in another report an engine replacement did not fix it. Other complaints include erratic shifting, violent shaking at highway speed, and a loud bang from underneath during acceleration or turns. Owners also report shutdowns while driving, a fuel vapor odor even when parked, and all front exterior lights failing at the same time.

6 complaints total

ENGINE

3 complaints

Stalling, jerking, and surging happen both when pulling away and while driving. One report describes a complete loss of power near 9,040 miles that the dealer could not duplicate. Mechanics find oil leaks during routine service, including a rear main seal leak at 54,000 miles. A hot smell while driving or after shutoff has owners worried about fire. Only 3 complaints are on file, but each describes the car quitting or nearly quitting while moving.

3 complaints total
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE (2 complaints)

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

2 complaints

The forward collision warning system stops working while driving, in one case with under 200 miles on the odometer. A failed module is the suspected cause. The replacement part has been stuck on backorder, and one dealer cited 155 units backordered across the US. Owners report slow replies from the manufacturer. The car has no collision warning until the part arrives. Electrical complaints also describe false collision alerts with nothing ahead.

2 complaints total
SERVICE BRAKES (1 complaints)

SERVICE BRAKES

1 complaintSafety-related
2025-10-31Crash reported

The contact owns a 2022 Jeep Renegade. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, there was an abnormal rattling sound coming from the engine upon depression of the accelerator pedal. The contact stated that the failure started occurring while driving after purchasing and picking up the vehicle from the dealer. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the brake vacuum pump and hose were replaced; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the contact was informed that no failure was found. The contact stated that while her daughter was driving 14 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed, but the vehicle failed to respond. The driver stood on the brake pedal until the vehicle decelerated to 9 MPH. The contact stated that the center gear console started flashing, and the vehicle lost motive power. Another driver T-boned bone the vehicle by the driver's side front wheel. The air bags did not deploy. The driver did not sustain physical injuries but was affected mentally. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a tow yard and was then towed to an autobody repair shop, where it was repaired for axle, bumper,and side bumper damage. The dealer was notified of the failure, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired for brake failure. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 23,783.

VISIBILITY (1 complaints)

VISIBILITY

1 complaint
2024-12-08

The contact owns a 2022 Jeep Renegade. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked in the driveway a crack in the front windshield had developed. The contact indicated that the crack was located in the lower section of the passenger side of the front windshield and no objects had made contact with the windshield to cause the crack to occur. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who indicated that the windshield needed to be replaced. The cause of the failure was not determined. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failure but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 20,239.

AIR BAGS (1 complaints)

AIR BAGS

1 complaint
2024-04-16

On January 8, 2024, while increasing my speed from 25mph to 35mph, my parking brake automatically engaged and brought my car to a stop in the middle of the road. I quickly turned the car off and back on, and because there were no warning lights or obvious issues, continued to drive. After I increased my speed above 35mph, 3 warning lights were on the dash: Service airbag system, service auto park brake, and start/stop unavailable. I took my vehicle to a local dealership where they diagnosed the issue as a faulty seatbelt sensor. They replaced the seatbelt buckle on January 9, 2024. On April 16, 2024, these issues began to occur again. However, this time, the car did not register that my seatbelt was fastened and the warning light to put on my seatbelt came on along with the service airbag system, service auto park brake, and start/stop unavailable warning lights. On April 18, 2024, as I was driving up an incline, the traction control warning light came on intermittently, along with the sound system unavailable light. These issues did not contribute to a crash or injury, but the car is under a year old and has had multiple issues that cannot easily be diagnosed. My car is currently at a local dealership being inspected.

STEERING (1 complaints)

STEERING

1 complaint
2022-09-20

When driving at any speed, vehicle (2022 Jeep Renegade Altitude with 10,000 miles); intermittently jerks about 4-5" to the left or right on the road-like someone is jerking the steering wheel . Complained to dealer and they checked it over and said the vehicle is ok- Its NOT ok- HELP! HAPENDS ALL THE TIME!

Best & Worst Jeep Renegade Years

Best Jeep Renegade Years to Buy

Jeep Renegade Years to Avoid

Jeep Renegade Reliability Score Trend

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

Jeep Renegade reliability scores by year
YearScoreRating
201865/100Good
201975/100Good
202075/100Good
202175/100Good
202276/100Good
202377/100Good

Jeep Renegade Reliability Compared to Other Years

Reliability scores compared across model years
YearScorevs Prior YearRatingRecallsComplaints
202377/100+1Good220
2022(selected)76/100+1Good224
202175/1000Good264
202075/1000Good362
201975/100+10Good477
201865/100—Good2440

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2022 Jeep Renegade reliable?
Yes, it has a good reliability standing and rates above average among 2022 SUVs. It is also among the stronger of the six scored Renegade years. Owners filed 24 complaints, and the main ones involve electrical warning lights and hesitation when pulling away. The 2021 and 2023 rate about the same.
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Jeep Renegade?
Electrical faults lead the list with 9 complaints. Several warning lights come on at once, often with a seatbelt chime while buckled, and sometimes a stall or lost power steering. Power train complaints follow, mainly a delay and lurch when pulling away. Engine stalling and forward collision failures are also reported.
Does the 2022 Jeep Renegade have hesitation problems when accelerating?
Some owners say so. They describe high revs, a delay of 2-4 seconds, then a lurch forward, with near misses when entering traffic. One dealer said the turbo needs that time to charge. In another report, an engine replacement did not cure it. Test drive it from a stop.
Has the 2022 Jeep Renegade been recalled?
Federal records list two recalls for this model year. One covers exterior lighting and structure. The other covers air bags and seat belts. The 2021 and 2023 model years also have two recalls each. Ask the seller for proof that the repairs were completed.
How much does it cost to maintain a Jeep Renegade?
Independent repair-cost data estimates about $498 a year across the model, compared with $466 for its class. That is a modest gap above average. The figure covers the Renegade as a whole, not only the 2022 model year.

Don’t buy a 2022 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 2022 Jeep Renegade

Of the four inputs behind this score, the 2022 Jeep Renegade does best on how many systems draw complaints (83/100) 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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