Last updated: 2026-10-10

RELIABILITY SCORE: 77/100 (GOOD)

2023 Jeep Renegade Reliability Report

The 2023 Jeep Renegade rates good for reliability, but owners report warning-light faults and false automatic braking.

Full Breakdown Compare Models

Recalls

Complaints

Complaint Rate

7.7per 10,000 sold

Est. Repair Cost

$498

Annual Fuel Cost

$2,300–$2,500

Detailed Score Breakdown

Complaint Severity70/100

Component-weighted complaints normalized by sales volume

Repair Costs80/100

Independent repair cost ratings

Recall Impact80/100

Recall count weighted by severity

Issue Diversity81/100

Breadth of reported problem categories

The Verdict

Consider

Best of the six scored Renegade years and a facelift year, though owners report electrical faults, false braking, and airbag repair delays.

Top Issues to Watch

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (8)
AIR BAGS (3)
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE (2)

Generation & Refresh (US)

Refresh Year

2023 received a 2023 changes update for the First generation (BU).

Changes: Dropped entry level Sport trim; All-wheel drive made standard; Introduction of Latitude-based Upland trim.
Year 9 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: Mid-Cycle Refresh

Updated features and styling tweaks.

2023: This Model Year (Refresh)

2023 received a 2023 changes update for the First generation (BU).

Should You Buy the 2023 Jeep Renegade?

Good, and the best of the six Renegade years we score. It rates above average among 2023 SUVs and about the same as the 2022, which also rates good. Owners filed 20 complaints, and independent repair-cost data puts yearly repairs for the model slightly above its class.

Electrical faults lead the complaints. Airbag, seat belt, parking brake, and stop/start lights come on together and flicker, and some owners say the faults returned after dealer repairs. Worse reports describe the engine shutting off at idle and false automatic braking at 45 mph that throws the driver forward. Airbag complaints center on a warning light and a repair owners are waiting on because dealers say parts are not available. One dealer called the airbags inoperable.

Federal records show two recalls, covering exterior lighting, structure, air bags, and seat belts. Ask for proof they were completed, and watch for warning lights on a test drive. The 2022 is a similar alternative.

See also the 2022 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 together and then flicker on and off: airbag,... (8 complaints)
−AIR BAGS: Airbag warning light comes on, sometimes along with other unfamiliar lights and... (3 complaints)

Compare 2023 Jeep Renegade With

2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer

Reliability: 76/100

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2023 Hyundai Kona

Reliability: 66/100

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2023 Honda HR-V

Reliability: 73/100

Good

2023 Subaru Crosstrek

Reliability: 81/100

Excellent

2023 Toyota Corolla Cross

Reliability: 69/100

Good

Common Problem Categories

Safety

LOW RISK

2 manufacturer recalls issued

Other

HIGH RISK

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (8)
AIR BAGS (3)

See detailed breakdown by component ↓

Recall Overview

recalls on record

The 2023 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

7.7

per 10,000 sold

Segment avg: 11.3

LowAvgHigh

Low

Safety Incidents

Crashes

Fires

Injuries

Deaths

★★★★★

NHTSA 4/5 Stars

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

2023 Jeep Renegade Recall Details

2 recalls have been issued for the 2023 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 2023 Jeep Renegade? Check its history first

Electrical system problems lead owner complaints about the 2023 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.

Accidents
Open Recalls
Title History
Odometer Rollback

2023 Jeep Renegade NHTSA Safety Ratings

Overall Safety Rating

Crash Test Results by Configuration (expand)

Gas Powertrain

Driver: 4/5Passenger: 4/5

Rollover risk: 22.8%

Safety Technologies

Dynamic Head Restraints (Not Available)Head Restraint (Not Available)Advanced Belt Feature (Not Available)Seat Belt Pretensioners (Driver, Front Passenger)Seat Belt Load Limiters (Driver, Front Passenger)Adjustable Upper Belt Anchorage (Driver, Front Passenger)Seat Belt Reminder System (Driver, Front Passenger)Frontal Air Bag (Driver, Front Passenger)Head Protection (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Torso and/or Pelvis (Driver, Front Passenger)Knee (Driver)Additional Air Bags (Not Available)Meets Side Air Bag Out-of-Position Requirements (No)LATCH Locations (2nd row)Safety Power Windows (Anti-Pinch) (None)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 2023 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

24–26 MPG

Running cost: $2,800–$3,000/yr

Fuel + repair

22–23 city / 27–29 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 2023 EPA label cycle.

Gas trims

Trim	Drive	Trans.	City	Hwy	Comb	Fuel Cost
Renegade 4WD 1.3L 4-cyl	All-Wheel Drive	Automatic 9-spd	23	29	26	$2,300
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 2023 Jeep Renegade.

Start the car and watch for airbag, seat belt, parking brake, or stop/start lights that stay on or flicker.
Buckle both front seat belts and confirm the seat belt chime and warning light shut off.
Run the VIN through federal recall records and ask the dealer whether parts for any open airbag recall are available.
Drive past cars waiting in turn lanes and watch for false forward collision warnings or sudden braking.
Idle at a stop with the parking brake set and confirm the engine keeps running.
After a long drive, put it in reverse and check the backup camera for leftover screen images.
Ask for service records showing battery replacements or repeat visits for warning-light faults.

2023 Jeep Renegade Common Problems by Component

20 owner complaints grouped by vehicle system.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (8)AIR BAGS (3)FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE (2)PARKING BRAKE (1)LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES (1)STEERING (1)ENGINE (1)SEAT BELTS (1)Other (2)

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

8 complaints

Several warning lights come on together and then flicker on and off: airbag, seat belt, parking brake, and stop/start. The seat belt chime keeps sounding with belts fastened. Messages claim brake lights or turn signals are out when they work. Some reports say the faults come back after dealer repairs. Owners also describe the engine shutting off at idle and false automatic braking at 45 mph that throws the driver forward. Other reports cover false lane and blind spot alerts, a battery replaced twice in under a year, and old screen images showing through the backup camera view.

8 complaints total

AIR BAGS

3 complaints

The airbag warning light comes on, sometimes along with other unfamiliar lights and a steady dinging. Most of these complaints are about a recall repair that cannot be done yet. Dealers say the parts are not available, and owners say the wait has gone on too long. In one case a dealer said the airbags were inoperable, which means they may not protect people in a crash. One failure happened at about 17,000 miles. Some owners filed while waiting for parts even though nothing had failed.

3 complaints total

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

2 complaints

The forward collision system triggers with no real hazard ahead. Drivers describe it activating when the nearest moving vehicle is far away, and warnings going off while passing cars that are sitting in a turn lane. This has happened repeatedly for some owners. Because the system can react on an open road, it creates a rear-end crash risk when traffic is close behind. The same false activations also appear in the electrical complaints, including hard automatic braking from highway speed.

2 complaints total

PARKING BRAKE (1 complaints)

PARKING BRAKE

1 complaint

2024-01-01

The contact owns a 2023 Jeep Renegade. The contact stated that while shifting from drive(D) to park(P), the vehicle continued to accelerate or reverse unintendedly. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who informed the contact to go to settings and choose brakes, and while parking, the parking brake engaged, but the driver needed to manually release the parking brake. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 13,000.

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES (1 complaints)

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

1 complaint

2026-02-27

The contact owns a 2023 Jeep Renegade. The contact stated that there was water and moisture in the door. The contact was unable to enter the vehicle due to the doors being locked. Additionally, the vehicle felt like it was about to roll over while driving around a curve. While accelerating or while driving uphill, the vehicle continued to accelerate. The TPMS warning light was illuminated while towing. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, who informed the contact that the settings needed to be changed to the brakes. The contact needed to engage the parking brake while parking the vehicle. The dealer was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, and confirmed the warranty coverage on the vehicle. The failure mileage was approximately 13,000.

STEERING (1 complaints)

STEERING

1 complaint

2025-05-17

The contact owns a 2023 Jeep Renegade. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel failed to function as intended. The contact stated while driving at undisclosed speeds, the steering wheel was pulling to the right. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for an alignment. Additionally, the contact was informed that the caster or the camber was out of range. The contact was informed that the dealer did not provide the kind of repair. The contact stated that the failure caused the new tires to wear prematurely. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The contact was advised to contact to a dealer for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 39,208.

ENGINE (1 complaints)

ENGINE

1 complaint

2024-12-30

Engine continuously leaks oil. Oil is all over under carriage. This has been a recurring problem that the dealer has tried to fix. Oil is all over our garage floor. If we do not monitor the oil level it could run out of oil. This vehicle is one year old and has had one recall and five attempts to fix an oil leak.

SEAT BELTS (1 complaints)

SEAT BELTS

1 complaint

2024-09-16

My blind spot warning is inaccurate. This vehicle was purchased March 2024 and is constantly in the shop. It was recalls and a faulty electric system.

TIRES (1 complaints)

TIRES

1 complaint

2024-08-29

The contact owns a 2023 Jeep Renegade equipped with Continental Tires, Tire Line: Cross Contact, Tire Size: 215/60/R17, DOT Number: HWKTD956. The contact stated while driving approximately 3 MPH, there was a loud booming sound from the rear of the vehicle. Upon inspection, it was discovered that the rear passenger’s side tire had experienced a blowout. The vehicle was slowly driven to a nearby tire shop and the tire was replaced. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 7,800.

POWER TRAIN (1 complaints)

POWER TRAIN

1 complaint

2023-08-11

The Serv 4wd light came on on June 26th 2024 and I never use my 4wd locking or select modes only durning the winter and last summer and the blind spot sensor on the passenger rear doesn’t work since I got the vehicle which was in august 2023 I’m waiting for the dealership to fix it with the part due to it saying there are cars around me at night when there is nothing around me I’m trying to get my vehicle into the the dealership about the serv 4wd but they didn’t set up a time for me to bring it up so I’ll be calling them until I can get it in and looked at just don’t feel safe with my vehicle and feel like it’s a lemon

Best & Worst Jeep Renegade Years

Best Jeep Renegade Years to Buy

Based on reliability index score

Top Pick

Good

2023

(Current Model)

2Recalls

20Complaints

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(selected)	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	75/100	+10	Good	4	77
2018	65/100	—	Good	2	440

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2023 Jeep Renegade reliable?

Yes, it rates good for reliability. It is above average among 2023 SUVs and the best of the six Renegade years we score. The 2022 rates about the same. Owners filed 20 complaints, mostly about electrical faults, so check the car's repair history before buying.

What are the most common problems with the 2023 Jeep Renegade?

Electrical faults are the most common, with 8 complaints. Owners describe warning lights flickering together, a seat belt chime that keeps sounding, and false brake light messages. Airbag warning lights and false forward collision activations are the next most reported problems.

Does the 2023 Jeep Renegade have airbag problems?

Some owners report them. The airbag warning light comes on, sometimes with a steady dinging and other lights. Most of these complaints are about a repair that owners say dealers cannot do because parts are not available. One dealer reportedly called the airbags inoperable, and one failure happened at about 17,000 miles.

Does the 2023 Jeep Renegade brake by itself for no reason?

A few owners say so. The forward collision system triggers with no real hazard ahead, such as when the nearest moving vehicle is far away. One report describes false automatic braking at 45 mph that throws the driver forward. Sudden braking creates a rear-end crash risk when traffic is close behind.

How much does the 2023 Jeep Renegade cost to maintain?

Independent repair-cost data estimates $498 a year for the Renegade, compared with $466 for its class. That is slightly higher than typical. The figure covers the model as a whole, not only the 2023 model year.

Don’t buy a 2023 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 2023 Jeep Renegade

Of the four inputs behind this score, the 2023 Jeep Renegade does best on how many systems draw complaints (81/100) and worst on complaint severity (70/100). 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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