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2019 Jeep Renegade problems

The most common problem on the 2019 Jeep Renegade is electrical system, typically around 8,833 miles. Its complaint count is close to a typical Renegade model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Year score
66/100
Owner complaints
80
Recalls
4
Service bulletins
328
Worst area
Electrical
Fuel economy
24-27mpg

The worst 2019 Jeep Renegade problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

Problems by type

Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.

  • Electrical
    27
  • Engine
    16
  • Airbags
    9
  • Driver assistance
    8
  • Seat belts
    7
  • Transmission
    7
  • Brakes
    6
  • Acceleration
    3
  • Lights
    3
  • Seats
    3
  • Tires
    3
  • Visibility
    3
  • Body
    2
  • Fuel system
    2
  • Wheels
    1

Specific symptoms reported on the 2019 Jeep Renegade

Backup camera 20Screen failure 7

Recalls 4

Air bags: frontalReported July 3, 2024 · 337,128 vehicles affected
What is wrong
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.
Risk
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.

Recall number 24V510000 · Recall details

Back over prevention: sensing system: cameraReported September 10, 2020 · 319,610 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2020 Jeep Gladiator and Jeep Cherokee, 2019-2020 Ram 1500 Pickup, Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, Chrysler Pacifica, Dodge Durango, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Wrangler, and Jeep Renegade and 2019 Dodge Challenger vehicles equipped with 8.4" or 12" radio displays. A software error can cause the rearview camera image to remain displayed after the vehicle has been shifted out of reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
Risk
The lingering rearview image can distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will update the radio display software, free of charge. Optionally, owners can choose to remotely update their software via an Over-The-Air (OTA) update available as of May 1, 2020. The recall began April 27, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W30-W37.

Recall number 20V191000 · Recall details

Air bags: air bag/restraint control moduleReported June 11, 2019 · 869 vehicles affected
What is wrong
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.
Risk
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.

Recall number 19V438000 · Recall details

Electrical system: softwareReported April 10, 2019 · 25,004 vehicles affected
What is wrong
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.
Risk
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.

Recall number 19V287000 · Recall details

See all 4 recalls for the 2019 Jeep Renegade

Technical service bulletins for the 2019 Jeep Renegade 328

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

See all 328 bulletins for the 2019 Jeep Renegade

2019 Jeep Renegade fuel economy

Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.

EngineDriveCityHighwayCombined
1.3L 4‑cylFWD243227
1.3L 4‑cylAWD22-2327-2924-26
2.4L 4‑cylFWD223025
2.4L 4‑cylAWD212924

What 2019 Jeep Renegade owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Oct 17, 2026 · Electrical · IN

My Screen went out on my Jeep renegade a few years after I bought it new. I brought it up to Mopar and they did nothing. I do not have a backup camera due to this. Not having a backup camera maker driving more difficult. I have read 1,000's of people with same issue.

Filed Aug 27, 2026 · Engine · 50,079 miles · MA · fire

The contact owned a 2019 Jeep Renegade. The contact stated that while the contact's daughter was driving at an undisclosed speed, smoke began to emerge from the engine compartment. The contact's daughter immediately pulled the vehicle to the side of the road and exited the vehicle. When the police arrived, the vehicle caught fire. The fire department arrived and extinguished the fire. The vehicle was towed and determined to be totaled. A police report and a fire department report were filed. No injuries were reported, and no medical attention was needed. The contact stated that an abnormal sound was heard from the fan motor after an oil change was performed. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 50,079.

Filed Aug 5, 2026 · Electrical, Lights · IL

Due to the rear camera not working due to a software issue for over a year now I can't adjust my wipers during the rain. I can't turn on or off the lights or anything else that is controlled by the screen, it doesn't work due to software issue. Since I can't use my camera I can't see things behind me. Sometimes when backing the parking brake will engage on its own with warning light parking brake sensor. Since I can't see the screen I can't adjust the heat or A/C, which makes driving in the winter difficult. I can't turn on the defroster since I can't see the screen, It's just black. I have done a live chat several times and they tell me they aren't issuing a recall. The screen has been black for over a year now. They have fixed other models but not the Renegade or Compass.

Filed May 8, 2026 · Airbags · MO · crash · 1 injury

I was involved in a car accident where the driver lost control of the vehicle during this disaster we were struck by an 18 wheeler. Then hit numerous of trees and bushes totaling out the vehicle i was in

Filed Mar 2, 2026 · TX

After purchasing my vehicle, the radio screen started glitching & blinking. Now, the screen is total black, but the radio still plays. This should be a safety recall because the backup camera do not show, the temperatures or anything. Will you please respond because I need this fixed A.S.A.P.

Filed Feb 13, 2026 · Engine · SC

Widespread Vehicle air pump failure in Jeep renegade is causing significant oil leakage and results in unsafe vehicle failure. This is reported across multiple forums as well as my own vehicle, which became disabled on the interstate. Upon inspection dealers are noting no oil even with scheduled oil changes and recommending full replacement of pump which has significant burden of cost

Filed Feb 13, 2026 · Electrical · SC

Infotainment Console system crashes and has definite Failure which causes driver to lose visibility of climate controls and other safety features like backup camera settings and controls, this issue is reported amongst a widespread amount of Jeep renegade 2019 owners and after inspection dealer is only recommending 100% replacement at cost of driver. This is a national risk issue.

Filed Jan 16, 2026 · Airbags · 28,000 miles · WA · crash

The contact owns a 2019 Jeep Renegade. The contact stated that while driving around a blind corner, when another vehicle started merging into the contact's lane, the contact avoided a crash with the vehicle however crashed into a ditch. The contact stated that the vehicle landed on the passenger's side, and there was a passenger seated in the front passenger's seat. The contact and the front passenger crawled out of the vehicle. The air bags did not deploy. No injuries were sustained. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact later received a recall notification, the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 24V510000 (Air Bags). The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the contact was informed that the repair could not be performed. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer about eight times. The contact stated that each time the vehicle was taken to the dealer, the contact was informed that the repair could not be performed without a reason. The contact stated that the vehicle was never inspected. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 28,000. The VIN was invalid.

Filed Dec 22, 2025 · Lights, Seat belts · FL

am writing to formally report multiple serious issues with my 2019 Jeep Renegade (VIN: [XXX] ). I take good care of my vehicle, but it has been experiencing rough shifts, lurching and jerking during acceleration, loud noises from the engine or transmission, hesitation, unexpected power loss, and it frequently displays a warning that the license plate light is off. Recently, the car overheated and required a water pump replacement, and since then it emits a burning hose smell. Additionally, the driver’s seat does not lock properly, and the radio often turns off and on by itself. These ongoing problems not only compromise the safety, reliability, and proper functioning of my vehicle but also create a significant financial burden. I am requesting an immediate inspection and resolution, and I would appreciate guidance on the next steps or the earliest available appointment for service. A prompt response is important, as these issues pose a serious safety risk while driving. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Dec 16, 2025 · Acceleration, Driver assistance · MI

The uconnect screen has gone completely black. The uconnect screen in this vehicle controls every feature on the vehicle. It controls my speedometer. This feature is now stuck in Canadian reading so I can't tell how fast I am driving. This controls my millage. Again it is in Canadian milage, I don't know how many miles I have on my vehicle. This feature controls my back up camera. This controls every feature in my vehicle. I have no control over anything now.

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Questions about the 2019 Jeep Renegade

Is the 2019 Jeep Renegade reliable?

Owners have filed 80 complaints about the 2019 Jeep Renegade, close to a typical Renegade model year.

What is the 2019 Jeep Renegade year score?

The 2019 Jeep Renegade scores 66 out of 100 (average). The score compares it with the other model years of the Jeep Renegade: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.

What is the most common problem with the 2019 Jeep Renegade?

Electrical system, with 27 complaints, typically around 8,833 miles. Next is engine (16).

How many recalls does the 2019 Jeep Renegade have?

4 recalls, covering air bags, back over prevention and electrical system.

Was there a recall on the 2019 Jeep Renegade electrical?

Yes, 1 recall: 19V287000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Jeep Renegade have the most electrical problems?

The Jeep Renegade model years with the most electrical complaints are 2017 (149 complaints), 2018 (131 complaints) and 2015 (129 complaints).

What gas mileage does the 2019 Jeep Renegade get?

Official estimates for the 2019 Jeep Renegade range from 24 to 27 mpg combined. The most efficient version (1.3L 4-cyl, FWD) gets 24 city and 32 highway.

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