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2020 Jeep Renegade problems

The most common problem on the 2020 Jeep Renegade is engine and cooling, typically around 7,000 miles. It has fewer complaints than a typical Renegade model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Year score
68/100
Owner complaints
64
Recalls
3
Service bulletins
329
Worst area
Engine
Fuel economy
24-27mpg

The worst 2020 Jeep Renegade problems

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

Problems by type

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  • Engine
    22
  • Electrical
    14
  • Transmission
    8
  • Fuel system
    6
  • Seat belts
    6
  • Acceleration
    5
  • Airbags
    5
  • Brakes
    2
  • Driver assistance
    2
  • Tires
    2
  • Visibility
    2
  • Wheels
    2
  • Body
    1
  • Lights
    1
  • Steering
    1
  • Suspension
    1

Specific symptoms reported on the 2020 Jeep Renegade

Stalling 10Backup camera 9Screen failure 7Check engine light 6

Recalls 3

Seat belts: frontReported 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

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: disc: caliperReported December 19, 2019 · 1,353 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2020 Jeep Renegade and Fiat 500X vehicles. The right rear brake caliper could have been fractured during the casting process.
Risk
A cracked right rear brake caliper can fail, reducing braking performance and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the right rear brake calipers, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 7, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is VE8.

Recall number 19V909000 · Recall details

See all 3 recalls for the 2020 Jeep Renegade

Technical service bulletins for the 2020 Jeep Renegade 329

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

See all 329 bulletins for the 2020 Jeep Renegade

2020 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 2020 Jeep Renegade owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Oct 27, 2026 · KS

Infoentainent center screem going blank all the time they tell me that I need a "factory" radio replacement there been so many complaints about this problem and other with stellantis products. They know about it but refuse to fix it . There needs to a recall on all stellantis products. Like 2020 Renegade delamination of the screens been told by many mechanics this is a common problem. Blank screens are also common problem. But they refuse to fix it with recall. Many of us don't have 1700 to 2300 dollars in to fix this which will happen again. Unless we go other route. But if they know about this so called common problem why don't they fix it or pay for us to fix the problem our with a new gel free infoentainent center screen. You can look up all the pics people post to see the problem. So I do need of any of mine .

Filed Oct 21, 2026 · Engine, Transmission · NJ

-Timing Chain. Yes it is available for inspection. The jeep Renegade with the issue is a 2020 (in serv, in August 2020) -While driving the Timing Chain broke and we lost all engine power and power steering, barely making it to the shoulder of the road without causing an accident. I have meticulously cared for this car through oil changes, transmissions flushes, and general upkeep. A Timing Chain is supposed to last the lifetime of a vehicle. Not 50,000 miles. Instant loss of engine power and power steering could have cost us our lives while driving at 70 mph or someone else's by causing an accident. - Vehicle is sitting with Jeep dealership now. -warning light came on briefly before the catastrophic failure.

Filed Mar 28, 2026 · Electrical · TN · crash

Infotainment system is highly defective even after replacement. The screen goes black, shows white lines and you're left unable to use your backup camera! After doing research this problem stems all the way back to 2016 renegades with the same system.

Filed Mar 23, 2026 · SC

Dashboard screen is out. I am unable to use the back up camera feature nor any Dashboard feature.

Filed Feb 9, 2026 · Airbags · MS · crash · 2 injuries

I was in an head on colisin and neither of my front airbags deployed

Filed Dec 10, 2025 · Engine · TX

My 2020 Jeep Renegade has been burning a quart of oil every 1,000 miles or so. Im sure many people do not check it as consistently as i do. Burning oil im sure is hard on the spark plugs, catalitic converters, and the emissions.

Filed Oct 6, 2025 · Engine · KY

Vehicle has an oil leak due to a faulty vacuum pump and gasket which is causing the vehicle to leak an excessive amount throughout the engine and other components. It was seen by a repair shop and they pinpointed the leak. This could cause an engine to stall while driving if not fixed soon which could potentially involve being in a accident to cause injury and or even death. The leak first appeared in August 2025 and can not be driven until fixed. This issue is also happening to my husbands vehicle which is the same as mine.

Filed Oct 1, 2025 · Lights · 10,598 miles · SC

The contact owns a 2020 Jeep Renegade. The contact stated that while driving 75 MPH, the driver’s side brake light became inoperable. The contact stated that the brake light bulb was blown. No warning light was illuminated. An independent mechanic was contacted. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed, and it was determined that the taillight needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 10,598

Filed Aug 25, 2025 · Engine, Fuel system · KY

Oil leak from faulty gasket in 2020 jeep renegade trailhawks. First appeared August 11th.

Filed Aug 13, 2025 · Electrical · IN

Backup Camera/Radio/UConnect screen is glitching to where I can no longer see the backup camera when in reverse, and can no longer see what is playing on the radio. This started happening less than 3 months ago, when the heat started ramping up. Backup camera is a safety mechanism, and while using the rear view mirrors is fine, the backup camera should work without fail.

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Questions about the 2020 Jeep Renegade

Is the 2020 Jeep Renegade reliable?

Owners have filed 64 complaints about the 2020 Jeep Renegade, fewer than a typical Renegade model year.

What is the 2020 Jeep Renegade year score?

The 2020 Jeep Renegade scores 68 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 2020 Jeep Renegade?

Engine and cooling, with 22 complaints, typically around 7,000 miles. Next is electrical (14).

How many recalls does the 2020 Jeep Renegade have?

3 recalls, covering seat belts, back over prevention and service brakes, hydraulic.

What year does the Jeep Renegade have bad engine?

The Jeep Renegade model years with the most engine complaints are 2017 (274 complaints), 2018 (192 complaints) and 2016 (180 complaints).

What gas mileage does the 2020 Jeep Renegade get?

Official estimates for the 2020 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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