KnownCarProblems2020 Jeep Renegade Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 62 complaints with NHTSA about the 2020 Jeep Renegade, most often about the engine (34% of complaints, typically around 7,000 miles). It is 7th of 9 Renegade model years by number of complaints and has 3 recalls.
Most common 2020 Jeep Renegade problems
Engine
21 complaints · 34%Half of these problems showed up before 7,000 miles.
Camshaft pcv-(pressure control valve) doesn't work properly=(in wrong direction). Asking for a recall. Can cause accident because of low idle and improper vacum in brakes causing them to fail.
The pcv-(pressure control valve) works like a diaphragm breathing in and out, which then blocks liquid from entering the air intake and manifold.
Electrical
14 complaints · 23%The contact owns a 2020 Jeep Renegade. The contact stated that after turning the vehicle off and exiting the vehicle, it was later discovered that the vehicle was still running. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who disconnected the battery and reset the vehicle to correct the problem. The contact indicated…
The contact owns a 2020 Jeep Renegade. The contact stated while driving 20 MPH and approaching a stop light, the vehicle lost motive power without warning. The contact stated that the seat belt tightened causing a bruise. The contact was able to pull over. The contact attempted several times to jump-start the vehicle…
Other or unspecified
12 complaints · 19%I was park at a public parking spot(post office) waiting for my friend, the engine was running. When my friend got to my car, I press the brake to put the car in reversed. It reversed about 3 feet and suddenly stop. I went and put my foot on the brake and switch it to drive and it wont go forward either . My friend…
Transmission
7 complaints · 11%Parts named most often: automatic transmission.
The contact owns a 2020 Jeep Renegade. The contact stated that after turning the vehicle off and exiting the vehicle, it was later discovered that the vehicle was still running. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who disconnected the battery and reset the vehicle to correct the problem. The contact indicated…
The contact owns a 2020 Jeep Renegade. The contact stated while driving approximately 40-50 MPH, the vehicle was jerking without warning. The contactâs husband who is a mechanic informed her that the transmission was slipping. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where they failed to provide a diagnostic test. The…
Seat belts
6 complaints · 10%The contact owns a 2020 Jeep Renegade. The contact stated while driving 20 MPH and approaching a stop light, the vehicle lost motive power without warning. The contact stated that the seat belt tightened causing a bruise. The contact was able to pull over. The contact attempted several times to jump-start the vehicle…
Fuel system
6 complaints · 10%Speed control
5 complaints · 8%Air bags
5 complaints · 8%The contact owns a 2020 Jeep Renegade. The contact stated that while driving at 40 MPH another vehicle turned in front of his vehicle and caused the contact to crash into the passenger side. The air bags did not deploy and the vehicle was towed from the crash site. The contact and his passenger both had to be…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2020 Jeep Renegade recalls
Seat belts: front
Risk: A front seat air bag that does not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Fix: 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.
Full defect summary
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.
Backup camera: camera
Risk: The lingering rearview image can distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
Full defect summary
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."
Brakes: caliper
Risk: A cracked right rear brake caliper can fail, reducing braking performance and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
Full defect summary
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.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2020 Jeep Renegade
- What are the most common problems with the 2020 Jeep Renegade?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: engine (21 complaints, typically around 7,000 miles); electrical (14 complaints); other or unspecified (12 complaints).
- How many recalls does the 2020 Jeep Renegade have?
- 3 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from July 3, 2024 (seat belts). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2020 a bad year for the Jeep Renegade?
- It is 7th of 9 Renegade model years by number of complaints, with 62 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.