2019 Jeep Renegade

79 complaints on file, page 1 of 4.

1. Filed Aug 27, 2026Failure Aug 27, 202550,079 milesDracut, MAEngine and engine coolingFire

   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.

   NHTSA complaint 11759938
2. Filed Aug 5, 2026Failure Dec 31, 1969MC Leansboro, ILElectrical system, Exterior lighting, Visibility/wiper

   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.

   NHTSA complaint 11755090
3. Filed May 8, 2026Failure Apr 18, 2026Sikeston, MOAir bagsCrash1 injured

   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

   NHTSA complaint 11736655
4. Filed Mar 2, 2026Failure Jan 8, 2025Forney, TXUnknown or other

   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.

   NHTSA complaint 11721332
5. Filed Feb 13, 2026Failure Dec 31, 1969simpsonville, SCEngine

   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

   NHTSA complaint 11717806
6. Filed Feb 13, 2026Failure Feb 1, 2025simpsonville, SCElectrical system

   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.

   NHTSA complaint 11717798
7. Filed Jan 16, 2026Failure Jan 16, 202328,000 milesSultan, WAAir bagsCrash

   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, NHTSA 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.

   NHTSA complaint 11711506
8. Filed Dec 22, 2025Failure Dec 22, 2025North port, FLExterior lighting, Power train, Seat belts

   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)

   NHTSA complaint 11706621
9. Filed Dec 16, 2025Failure Jun 14, 2022Lansing, MIWarning, Unknown or other, Vehicle speed control

   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.

   NHTSA complaint 11705430
10. Filed Nov 10, 2025Failure Nov 1, 202480,000 milesFort Payne, ALBack over prevention

    The contact owns a 2019 Jeep Renegade. The contact stated that the rear-view camera was inoperable and that the display screen was not fully functional. The dealer was made aware of the failure; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the failure was a cosmetic issue, but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000.

    NHTSA complaint 11698509
11. Filed Nov 3, 2025Failure Jun 21, 2025Waverly, OHElectrical system

    The display screen for the back up camera, heating/cooling, radio, and all other settings has stopped functioning. The screen comes on, but with flashing static lines in the screen instead of the proper display. This makes it very hard to reverse at night, and downright dangerous... the screen can't be turned off, so when you put the engine in reverse, the screen automatically comes on and can't be turned off. But the bright flashing static display it shows make it hard to use mirrors to see to back up. Other factors make the screen not working inconvenient, but this point makes the malfunction an actual danger.

    NHTSA complaint 11697137
12. Filed Oct 1, 2025Failure Oct 1, 2025Oakfield, TNUnknown or other, Vehicle speed control

    Screen has bubbling starting to appear on it, ghost touch is activating every button on the screen. Doesn’t stop when restarted and causes for navigation system to be hindered. This is a safety hazard because it is spreading across the screen and could potentially cause navigations and air conditioner system lost. When pressure is applied, stops momentarily.

    NHTSA complaint 11690787
13. Filed Sep 8, 2025Failure Sep 1, 2025North Brunswick, NJUnknown or other

    The console back up screen malfunctioning

    NHTSA complaint 11685655
14. Filed Aug 3, 2025Failure Aug 10, 2024Provo, UTWarnings, Electrical system, Visibility/wiper

    The backup up camera screen stops working when the car is warm. The screen divides into three columns. As it warms up the columns fail. They become electronically distorted beyond recognition and eventually go black. This backup camera screen is also the touch screen that controls lots of functions of the vehicle. Defroster, climate controlls, radio, hands free phone usage, car settings for lights, horns, and much more. The car is available for inspection upon request. There is a large blind spot behind the vehicle when backing up. We only buy a car if it has a backup camera. We do not ever want to back over a child. The camera and viewing screen must work to help prevent this. On this vehicle it does not work. Unacceptable. We called the dealership. They are familiar with the problem. It happens to many jeeps they said. They quoted us $1050 dollars to fix it. I went online and found that many people that had paid to have this repaired at the dealership, had the screens fail again soon after the repair. We have not had it repaired yet. Because we don't have confidence that Jeep has a viable solution yet. It has not been inspected by anyone yet. The problem starts to appear as a separation of the screen into three columns. One by one, those columns begin to fail. They fail rather quickly. As the vehicle gets warmer, the screen fails faster. Often the screen doesn't work at all when you first turn the car on. There have not been any warning signs or lights warning us of a failure. The failure started around August 2024. The vehicle had only 24500 miles.

    NHTSA complaint 11678082
15. Filed Jul 5, 2025Failure Jul 3, 2025Dedham, MAElectrical system, Exterior lighting, Service brakes

    This is the 2nd time I am repairing the left rear light that controls the signal, brake and parking light. The wires are burnt to the bulb. There is condensation in the light. Not accident related. I note that there is a potential recall but not officially.

    NHTSA complaint 11671327
16. Filed Jun 13, 2025Failure Jun 12, 2025Frenchtown, MTSeat belts

    Took vehicle to Litha Jeep in Missoula Montana. They failed to do the recall and made it worse. Now the un-fasened seat belt alarm keeps alarming even when the seat belt is engaged.They also scratched the riverside passenger door and foot long deep scratch I have no faith they can fix any recall correctly since they didn't even bother to test it

    NHTSA complaint 11666667
17. Filed Apr 6, 2025Failure Mar 7, 2025Ellendale, DEElectrical system

    Unconect system replaced once under warranty garblled screen goes black after 10 min. Backup camera does not work. No longer under warranty should be recalled many compliments on line 58000 miles

    NHTSA complaint 11653039
18. Filed Mar 31, 2025Failure Feb 1, 2025Munnsville, NYElectrical system

    The screen has lines in it and I can’t see my back up camera

    NHTSA complaint 11651884
19. Filed Mar 23, 2025Failure Nov 28, 2024Willow River, MNEngine

    On 11/28/2024 my 2029 Jeep Renegade Multi Air Actuator failed we had just finished our drive when it failed. It spit oil everywhere and melted spark plug caps and cracked the value covers. We waited 4 months to get the part as it was on back order with thousands and we are still waiting on the value covers to this day. I PAY PAYMENTS monthly on a car I cannot drive and waiting on the parts because they are back ordered. I have spent thousands of dollars on parts and would hope thus would be a recall. If we were actively driving when it failed my family and I. Could have been badly injured.

    NHTSA complaint 11649977
20. Filed Mar 2, 2025Failure Jun 12, 2024Bolivar, MOUnknown or other

    The radio screen is black and the back up camera is contacted with the screen. I would think that would be a safety issue. I have tried all of the resets. I took to a dealership yesterday and it will cost over $1600.

    NHTSA complaint 11645808