2016 Jeep Renegade
This year had 30% to 100% more complaints than this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2015 | 511 |
| 2016 | 428 |
| 2017 | 559 |
| 2018 | 439 |
| 2019 | 77 |
| 2020 | 62 |
| 2021 | 63 |
| 2022 | 23 |
| 2023 | 20 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
40% of complaints: engine — 172 distinct reports on file.
FIRE27% of complaints: electrical system — 116 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURY17% of complaints: power train — 73 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED MAY 16, 2016. ON AUGUST 6, 2016 THE VEHICLE COMPLETELY SHUT OFF WHILE TRAVELING 60 MPH DOWN THE INTERSTATE. THE ELECTRONIC TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT CAME ON AND THE 4-WHEEL DRIVE LIGHTS SHUTOFF COMPLETELY.
NHTSA ODI report, 20160829
VEHICLE ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN. DRIVER TOOK FOOT OFF THE BRAKE FROM DEAD STOP AND THE RENEGADE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN WITHOUT TOUCHING THE ACCELERATOR.
NHTSA ODI report, 20160426
7% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 29 distinct reports on file.
6% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 26 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
my car suddenly caught fire while driving on the freeway. i heard a boom, felt my car shake and saw flames out my back window, i pulled over immediately and got out of the car. going around the passenger side to inspect my tires and car.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260418
VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED MAY 16, 2016. ON AUGUST 6, 2016 THE VEHICLE COMPLETELY SHUT OFF WHILE TRAVELING 60 MPH DOWN THE INTERSTATE. THE ELECTRONIC TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT CAME ON AND THE 4-WHEEL DRIVE LIGHTS SHUTOFF COMPLETELY.
NHTSA ODI report, 20160829
SAFETY TIMELINE
Daystar Products International, Inc.
Remedy: Daystar will notify owners, and direct them to repair shops to have the brackets inspected and replaced as needed, free of charge. The recall began on March 11, 2016.
Campaign 16E013000 — check if this car was fixed
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Jeep Renegade vehicles manufactured August 25, 2014, to June 25, 2016, equipped with a factory-installed optional trailer hitch package.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install two additional fasteners per side, free of charge. The recall began on October 13, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
Campaign 16V545000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2016 Jeep Renegade — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine issues (172 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (116 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (73 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 16E013000 (suspension) has been completed.
- Verify recall 16V545000 (trailer hitches) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2016 Jeep Renegade reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2016 Jeep Renegade is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Jeep Renegade?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2016 Jeep Renegade have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.