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
- 430
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Engine
Campaigns on file for 2016
None on file
40% of complaints
Complaints per year
2016: 430 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2015 | 511 |
| 2016 | 430 |
| 2017 | 564 |
| 2018 | 442 |
| 2019 | 78 |
| 2020 | 62 |
| 2021 | 67 |
| 2022 | 26 |
| 2023 | 20 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Engine
40% · 173 reportsShow complaint excerpts
There is an emissions recall on this Jeep; it is currently at the dealership for the repairs. In order to reach the part that must be replaced in order to complete the recall, there is a bolt that is sheared off.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-23
Electrical system
28% · 119 reportsMost commonly citing fuses and circuit breakers and software.
Power train
17% · 73 reportsShow 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, 2016-08-29
Also filed under Fuel/propulsion system
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, 2016-04-26
Vehicle speed control
7% · 29 reportsExterior lighting
6% · 27 reportsMost commonly citing concealment devices.
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2016Complaint volume 430 complaints filed for this model year.
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2016-03-11Suspension16E013000 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.
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2016-10-13Trailer hitches16V545000 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.
Buy-smart checklist
2016 Jeep Renegade — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine: 173 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 119 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 73 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 16E013000 · Suspension
- Recall 16V545000 · Trailer hitches
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- 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 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.