Verdict
2016 Jeep Renegade: Complaints, Recalls & Known Issues
What the public record actually says about the 2016 Jeep Renegade — every figure below is a NHTSA or EPA number, not an opinion.
The read
More reported complaints than most SUV.
Owners filed 428 NHTSA complaints — more complaints than 84% of 2016 SUVs. Engine leads the reports (24%). 2 safety recall campaigns on record — check the VIN and remedy terms with a dealer.
Based on NHTSA complaint volume against 2016 SUVs, not adjusted for how many were sold. It describes the model year, not the individual car you are looking at.
Complaints filed
428
Reports to NHTSA, 2016
Safety recalls
2
NHTSA campaigns on record
NHTSA crash test
Overall NCAP rating
Combined MPG
25.5
EPA estimate
Complaint volume vs. segment peers
More complaints than 84% of 2016 SUVs
The bar is this car's percentile among 2016 SUVs by complaint volume — a full bar means the fewest complaints in its class. Not adjusted for sales.
Known issues
Engine issues lead owner complaints (24% of 428 reports), followed by electrical system (23%).
+ 18 more component categories with fewer reports.
Share of all 428 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11318201, ODI 11217596, ODI 11684681, ODI 11667980, ODI 11665433.
Recalls(2)
Open a recall to read what NHTSA says is wrong, what can happen, and how it gets fixed. Check the VIN and remedy eligibility with a dealer; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though a manufacturer may offer more coverage.
Suspension · 16E013000Details +Close −
Daystar Products International, Inc. (Daystar) is recalling certain aftermarket replacement rear control arm brackets included in Daystar's 2015-2016 Jeep Renegade 1.5" spacer kit, part KJ09168BK, shipped from Daystar to distributors between October 27, 2015 and November 5, 2015. The affected spacers may have improper or incomplete welds on the top flange on the rear control arm bracket, that can allow the rear axle to shift while driving.
Risk: If the axle moves there could be an increased risk of a crash.
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. Owners may contact Daystar customer service at 1-623-907-0081 or by email at Jbilyeu@daystarweb.com. Daystar's number for this recall is 16-01.
Trailer Hitches · 16V545000Details +Close −
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. The trailer hitch assembly may have been attached with only a single fastener per side, not three per side as required.
Risk: Without the proper amount of fasteners, the trailer hitch assembly may separate from the vehicle, and any towed vehicle may no longer be properly connected, increasing the risk of a crash.
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. Chrysler's number for this recall is S62.
A campaign can apply to this model year without being incomplete on a specific vehicle. Check the VIN with NHTSA or a dealer to confirm whether a particular car needs repair.
Investigations
0 NHTSA investigations on record
No investigations are on record as of Jul 2026. An empty record is not a clean bill of health.
Crash-test ratings
2016 Jeep Renegade SUV 2WD NHTSA source
- Overall
- Frontal
- Side
- Rollover
2016 Jeep Renegade SUV 4WD NHTSA source
- Overall
- Frontal
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Fuel economy by trim
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Renegade 4WD | 1.4L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 24 | 31 | 27 |
| Renegade 2WD | 1.4L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 24 | 31 | 26 |
| Renegade 2WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic 9-spd | 22 | 30 | 25 |
| Renegade 4WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 9-spd | 21 | 29 | 24 |
EPA laboratory estimates by trim and engine. Actual mileage varies with driving, weather, load, and maintenance. EPA source.
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2016 Jeep Renegade: frequently asked
What does the complaint record show for the 2016 Jeep Renegade?
Owners filed 428 NHTSA complaints about the 2016 Jeep Renegade — more complaints than 84% of comparable 2016 SUVs, so it sits toward the weaker end of its class. That's a signal, not a guarantee about any single car.
What are the most common problems on the 2016 Jeep Renegade?
The most-reported problem areas are Engine (24% of complaints) and electrical system (23%).
How many recalls does the 2016 Jeep Renegade have?
2 recalls have been issued that affect the 2016 Jeep Renegade, covering components such as suspension. Check the VIN with NHTSA and ask a dealer to confirm remedy eligibility; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though manufacturers may offer more coverage.
What gas mileage does the 2016 Jeep Renegade get?
The EPA rates the 2016 Jeep Renegade between 24 and 27 mpg combined, depending on trim and drivetrain.