2021 Jeep Renegade

67 federal complaints (107 component records) · 2 recall campaigns on file · 192 service bulletins · 2 Canadian recalls
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Engine
1.3L 4-cyl
Fuel
Regular
Drive
FWD
EPA economy
24 city / 32 hwy
Federal complaints
67
Recall campaigns
2
Specifications show one example EPA configuration for this model year; other engines, drivetrains, and trims exist and the records below cover all of them.
How to read this file. Complaint records are unverified owner submissions to the federal safety agency. Counts are raw, not adjusted for sales volume or vehicle age. Recall campaigns apply to the model; only a VIN check shows whether this car is affected or repaired. Parts shown are named by an editorial note or listed as a search directory; none is a diagnosis. Full methodology.

Fault profile

Complaint-component records on this vehicle, grouped by family. A complaint naming two systems counts once in each.

Electrical system
26
Other
20
Driver assistance
17
Engine & cooling
10
Air bags
7
Power train
6
Steering
4
Glass & wipers
3
Complaints are owner-reported and not verified by the agency.

When it fails

The timing of this vehicle's reported failures, from the complaint file itself. A cluster tells you what to expect and when; it is shaped by reporting behavior as well as by the vehicle.

Vehicle age when the failure occurred

0 years old: 9 complaints01 years old: 12 complaints2 years old: 8 complaints3 years old: 10 complaints4 years old: 19 complaints5 years old: 9 complaints56 years old: 0 complaints7 years old: 0 complaints8 years old: 0 complaints9 years old: 0 complaints10 years old: 0 complaints1011 years old: 0 complaints12 years old: 0 complaints13 years old: 0 complaints14 years old: 0 complaints15 years old: 0 complaints1516 years old: 0 complaints17 years old: 0 complaints18 years old: 0 complaints19 years old: 0 complaints20+ years old: 0 complaints20+
Years between the model year and the owner's reported failure date. Based on 67 of 67 complaints with a usable failure date.

Known issues

The component families with the most complaint records against this vehicle. Counts, crash and fire figures belong to the whole family, not to any single named issue. Parts listed are related system parts, not a diagnosis.

Electrical system

26 complaint records1 fire report
"The touchscreen stopped working. I cant change monitor the temperature of the car, use the back up sensor and other things...."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse electrical system parts in the directory →

Driver assistance

17 complaint records1 crash report
"My car stalled in traffic causing an risk for accidents.I couldn't steer the vehicle.There were numerous things going off in the car that prevented the mobility of the vehicle...."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse driver assistance parts in the directory →

Engine & cooling

10 complaint records1 fire report
"My car stalled in traffic causing an risk for accidents.I couldn't steer the vehicle.There were numerous things going off in the car that prevented the mobility of the vehicle...."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse engine & cooling parts in the directory →

Recall campaigns

Safety-recall remedies are normally provided at no charge. Under US federal law the mandatory free remedy applies when the vehicle was no more than 15 years old at the time the defect was determined; manufacturers often cover older vehicles voluntarily. Canadian rules differ. Confirm eligibility with the manufacturer using the VIN. Each campaign number links to the federal record.

CampaignComponentSummaryRemedy
24V918000StructureChrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Jeep Renegade vehicles. The incorrect bumper reverse light assembly may have been installed.Normally free
24V510000Seat BeltsChrysler (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.Normally free

Transport Canada recalls

Recalls issued under Canadian law for this model year, from Transport Canada's Vehicle Recalls Database. Matched by model name, so a Canadian-market variant may appear here that was sold under another name in the US. Units are Canadian vehicles affected.

RecallSystemUnits (CA)Summary
2024747
2024-12-10
Lights And Instruments85Issue: On certain vehicles, the wrong bumper backup lamp assembly may have been installed. As a result, the backup lamps may be the wrong colour when the vehicle is reversing. Canadian regulations require the backup lamps to be white.
2024390
2024-07-03
Seats And Restraints8,387Issue: On certain vehicles, the connector for the driver and/or passenger-front seat belt buckle sensor(s) could fail and cause the seat airbag(s) to deploy with too much force.

Service bulletins and warranty extensions

Manufacturer communications to dealers on file with the federal agency: repair instructions, service campaigns, and warranty extensions. A warranty extension means the manufacturer may pay for a repair the recall table does not cover.

BulletinTypeComponentSummary
21-042-26 REV. B
Sep 2026
Power TrainNot applicable to vehicles built for US market. 1.5L Transmission Diagnosis Service Solution Customers may experience one or more of the following: SYMPTOM: ● Transmission warning light on and/or vehicle jerking. ● Vehicle is not shifting correctly or has no traction.
21-042-26 REV. A
Jun 2026
Power TrainNot applicable to vehicles built for US market. 1.5L Transmission Diagnosis Service Solution Customers may experience one or more of the following: SYMPTOM: ● Transmission warning light on and/or vehicle jerking. ● Vehicle is not shifting correctly or has no traction.
9100852
Jun 2026
EngineWhen long block is received, inspection needs to be performed per SOL S2609000010 before the repair begins. If the block machining is not complete according to information in SOL, a new long block will need to be ordered.
S2609000010
Jun 2026
EngineMis-Machined Engine Block
21-042-26
May 2026
Power TrainNot applicable to vehicles built for US market. 1.5L Transmission Diagnosis Service Solution Customers may experience one or more of the following: ● Transmission warning light on and/or vehicle jerking.
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BulletinTypeComponentSummary
08-204-26
May 2026
Power TrainNot applicable to vehicles built for US market. Vehicle Does Not Operate In Electric Mode And/Or Reverse Gear Is Unavailable Customers may experience one or more of the following: ● The vehicle does not operate in electric mode. ● Reverse gear is not available.
S1408000384 REV.J
Mar 2026
Electrical SystemStart Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State of Charge (SOC) Inaccurate, Battery Charging Message, Presence of IBS related Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), or Battery Warning Lamp On
S1408000384 REV.I
Feb 2026
Electrical SystemStart Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State of Charge (SOC) Inaccurate, Battery Charging Message, Presence of IBS Related Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), or Battery Warning Lamp On
08-394-25 REV. A
Dec 2025
Electrical SystemTelematics Box Module (TBM) Backup Battery Replacement When DTC B1E21 Is Present Technicians may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle may exhibit/set the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC): ● B1E21-96 - Backup Battery Component Internal...
9100734
Dec 2025
Electrical SystemIf the DTC B1E21-96: Backup Battery-Component Internal Failure is active and customer states Popup message will show at the radio: "Battery of Uconnect Box requires service. SOS call and related functions may be unavailable.
08-394-25
Dec 2025
Electrical SystemTelematics Box Module (TBM) Backup Battery Replacement When DTC B1E21 Is Present echnicians may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle may exhibit/set the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC): ● B1E21-96 - Backup Battery Component Internal...
23-041-25
Nov 2025
StructureNot applicable to vehicles built for US market. Glove Box Door Difficult To Close Customers may experience the following: ● The glove compartment door is difficult to close. This bulletin involves installing a washer spacer stack to correct glove compartment door alignment.
09-028-25
Oct 2025
EngineNot applicable to vehicles built for US market. Drivers Monitoring Module Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) Sensor Not Installed Properly Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must exhibit/set one or more of the following...
21-040-25
Oct 2025
Power Train948TE Transmission Reaction Shaft Service Bushing Kit Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle may exhibit/set the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC): ● P1DB7-00 - Torque Converter Clutch Performance.
23-008-25 REV. A
Sep 2025
StructureExterior Front Lamps Condensation Clearing Procedure *Some customers may report that on occasion vehicle exterior front lamps (headlamps, fog lamps, grille lamps, logo lamps or signature lamps) assemblies are fogged with a light layer of condensation on the inside of the lenses*
9100668
Sep 2025
Electrical SystemVerify "Z" part number availability. Order a "Z" part number for all Exchange Orders: Warranty, Mopar, Customer pay and Service contract. Order a "68" part number for New unsold units only.
31-001-25 REV. B
Aug 2025
StructureAluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood, hinges or other exterior surface areas of the hinges, doors, fenders, swing gates or liftgates.
31-001-25 REV. A
Aug 2025
StructureAluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood, hinges or other exterior surface areas of the hinges, doors, fenders, swing gates or liftgates.
31-001-25
Aug 2025
StructureAluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood, hinges or other exterior surface areas of the hinges, doors, fenders, swing gates or liftgates
S2508000067
Aug 2025
Electrical SystemKey Fobs Only Work When Depressing the Key Fob Into the Keyless Ignition Node (KIN)
08-239-25
Aug 2025
Electrical SystemNOTE: Not applicable to vehicles built for US Market. Rear View Camera Inoperable Customers may experience the following: ● Rearview camera is inoperable, or shows a blue screen. This bulletin involves replacing the rearview camera main harness.
9100624
Jul 2025
EngineVerify Reman part number availability. Order the "R" part number for all orders:
08-208-25
Jul 2025
Electrical SystemNOTE: Not applicable to vehicles built for US Market. R1L Radio Over The Air Update From 62.00.23 To 62.00.29 Software Version Customers will not experience any symptoms.
18-028-25
Jun 2025
Unknown Or Other"Check Engine Light Illuminated - Erroneous Fault Codes Set Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination.
09-005-25
Mar 2025
Engine"Various Models - Engine Valley Cap (Flywheel Side) - Oil Leakage - Service Solution Customers may experience the following: ● Oil leaks from the engine compartment, engine/transmission coupling.
S258A000009
Mar 2025
Electrical SystemApple CarPlay Does Not Complete The First Initial Wireless Connection.
103290
Feb 2025
Fuel/Propulsion SystemVALVE - FUEL VAPOR
S2108000015 REV.J
Feb 2025
Electrical SystemUconnect Box Require Service Message
23-008-25
Feb 2025
Electrical System"Headlamp Condensation Clearing Procedure Some customers may report that on occasion, vehicle exterior head lamp assemblies are fogged with a light layer of condensation on the inside of the lenses. "
S1408000384 REV.H
Jan 2025
Electrical SystemStart Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State of Charge (SOC) Inaccurate, Battery Charging Message, Presence of IBS Related Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), or Battery Warning Lamp On
S1408000384 REV.G
Jan 2025
Electrical SystemStart Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State of Charge (SOC) Inaccurate, Battery Charging Message, Presence of IBS related Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), or Battery Warning Lamp On
08-258-24
Dec 2024
Electrical System"Body Control Module (BCM) Replacement Guidelines Guidelines in case of BCM replacement on exFCA vehicles in the Enlarged Europe region. "
08-038-24 REV. A
Nov 2024
Electrical System"VP2R 7''/ 8.4'' - Radio SW USB update to 23.04.17.01 The customer may describe one or more of the following: ● Sporadically Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) setting is lost. ● Sporadically Rearview Camera (RVC) image is kept active in forward driving.
09-021-24
Nov 2024
Engine"Various Models - Engine Valley Cap (Flywheel Side) - Oil Leakage - Service Solution Customers may experience the following: ● Oil leaks from the engine compartment, engine/transmission coupling.
S2408000117
Nov 2024
Electrical SystemTurtle Icon Warning Lamp is Displayed on Cluster, No Electric Vehicle Operation or Reverse
S228A000017 REV.A
Sep 2024
Electrical SystemBattery Drain Suspected or "Identified" From USB or Media Hub
08-177-24
Aug 2024
Electrical System"Power Folding Mirror Inoperative The power folding mirrors may intermittently not fold, or unfold. This bulletin involves replacing the power folding mirror/window switch assembly."
23-004-24 REV. A
Aug 2024
Structure"Headlamp Condensation Clearing Procedure Some customers may report that on occasion, vehicle exterior head lamp assemblies are fogged with a light layer of condensation on the inside of the lenses."
31-001-24
Jul 2024
Structure"Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood, hinges or other exterior surface areas of the hinges, doors, fenders, swing gates or liftgates.
08-160-24
Jul 2024
Unknown Or Other"Management Procedure for Customer Issues in Connected Services Customers may experience the following: ● Various Connected Services issues.
08-149-24
Jun 2024
Electrical System"12V Battery Low Level Charge Notification On Customer’s Mobile Application Vehicle's 12V battery Low Level Charge notification on customer’s mobile application."
S1408000384 REV.F
Jun 2024
Electrical System"Start Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State of Charge (SOC) Inaccurate, Battery Charging Message, Presence of IBS related Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), or Battery Warning Lamp On "
08-143-24
Jun 2024
Electrical SystemGlobal Telematics Box Module (TBM) Firmware Over The Air (FOTA) Software Update from 4.34 to 4.36 Customers will not experience any symptoms.
S1408000384 REV.E
Jun 2024
Electrical System"Start Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State of Charge (SOC) Inaccurate, Battery Charging Message, Presence of IBS related Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), or Battery Warning Lamp On "
9100338REV1
May 2024
Engine"GENERATOR Engine Prior to alternator/generator removal: 1. Inspect & check all electrical connections to the alternator a. 2-way connector containing field control circuit & alternator sense voltage circuit. b. Unplug & plug-in the 2-way connector for field & sense circuit.
S1908000050 REV.A
May 2024
Electrical SystemChecking Radio Software Level On A VP2 Radio
0802824
Jan 2024
Electrical SystemRadio Over The Air Update from QR39.82F to QR40.12 Software Version Customer may experience one or more of the following: ? Mobile Wi-Fi inoperative upon start up. ? Hotspot gives "No Internet" connection message on phone when trying to connect to a device.
0802624
Jan 2024
Electrical SystemRadio Over The Air Update from QR39.5 to QR40.11 Software Version Customer may experience one or more of the following: ? Mobile Wi-Fi inoperative upon start up. ? Hotspot gives "No Internet" connection message on phone when trying to connect to a device.
0802524
Jan 2024
Electrical SystemRadio Over The Air Updating to QR40.12 Software Version Customers may experience one or more of the following: ? Mobile Wi-Fi inoperative upon start up. ? Hotspot gives "No Internet" connection message on phone, when trying to connect to a device.
2300424
Jan 2024
Exterior LightingHeadlamp Condensation Clearing Procedure Some customers may report that on occasion, vehicle exterior head lamp assemblies are fogged with a light layer of condensation on the inside of the lenses.
S1408000384
Jan 2024
Electrical SystemStart Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State of Charge (SOC) Inaccurate, Battery Charging Message, Presence of IBS related Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), or Battery Warning Lamp On
0824523
Nov 2023
Unknown Or OtherRadio Over The Air Update to Q339.3 to QR39.62 Software Version Customers may experience one or more of the following: ? Mobile Wi-Fi inoperative upon start up. ? Hotspot gives "No Internet" connection message on phone when trying to connect to a device.
1000123
Nov 2023
Electrical SystemAir Bag Warning Lamp Illumination Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) has been set: ?
0823023
Oct 2023
Unknown Or OtherRadio Over The Air Updating From QR39.6 to QR40.12 Software Version Customers may experience one or more of the following symptoms: ? Mobile Wi-Fi inoperative upon start up. ? Hotspot gives "No Internet" connection message on phone when trying to connect to a device.
0822923
Oct 2023
Electrical SystemFlash: Global Telematics Box Module (TBM) Update to 4.34 The customer may experience the one or more of the following: ? Outdated vehicle data on customer's mobile app. ? Connected Services maintenance popup displayed on the radio screen. ?
2310423
Oct 2023
Vehicle Speed ControlFront Side Window Contour Seal Deformation One or both front door side window seals are deformed Fig. 1. This bulletin involves replacing the window seal and glass.
9100229
Sep 2023
SuspensionLIFTER, Hydraulic Roller Deactivating Please do not replace MDS lifters because the disconnecting pin is not lined up, this is normal and not a defect.
9100226
Sep 2023
Electrical SystemConnector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability.
93023
Aug 2023
EquipmentWarranty Bulletin D-16-03 - "Can / Am" Warranty Coverage - 594 / 595 / 596 WCC (Rev. B)
93120
Aug 2023
EquipmentFCA Caribbean Warranty Bulletin ID-23-20 "Can / Am" Warranty Coverage - 594 / 595 / 596 WCC

Showing 60 of 192 distinct bulletins on file for this vehicle.

Before you buy this vehicle

A test-drive checklist generated from this vehicle's own complaint and recall record.

  1. Sit in it with the engine off and test everything that has a switch.Windows, locks, lights, the cluster, the radio. Electrical faults are this vehicle's story and the hardest to see on a drive: an intermittent no-start waits for the second week of ownership. Ask for the battery's age and whether any control module has been replaced.
  2. Try the camera, sensors, and any driver-assist features in a parking lot.A blank or frozen backup camera image and phantom sensor alerts are this vehicle's driver-assistance complaints.
  3. Cold-start it yourself and listen for the first thirty seconds.Knocking, ticking that fades as it warms, or blue or white smoke on startup are the sounds of this vehicle's engine cluster. Check the oil level and the coolant color, and ask whether the engine or its head gaskets have ever been out.
  4. Run the VIN against open recalls before you negotiate.This vehicle has 2 recall campaigns on file. An open recall needs VIN-specific confirmation. Many are quick, no-charge fixes and worth negotiating over; an unresolved do-not-drive advisory, or a remedy the manufacturer has not yet made available, should stop the purchase until it is resolved.
  5. Ask for the service history in writing, then read it against this page.The complaint families above are where owners of this vehicle report trouble. Repairs in exactly those systems are evidence the car had the problem; no such repairs could mean it never developed it, or that it was never fixed. The test-drive items above are how you tell those apart.

Parts search directory

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