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2021 Jeep RenegadeProblems, Recalls & Reliability

Based on reports from 107 owners and 2 recalls for this exact model.

Data updated ·checked October 21, 2026 · NHTSA complaints through October 19, 2026

Complaints
107
Crashes
4
Fires
2
Recalls
2
TSBs
259
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Preliminary Verdict

Think Twice

Based on 107 complaints, 4 crashes, 2 fires, and 2 recalls.

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Top reported problems

1

blind spot monitoring staying on

2 complaints • Severity 8/10

$X,XXX
2

forward collision warning malfunction

2 complaints • Severity 6/10

$X,XXX
3

transmission control module failure

1 complaints • Severity 10/10

$X,XXX
4

oil consumption

1 complaints • Severity 6/10

$X,XXX
5

goes in reverse with driving

1 complaints • Severity 10/10

$X,XXX

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Mechanic Inspection Checklist

!Check the ElectricalHIGH

26 owners reported electrical issues — failures commonly reported around 2K miles.

!Inspect the EngineMED
Look for symptoms of wear and premature failure
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Failure Timeline by Mileage

10
0–30K
3
30–60K
1
60–90K
90–120K
120–150K
150K+

Peak failure range: 0–30K miles (10 reports) • Median: 2K miles

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30,000-Mile Cost Projection

Best Case

$X,XXX

Most Likely

$X,XXX

Worst Case

$X,XXX

Top cost driver: Electrical (26 reports).

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Owner Intelligence

AI-synthesized themes from real complaints

Buyer Lot Checklist

Questions, test drive checks, walk-away triggers

Negotiation Talking Points

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Buy / Skip Verdict

Final recommendation with conditions

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Where the complaints fall

Electrical26 (24%)
Other20 (19%)
Engine9 (8%)
Airbags7 (7%)
Collision Avoidance7 (7%)
Drivetrain6 (6%)
Steering4 (4%)
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking3 (3%)

2021 Jeep Renegade: Known Issues & Problem Areas

Electrical Issues

Electrical complaints account for 24% of all reports filed for the 2021 Jeep Renegade, with 26 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. The median mileage at time of complaint is 1,650 miles, suggesting issues tend to surface around the 2K-mile mark.

Engine Issues

Engine complaints account for 8% of all reports filed for the 2021 Jeep Renegade, with 9 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to engine-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Airbags Issues

Airbags complaints account for 7% of all reports filed for the 2021 Jeep Renegade, with 7 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to airbags-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Collision Avoidance Issues

Collision Avoidance complaints account for 7% of all reports filed for the 2021 Jeep Renegade, with 7 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to collision avoidance-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Data sourced from NHTSA owner complaints and community reports. The full report analyzes severity, repair costs, and failure patterns for each category.

Complaint trend by year

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21
16
22
10
23
13
24
30
25
18
26

Complaints filed with NHTSA by year for the 2021 Jeep Renegade. Recent trend: decreasing.

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Recall History (2 recalls)

24V510000Aug 2024

SEAT BELTS:FRONT

Chrysler (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. A seat belt buckle switch sensor may be improperly connected, preventing the front seat air bag from deploying as intended.

24V918000Jan 2025

STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Jeep Renegade vehicles. The incorrect bumper reverse light assembly may have been installed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Recall severity analysis & seller scripts

The full report rates each recall's severity and gives you scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.

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2021 Jeep Renegade NHTSA Safety Ratings

Overall

★★★★★

4 of 5 stars

Frontal crash

★★★★★

4 of 5 stars

Side crash

★★★★★

4 of 5 stars

Rollover

★★★★★

3 of 5 stars

From NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings). Where NHTSA tested more than one version of this vehicle, the lowest rating is shown.

The worst model year for the Jeep Renegade is the 2015 — worth knowing if you're cross-shopping years. The biggest problem area is engine.

2021 Jeep Renegade vs. Class Average (Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD)

This vehicle

107

Class avg

206

Below the class average — fewer complaints than typical small sport utility vehicle 2wd vehicles. A good sign.

Complaint counts correlate with sales volume — popular vehicles naturally generate more reports. The full report normalizes for this.

About this data

NHTSA Complaints

Federal database of owner-filed safety complaints. 107 records for this vehicle.

NHTSA Recalls

Manufacturer-issued safety recalls. 2 recalls found for this vehicle.

Repair Cost Data

Real-world repair costs from owner reports and independent databases.

Last updated (checked October 21, 2026). NHTSA complaints received through October 19, 2026; safety ratings from NHTSA's 5-Star program.

Other Jeep Renegade Model Years

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2021 Jeep Renegade: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most common problem with the 2021 Jeep Renegade?
The most commonly reported issue with the 2021 Jeep Renegade is related to the electrical, with 26 complaints filed with NHTSA.
Is the 2021 Jeep Renegade reliable?
The 2021 Jeep Renegade has 107 complaints, 4 crash reports, and 2 fire reports filed with NHTSA. This is below the class average — a positive sign for reliability.
How safe is the 2021 Jeep Renegade?
NHTSA rates the 2021 Jeep Renegade 4 out of 5 stars overall, with 4 stars in frontal crash tests, 4 stars in side crash tests, 3 stars for rollover resistance. Where NHTSA tested more than one version, the lowest rating is shown.
How much does it cost to fix 2021 Jeep Renegade problems?
Repair costs vary by issue. The full BumperScan report includes detailed repair cost estimates (low/median/high) for every major issue, plus a 30,000-mile total cost of ownership projection.
Does the 2021 Jeep Renegade have any recalls?
Yes, the 2021 Jeep Renegade has 2 recalls on record. The full report includes recall severity analysis and scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.
What mileage do Jeep Renegade problems start?
Based on 14 complaints with mileage data, the median mileage at time of complaint is 1,650 miles. The highest concentration of reported issues occurs in the 0–30K mile range. The full report breaks down exactly which components fail at each mileage bracket.
When was the 2021 Jeep Renegade data last updated?
BumperScan last checked this vehicle against NHTSA on October 21, 2026, covering owner complaints received through October 19, 2026 plus the latest recalls, investigations and technical service bulletins. Its numbers last changed on October 4, 2026.
What’s in the full report?
10 sections of AI analysis: severity-ranked issues, component scores (0-100), 30K-mile cost projection, failure timeline by mileage, recall details with seller scripts, owner sentiment analysis, mechanic checklist, buyer lot checklist, negotiation ammo with dollar figures, and a buy/skip verdict.
How is this different from free NHTSA data?
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