Jeep Renegade reliability
The Jeep Renegade fails its MOT about as often as most cars 6 to 10 years old: 23.5% of 20,607 tests failed in 2023, against 24.4% on average.
8 DVSA recalls for the Jeep Renegade
Most cover a batch of cars built in a set period, and dealers fix them free. Sweep’s check shows the recalls for a car’s age and whether the DVSA has one outstanding.
2024 Jeep Renegade and Compass PHEV 12V cable connection
On certain vehicles the under-seat intermediate connection or the rear connection to the Integrated Dual Charging Module (IDCM) may not be tightened to the proper torque which may cause overheating of the terminal with risk of thermal incident to surrounding parts.
Fix: Check the conformity of the fastener torque on the 12V cable connection and if required replacement of the cable.
Recalled models: Renegade PHEV · 24 vehicles
Incorrect tyre size data on Certificate of Conformity (CoC)
Affected vehicles may display incorrect tyre size information on the Certificate of Conformity (CoC).
Fix: The CoC must be replaced.
Recalled models: RENEGADE · 18 vehicles
Catalyst efficiency
On affected vehicles the tailpipe emission standards are exceeded due to a loss of catalyst CO/NOx conversion efficiency as a result of the catalyst operating at high temperatures.
Fix: The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) and Transmission Control Module (TCM) software will be updated and a new catalytic converter fitted.
Recalled models: RENEGADE · 1 vehicles
The PBU (pressure valve) membrane in the high voltage battery pack may not be sealed due to incomplete ultrasonic welding
On affected vehicles The PBU (pressure valve) membrane in the high voltage battery pack may not be sealed due to incomplete ultrasonic welding. If the battery pack is completely submerged in water (i.e. water fording) water can enter the battery pack which can cause a fire.
Fix: Check the QR code on the PBU (pressure valve) to verify the compliance of the 48V battery and replacement of the 48V battery if necessary.
Recalled models: RENEGADE · 191 vehicles
The occupant restraint controller (orc) special features / function configuration memory may be incorrectly updated when certain diagnostic service tools are used
An incorrect update may inadvertently disable certain passive safety features.
Fix: Update the occupant restraint controller software..
Recalled models: RENEGADE · 2,340 vehicles
The right side engine mount may not have been machined correctly
An engine mount bolt may have not have sufficient thread length.
Fix: Replace the engine mount bolt and washer and further torque the mounting bolts
Recalled models: RENEGADE · 68 vehicles
Transaxle wiring has been incorrectly fitted
The transaxle wiring harness may have been built with insufficient wire terminal crimp(s). This may cause the transmission to select neutral.
Fix: Reprogram the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) and the Transmission Control Module (TCM). Where necessary the transaxle range sensor wire harness replaced.
Recalled models: RENEGADE · 1,418 vehicles
Side window airbags may fail to deploy
The left and right side window airbags were manufactured with incorrectly manufactured airbag inflator initiators that may not ignite when a deployment voltage is provided to the initiator. As a result vehicles may experience a non-deployment of the window airbag during a crash event warranting an airbag deployment.
Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the left right or both window airbags as instructed on all involved vehicles.
Recalled models: RENEGADE · 34 vehicles
Checking a Jeep Renegade before you buy
Look at the parts above at the viewing, and read the car’s own MOT history: advisories for the same parts suggest the problem is already starting. Sweep’s free check shows every MOT, advisory and mileage reading for a registration.