NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2020 Jeep Renegade
Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.
The Jeep Renegade is a subcompact SUV that slots below the Compass in Jeep's lineup, targeting urban drivers and younger buyers who want trail-capable styling in a city-friendly footprint. Sold in both front-wheel-drive and four-wheel-drive configurations, it competes in one of the most crowded segments in the American market. From model years 2019 through 2023, its safety record deserves a close, honest look before you sign.
The 2020 Jeep Renegade earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 68 out of 100, an below average result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. It has 3 recalls on record, reflected in the score.
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Reviewers generally find the Jeep Renegade charming and distinctive in a segment full of lookalike crossovers, praising its optional off-road capability and strong brand identity. However, they tend to note that it lags behind segment leaders in refinement and that its overall value proposition requires scrutiny when stacked against newer, more polished competitors.
NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 14276
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL24V510000
Risk: A front seat air bag that does not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will repair the connection, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning August 27, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 82B.
Reported 2024-07-03
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA20V191000
Risk: The lingering rearview image can distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will update the radio display software, free of charge. Optionally, owners can choose to remotely update their software via an Over-The-Air (OTA) update available as of May 1, 2020. The recall began April 27, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W30-W37.
Reported 2020-09-10
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER19V909000
Risk: A cracked right rear brake caliper can fail, reducing braking performance and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the right rear brake calipers, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 7, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is VE8.
Reported 2019-12-19
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints
62 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.