repaired · 2026 Q3
Exterior lighting: back up lights
Risk. The incorrect reverse lights may have reduced visibility, and not alert pedestrians and other drivers that the vehicle is backing up, increasing the risk of a…
2022 Jeep RenegadeProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 28 owner complaints about the 2022 Jeep Renegade, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 2 safety recalls, and for recall 24V-510 the manufacturer reports only 60% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 2, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2022 Jeep Renegade has problems
28 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
14Electrical system
11Engine
6Power train
5Forward collision avoidance
4Air bags
4Seat belts
3Fuel/propulsion system
1Exterior lighting
1Visibility
22 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 14 | 0 |
| Engine | 11 | 0 |
| Power train | 6 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 5 | 0 |
| Air bags | 4 | 0 |
| Seat belts | 4 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 3 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 0 |
| 2 other systems | 2 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2 recalls
2022 Jeep Renegade recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Air bags: frontal
Risk. A front seat air bag that does not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Jeep.
Best & worst years
2022 vs. every other Renegade year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Renegade median. How we score
'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2022 Jeep Renegade safety ratings
2022 Jeep Renegade SUV AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★Overall rating
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 3 stars (22.8% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Optional
- Lane departure warning: No
In owners' words
What Renegade owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
My 2022 Jeep Renegade continues to experience an intermittent front-passenger seat-belt warning and audible chime even when an adult passenger is properly seated and the seat belt is securely fastened. The warning activates and deactivates unpredictably. I have also experienced intermittent…
The Courtesy Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram Tampa, Florida dealership fraudulently marked my safety recall as completed in 2024, despite never performing the repair. I have driven this vehicle for two years believing my major airbag safety recall was addressed, when it was not. The Vancampen Motors Inc -…
There is something wrong with this jeep. I keep getting collision messages four-wheel-drive pops on and off on its own and randomly states that it needs to be serviced. The Jeep is hard to accelerate randomly on highway speeds going over 45. The Jeep also drives like a boat despite your front end…
Own a 2022 Renegade?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.