How common are electrical problems on the 2020 Jeep Renegade?

NHTSA lists 15 Electrical System complaints for the 2020 Renegade, which is 24% of the 62 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2020 Jeep Renegade's electrical system?

No. NHTSA shows no related recalls filed for this problem area on the 2020 Renegade.

At what mileage do these electrical issues usually appear?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 20,000 miles.

What specific electrical failures do owners describe?

Owners describe black or glitchy touchscreens that knock out the backup camera, unexpected engine shutoffs while driving, vehicles that won't turn off, and stuck sunroofs.

Did any 2020 Renegade electrical complaints involve crashes or injuries?

Yes. NHTSA records show 1 crash and 1 injury among the complaints filed in this problem area, with 0 fires.

2020 Jeep Renegade Electrical System Problems

NHTSA lists 15 Electrical System complaints for the 2020 Jeep Renegade, 24% of its 62 total complaints for the year. There is no related recall on file. Median mileage at failure was 20,000 miles.

Electrical System complaints: 15; 24% of 62
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 20,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Infotainment or Uconnect touchscreens go black, show white lines, or display discolored and glitchy graphics, often disabling the backup camera view.
Vehicles unexpectedly stall or shut off completely while driving, including at highway speed, sometimes recurring multiple times in a short period.
Some owners report the vehicle would not shut off after the engine was turned off and the key removed, requiring a technician to disconnect the battery or pull a fuse to stop it.
Loss of motive power while driving at low speed has been reported, in one case triggering seat belt tightening and leaving the vehicle unable to restart.
Sunroof gets stuck and will not close, with dealers reportedly saying the entire roof assembly needs replacement.
Backup camera screens go completely black or show no visual input, removing rear visibility while driving in reverse.

When 2020 Jeep Renegade electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Jun 25, 2021, latest Mar 28, 2026.

15 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jun 2021 to Mar 2026; peak Jun 2021 (1).

Electrical System recalls for the 2020 Jeep Renegade

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Electrical System complaints by Renegade model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

2015139 (27%)
2016131 (30%)
2017161 (29%)
2018135 (31%)
201927 (34%)
202015 (24%)
202127 (40%)
202212 (46%)
202310 (50%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are electrical problems on the 2020 Jeep Renegade?: NHTSA lists 15 Electrical System complaints for the 2020 Renegade, which is 24% of the 62 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2020 Jeep Renegade's electrical system?: No. NHTSA shows no related recalls filed for this problem area on the 2020 Renegade.
At what mileage do these electrical issues usually appear?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 20,000 miles.
What specific electrical failures do owners describe?: Owners describe black or glitchy touchscreens that knock out the backup camera, unexpected engine shutoffs while driving, vehicles that won't turn off, and stuck sunroofs.
Did any 2020 Renegade electrical complaints involve crashes or injuries?: Yes. NHTSA records show 1 crash and 1 injury among the complaints filed in this problem area, with 0 fires.