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2022 Jeep Renegade Engine Problems

Complaints
11about this part
Share
41%of 27 total for the year
Median mileage
10,520miles
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 11 complaints about the engine of the 2022 Jeep Renegade, 41% of the 27 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 10,520 miles.

Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.

Example complaints

Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.

“While having my car serviced my mechanic informed me that I have an oil leak (and told me time to get rid of it). He did some searching and found that there is a safety-related issue and to take it to a dealer for repair. I have only had this jeep barely over two years. I have been smelling the car hot while driving it or after turning it off. Even my daughter has commented on it. There has only been one dash light come on but I don't remember what it was. My mechanic is keeping an eye on it. …”

NHTSA complaint #11751775, filed 2026-07

“I bought this 2022 Jeep Renegade in 2023. Upon changing the oil today (3/13/2026) my mechanic found a rear main seal leak. He stated to check for recalls/safety as this should not be happening; the car only has 54,000 miles on it. I have called a couple friends that have one and they too have leaks. Is this covered for repair under a recall? Also the engine stalls when I try to take off, jerking and stalling. I know this isn't normal for this car to act like this. It will also stall or jerk sometimes while driving it. I will have this car two years this April 2026. …”

NHTSA complaint #11724136, filed 2026-03

“Engine oil leak. My mechanic found an engine oil leak that is very substantial. I have spoken to several other Jeep renegade owners who have stated that theirs is also leaking. These need to be checked out by an authorized deal ASAP due to the danger of fire. I smell burning all the while I am driving it and constantly adding oil. Mine is a 2022 model Jeep renegade and I have owned it since 2024. I need to have this repaired or Ill need to get rid of it. I think the dealership I bought it from knew there was a problem but neglected to inform me as I would not have bought it.”

NHTSA complaint #11762101, filed 2026-09

“First, this vehicle is burning 1 quart of oil every 750 miles. Being unaware, when driving, engine shudder and tried to fail, making me unable to accelerate through an intersection. When trying to accelerate, the vehicles RPMs extend above 4 if I don’t accelerate at an extremely slow pace. I can not get up to speed quickly when going on to a freeway. The vehicle collision warning continues to malfunction. Had it fixed again recently. Gas is burning faster than it should be because of the high RPMs and engine working so hard. …”

NHTSA complaint #11495711, filed 2022-12

“The contact owns a 2022 Jeep Renegade. The contact stated that while driving at unknown speeds, the vehicle lost motive power and shut down. The contact called the local dealer, who was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 9,040.”

NHTSA complaint #11558955, filed 2023-12, 9,040 miles

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Engine: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
2023315%
20221141%
2021913%
20202235%
20191519%
201819043%
201726847%
201617440%
201516131%

Other parts of the 2022 Jeep Renegade

Electrical system
13 complaints
Transmission and drivetrain
6 complaints
Forward collision avoidance
5 complaints
Air bags
3 complaints
Fuel system
3 complaints
Seat belts
3 complaints
Other or unknown
2 complaints
Brakes
1 complaints
Exterior lighting
1 complaints
Steering
1 complaints
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
1 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2022 Jeep Renegade

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology