Legally reviewed by: Jessica Anvar Stotz, JD, MBA
Common problems with the 2021 Jeep Renegade include electrical system problems, forward collision avoidance system problems, and transmission problems. One recall has been issued due to the air bags not deploying properly.
New cars are often incredible pieces of both mechanical and electronic engineering, creating an enjoyable and even luxurious travel experience.
Unfortunately, on the other side of that coin are defective vehicles that don’t work properly and can even cause dangerous problems for consumers who purchase them.
When consumers encounter these problems, they often report them to platforms like the Kelley Blue Book or the National Highway and Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
This article will summarize those reports as well as provide a summary of the lemon law and how you can use it to be compensated.
Common 2021 Jeep Renegade Problems
- Electrical System Problems: Wiring covers wearing away, various faulty sensor warnings, infotainment system problems
- Forward Collision Avoidance System Problems: Faulty sensor reports, engagement of automatic emergency brakes
- Transmission Problems: Gear slippage, refusal to shift into certain gears, banging noises
2021 Jeep Renegade Electrical System Problems
Modern vehicles contain hundreds of electrical systems that control all kinds of features in the vehicle, from the infotainment system to brake sensors to the interior and exterior lighting.
Unfortunately, these systems are some of the more likely to be defective simply because there are so many of them and therefore one or two may run into problems.
Consumers specifically mentioned their wiring covers wearing away, various faulty sensor problems, and infotainment system issues.
These issues could cause problems for the driver if the driver relies on sensors and their infotainment system to safely drive and should result in a trip to the mechanic if discovered.
2021 Jeep Renegade Transmission Problems
A vehicle’s transmission moves power generated in the engine through the gears of the vehicle and ultimately to the wheels so that the vehicle can accelerate.
When it malfunctions, the driver may have trouble controlling the speed of the vehicle or keeping it from accelerating.
Transmission problems can have significant and severe impacts on driver safety. Consumers reported gear slippage, the vehicle not shifting into certain gears, and banging noises.
Any transmission problems, once discovered, should result in inspection and repair.
Complaints from ‘21 Renegade Owners
“The vehicle in front of me was at least one car length ahead of me as I was driving around 15 mph when the forward collision detection activated my automatic brakes and jerked me forward in the seat, almost causing whiplash. There was no reason for the detector to go off.”
“I bought this car and it has Significant Mechanical Problems And It’s BRAND SPANKING NEW. Don’t Trust Your Life In This Junk! It had to be Jump Started and it HAD a BAD GAS GAUGE! Then on the Following Monday it wouldn’t start again and the Dealership Told Me It Had Been Checked Out and Detailed!”
“My vehicle turned out to be a lemon. The dealership chapman dodge, did not help with the issues. Had to have 3 web upgrades in the first year. At one point my keys were locked in the car. Transmission slips, the sunroof has issues, the lane assist is not consistent, the reverse warning does not work.”
Lemon Law Advocacy for Affected Owners
Consumers who acquire defective vehicles are well-protected by lemon laws. It is the consumer’s right to receive a refund or replacement if a new or used vehicle under warranty is designated a lemon.
Lemon status is granted to vehicles that exhibit faults that seriously affect their usage, value, or safety and are covered by the manufacturer’s warranty at the time of the first repair attempt.
In addition, the car must experience a reasonable amount of repair attempts—usually two to four—or be out of commission for more than thirty days in total while undergoing repairs.
Successful lemon law claims necessitate meticulous documentation. Consumers should carefully document all communications with the dealership and repairs, as this evidence will substantiate their claim.
The consumer has the power to request a refund or a replacement vehicle if the defect persists after an adequate number of repair efforts.
This typically serves as the catalyst for negotiations or a lemon lawsuit. If the consumer is successful, they will be given either a replacement vehicle or a refund.
A similar new vehicle of the same make and model will serve as a replacement. Taxes, interest, and on occasion incidental expenses such as rental car costs and registration renewal fees are all included in a refund, in addition to the original purchase price or monthly payments made.
The manufacturer will deduct a usage fee for the period the car was driven problem-free.
Let the Lemon Law Experts Turn Your Lemon into Lemonade!
The process of navigating a lemon law claim can be intricate, and manufacturers frequently employ legal teams to safeguard their interests.
The likelihood of a successful lemon law claim can be substantially enhanced by engaging the services of an experienced lemon law attorney.
The Lemon Law Experts should be your initial choice for exceptional legal representation if you intend to file a lemon law claim.
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