CarComplaints.com Notes: Be warned the previous model year (2015) Jeep Renegade has a large number of complaints reported by owners. Time will tell whether the 2016 Renegade has the same issues.
I had high hopes for my Renegade but those hopes were quickly demolished. Within the first few months, my brakes began to squeal any time the brakes were engaged. I have been on the lookout for a recall concerning this issue, however, one has not manifested. I have other issues as well. I despise the fact that I am still paying a car note and my vehicle sounds like a jalopy.
Breaks on brand new jeep renegade squealing when leaving the driveway. I was hoping it was something that would just wear away in time but no its getting worse. I will bring it in for service soon.
Update from Jan 6, 2016: i read on jeeprenegadeforumn about "bedding down your breaks". basically drive to 60km/h then press brakes hard but not hard enough to trigger ABS. Do not let car come to a stop. repeat 5 or 6 times in a row. worked for me :)
- knucklez,
This City, ON, Canada
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I had high hopes for my Renegade but those hopes were quickly demolished. Within the first few months, my brakes began to squeal any time the brakes were engaged. I have been on the lookout for a recall concerning this issue, however, one has not manifested. I have other issues as well. I despise the fact that I am still paying a car note and my vehicle sounds like a jalopy.
- Karen L., Ruston, LA, US