Jeep Renegade Complaints (2017)

567 consumer complaints on file.

#11682611August 23, 2025
ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING
The car keeps shutting off while driving. Had to replace battery twice in the last few months. Also had relays replaced. Problem keeps happening. Something is draining the battery. I read there were problems with this make and model where even when the vehicle is shut off, certain connections remain active and drains. Shutting down with no warning while driving is very unsafe.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11679963August 11, 2025
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, ENGINE
The contact owns a 2017 Jeep Renegade. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, at an altitude of 10,000 ft., the vehicle experienced a loss of automotive power before the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that there were construction barriers on the road, and the contact was not able to get to the side of the road. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the cause of the failure could not be determined. The contact stated that the failure had occurred approximately seven times. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was informed that a diagnostic test was needed. The contact declined and stated that the failure occurred while the temperature outside was high and hot, and the vehicle was driven on a steep hill. Upon further investigation, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V731000 (Fuel System, Gasoline). The manufacturer was notified of the failure and advised the contact to have the dealer check the Flex Fuel/E85 system. The manufacturer advised the contact to have the dealer open a star case. The failure mileage was unknown.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11679535August 9, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
I was driving down the road and my latched my sky roof panel flew up in the air while I was driving. Thankfully it stayed attached to the latch and I pulled off the road quickly so the entire panel did not fly off into traffic. I was also only driving 35 miles per hour so that helped too.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11679110August 7, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
ABS system issues: all warning lights come on - abs, traction control, parking brake (the yellow light as well as the red one. Red comes on an flashes then goes off), hill start, ect... Had codes ran that came back with several ABS related codes as well as engine codes leading back to the ABS system. Came up with right rear tone ring needs replaced. This is likely untrue as the lights come on and off leading me to believe it is more likely an issues with the speed sensor. This safety risk with this is that when the lights are on there is no traction control leading to it locking up an sliding even at low speed (few miles per hour when stopping at bottom of dirt/gravel drive way). There is also a power change lasting a few seconds while driving when the lights do go out. I have also had only a few times where the parking brake (E brake) will come on and stop me immediately when I first start to move forward.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11678364August 4, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Vehicle Safety Complaint Report: 2017 Jeep Renegade Latitude The sunroof assembly failed. The entire unit appears to be permanently bonded to the roof, rather than designed for modular replacement. This design flaw makes the issue unserviceable without replacing the entire roof structure. The vehicle is available for inspection upon request. The sunroof will not close, which: -Makes the vehicle unfit for safe driving in any weather condition. -Increases the risk of loose objects being sucked out at high speeds, potentially striking other vehicles or pedestrians. -Leaves the interior exposed to rain or wind, reducing driver visibility and focus. -Weakens the structural integrity of the roof in the event of a rollover Presents a theft and vandalism risk due to an unsecured vehicle. This vehicle has a double sunroof, meaning nearly the entire roof is compromised when the system fails. The exposure affects both front and rear passengers, greatly increasing risk for everyone inside and for other drivers on the road. A service center confirmed that the sunroof cannot be simply repaired or replaced because it is glued into the roof. They explained that repair would require replacing the entire roof, which is thousands of dollars and not covered by any active recall or warranty. The issue has been reviewed by a service technician. At this time, the manufacturer has not formally inspected it, but the vehicle is available for inspection. There were no warning lamps or alerts. The failure occurred suddenly—the sunroof stopped closing and became stuck. This occurred without any prior mechanical symptoms or electrical malfunction warnings.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11674927July 21, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES, STEERING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
Random warning messages and lights. Power steering fails, as does the power brakes. Usually, as I'm driving, it begins with airbag warning message. Then, the warning messages increase: Front collision, lane departure, blind spot, brake, power steering. While all of these things are happening I hear my doors lock, and unlock. Finally, I lose my power steering, and power brakes, like what would happen if the car has stalled. However, it is still running. Recently, after losing the power steering and brakes, I stopped and with the car still running, I could not put up my windows.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11671228July 4, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
There are open recalls on the issues I have with my vehicle but it says my car isn’t one of them but it’s having the problems
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11669853June 27, 2025
ENGINE
Something shot out of the engine and caused a large hole the car never overheated and oil changes were done properly. The dealership says sometimes these things just happen and is unable to tell me what shot through the engine.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11669186June 25, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE
While driving, the Service Engine warning came on and was followed by the Coolant Temperature High Warning roughly 5 minutes after. The somewhat cool air coming out turned hot, even with the settings set to Max Cool Air. Turned the vehicle off and found the engine code P0481 Fan 2 Control Circuit, I allowed the car to cool before checking fuses for the Cooling Fan. The F07 Engine Cooling Fan had a 40 Amp Fuse that was blown (Note: the owner manual states the 40 Amp fuse is for the 1.4 without A/C, the 50 Amp Red was required for a 1.4 with A/C and all 2.4 models). A new 50 Amp Maxi Fuse was installed and the car A/C cooled down for approximately 15 minutes. Then the coolant temperature started to rise again and white/grey smoke came out from under the hood. Thankfully I was able to find a safe place to stop my car, but I was driving with smoke obscuring my vision which was a serious safety issue that would have caused an accident especially if I had made it on the highway. The cooling fan was shaking and very noisy even as the car was turned off. After cooling down, the fuse was checked again and verified okay. So the cooling fan was replaced. Upon replacement, the A/C and coolant temperature were normal. But the service engine light remained and the code P0481 refused to clear. Currently monitoring the coolant temperature and new fan.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11668355June 21, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE:BODY
Factory settings for rear passenger window provide too much lift to window which place increase stress on weather stripping. Over time, weather stripping can break and compromise the door's electrical system. It also impairs how door closes leading to increased stress on the door pillar which can give way and break. This leads to further risk of compromise of electrical systems as well as body component as it may change the vehicle's dynamics.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11660569May 12, 2025
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jeep renegade 2017 fuel pump recall fail. Check engine light on after the recall. diagnostic shows evap leak from the fuel pump assembly. Dealership refuse to hold responsibility of the recall. It has been 5 months already. Tech smells gasoline from the backseat and it is a fire hazard.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11657184April 28, 2025
POWER TRAIN
Cracked oil pump housing/balance shaft module (BSM). The checking engine light came on, and the system requested an oil change after only 3k from the last oil change. I brought it to the mechanic, and the oil was refilled, and the checking engine light turned off. The vehicle keeps asking for an oil change. I opened the hood, and oil was splashed all over, leaving oil stains on the inside of the hood, hoses and surrounding surfaces.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11656076April 22, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
While driving, my Jeep has shut off multiple times. When it comes back on it just says “service power steering” and doesn’t have anything come up when diagnosing.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11655965April 21, 2025
ENGINE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
My car continues to shut off while you're driving down the road.Then it won't start for a little bit!
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11655180April 17, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
My jeep often times has a jerking motion to it and dealer has no idea why. Others have this same problem
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11655088April 16, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Unknown this vehicle shuts off while in drive when it says it needs an oil change or if the oil is low. It doesn't even give you the warning before, it just shuts off while your driving. This has happened to me many times where I've almost been in an accident. Most recently today when in my kids school drop off line. It just completely shut.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11653354April 8, 2025
ENGINE, POWER TRAIN
my grandfather has own he renegade since it came out in 2017. it has had nothing but issues most of which as his granddaughter i had fixed. but the last at least year I've had his vehicle illuminate a check engine light. Especially in very wet weather, cold or hot weather. If it's a normal 65-degree days for a few days, it will go off. it's a very intermittent light. that you have to catch. Taken to AutoZone, dealership, etc. It's a P0420 code which is failed catalytic converter. called and spoke to Stellantis, Mopar customer service multiple times. it's not an issue they refuse to acknowledge. also pricing for a catalytic converter isn't possible. because the only available ones are on back order hard.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11651298March 28, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The rear windows do not properly stop causing damage to the rubber window/door frame. When put up, they pass through the insert ripping the rubber trim. This also causes a space in the bottom of the window a child can stick their finger through. If not aware, when the window is lowered a finger can be severely broken
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11651413March 28, 2025
ENGINE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Engine malfunction with unpredictable times of hard shift jolting. It's a concern while driving and frightened when it happens. Not sure if this could get worse and could be a safety risk. Took to a dealer. Did not act up when they checked it. It has to be driven all the time to catch when it decides to act up. Happens between 2 to 3 and down from 4th to 3rd gear. No engine light indicates a problem. When I had other things fixed, I had mechanic to check it out. Invoice mentioned what was fixed but nothing stating about them running a test on what I have additionally been experiencing with the jolt as it shifts since it didn't do it at the time. Had transmission flushed hoping it would help but still does it.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11651099March 27, 2025
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR
The contact owns a 2017 Jeep Renegade. The contact stated while driving approximately 40-45 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing engine hesitation while driving at various speeds. The vehicle was taken to O'Reilly, Auto Zone, and Advance Auto, where DTC: P0420 was retrieved, and the vehicle was diagnosed with catalytic converter failure. The dealer was contacted and informed the contact that the VIN was not included in a related recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 108,600.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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