2017 Jeep Renegade engine problems

Related recalls

• Recall 18V131000Feb 22, 20189 vehicles
  ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

  Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017 Jeep Renegade vehicles equipped with a 2.4L engine. These vehicles may be equipped with a cracked oil pump housing/balance shaft module (BSM), which can cause the oil pump to fail and the engine to stall.

  Risk: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the oil pump for its production information, and replace the BSM as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 13, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U18.

What owners say

1. Filed Sep 8, 2026TXEngine

   Under normal driving conditions, coolant rapidly started leaking from the engine, and vehicle started overheating. UNKNOWN component failure, vehicle is currently at an independent service station. No warnings prior to overheating.

   NHTSA complaint #11762764 · source
2. Filed Aug 11, 2026OHEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionOther / Unknown

   I am reporting a safety concern involving a 2017 Jeep Renegade, VIN [VIN removed]. The vehicle was purchased used on May 22, 2026 at approximately 89,055 miles and began experiencing problems almost immediately. On May 27, only five days and approximately 96 miles after purchase, a diagnostic showed Check Engine FAIL with codes P0128 and P0456. On May 28, the selling dealership advised that the vehicle needed a thermostat and had an EVAP code requiring further diagnosis. On…

   NHTSA complaint #11756341 · source
3. Filed Jul 17, 2026TXEngineSeats & Seat BeltsVisibility & Wipers

   This vehicle’s windows dull out and side mirrors get brown and orange spots on them. Seat Belts won’t hold your seat belt and can sometimes pop out while going down the road. It sets off the seat belt alarm and you have to keep trying to get it back in. There’s a Recall for some 2017 models, but this one doesn’t fall under the recall but has the same issues for the Engine cooling fan. Electric cooling fan won’t spin and causes the car to use up coolant and overheat. This…

   NHTSA complaint #11751229 · source
4. Filed Feb 5, 202685,000 miILTowedEngine

   The contact owns a 2017 Jeep Renegade. The contact stated that after several attempts, the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with coolant intrusion into the cylinder, causing engine failure. In addition, an unknown part of the electrical system had failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle remained at the dealer unrepaired. The contact stated that the engine block on the vehicle was serviced in 2020 under an…

   NHTSA complaint #11715817 · source
5. Filed Feb 5, 2026HIElectrical SystemEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   Honestly there are so so many problems that have occurred and all under 40,000-50,000 miles! Two recalled radiators and i know its having oberheating isuuses ahain . My car literaly got so hot it slpikt4my batery and the battery aciid smoke filled the eniter cabin are of the vehicle my kids and i in car . The back windshield exploded into spider webs type breaks randomly absolutely i have eye witnesses other than my own word as welll. There is ,more but its enough i think…

   NHTSA complaint #11715754 · source
6. Filed Jan 16, 2026AZEngineTransmission & Drivetrain

   Driving turned, left in the vehicle paused like the engine paused yesterday and this morning I turned right in my engine stalled out completely turned off. It was hard to get it. Restarted again. I had codes run on it and the battery was fine. It finally started again after

   NHTSA complaint #11711378 · source
7. Filed Nov 25, 2025TXEngineLighting

   Catalytic Converter. Part was recalled on the same engine but cuts off at 2016, however, my 2017 has the exact same engine and exact same issue as the recall issued to prior years. The problem has been confirmed by a dealership and mechanic. I have had a check engine light on to notify me of this error.

   NHTSA complaint #11701432 · source
8. Filed Sep 19, 2025OREngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   While accelerating on freeway, engine suddenly turned off. Fuel pump went out, and I had to coast to safety avoiding traffic. Having to move lanes into the shoulder was incredibly scary once my momentum dropped to 15mph on a freeway alongside cars going 85+. It almost caused 2 separate accidents where others had to slam on their brakes. I noticed other renegades have recalls for this, I’m curious why mine does not when I enter in the vin?

   NHTSA complaint #11688506 · source
9. Filed Sep 8, 2025NHElectrical SystemEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   While driving my car, all of a sudden all my icons on my dashboard will light up. My car will die in the middle of driving it and once I put it in park it won't restart. Also when driving it seems like not enough gas is going through to get it to move. I can be driving my car for 15 to 20 minutes and all of a sudden it dies in the middle of the road. This is the 3rd time it has happened to me since owning it all withing the last year.. It is unsafe for me to have my car die…

   NHTSA complaint #11685808 · source
10. Filed Aug 23, 2025PAElectrical SystemEngineLighting

    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.

    NHTSA complaint #11682611 · source
11. Filed Aug 11, 2025AZEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

    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…

    NHTSA complaint #11679963 · source
12. Filed Jun 27, 2025CAEngine

    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.

    NHTSA complaint #11669853 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology