2018 Jeep Renegade fuel, hybrid & EV propulsion problems

Related recalls

• Recall 18V731000Oct 17, 201821,104 vehicles
  FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

  Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Jeep Renegade 4X2 flex fuel/E85 vehicles equipped with a 2.4L engine. In certain operating conditions such as high power demand in conjunction with high altitude and/or high ambient temperatures, a manufacturing error in the fuel pump assembly may result in a loss of fuel pressure.

  Risk: A loss of fuel pressure can cause a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began April 26, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is UB2.

What owners say

1. Filed Aug 18, 2026TNFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   I was driving down the interstate at a low speed due to traffic being backed up and my vehicle started stalling as I was driving at a lower speed. The week before I was driving at a low speed in a parking garage and my vehicle stalled while driving. And I was at a stop sign a couple months ago and it stalled on the hill. It's also stuttered trying to merge on the interstate. Other vehicles same year and model have been recalled but mine has not been included. Also the…

   NHTSA complaint #11757789 · source
2. Filed Jun 8, 2026109,465 miGAEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionAcceleration & Cruise Control

   I am writing to report a severe safety defect regarding my 2018 Jeep Renegade. The vehicle suffers from an extreme internal oil consumption defect, burning 1 quart of oil every 1,000 miles. According to certified automotive diagnostics, this is five times the normal operating rate. This rapid oil depletion causes the vehicle to abruptly lose power, stall, and completely shut down while driving in active traffic without warning. Sudden engine failure at highway speeds creates…

   NHTSA complaint #11742647 · source
3. Filed Jun 3, 2026TNTowedFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   The contact owns a 2018 Jeep Renegade. The contact stated while driving at various speeds and depressing the accelerator pedal on several occasions, the vehicle hesitated, lost motive power and stalled. The RPMS were significantly high during the failure. The vehcile required to be towed on some occasions. The contact stated that the failure occured when the gas tank was below half full. Additionally, the contact stated that while at a complete stop on several occasions, the…

   NHTSA complaint #11741747 · source
4. Filed May 10, 2026TNFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   I was on a hill and the car stalled. Or sometimes it has trouble starting and the starter and alternator and battery are fine.

   NHTSA complaint #11736884 · source
5. Filed Apr 14, 2026IAFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   I was turning into a residenr parking lot and the engine stopped running as I was turning. Fortunately no car was oncming and there was no accident in my case. Could not get my vehicle started. It had to be towed to the local Jeep dealer where they determined the fuel pump failed with just 61k mileage. I was told that the recall was for just vehicles using E85 fuel . But have discussed with other owners of standard fueled vehicles who had similar issues with their vehicles.…

   NHTSA complaint #11731216 · source
6. Filed Jan 5, 2026MDElectrical SystemFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   Driving down the road the Jeep shuts off. It’s done it 5 times now. It takes a bit to turn back on. Almost caused four accidents it shitting down instantly

   NHTSA complaint #11708935 · source
7. Filed Nov 13, 2025TXElectrical SystemFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   Tried to turn on car and Jeep ECU started misfiring. I got the part replaced twice and it still did not work. Just stalled and engine refused to turn over. Was told it also was having fuel system problems.

   NHTSA complaint #11699090 · source
8. Filed Jul 14, 2025NMEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   Just had the engine replaced for the oil consumption done in 2022. They did not replace the motor mounts at that point. But now they are saying those are leaking and my fuel pump has also gone out.

   NHTSA complaint #11673477 · source
9. Filed Apr 11, 2025131,000 miTXTowedFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   The contact owns a 2018 Jeep Renegade. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power with the check engine warning illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the contact’s home. An independent mechanic came to the contact’s home, where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump module had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not…

   NHTSA complaint #11654103 · source
10. Filed Mar 27, 2025MDFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

    Truck sputter to start or does not start at all. When I put fuel in my car it doesn't start for two days. Mechanic believes it's fuel system but couldn't be sure since there weren't any codes throwing from his diagnostic machine

    NHTSA complaint #11650973 · source
11. Filed Jan 29, 2025CAElectrical SystemEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

    I just bought a 2018 jeep Renegade 4 month ago Carmax, so far 6 times, the engine. Just shuts off, last time my wife going on the freeway. I'm afraid that someone may get killed. Is they anything you can do to help is there a recall. We bought extended warrenty. Or is the car a lemon

    NHTSA complaint #11639367 · source
12. Filed Jan 16, 2025SCElectrical SystemEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

    The automobile will shut off during driving. On three separate occasions while driving the automobile has lost all drivability. The first occasion I was leaving work (01/02/2025) and as I went to accelerate on to the road from a dead stop, the engine shut off. I had to place the car back in park and depress the brake to start the engine again (by depressing the start engine button). The second occasion happened as I was entering the expressway (01/07/2025). I was turning off…

    NHTSA complaint #11636341 · 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