Jeep Renegade Engine Problems
Owners have filed 852 complaints with NHTSA about engine problems on the Jeep Renegade across 9 model years. The 2017 model year has the most (268). The words owners use most often: “low oil” (9% of reports).
- 852engine complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 12mention a crash
- 6mention an injury
- 1related recalls
- $810typical repair cost reported by owners
- 28%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Low oil: mentioned in 80 of 852 complaints (9%)
- Cooling fan: mentioned in 76 of 852 complaints (9%)
How much does it cost to fix?
Owners who wrote down what they paid or were quoted put the typical engine repair on the Jeep Renegade at $810, and half of them between $780 and $1,200.
Based on 16 NHTSA complaints about this problem alone that state a repair bill or quote (2017–2024), converted to 2026 dollars with the U.S. consumer price index. These are owners' own figures, not a quote: they include dealer quotes, and owners who file complaints often faced larger repairs, so they can run higher than typical shop prices. Prices vary by shop, region and warranty coverage. How we calculate this.
At what mileage do engine problems happen?
Based on 577 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 852 complaints, 12 mention a crash, 13 a fire, 6 an injury.
Jeep Renegade engine complaints by model year
| Model year | Engine complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Renegade | 3 | 15% | — |
| 2022 Renegade | 11 | 42% | 10,520 |
| 2021 Renegade | 9 | 13% | — |
| 2020 Renegade | 21 | 34% | 7,000 |
| 2019 Renegade | 15 | 19% | 5,700 |
| 2018 Renegade | 190 | 43% | 19,700 |
| 2017 Renegade | 268 | 47% | 30,700 |
| 2016 Renegade | 174 | 40% | 39,000 |
| 2015 Renegade | 161 | 31% | 40,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (1)
Engine and engine cooling:engine
Model years: 2017
Problem: 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.
Fix: 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 report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
While driving on the freeway at approximately 65 mph with my family in the vehicle, including my fiancée, my [XXX] son, and my fiancéeâs mother, the engine suddenly began making a grinding noise that lasted approximately 10 seconds. The engine then began knocking, and the vehicle abruptly shut…
There is an emissions recall on this Jeep; it is currently at the dealership for the repairs. In order to reach the part that must be replaced in order to complete the recall, there is a bolt that is sheared off. The dealership is telling us that we have to pay $3,800 in order to replace the head…
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.
Engine oil leak. My mechanic found an engine oil leak that is very substantial. I have spoken to several other Jeep renegade owners who have stated that theirs is also leaking. These need to be checked out by an authorized deal ASAP due to the danger of fire. I smell burning all the while I am…
There is something wrong with this jeep. I keep getting collision messages four-wheel-drive pops on and off on its own and randomly states that it needs to be serviced. The Jeep is hard to accelerate randomly on highway speeds going over 45. The Jeep also drives like a boat despite your front end…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Jeep Renegades have engine problems?
No. NHTSA has 852 owner complaints about engine for the Jeep Renegade. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Jeep Renegade engine?
Yes: 1 safety recall list engine. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
How much does it cost to fix engine problems on the Jeep Renegade?
Owners report a typical cost of $810 (half paid between $780 and $1,200), from 16 complaints that state a repair bill or quote, in 2026 dollars.
What do owners say about engine problems on the Jeep Renegade?
The most frequent phrase is “low oil”, in 80 of 852 complaints, followed by “cooling fan” (76).
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