The Lemon IndexAll cars · Jeep Renegade · 2018
2018 Jeep Renegade. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Engines and drivetrains 4
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.4L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | FWD | 24 / 31 / 26 | Premium | $3,000 |
| 1.4L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | AWD | 24 / 31 / 26 | Premium | $3,000 |
| 2.4L 4-cyl | Auto 9-spd | FWD | 22 / 30 / 25 | Regular | $2,500 |
| 2.4L 4-cyl | Auto 9-spd | AWD | 21 / 29 / 24 | Regular | $2,600 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
Failure mileage by system
Half of owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 4,800 and 36,400 miles. Median 16,000, from 228 complaints with a mileage.
| System | Median | Middle half | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 19,700 | 5,200–38,800 | 117 |
| Electrical | 14,000 | 2,600–34,800 | 50 |
| Fuel or ev drive system | 16,000 | 2,800–29,400 | 41 |
| Transmission & drivetrain | 17,500 | 2,700–42,000 | 35 |
| Brakes | 8,900 | 500–14,500 | 9 |
Mileage owners typed into their NHTSA complaint, all complaints for this model year. People report some problems late, so read it as a range.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Engine | 52% |
| Electrical | 22% |
| Fuel or ev drive system | 20% |
| Transmission & drivetrain | 17% |
| Brakes | 6% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 444 | 16 | 8 | 10 | 0 | 33 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Recall campaigns 2
18V731000 Oct 2018 Fuel System, Gasoline / Delivery / Fuel Pump
Defect. 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.
18V524000 Aug 2018 Electrical System / Wiring / Front Underhood
Defect. Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Renegade, Compass and Grand Cherokee, RAM 1500 and Promaster, Fiat 500x, Dodge Journey, Challenger, Charger and Durango and Chrysler 300x vehicles, 2017-2018 Jeep Wrangler, Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles and 2018-2019 Jeep Cherokee and 2018 Chrysler Pacifica and Pacifica Hybrid vehicles. The powertrain control module may be equipped with a voltage regulator chip in the circuit board that may fail, causing a stall or a no start condition.
Risk. A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began October 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U87.
Manufacturer communications 268
Jeep filed 268 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- 2.4L Engine Oil Consumption Test This bulletin involves performing an oil consumption…
- Engine Oil Vapor Inlet Tube Modification - P2173-00 - Air Leakage In Manifold (Signal Compare…
Crash ratings by version
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jeep Renegade SUV 2WD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Jeep Renegade SUV 4WD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | No | No |
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Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
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