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2017 Jeep Renegade: Complaints, Recalls & Known Issues
What the public record actually says about the 2017 Jeep Renegade — every figure below is a NHTSA or EPA number, not an opinion.
The read
More reported complaints than most SUV.
Owners filed 559 NHTSA complaints — more complaints than 84% of 2017 SUVs. Engine leads the reports (25%). 3 safety recall campaigns on record — check the VIN and remedy terms with a dealer.
Based on NHTSA complaint volume against 2017 SUVs, not adjusted for how many were sold. It describes the model year, not the individual car you are looking at.
Complaints filed
559
Reports to NHTSA, 2017
Safety recalls
3
NHTSA campaigns on record
NHTSA crash test
Overall NCAP rating
Combined MPG
25.5
EPA estimate
Complaint volume vs. segment peers
More complaints than 84% of 2017 SUVs
The bar is this car's percentile among 2017 SUVs by complaint volume — a full bar means the fewest complaints in its class. Not adjusted for sales.
Known issues
Engine issues lead owner complaints (25% of 559 reports), followed by electrical system (22%).
+ 13 more component categories with fewer reports.
Share of all 559 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11404725, ODI 11688582, ODI 11688506, ODI 11669853, ODI 11641754.
Recalls(3)
Open a recall to read what NHTSA says is wrong, what can happen, and how it gets fixed. Check the VIN and remedy eligibility with a dealer; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though a manufacturer may offer more coverage.
Electrical SystemFeb 2017 · 17V485000Details +Close −
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017 Jeep Renegade vehicles. Due to a software issue, multiple malfunction indicator lamps may illuminate on the instrument panel when no malfunction exists. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Control and Displays."
Risk: If the malfunction indicator lamps illuminate at incorrect times, the driver may be unaware when a true malfunction occurs, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the Instrument Panel Control software, free of charge. The recall began on September 14, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T50.
Engine And Engine Cooling · 18V131000Details +Close −
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.
Fuel System · 18V731000Details +Close −
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.
A campaign can apply to this model year without being incomplete on a specific vehicle. Check the VIN with NHTSA or a dealer to confirm whether a particular car needs repair.
Investigations
0 NHTSA investigations on record
No investigations are on record as of Jul 2026. An empty record is not a clean bill of health.
Crash-test ratings
2017 Jeep Renegade SUV 4WD NHTSA source
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2017 Jeep Renegade SUV 2WD NHTSA source
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Fuel economy by trim
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Renegade 4WD | 1.4L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 24 | 31 | 26 |
| Renegade 2WD | 1.4L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 24 | 31 | 26 |
| Renegade 2WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic 9-spd | 22 | 30 | 25 |
| Renegade 4WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 9-spd | 21 | 29 | 24 |
EPA laboratory estimates by trim and engine. Actual mileage varies with driving, weather, load, and maintenance. EPA source.
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2017 Jeep Renegade: frequently asked
What does the complaint record show for the 2017 Jeep Renegade?
Owners filed 559 NHTSA complaints about the 2017 Jeep Renegade — more complaints than 84% of comparable 2017 SUVs, so it sits toward the weaker end of its class. That's a signal, not a guarantee about any single car.
What are the most common problems on the 2017 Jeep Renegade?
The most-reported problem areas are Engine (25% of complaints) and electrical system (22%).
How many recalls does the 2017 Jeep Renegade have?
3 recalls have been issued that affect the 2017 Jeep Renegade, covering components such as electrical system. Check the VIN with NHTSA and ask a dealer to confirm remedy eligibility; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though manufacturers may offer more coverage.
What gas mileage does the 2017 Jeep Renegade get?
The EPA rates the 2017 Jeep Renegade between 24 and 26 mpg combined, depending on trim and drivetrain.