This page covers 2 recalls, 434 owner complaints, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2018 Jeep Renegade.
24–26 mpg combined
9–9.8 L/100km
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 2 tested variants for this model year.
4/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
For the 2018 Jeep Renegade, engine and fuel system complaints dominate the complaint picture, with electrical issues close behind. Owners frequently report unexpected stalling, sometimes while moving through intersections or turns, often followed by a no-start condition that required a tow. Fuel pump failure shows up repeatedly as the diagnosed cause, typically at moderate mileage. Stalling is sometimes preceded by warning lights flashing on and off without a clear trigger. On the electrical side, owners report the touchscreen delaminates and becomes unresponsive, cutting off access to climate control, navigation, Bluetooth, and lighting settings all at once. A smaller but consistent thread involves the forward collision warning system activating when no obstacle is present, which owners describe happening on open roads with no vehicles nearby.
434
Total Complaints
16
Crash-Related
8
Fire-Related
10
With Injuries
By System
The 2018 Jeep Renegade has two recalls, both involving conditions that can cause the engine to stall and raise the risk of a crash.
One recall affects vehicles with a wiring issue in the front underhood area that can cut power and stall the engine. The other recall is limited to 4x2 flex fuel/E85 models with the 2.4L engine, where the fuel pump can lose pressure under high-demand conditions such as climbing at altitude or driving in high heat, also causing a stall.
At a glance
What can fail
A manufacturing error in the fuel pump assembly may cause loss of fuel pressure during high power demand combined with high altitude or high temperatures.
What the fix does
The fuel pump will be replaced at no charge.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Based on 2 tested variants; worst-case ratings shown.
Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
At a glance
What can fail
A voltage regulator chip in the powertrain control module may fail, causing the engine to stall or not start.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the powertrain control module at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
