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2018 Jeep Renegade problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 693 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 6.1 times the median Renegade year — the 2018 model ranks #3 of 9 Renegade years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list. Complainants reported 18 injuries in total across these filings.

Engine leads the complaint categories with 194 reports (28% of the total). In government crash testing it earned 4 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

693

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

24

Crash-involved

12

Fires reported

18

Injuries

0

Deaths

4

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2018 compare to other Renegade years?

Renegade NHTSA complaints by model year, 2018 highlighted921 complaints2015: 796 complaints2016: 668 complaints2017: 921 complaints2018: 693 complaints2019: 114 complaints2020: 90 complaints2021: 103 complaints2022: 42 complaints2023: 43 complaints
Renegade NHTSA complaints by model year, 2018 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2018 Jeep Renegade problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Engine19428%
Electrical System14120%
Fuel System9814%
Other9213%
Transmission588%
Brakes213%
Speed Control162%
Visibility & Wipers122%
Steering112%
Airbags91%
Driver Assistance91%
Lighting91%
Body & Structure61%
Tires & Wheels51%
Seat Belts51%
Seats41%
Suspension20%
Latches & Locks10%

Does the 2018 Jeep Renegade have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

18V731000Fuel SystemOctober 17, 2018 · 21,104 units

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.

Consequence

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.

18V524000Electrical SystemAugust 9, 2018 · 12,779 units

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.

Consequence

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“I was coming up to a red light with a car stopped ahead of me and trying to brake but my brakes did not effectively slow my car so I rear ended the car in front of me going about 10mph or 15mph and his car had zero damage but my car would not turn off (push to start was not working) and my engine…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · December 5, 2022 · crash · fire

“THIS OCCURRED AFTER AN ACCIDENT, DAMAGING THE FRONT BUMPER AND GRILL OF THE VEHICLE. THE DAY AFTER THE ACCIDENT, VEHICLE STALLS ONCE WHILE DRIVING. THE FOLLOWING DAY, VEHICLE DRIVES AS IF PUTTING IN GAS WHILE IN PARK, BUT IS STILL ABLE TO DRIVE ALONG WITH STOPPING AND GOING WHILE ACCELERATING. NOW,…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · February 6, 2019 · crash

“I BOUGHT THE VEHICLE 3/6/2020 FROM THE I-10 DODGE DEALERSHIP IN INDIO, CA. THE CAR APPEARED TO BE WORKING PERFECTLY: NO FUNNY SMELLS OR NOISES, GOOD ACCELERATION AND BRAKES, NO WARNING LIGHTS ON DASH CONSOLE OR ANYTHING LIKE THAT. LAST SATURDAY (5/2/2020) I DROVE IT TO MY FRIEND'S MOBILE HOME. I…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · May 2, 2020 · fire

“THIS OCCURRED AFTER AN ACCIDENT, DAMAGING THE FRONT BUMPER AND GRILL OF THE VEHICLE. THE DAY AFTER THE ACCIDENT, VEHICLE STALLS ONCE WHILE DRIVING. THE FOLLOWING DAY, VEHICLE DRIVES AS IF PUTTING IN GAS WHILE IN PARK, BUT IS STILL ABLE TO DRIVE ALONG WITH STOPPING AND GOING WHILE ACCELERATING. NOW,…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · February 6, 2019 · crash

“2018 JEEL RENAGADE 4WD STALLS WHILE DRIVING. FEELS LIKE LOSS OF FUEL PRESSURE AROUND 60 MPH. NO SPEED CONTROL WHILE DECELERATION. WHEN STOPPED THE VEHICLE REQUIRES TO SHIFT TO PARK AND TURN OFF. SOMETIMES WILL AUTOMATICALLY TRY TO RESTART THE ENGINE SEVERAL TIMES. DANGEROUS BECAUSE I WAS DRIVING ON…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · April 28, 2021

2018 Jeep Renegade — common questions

Is the 2018 Jeep Renegade reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 693 complaints put the 2018 model at #3 of 9 Renegade years. It is one of the Renegade years to avoid.

What are the most common 2018 Renegade problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are engine (194 complaints), electrical system (141 complaints), fuel system (98 complaints).

Does the 2018 Jeep Renegade have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2018 Jeep Renegade. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Jeep Renegade years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Renegade years to avoid are 2017, 2015, 2018, 2016. The cleanest record among Renegade years belongs to 2022.

How safe is the 2018 Jeep Renegade?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2018 Jeep Renegade earned an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.