2015 Jeep Renegade problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Power Train (129) · Engine (88) · Electrical System (35)
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🛣️ Complaints by mileage
399 NHTSA complaints that reported an odometer reading.
Safety recalls (4)
Trailer Hitches 2016-07-20 · campaign 16V545000 · 8,581 vehicles
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Jeep Renegade vehicles manufactured August 25, 2014, to June 25, 2016, equipped with a factory-installed optional trailer hitch package. The trailer hitch assembly may have been attached with only a single fastener per side, not three per side as required.
Risk: Without the proper amount of fasteners, the trailer hitch assembly may separate from the vehicle, and any towed vehicle may no longer be properly connected, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install two additional fasteners per side, free of charge. The recall began on October 13, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S62.
Power Train:automatic Transmission 2016-07-12 · campaign 16V529000 · 329,540 vehicles
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Jeep Cherokee and 2015 Chrysler 200, Jeep Renegade, RAM ProMaster, and 2016 Fiat 500X vehicles equipped with 9-speed automatic transmissions. The transmission sensor clusters may have insufficient crimps in the transmission wire harness, and as a result, the transmission may unexpectedly shift to neutral. On August 29, 2016 Chrysler added the 2016 Fiat 500X vehicles to this recall.
Risk: If the vehicle unexpectedly shifts to neutral, there is an increased risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, dealers will reprogram the Powertrain Control Module and the Transmission Control Module and if necessary replace the transaxle range sensor wire harness, free of charge. The recall began on November 7, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S55.
Suspension:rear 2016-02-18 · campaign 16E013000 · 50 vehicles
Defect: Daystar Products International, Inc. (Daystar) is recalling certain aftermarket replacement rear control arm brackets included in Daystar's 2015-2016 Jeep Renegade 1.5" spacer kit, part KJ09168BK, shipped from Daystar to distributors between October 27, 2015 and November 5, 2015. The affected spacers may have improper or incomplete welds on the top flange on the rear control arm bracket, that can allow the rear axle to shift while driving.
Risk: If the axle moves there could be an increased risk of a crash.
Fix: Daystar will notify owners, and direct them to repair shops to have the brackets inspected and replaced as needed, free of charge. The recall began on March 11, 2016. Owners may contact Daystar customer service at 1-623-907-0081 or by email at Jbilyeu@daystarweb.com. Daystar's number for this recall is 16-01.
Electrical System:cybersecurity 2015-08-12 · campaign 15V508000 · 7,810 vehicles
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015 Jeep Renegade vehicles manufactured September 18, 2014, to June 25, 2015. The affected vehicles are equipped with radios that have software vulnerabilities that can allow third-party access to certain networked vehicle control systems.
Risk: Exploitation of the software vulnerability may result in unauthorized remote modification and control of certain vehicle systems, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify and mail affected owners a USB drive that includes a software update that eliminates the vulnerability, free of charge. Optionally, owners may download the update to their own USB drive from http://www.driveuconnect.com/software-update/ or take their vehicle to a Chrysler dealer for immediate installation. In an effort to mitigate the effects of this security vulnerability, Chrysler has had the wireless service provider close the open cellular connection to the vehicle tha
Service bulletins (402)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Electrical System 2026-03-04 · S1408000384 REV.J · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
start stop charging warning lamp illuminated on, intelligent battery sensor (ibs) state of charge (soc) inaccurate, battery charging message, presence of ibs related diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs), or battery warning lamp on
Electrical System 2026-02-14 · S1408000384 REV.I · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
start stop charging warning lamp illuminated on, intelligent battery sensor (ibs) state of charge (soc) inaccurate, battery charging message, presence of ibs related diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs), or battery warning lamp on
Unknown Or Other 2025-10-07 · S2524000012 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
high voltage air conditioning refrigerant dye
Structure:body 2025-08-16 · 31-001-25 REV. B · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
aluminum body panel corrosion repair aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood, hinges or other exterior surface areas of the hinges, doors, fenders, swing gates or liftgates.
Structure:body 2025-08-14 · 31-001-25 REV. A · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
aluminum body panel corrosion repair aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood, hinges or other exterior surface areas of the hinges, doors, fenders, swing gates or liftgates.
Structure:body 2025-08-13 · 31-001-25 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
aluminum body panel corrosion repair aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood, hinges or other exterior surface areas of the hinges, doors, fenders, swing gates or liftgates
Showing the 6 most recent of 402 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2026-10-12 · Power Train“my 2015 jeep renegade dropped into neutral at highway speeds. while jeep claims the vin is not covered under safety recall s55, the vehicle is suffering from the exact physical safety defect described in that recall, and that the alternative "w84" customer program has left your car completely unsafe to drive. i found the dealership receipt for w84 …”
2026-06-15 · Structure:body“while the vehicle was being driven at highway speed, a large piece of roof trim detached from the vehicle and went airborne. the piece measures approximately 6 inches by 42 inches, and is stiff plastic. my jeep renegade has the mysky sunroof option, and this trim is a piece that sit just forward of those panels, filling the gap between the sunroof …”
2026-03-27 · Power Train“i am writing to report a recurring safety issue with my vehicle’s transmission. when attempting to accelerate into traffic, the engine revs high but fails to deliver power to the wheels, acting as if it is in neutral. this failure to shift into gear has occurred several times and poses a significant safety risk. i have maintained the vehicle regul…”
2026-03-22 · Electrical System“as i was driving the airbag light quickly turned on and off. i did not get it checked out but it is a known issue were the light will turn on due to electrical issues. and if this fails and others or myself are driving/riding in this vehicle and a crash occurs we will not have the protection of the airbags.…”
2026-03-10 · Exterior Lighting“i previously had this same issue august 2024 (associated complaint 11608428). my rear drivers side tail light is out completely-no brake light, reverse, turn signal, or nighttime tail light is working. i spent nearly $800 to replace part 68599920aa, as the entire motherboard was fried, as were the connectors from overheating. i’ve located several o…”
2026-02-20 · Unknown Or Other“i am driving down the road and the vehicle goes into neutral and the engine turns off. i then have to stop the vehicle and restart it. when i hit the starter button. it sputters and then starts. this has been happening irregularly 1-3 times a week since it started in december of 2025.with last time happening being on 2/16/2026.…”
2026-01-13 · Unknown Or Other“low oil pressure indication light came on and then off. vehicle taken to jeep, they informed us that the 2.4l engine was consuming oil which led to internal damage to engine. service associate claims jeep had a recall on this specific problem with this specific engine. …”
2025-10-28 · Engine“ i purchased in 2015 (jeep renegade). the dealership promised a “lifetime warranty” for the duration of my ownership, but despite repeated service visits over the past 10 years for persistent electrical problems, they have refused to honor this warranty. it has come to my recent attention that the two major reasons jeep has stopped making the rene…”
2025-10-26 · Steering“when i was driving and stopped at a red light, my jeep automatically shut off. it had the steering wheel warning and air bag warning pop up. i had a message that told me to put my vehicle in park when i tried to start it back up. i placed it in park and started up the jeep again. it came back on, but the warning lights remained on. once i made it h…”
2025-10-25 · Engine“i was driving my vehicle and all of the sudden it just turned off and said vehicle shift to p to select gear, and i kept pressing the gas and it wouldn’t move , i have nothing on my dash no lights or anything. …”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.