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2017 Jeep Renegade recalls and problems

3 recalls and 566 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2017 Jeep Renegade.

3
recalls
566
owner complaints
23
complaints mentioning a crash
5
mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2017 Jeep Renegade recalls

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump

NHTSA campaign 18V731000 · reported October 17, 2018 · Chrysler (FCA US LLC) · 21,104 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
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.
The risk
A loss of fuel pressure can cause a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.

Engine and engine cooling: engine

NHTSA campaign 18V131000 · reported February 22, 2018 · Chrysler (FCA US LLC) · 9 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
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.
The risk
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.

Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel

NHTSA campaign 17V485000 · reported August 2, 2017 · Chrysler (FCA US LLC) · 3,002 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
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."
The 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.
The fix
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.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Oct 12, 2026 · Unknown or other

This vehicle suffers from a severe, documented manufacturing defect where the engine silently and rapidly consumes motor oil without leaving any puddles on the ground. The vehicle recently consumed all of its oil down to a completely dry dipstick between routine service intervals, presenting a critical engine-stalling…

Sep 30, 2026 · Electrical system

Malfunction indicator lamps illuminating incorrectly.

Sep 8, 2026 · Engine

Under normal driving conditions, coolant rapidly started leaking from the engine, and vehicle started overheating. UNKNOWN component failure, vehicle is currently at an independent service station. No warnings prior to overheating.

Aug 24, 2026 · Exterior lighting · 122,000 miles

The contact owns a 2017 Jeep Renegade. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the message "Left Brake Light Failure" was displayed. The contact disassembled the rear driver's side brake light and discovered that the wiring harness, turn signal, and brake light were melted. The vehicle was taken…

Aug 12, 2026 · Electrical system · 243,000 miles

Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2017 Jeep Renegade. The contact stated that while attempting to register the vehicle, the title was retrieved from inside the glovebox, and the contact discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale through Facebook Marketplace. At the time of…

Renegade model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2015 351288
2016 1431910
2017 3566235
2018 2444168
2019 48091
2020 363101

Across all years, the 2017 Renegade has the most complaints (566). All Jeep Renegade years →

Questions

Does the 2017 Jeep Renegade have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2017 Jeep Renegade, the most recent reported on October 17, 2018 (Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Jeep Renegade?
Owners have filed 566 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (268 complaints), followed by electrical system (149).
How many 2017 Jeep Renegade complaints mention a crash or fire?
23 of 566 complaints report a crash and 5 a fire; 16 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received October 12, 2026.