Does the 2018 Jeep Renegade have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2018 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 2018 Jeep Renegade?

Owners have filed 444 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (190 complaints), followed by electrical system (131).

How many 2018 Jeep Renegade complaints mention a crash or fire?

16 of 444 complaints report a crash and 8 a fire; 13 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2018 Jeep Renegade recalls and problems

2 recalls and 444 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2018 Jeep Renegade.

recalls

444

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

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.

2018 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.

Electrical system: wiring, front underhood

NHTSA campaign 18V524000 · reported August 9, 2018 · Chrysler (FCA US LLC) · 12,779 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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.
The risk: A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: 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.

Most reported problems

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

Engine190
Electrical system131
Unknown or other95
Fuel/propulsion system91
Power train58
Service brakes17
Vehicle speed control16
Steering11
Visibility/wiper11
Fuel system, gasoline10

What owners report

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

Oct 18, 2026 · Fuel system, gasoline
My jeep just died then tries to start and won't and I just bout it year ago or started making payments on it

Oct 10, 2026 · Unknown or other
Screen issues with the uconnect infotainment system. Issues with accessing climate control features and using the backup camera due to screen flashing and or going blank.

Sep 9, 2026 · Unknown or other
When I put the car in reverse sometimes it takes it about a minute for my backup camera to appear on the radio screen. I am not able to take my vehicle in for inspection since I have no babysitter or another vehicle while it is getting looked at. Also my tire pressure system light came on saying the tire pressure…

Aug 18, 2026 · Fuel/propulsion system
I was driving down the interstate at a low speed due to traffic being backed up and my vehicle started stalling as I was driving at a lower speed. The week before I was driving at a low speed in a parking garage and my vehicle stalled while driving. And I was at a stop sign a couple months ago and it stalled on the…

Jul 13, 2026 · Electrical system
Backup camera screen went out 2 months after purchasing. I googled and multiple forums including Reddit had 2018 renegade owners reporting the same thing Definitely a safety issue when half the screen is out. Unable to use backup camera as purposed for safe driving It also makes it diffCult and thus unsafe to make…

Renegade model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2015	3	512	8	8
2016	1	431	9	10
2017	3	566	23	5
2018	2	444	16	8
2019	4	80	9	1
2020	3	63	10	1
2021	2	67	3	1

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

Questions

Does the 2018 Jeep Renegade have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2018 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 2018 Jeep Renegade?: Owners have filed 444 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (190 complaints), followed by electrical system (131).
How many 2018 Jeep Renegade complaints mention a crash or fire?: 16 of 444 complaints report a crash and 8 a fire; 13 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 18, 2026.