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2015 Jeep Renegade problems

Owners filed 512 complaints about the 2015 Jeep Renegade with NHTSA between Apr 2015 and Oct 2026. The most-cited component is power train (171).

Complaints
512
Filed with NHTSA
Crashes
8
Reported by owners
Fires
8
Reported by owners
Injuries
1
People reported injured
Deaths
0
Reported to NHTSA
01 —By component

Complaints by component

One complaint can cite several components
  1. Power train171
  2. Engine161
  3. Electrical system129
  4. Fuel/propulsion system38
  5. Service brakes30
  6. Vehicle speed control27
  7. Electronic stability control (esc)26
  8. Exterior lighting18
  9. Steering15
  10. Air bags14
  11. Seat belts14
  12. Structure12
  13. Wheels11
  14. Suspension10

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 12, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
02 —Trend

When complaints were filed

Does it get worse with age? Complaints per calendar year filed
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Model yearComplaints filed per calendar year
201528
201666
201778
201885
201998
202057
202126
202221
202312
202417
202517
20267

Mileage at failure isn’t a structured field in NHTSA complaint data, so we don’t chart it. Some owners mention it in their reports below.

03 —Owner reports

Top problems in owners’ words

Verbatim from NHTSA complaints, newest first

Power train

171 reports3 crashes1 related recall
“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 and it says incomplete. I have to rent a car so I can go to work until this is fixed. Please add my VIN to safety recall S55. Thank you”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 12, 2026Power trainODI 11770601

Engine

161 reports3 crashes5 fires
“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.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Feb 20, 2026Power train, Unknown or other, EngineODI 11719320

Electrical system

129 reports1 crash1 fire1 related recall
“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.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Mar 22, 2026Electrical system, Air bagsODI 11726124

Fuel/propulsion system

38 reports
“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.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jan 13, 2026Unknown or other, Engine, Fuel/propulsion systemODI 11710819

Service brakes

30 reports1 crash
“I bought a 2015 Jeep Renegade in October of 2021 (last year) and have experienced the vehicle stalling TWICE in the middle of traffic. I was informed of the recall by Carmax after the deal was drawn up and the vehicle delivered to me on October 4, 2021. I took the vehicle to Class Jeep in Arlington, Texas, (see attached documents) who refused to replace the engine of the vehicle – the reason for the Recall. I have done all that I can do and exhausted every means necessary to have the recall completed and the vehicle replaced or repaired to bring up to operating standard. I currently owe $21,000.00 on a vehicle that is non-operable. Carvana delivered the car with a rotted battery (paperwork attached); and, a faulty brake job (where new brakes had been put on top of bad rotors) which they felt $200.00 should cover the cost for a $1100 brake repair/replacement. Carvana also refused to replace the transmission on the vehicle which they identified as the source of the ‘stalling-out’ in the midst of traffic when the vehicle would not shift gears to accelerate. The justification was because ‘a module is on top of the transmission instead of inside of it’ and it’s not…”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Aug 7, 2022Electrical system, Service brakes, EngineODI 11478034

Vehicle speed control

27 reports
“The Evaporative Emissions System (EVAP system), including components such as the charcoal canister, purge valve, and/or fuel tank venting system, appears to be malfunctioning. The vehicle is available for inspection upon request. After refueling the vehicle completely, it will stall or shut off unexpectedly while driving, which could cause a collision, particularly in traffic or at highway speeds. This sudden loss of power places myself, my passengers, and other drivers at significant risk. The vehicle has been inspected by an independent mechanic, but not by the manufacturer, police, or insurance representatives. No warning lights, error messages, or advance symptoms were present prior to the vehicle stalling. The issue first occurred around 2022.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Apr 28, 2025Vehicle speed control, Engine, Fuel/propulsion systemODI 11657395
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 12, 2026

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.