2015 Jeep Renegade reliability

Is it reliable?

The 2015 Jeep Renegade has 511 complaints with NHTSA after 12 years, or 57 per year. That is more complaints per year than most Renegade years here — over the median of the other years, which is 8. NHTSA has 4 recalls on file, including Trailer hitch, Automatic transmission, and Rear.

Complaints

511

Per year

Recalls

Years on the road

What owners report

The complaints owners file most often name Powertrain (170 of 511), then Engine (161) and Electrical system (129). Those filings include 8 that report a crash, 8 that report a fire, and 1 that reports an injury.

Next to 2016

The 2016 Renegade has 430 complaints, 49 per year. The 2015 has more complaints per year than the 2016.

The complaint rate is complaints filed in this year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market 2015 Jeep Renegade. How we count. Data as of 2026-10-16.

Recalls (4)

Recall trailer hitch 2016-07-20 · NHTSA campaign 16V545000

Summary 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.

Remedy 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.

Recall powertrain, automatic transmission 2016-07-12 · NHTSA campaign 16V529000

Summary 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.

Remedy 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.

Recall suspension, rear 2016-02-18 · NHTSA campaign 16E013000

Summary 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.

Remedy 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.

Recall electrical system, cybersecurity 2015-08-12 · NHTSA campaign 15V508000

Summary 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.

Remedy 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 that provided unauthorized access to the vehicle network. This measure may not have been implemented on all vehicles and does not address access by other means that will be remedied by the software update. The recall began on September 30, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R45.

Complaints by component (511 total)

Powertrain

170

Engine

161

Electrical system

129

Fuel and propulsion system

Service brakes

Speed control

Electronic stability control (ESC)

Exterior lighting

Steering

Air bags

Seat belts

Structure

Wheels

Suspension

Visibility and wipers

Engine and engine cooling

Visibility

Forward collision avoidance

Seats

Tires

Back-over prevention

Equipment

Fuel system, gasoline

Traction control

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Crash-flagged

Fire-flagged

Injury reports

Death reports

Complaints filed per year

Excerpts from recent NHTSA complaint filings

"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…"
Structure · filed 2026-06-15
"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.…"
Powertrain · filed 2026-03-27
"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…"
Electrical system, Air bags · filed 2026-03-22
"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…"
Electrical system, Exterior lighting · filed 2026-03-10
"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…"
Powertrain, Unknown or other, Engine · filed 2026-02-20

Fuel economy

Trim	Engine	Transmission	Drive	City	Hwy	Combined	Annual fuel cost
Renegade two-wheel drive	1.4L, 4-cyl	Manual 6-speed	Front-wheel drive	24	31	26 MPG	$3050
Renegade two-wheel drive	2.4L, 4-cyl	Automatic 9-speed	Front-wheel drive	22	30	25 MPG	$2600
Renegade four-wheel drive	2.4L, 4-cyl	Automatic 9-speed	All-wheel drive	21	29	24 MPG	$2700
Renegade four-wheel drive	1.4L, 4-cyl	Manual 6-speed	All-wheel drive	24	31	27 MPG	$2950

Specs and fitment

BU generation, 2015–2023

Body styles SUV

Oil 0W-20 (1.3L turbo and 2.4L); 5W-40 (1.6L diesel where equipped) , 4.8 qt capacity

Tire size 215/60R17 to 225/55R18 (trim dependent)

Towing capacity 2,000 lbs

Known issues for this generation

NHTSA campaign 18V731000. 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. A loss of fuel pressure can cause a stall, increasing the risk of a crash. 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.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2015 Jeep Renegade reliable?

What are common problems with a 2015 Jeep Renegade?

Is the 2015 Jeep Renegade more reliable than the years next to it?

The 2016 Renegade has 430 complaints, 49 per year. The 2015 has more complaints per year than the 2016.

Has the 2015 Jeep Renegade been recalled?

The 2015 Jeep Renegade has 4 recalls on file with NHTSA. See the recalls table on this page for dates, components, and remedies.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 2015 Jeep Renegade?

Owners have filed 511 complaints about the 2015 Jeep Renegade with NHTSA.

What mpg does a 2015 Jeep Renegade get?

EPA-rated combined fuel economy for the 2015 Jeep Renegade is 25.5 MPG. See the fuel economy table on this page for city and highway figures by engine and transmission.

What oil does a Renegade take?

Viscosity and capacity depend on engine and model year; use the generation specs here and confirm in the owner’s manual.

What generation is the 2018 Jeep Renegade?

BU generation (2015-2023) for the US Renegade years this site tracks.

What tire sizes does a Jeep Renegade use?

Common US fits run about 215/60R17 to 225/55R18 depending on trim.