CarRecallWatchThe 2018 Jeep Renegade has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 444 complaints with NHTSA, including 16 crashes, 8 fires, 13 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (190 reports).
NHTSA rates it up to 4 stars overall for crash safety, depending on the version.
2018 Jeep Renegade recalls
Fuel pump may lose pressure and stall engine
A manufacturing error in the fuel pump assembly can cause a loss of fuel pressure under certain conditions, such as high power demand combined with high altitude and/or high ambient temperatures.
Engine May Stall or Fail to Start Due to Faulty Control Module
The powertrain control module, the computer that manages the engine, may contain a voltage regulator chip on its circuit board that can fail.
Most common 2018 Jeep Renegade problems
Problem areas named in the 444 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 190 |
| Electrical System | 132 |
| Unknown Or Other | 95 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 91 |
| Power Train | 58 |
| Service Brakes | 17 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 16 |
| Steering | 11 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 11 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 10 |
What owners report
My jeep just died then tries to start and won't and I just bout it year ago or started making payments on it
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.
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 system needs serviced and it won't show my tire pressures just dashes.
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 hill. It's also stuttered trying to merge on the interstate. Other vehicles same year and model have been recalled but mine has not been included. Also the vehicle has trouble starting all the time.
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 selections on the touch screen for radio Bluetooth and other important settings Screens and cameras are supposed to make it safer for drivers. In this case, it is a hazard! It only gets worse the while screen goes out the longer the jeep is in use
2018 Jeep Renegade safety rating
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Jeep Renegade SUV 2WD | ★★★★ 4-star | 4 | 5 | 4 (18.0% rollover risk) |
| 2018 Jeep Renegade SUV 4WD | ★★★★ 4-star | 4 | 5 | 3 (23.0% rollover risk) |
2018 Jeep Renegade questions
Does the 2018 Jeep Renegade have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2018 Jeep Renegade: Fuel pump may lose pressure and stall engine; Engine May Stall or Fail to Start Due to Faulty Control Module. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Jeep Renegade?
Based on 444 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (190), Electrical System (132), Unknown Or Other (95).
How safe is the 2018 Jeep Renegade?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings program gives the 2018 Jeep Renegade up to 4 out of 5 stars overall; ratings vary by version, see the table above.
How do I check if a recall on my 2018 Jeep Renegade has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.