2018 Jeep Renegade

442 federal complaints (697 component records) · 2 recall campaigns on file · 194 service bulletins · 2 Canadian recalls
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Engine
2.4L 4-cyl
Fuel
Gasoline Or E85, Premium, Regular
Drive
FWD
EPA economy
22 city / 30 hwy
Federal complaints
442
Recall campaigns
2
Specifications show one example EPA configuration for this model year; other engines, drivetrains, and trims exist and the records below cover all of them.
How to read this file. Complaint records are unverified owner submissions to the federal safety agency. Counts are raw, not adjusted for sales volume or vehicle age. Recall campaigns apply to the model; only a VIN check shows whether this car is affected or repaired. Parts shown are named by an editorial note or listed as a search directory; none is a diagnosis. Full methodology.

Fault profile

Complaint-component records on this vehicle, grouped by family. A complaint naming two systems counts once in each.

Engine & cooling
194
Electrical system
132
Fuel system
99
Other
94
Power train
58
Brakes
20
Speed control
16
Glass & wipers
12
Complaints are owner-reported and not verified by the agency.

When it fails

The timing of this vehicle's reported failures, from the complaint file itself. A cluster tells you what to expect and when; it is shaped by reporting behavior as well as by the vehicle.

Vehicle age when the failure occurred

0 years old: 33 complaints01 years old: 113 complaints2 years old: 80 complaints3 years old: 32 complaints4 years old: 33 complaints5 years old: 50 complaints56 years old: 50 complaints7 years old: 38 complaints8 years old: 12 complaints9 years old: 0 complaints10 years old: 0 complaints1011 years old: 0 complaints12 years old: 0 complaints13 years old: 0 complaints14 years old: 0 complaints15 years old: 0 complaints1516 years old: 0 complaints17 years old: 0 complaints18 years old: 0 complaints19 years old: 0 complaints20+ years old: 0 complaints20+
Years between the model year and the owner's reported failure date. Based on 441 of 442 complaints with a usable failure date.

Odometer when the failure occurred

0,000 - 20,000 miles: 113 complaints020,000 - 40,000 miles: 47 complaints40,000 - 60,000 miles: 23 complaints40k60,000 - 80,000 miles: 19 complaints80,000 - 100,000 miles: 8 complaints80k100,000 - 120,000 miles: 4 complaints120,000 - 140,000 miles: 2 complaints120k140,000 - 160,000 miles: 0 complaints160,000 - 180,000 miles: 0 complaints160k180,000 - 200,000 miles: 0 complaints200,000+ miles: 0 complaints200k+
Owner-reported mileage at failure, in 20,000-mile bands. Based on 216 of 442 complaints reporting a plausible odometer (500 to 500,000 miles; unverified).

Known issues

The component families with the most complaint records against this vehicle. Counts, crash and fire figures belong to the whole family, not to any single named issue. Parts listed are related system parts, not a diagnosis.

Engine & cooling

194 complaint records2 fire reports3 crash reports
"WAS DRIVING MY CAR STARTED TO SPUTTER AND IT IS STALLING OUT WHEN I COME TO A STOP. ALSO SHAKING AND MAKING NOISE WHEN I DRIVE IT...."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse engine & cooling parts in the directory →

Electrical system

132 complaint records5 fire reports1 crash report
"The glue on the screen melts running into the knobs and controls. As well as delaminating on my screen causing ghost clicks...."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse electrical system parts in the directory →

Fuel system

99 complaint records1 fire report
"I was on a hill and the car stalled. Or sometimes it has trouble starting and the starter and alternator and battery are fine...."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse fuel system parts in the directory →

Recall campaigns

Safety-recall remedies are normally provided at no charge. Under US federal law the mandatory free remedy applies when the vehicle was no more than 15 years old at the time the defect was determined; manufacturers often cover older vehicles voluntarily. Canadian rules differ. Confirm eligibility with the manufacturer using the VIN. Each campaign number links to the federal record.

CampaignComponentSummaryRemedy
18V731000Fuel System, GasolineChrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Jeep Renegade 4X2 flex fuel/E85 vehicles equipped with a 2.4L engine.Normally free
18V524000Electrical SystemChrysler (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...Normally free

Transport Canada recalls

Recalls issued under Canadian law for this model year, from Transport Canada's Vehicle Recalls Database. Matched by model name, so a Canadian-market variant may appear here that was sold under another name in the US. Units are Canadian vehicles affected.

RecallSystemUnits (CA)Summary
2024548
2024-08-15
Label314,717Issue: On certain vehicles, the tire and loading information label does not list that there is no spare tire in both official languages. The label reads as "NONE" when it should read as "NONE / AUCUN".
2018422
2018-08-09
Powertrain1,528Certain vehicles may have been built with a defective powertrain controller. If the powertrain controller fails while driving the engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property.

Service bulletins and warranty extensions

Manufacturer communications to dealers on file with the federal agency: repair instructions, service campaigns, and warranty extensions. A warranty extension means the manufacturer may pay for a repair the recall table does not cover.

BulletinTypeComponentSummary
S1408000384 REV.J
Mar 2026
Electrical SystemStart Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State of Charge (SOC) Inaccurate, Battery Charging Message, Presence of IBS related Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), or Battery Warning Lamp On
S1408000384 REV.I
Feb 2026
Electrical SystemStart Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State of Charge (SOC) Inaccurate, Battery Charging Message, Presence of IBS Related Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), or Battery Warning Lamp On
S2524000012
Oct 2025
Unknown Or OtherHigh Voltage Air Conditioning Refrigerant Dye
9100668
Sep 2025
Electrical SystemVerify "Z" part number availability. Order a "Z" part number for all Exchange Orders: Warranty, Mopar, Customer pay and Service contract. Order a "68" part number for New unsold units only.
31-001-25 REV. B
Aug 2025
StructureAluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood, hinges or other exterior surface areas of the hinges, doors, fenders, swing gates or liftgates.
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BulletinTypeComponentSummary
31-001-25 REV. A
Aug 2025
StructureAluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood, hinges or other exterior surface areas of the hinges, doors, fenders, swing gates or liftgates.
31-001-25
Aug 2025
StructureAluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood, hinges or other exterior surface areas of the hinges, doors, fenders, swing gates or liftgates
9100624
Jul 2025
EngineVerify Reman part number availability. Order the "R" part number for all orders:
09-010-25
Apr 2025
Engine"2.4L Excessive Oil Consumption XS1 Warranty Extension The customer may describe one or more of the following: ● Oil pressure low indicator lamp illumination between oil changes.
S1408000384 REV.H
Jan 2025
Electrical SystemStart Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State of Charge (SOC) Inaccurate, Battery Charging Message, Presence of IBS Related Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), or Battery Warning Lamp On
S1408000384 REV.G
Jan 2025
Electrical SystemStart Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State of Charge (SOC) Inaccurate, Battery Charging Message, Presence of IBS related Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), or Battery Warning Lamp On
09-018-24
Aug 2024
Engine"2.4L Excessive Oil Consumption XB1 Warranty Extension The customer may describe one or more of the following: ● Oil pressure low indicator lamp illumination between oil changes. ● Excessive oil consumption.
31-001-24
Jul 2024
Structure"Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood, hinges or other exterior surface areas of the hinges, doors, fenders, swing gates or liftgates.
S1408000384 REV.F
Jun 2024
Electrical System"Start Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State of Charge (SOC) Inaccurate, Battery Charging Message, Presence of IBS related Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), or Battery Warning Lamp On "
S1408000384 REV.E
Jun 2024
Electrical System"Start Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State of Charge (SOC) Inaccurate, Battery Charging Message, Presence of IBS related Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), or Battery Warning Lamp On "
S248A000001
Jan 2024
EquipmentSOS and Assistance Call Not Working After Radio Exchange Unit Installed
S1408000384
Jan 2024
Electrical SystemStart Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State of Charge (SOC) Inaccurate, Battery Charging Message, Presence of IBS related Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), or Battery Warning Lamp On
1000123
Nov 2023
Air BagsAir Bag Warning Lamp Illumination Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) has been set: ?
2310423
Oct 2023
Vehicle Speed ControlFront Side Window Contour Seal Deformation One or both front door side window seals are deformed Fig. 1. This bulletin involves replacing the window seal and glass.
9100229
Sep 2023
SuspensionLIFTER, Hydraulic Roller Deactivating Please do not replace MDS lifters because the disconnecting pin is not lined up, this is normal and not a defect.
9100226
Sep 2023
Electrical SystemConnector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability.
93023
Aug 2023
EquipmentWarranty Bulletin D-16-03 - "Can / Am" Warranty Coverage - 594 / 595 / 596 WCC (Rev. B)
93120
Aug 2023
EquipmentFCA Caribbean Warranty Bulletin ID-23-20 "Can / Am" Warranty Coverage - 594 / 595 / 596 WCC
1000123
Aug 2023
Air BagsAir Bag Warning lamp Illumination Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) has been set: ?
S2108000093
Aug 2023
CommunicationApple CarPlay Does Not Work Or Not Connecting
9100196
Jul 2023
EquipmentLubrication and Maintenance Fluids If MOPAR fluids and chemicals are not readily available, please review Service Library for specifications so a suitable alternative can be used
0700723
May 2023
Engine And Engine CoolingWater Quality When Mixed With Engine Coolant
S238A000024
May 2023
EquipmentSOS, Assistance Calls Not Successful After Radio Replacement or Radio Software Update
1804823
Apr 2023
EquipmentwiTECH Small Leak Verification Test (SLVT) - P0456-EVAP SYSTEM SMALL LEAK
0900323
Apr 2023
Engine And Engine Cooling2.4L Excessive Oil Consumption XB1 Warranty Extension The customer may describe one or more of the following: ? Oil pressure low indicator lamp illumination between oil changes. ? Excessive oil consumption.
S228A000028
Feb 2023
Electrical SystemRadio Remained On After Ignition Is Switched Off, Dead Battery From Excessive Radio Current Draw
S1408000384
Feb 2023
Electrical SystemStart Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State of Charge (SOC) Inaccurate, Battery Charging Message, Presence of IBS related Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), or Battery Warning Lamp On
3100123
Feb 2023
StructureAluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood, hinges or other exterior surface areas of the hinges, doors, fenders, swing gates or liftgates.
88806
Jan 2023
EquipmentWarranty Bulletin D-23-01 - (XB1) 2.4L Engine ? Select 2014 - 2019 Jeep Cherokee (KL), 2017 - 2018 Jeep Compass (MP), 2015 - 2018 Jeep Renegade (FWD/AWD) (BU), 2013 - 2016 Dodge Dart (PF), 2015 - 2017 Chrysler 200 (UF), 2016 - 2018 Fiat 500X (FWD) (FB), (AWD), 2015 - 2018 Ram...
09-003-23
Jan 2023
Exterior Lighting2.4L Excessive Oil Consumption XB1 Warranty Extension The customer may describe one or more of the following: Oil pressure low indicator lamp illumination between oil changes. Excessive oil consumption.
08-003-22 REV. A
Dec 2022
EquipmentUAQ and UCQ Radio Enhancements Customers may experience one or more of the following: ? **Wi-Fi hotspot connection failure. ? Speaker popping, crackle noise during Voice Recognition (VR) response and navigation guidance. ?
31-002-22
Dec 2022
StructureAluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood, hinges or other exterior surface areas of the hinges, doors, fenders, swing gates or liftgates.
08-229-22
Dec 2022
EquipmentRadio Over The Air Software Version Update to 22.66 This bulletin provides information regarding the latest Firmware Over The Air (FOTA) update and provides the service technician an overview of the steps a customer will need to take to complete the update.
09-013-22
Dec 2022
Engine And Engine Cooling2.4L Engine Oil Consumption Test The customer may comment that the vehicles engine oil level is low or they need to add oil between oil change intervals and no visible signs of oil leaking from the engine. This bulletin involves performing an oil consumption verification test.
S228A000028
Oct 2022
Electrical SystemRadio Remained On After Ignition Is Switched Off, Dead Battery from Excessive Radio Current Draw
3100122
Aug 2022
StructureApproved Use of Weld Through Primers This bulletin documents the FCA US LLC position regarding the use of weld through primer when using Squeeze Type Resistance Spot Welding (STRSW) and Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) processes when welding steel body panels and structural...
S228A000004RevB
Jun 2022
Back Over PreventionPanasonic VP4R Wi-Fi New Enrollment Pause
S228A000004RevA
Jun 2022
EquipmentPanasonic VP4R Wi-Fi New Enrollment Pause
S228A000004
May 2022
EquipmentPanasonic VP4R Wi-Fi New Enrollment Pause
0807622
Apr 2022
EquipmentUAS, UAQ, UCS, UAV, UCV and UCQ Radio Over The Air Software Version Updates
S2209000004
Apr 2022
Engine And Engine CoolingIf a Mopar oil filter is not available, use a filter that meets or exceeds USCAR36 specification and is compatible with semi and full synthetic oils.
S2208000073
Mar 2022
Electrical SystemNo Start, After Flash And Or PCM Replace, DTC P0513 Invalid Skim Key Setting
S1708000118 RevB
Mar 2022
Electrical SystemBattery Drain Concern, Dual USB Port Normal Operational Draw, Extended Illumination Or Extended Operation After Key Off
S1708000118
Mar 2022
Unknown Or OtherBattery Drain Concern, Dual USB Port Normal Operational Draw, Extended Illumination Or Extended Operation After Key Off
0800322
Jan 2022
Back Over PreventionUAQ and UCQ Radio Enhancements This bulletin involves inspecting and if required, updating the radio software level to 39.5 Customers may experience one or more of the following: Intermittent, black radio display screen. Intermittent, radio freezes.
CSNW20
Jan 2022
Power TrainCustomer Satisfaction Notification W20 Reprogram Powertrain Control Module
S2208000028
Jan 2022
EquipmentConnected Services Will Not Work After Radio Replacement
W20
Jan 2022
Power TrainPowertrain Control Module.
S2108000204
Aug 2021
EquipmentRadio Lockup In The Software Installation Screen After Accepting FOTA Update (Incorrect "S2008000204" indicated on published document)
S2108000198
Aug 2021
EquipmentMedia Device Connection Guidelines For Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto Or USB To The Radio Head Unit
S2108000170
Jul 2021
Parking BrakeHead unit button stuck DTC code B14DA-2A
S2108000163
Jul 2021
Electrical SystemNo Start, Cannot Complete Module Replace, Proxi Or Module Proxi Configuration
S2109000004
Jul 2021
Engine And Engine CoolingIssue involves overheating, running hot, coolant leaks and related symptoms after a Mopar replacement engine has been installed in the vehicle.
0809921
Jun 2021
Electrical SystemUAQ and UCQ Radio Enhancements This bulletin involves inspecting and if required, updating the radio software level to 39.5 Customers may experience one or more of the following: Intermittent, black radio display screen. Intermittent, radio freezes.
S1809000007
Jun 2021
Engine And Engine CoolingCustomer Complaint May Include Engine Oil Leak Or Consumption

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Before you buy this vehicle

A test-drive checklist generated from this vehicle's own complaint and recall record.

  1. Cold-start it yourself and listen for the first thirty seconds.Knocking, ticking that fades as it warms, or blue or white smoke on startup are the sounds of this vehicle's engine cluster. Check the oil level and the coolant color, and ask whether the engine or its head gaskets have ever been out.
  2. Sit in it with the engine off and test everything that has a switch.Windows, locks, lights, the cluster, the radio. Electrical faults are this vehicle's story and the hardest to see on a drive: an intermittent no-start waits for the second week of ownership. Ask for the battery's age and whether any control module has been replaced.
  3. Smell for fuel and watch the first restart when hot.Hard starting when warm, hesitation under load, or any fuel odor near the tank or engine bay match this vehicle's fuel-system cluster. Check the recall table for fuel pump campaigns.
  4. Run the VIN against open recalls before you negotiate.This vehicle has 2 recall campaigns on file. An open recall needs VIN-specific confirmation. Many are quick, no-charge fixes and worth negotiating over; an unresolved do-not-drive advisory, or a remedy the manufacturer has not yet made available, should stop the purchase until it is resolved.
  5. Ask for the service history in writing, then read it against this page.The complaint families above are where owners of this vehicle report trouble. Repairs in exactly those systems are evidence the car had the problem; no such repairs could mean it never developed it, or that it was never fixed. The test-drive items above are how you tell those apart.

Parts search directory

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