2017 Jeep Renegade recalls, problems & safety ratings
NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2017 Jeep Renegade and 567 owner complaints. The most-reported problem areas are engine (269), electrical system (149), fuel/propulsion system (119). It earned a 4-star overall NHTSA safety rating. EPA-rated fuel economy is 24–26 mpg combined, depending on configuration.
The 2017 has the most owner complaints of any Renegade model year from 2015 to 2023. It has 3 recalls vs. an average of 2.7 per model year.
Recalls 3
Every recall NHTSA lists for the 2017 Jeep Renegade. Not every recall applies to every vehicle, so check your VIN. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
Fuel system, gasoline · delivery · fuel pump
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.
Risk: A loss of fuel pressure can cause a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
Engine and engine cooling · engine
Problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017 Jeep Renegade vehicles equipped with a 2.4L engine. These vehicles may be equipped with a cracked oil pump housing/balance shaft module (BSM), which can cause the oil pump to fail and the engine to stall.
Risk: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the oil pump for its production information, and replace the BSM as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 13, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U18.
Electrical system · instrument cluster/panel
Problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017 Jeep Renegade vehicles. Due to a software issue, multiple malfunction indicator lamps may illuminate on the instrument panel when no malfunction exists. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Control and Displays."
Risk: If the malfunction indicator lamps illuminate at incorrect times, the driver may be unaware when a true malfunction occurs, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the Instrument Panel Control software, free of charge. The recall began on September 14, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T50.
Common problems
From complaints owners filed with NHTSA. Complaints aren't verified, but patterns across hundreds of owners point to known weak spots.
Most-reported problem areas
By the numbers
Recent owner reports
Everything with this car had been running fine. Regular maintenance. With absolutely no warning, as I was leaving a parking lot, the engine literally exploded. There are pieces of it that have been documented by the mechanics that looked at it. Thankfully I wasn't on a highway, or this could have seriously hurt people. This specific engine has a class action lawsuit against it…
This vehicle suffers from a severe, documented manufacturing defect where the engine silently and rapidly consumes motor oil without leaving any puddles on the ground. The vehicle recently consumed all of its oil down to a completely dry dipstick between routine service intervals, presenting a critical engine-stalling hazard while driving at highway speeds. Sudden engine stalli…
Malfunction indicator lamps illuminating incorrectly.
Safety ratings
2017 Jeep Renegade SUV 2WD
2017 Jeep Renegade SUV 4WD
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for common configurations of the 2017 Jeep Renegade.
Renegade 2WD
Auto 9-spd · 4 cyl · 2.4 L
Gasoline or E85
Renegade 2WD
Man 6-spd · 4 cyl · 1.4 L · Turbo
Premium
Renegade 4WD
Auto 9-spd · 4 cyl · 2.4 L
Regular
Renegade 4WD
Man 6-spd · 4 cyl · 1.4 L · Turbo
Premium
Other model years
Questions
How many recalls does the 2017 Jeep Renegade have?
NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2017 Jeep Renegade, most recently for fuel system, gasoline · delivery · fuel pump (10/17/2018). Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer. Enter your VIN to check whether a recall applies to your vehicle.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Jeep Renegade?
Based on 567 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are engine (269), electrical system (149), fuel/propulsion system (119).
Is the 2017 Jeep Renegade safe?
The 2017 Jeep Renegade earned a 4-star overall rating in NHTSA's 5-star safety ratings.
Is the 2017 a good year for the Jeep Renegade?
The 2017 has the most owner complaints of any Renegade model year from 2015 to 2023. It has 3 recalls vs. an average of 2.7 per model year.
What gas mileage does the 2017 Jeep Renegade get?
EPA ratings for the 2017 Jeep Renegade range from 24 to 26 mpg combined, depending on configuration.
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Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and 5-Star Safety Ratings APIs; EPA fueleconomy.gov. Data retrieved November 2, 2026. NHTSA model names used: RENEGADE, Renegade.