Jeep · Renegade · 2017
2017 Jeep Renegade
3
Recalls
558
Complaints
4/5
Safety Rating
The 2017 Jeep Renegade has 3 recalls and 558 owner-reported complaints on file with NHTSA. Overall safety rating: 4 out of 5 stars. Most reported issue: engine (121 reports).
Source: NHTSA Public Records · Updated Apr 28, 2026
Research Context
The 2017 Jeep Renegade page works best as a research starting point. Complaint totals show how much owner-reported activity exists, while recalls and investigations help show whether any of that activity turned into formal safety action.
Because this is a newer-era vehicle page, it usually helps to compare this year against nearby model years before deciding whether a complaint pattern looks isolated or persistent. On this page, the most prominent complaint area is engine with 121 reported complaints.
Best Research Moves
- Use the complaint log to see whether the 2017 Jeep Renegade reports cluster around one repeated symptom or spread across multiple systems.
- Review the recall section even if the total is smaller, because a limited number of recalls can still point to meaningful safety actions.
- This page is primarily a complaints-and-recalls research surface, so compare nearby model years before treating the complaint total as a standalone verdict.
Key Takeaways
- The 2017 Jeep Renegade currently shows 3 NHTSA recalls listed on this page and 558 owner-reported complaints.
- This page currently shows no linked NHTSA investigations.
- This page reflects complaint volume, recall history, and NHTSA test data, but it does not diagnose causes or rank reliability by itself.
- Safety data currently shows 4/5 overall NHTSA safety rating.
- The most frequently reported complaint categories on this page are engine (121), fuel/propulsion system (44), unknown or other (33).
- Vehicle
- 2017 Jeep Renegade
- Recalls
- 3
- Complaints
- 558
- Safety Rating
- 4/5
How to Interpret This Page
This page combines three types of NHTSA data: recall campaigns (official manufacturer or government actions), owner complaints (unverified consumer reports), and crash test ratings (where available). A vehicle with many complaints is not necessarily less reliable — complaint volume correlates with sales volume and vehicle age. Recalls indicate identified defects, not overall quality. To compare this model year with others, use the year navigation in the sidebar or return to the model overview page.
If you are researching a used vehicle, start with the complaint categories, compare them against the recall list, and then check nearby model years to see whether the same issue profile repeats. That usually produces a better buying or research signal than treating the raw complaint total as a standalone safety ranking.
NHTSA Crash Test Performance
Frontal Crash Test
Side Crash Test
Overall Frontal Rating
Driver and Passenger Assessment
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Overall Side Rating
Side Barrier and Side Pole Tests
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Rollover Resistance
23.0% rollover risk in single-vehicle crash
Safety Features
ESC: StandardForward Collision Warning: NoLane Departure Warning: No
Recall Notices
NHTSANHTSA ID: 18V731000October 17, 2018
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
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.
Remedy Status
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.
NHTSA ID: 18V131000February 22, 2018
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
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.
Remedy Status
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.
NHTSA ID: 17V485000August 02, 2017
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
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."
Remedy Status
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.
Owner Complaints
558 totalENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Jan 29, 2026
The contact owns a 2017 Jeep Renegade. The contact stated that after several attempts, the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with coolant intrusion into the cylinder, causing engine failure. In addition, an unknown part of the el...
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POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
Jan 16, 2026
Driving turned, left in the vehicle paused like the engine paused yesterday and this morning I turned right in my engine stalled out completely turned off. It was hard to get it. Restarted again. I had codes run on it and the battery was fine. It finally started again after
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jan 12, 2026
While driving in traffIc on the freeway, my car began to shake, like driving was a struggle. Then, the car stalled and stopped working, with the display still lit and the car still in Drive. Traffic was moving at about 15 miles per hour. I had to hold the brakes to prevent my car...
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Oct 22, 2025
It began with vehicle warning lights, several, illuminating. They did not illuminate at exactly the same time (such as when a car stalls) they illuminated consecutively i.e Airbag disabled, followed by, blind spot sensors unavailable, front collision, lane departure, power steeri...
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AIR BAGS
Oct 14, 2025
While adjusting the driver seat, the seat's side airbag deployed.
ENGINE
Sep 19, 2025
Fan blade detached from fan motor
ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Sep 7, 2025
While accelerating on freeway, engine suddenly turned off. Fuel pump went out, and I had to coast to safety avoiding traffic. Having to move lanes into the shoulder was incredibly scary once my momentum dropped to 15mph on a freeway alongside cars going 85+. It almost caused 2 se...
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Aug 28, 2025
While driving my car, all of a sudden all my icons on my dashboard will light up. My car will die in the middle of driving it and once I put it in park it won't restart. Also when driving it seems like not enough gas is going through to get it to move. I can be driving my car fo...
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,ENGINE
Aug 22, 2025
The car keeps shutting off while driving. Had to replace battery twice in the last few months. Also had relays replaced. Problem keeps happening. Something is draining the battery. I read there were problems with this make and model where even when the vehicle is shut off, c...
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VISIBILITY/WIPER
Aug 1, 2025
The water line for the windshield washer reservoir running to back windshield is bundled with the electrical cables and is made out of plastic not rubber leaks inside car back passanger floor. I went online and noticed several people complaining about the same issue. Line is in...
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many recalls does the 2017 Jeep Renegade have?
The 2017 Jeep Renegade has 3 recalls recorded by NHTSA.
How many complaints have been filed for the 2017 Jeep Renegade?
NHTSA has received 558 owner-reported complaints for the 2017 Jeep Renegade.
What is the NHTSA safety rating for the 2017 Jeep Renegade?
The 2017 Jeep Renegade received an overall safety rating of 4 out of 5 stars from NHTSA.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Jeep Renegade?
The most commonly reported complaint categories for the 2017 Jeep Renegade are engine (121 reports), fuel/propulsion system (44 reports), unknown or other (33 reports).
Does the 2017 Jeep Renegade have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA has 3 recalls on record for the 2017 Jeep Renegade. Scroll up to review the published recall summaries, consequences, and remedies. To check for unrepaired recalls on your specific vehicle, use your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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