10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
3 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
31,801 miles

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problem #81

Dec 152017

Renegade

  • 27,488 miles
The rotors wear out but the brake pads are still good it has already wore out 2 sets the brakes grab and stick it jerks you hard right or left.we cant get the company to do anything they act like its our fault. Also it sways really bad in the rear end feels like your riding a old mule hobbity-hoe.also the transmission has a delay in shift &shifts really hard.the vehicle only has 44,000 miles. We are going to get hurt in this vehicle and can't get any help.

- Mckee, KY, USA

problem #80

Dec 052018

Renegade

  • 61,000 miles
Cold crank vehicle warms up for about 10 minutes before driving. Then puts gear in reverse and the transmission kicks violently. Shift in to drive accelerate let go of gas pedal and the transmission kicks again to a lower gear. Transmission feels like it take a while to change gears while accelerating

- La Mesa, NM, USA

problem #79

Jun 102015

Renegade

  • miles
The contact owns a 2015 Jeep Renegade. The contact stated that the transmission downshifted into fourth gear on its own. When the accelerator pedal was depressed, the vehicle was slow to gain speed and then surged suddenly. The contact also stated that the vehicle hesitated when approaching a stop and while turning in either direction. The vehicle was taken to two dealers: The vehicle was taken to two different dealers: Champion Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram (4505 West 96th street, indianapolis, in 46268, (317) 872-6200) and tom O'brien Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram indianapolis (4630 E 96th St, indianapolis, in 46240, (317) 805-4400). The transmission was flushed and diagnostic testing was provided, but the dealers were unable to provide a permanent remedy for the failures. The contact was uncertain if the vehicle was repaired per NHTSA campaign number: 16V529000 (power train). The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN and failure mileage were not available.

- Indianapolis, IN, USA

problem #78

Nov 202018

Renegade

  • 32,000 miles
My check engine light came on and disabled my 4WD. All it needed was a thermostat. They told me anytime the service engine light comes on it will disable the 4WD. It doesn't matter what turns the check engine light on it will disable the 4WD. I tried going through the dealer, Jeep, Fiat, Chrysler. They told me there was a safety issue and it would disable the 4WD. I told them I bought a Jeep for it's 4WD capabilities. The check engine light should only disable 4WD if it is a drive train problem. They told me if the weather was bad I should stay home. What good is a 4WD if you can't depend on it. Jeep is rated off-road. I can't find any help in this matter. All it needs is a change in the command module.

- Connellsville, PA, USA

problem #77

Oct 222018

Renegade

  • 35,000 miles
Vehicle cuts power while turning and trying to accelerate at low speeds, such as while driving through an intersection. This has happened multiple times while accelerating from a stop light and making a left/right turn, or pulling out of a driveway into traffic. Symptoms are that the vehicle stops accelerating, loses power and slows to a stop for 5-10 seconds despite having the accelerator pedal consistently pushed. I have been almost hit when this occurs. It possibly has to do with the traction control system turning on inadvertently, since it occurs usually with uneven pavement. Dealership states they cannot find anything wrong with the transmission and have performed several software updates to no avail. This is the Fiat 9 speed automatic transmission.

- Conifer, CO, USA

problem #76

Apr 012018

Renegade

  • 35,000 miles
There is a power surge at times and majority of times there is a "lull" of power at take off. Upon departure at a stop light, there is hesitation when gas is applied so you have to heavily apply gas. Other times you go to park and come to stop then the car surges before placing in park. I have reported this to my dealer since purchase several times since March 2018 with no resolve. They state no recall and nothing shows up when testing it. Vehicle still

- West Frankfort, IL, USA

problem #75

Sep 052018

Renegade

  • 45,000 miles
Transmission hard shifting into 1st 2nd and 3rd that causes vechile to slow drastically then lunge into gears.

- Breeding, KY, USA

problem #74

Nov 042016

Renegade

  • 525 miles
This transmission has been acting out of sorts since about 6 months old. Its shifts slowly sometimes, I can fell a vibration in my foot when it on a pedal. It often stays in gear without shifting, often has a rough shift. I have asked the dealer several times to look at it they always say they detect nothing

- Goodlettsville, TN, USA

problem #73

Oct 172018

Renegade

  • 48,645 miles
After stopping, the transmission has trouble catching on. The car jolts forward and it doesn't feel safe at all. If I ever bring it up to my dealer or a mechanic, they say it's just a Jeep problem. They have done nothing to fix it. I'm worried there might be a bigger issue with the transmission. I have had several of my friends who also own a Renegade have this problem.

- Hillsboro, VA, USA

problem #72

May 222018

Renegade

  • 60,000 miles
The coolant fan went off track and started squealing and getting stuck, causing the fuse to blow. Within a month, and after replacing the fuse 3 times, the fan motor stopped working and burnt up completely. Attempted to replace it with another fan, and it blew the fuse again and burnt up the new fan motor also. Also, within the last month (today being 9/20/2018) my car has been jumping and shaking when in drive mode. Mainly occurs after speeds of 40+ mph have been reached and when vehicle has been driven for a longer length of time.

- Conway, AR, USA

problem #71

Aug 182018

Renegade 4-cyl

  • 51,941 miles
The contact owns a 2015 Jeep Renegade. While driving various speeds, the vehicle unexpectedly shifted into neutral without warning. The dealer (sheets Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram, 250 auto plaza drive, beckley, wv 25801, (304)-252-4555) was contacted to schedule a diagnostic test. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 51,941. * the consumer stated the vehicle was repaired.

- Beckley, WV, USA

problem #70

May 162018

Renegade

  • 27,864 miles
The contact owns a 2015 Jeep Renegade. While driving 30-40 mph and accelerating, the contact heard an abnormal grinding noise. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer (brad francis Chrysler, 357 emilio lopez rd nw, los lunas, nm 87031, (505) 866-2900) where it was diagnosed that the transmission intake valve and transmission needed to be repaired. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to another local dealer (melloy Dodge, 9621 coors blvd nw, albuquerque, nm 87114, (888) 760-4136) where it was diagnosed that the transmission, air tubing, and intake tubing and retest on the engine needed to be repaired. The manufacturer was notified and did not assist. The failure mileage was 27,864. The VIN was not available.

- Albuquerque, NM, USA

problem #69

Aug 172018

Renegade

  • 60,204 miles
Driving on interstate when Jeep Renegade unexpectedly started to cut off. It felt like it was shaking and shuddering. Got off at exit and vehicle continued to act like it was going to cut off, especially when stopped at a light or stop sign or when making a turn after stopping. Made it home. Turned it off and then back on. Check engine light on. There was no advanced warning lights on the dashboard prior to the Jeep unexpectantly slowing down. There was no burning smell. I had the vehicle towed on Monday, August 20, 2018 to Jeep dealer in lewisburg, wv. They say it could be a week before they are able to look at it and I am without a vehicle. I wanted it taken to a Virginia dealer who could look at it sooner but roadside assistance said the wv dealer was closer.

- Covington, VA, USA

problem #68

May 012016

Renegade

  • miles
I've complained about my transmission several times to the dealership and was told that there was nothing wrong with the shifting. Palmer Dodge said that all it needed was adjusting, but that is not working.

- Conyers, GA, USA

problem #67

May 312018

Renegade

  • 24,000 miles
The 9 speed transmission shifts roughly and hesitates when shifting from 1st to 2nd to 3rd gears. This is mainly when cold. It is somewhat better when warm. The shifting at times makes the car hesitate as it accelerates. Can make drivers nervous that they will stall. Dealerships have software updates, but the results are marginal. I bought the car used this past May. I had the update done. I have about 24000 miles.

- Bethlehem, PA, USA

problem #66

Jul 152017

Renegade

  • 18,000 miles
In my driveway. I love behind my mom and when I stop to talk with while she is in the yard and leave my car running when I go to take off the emergency brake comes on and stops me. Going down the highway and stop at stop sign or red lights or just stuck in stop and go traffic when I go to take off the transmission either jerks real hard or makes the car feel like I have been hit from behind. Cooling fan has already been replaced when the vehicle wasn't 2 yrs old.

- Prairieville, LA, USA

problem #65

May 032018

Renegade

  • 36,000 miles
Cooling fan making loud noises and vibrations, while taking car into drive from being stopped it accelerates without hitting gas.

- Acworth, GA, USA

problem #64

Jun 072018

Renegade

  • 60,000 miles
Brakes, pads and rotors were functioning properly at 57K oil change/tire rotation, multipoint inspection at Jeep dealership. At 63K right front brake pad, shoe & rotor completely worn, rotor damaged, all beyond use, and require immediate replacement. Left front brake pad, and shoe are not worn, but because of the pressure from the other wheel, need replaced. Screeching sound when letting off the brake continues after both sets of front brake pads, shoes, & rotors are replaced. Fan assembly is lose and hitting other components, unfixable. Fan has to be replaced.. vehicle top and interior began creaking at 50-60K miles as if unevenly supported by shocks/cv joints/something within the brake/axle/strut/shine/cv/ball joints. Popping noise comes from exterior front when starting out. Letting of the brakes from after a stop or after being parked makes a grinding noise as if creaking under pressure. Also engine light intermittently on, thermostat error but not consistent or able to be rectified by dealership. Cabin temperature, engine temperature, and thermostat functioning normally. Issue remains U resolved. Harsh braking is a security concern.

- Bentonville, AR, USA

problem #63

May 222018

Renegade

  • 54,000 miles
My engine light came on, my A/C blows hot air and on 5/22/2018 my electric E break locked up while I was driving! in the park where I live.

- Elbridge, NY, USA

problem #62

Mar 032018

Renegade

  • 18,700 miles
Transmission shift to neutral unexpectedly for few seconds or when is on low speed. It's scary. Second problem, gps lost frequently direction or report wrong position. Also 911 is not working

- Alameda, CA, USA

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