MYRModel Year Report

2015 Jeep Renegade

■ Significantly worse — known issue year
2015 Jeep Renegade
BUILT 2026-10-10

This year had more than double the complaints of this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints
511
Recalls
4

Campaigns on file for 2015

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Power train

33% of complaints

Complaints per year

2015: 511 complaints 2015 511 2016: 430 complaints 2017: 564 complaints 2017 2018: 442 complaints 2019: 78 complaints 2019 2020: 62 complaints 2021: 67 complaints 2021 2022: 26 complaints 2023: 20 complaints 2023
2015: 511 complaints 2015 511 2016: 430 complaints 2016 2017: 564 complaints 2017 2018: 442 complaints 2018 2019: 78 complaints 2019 2020: 62 complaints 2020 2021: 67 complaints 2021 2022: 26 complaints 2022 2023: 20 complaints 2023
2015: 511 complaints 2015 511 2016: 430 complaints 2016 2017: 564 complaints 2017 2018: 442 complaints 2018 2019: 78 complaints 2019 2020: 62 complaints 2020 2021: 67 complaints 2021 2022: 26 complaints 2022 2023: 20 complaints 2023

2015: 511 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
2015511
2016430
2017564
2018442
201978
202062
202167
202226
202320

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Power train

33% · 170 reports

Most commonly citing gear position indication (prndl) and automatic transmission.

CRASH
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Tl* the contact owns a 2015 Jeep Renegade. After the gear shift was switched into the drive position, the vehicle reversed without warning. As a result, the contact's vehicle crashed into another vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 2016-08-11

Engine

32% · 161 reports
CRASHFIREINJURY
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Motor mounts were damaged and car would shake excessively. got them replaced and they were broken again 3 months later. i have seen several people with the same issue on reddit in jeep renegades models 2015-2016.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-10-27

While driving, there was a loud pop, the vehicle then lost power, the engine compartment caught fire, then the fire consumed the entire vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 2016-05-25

Also filed under Structure

Electrical system

26% · 131 reports

Most commonly citing software and speedometer/odometer.

CRASHFIRE
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My vehicle recently started showing warning/service lights for no reason; airbag, power steering, park lights, coolant, check engine etc. My engine would also keeps running even after removing the keys..

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-09-10

Also filed under Air bags

Fuel/propulsion system

7% · 38 reports

Service brakes

6% · 30 reports
CRASH
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Ongoing issue, but today I got in my Jeep and once again my vehicle is showing the transmission and check engine lights, when I attempt to put it in gear it goes out of gear and into neutral..

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-01-02

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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    2015Complaint volume 511 complaints filed for this model year.
  2. I
    2015-07-24Recall queryClosed 2016-01-05 Software security vulnerability
  3. R
    2015-09-30Electrical system15V508000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015 Jeep Renegade vehicles manufactured September 18, 2014, to June 25, 2015.

    Remedy: Chrysler will notify and mail affected owners a USB drive that includes a software update that eliminates the vulnerability, free of charge.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    2016-03-11Suspension16E013000 Daystar Products International, Inc.

    Remedy: Daystar will notify owners, and direct them to repair shops to have the brackets inspected and replaced as needed, free of charge. The recall began on March 11, 2016.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    2016-10-13Trailer hitches16V545000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Jeep Renegade vehicles manufactured August 25, 2014, to June 25, 2016, equipped with a factory-installed optional trailer hitch package.

    Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install two additional fasteners per side, free of charge. The recall began on October 13, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    2016-11-02Power train16V529000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Jeep Cherokee and 2015 Chrysler 200, Jeep Renegade, RAM ProMaster, and 2016 Fiat 500X vehicles equipped with 9-speed automatic transmissions.

    Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, dealers will reprogram the Powertrain Control Module and the Transmission Control Module and if necessary replace the transaxle range sensor wire harness, free of charge. The recall began on November 7, 2016.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

2015 Jeep Renegade — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Power train: 170 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine: 161 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 131 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 15V508000 · Electrical system
  • Recall 16E013000 · Suspension
  • Recall 16V545000 · Trailer hitches
  • Recall 16V529000 · Power train
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 2015 Jeep Renegade reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2015 Jeep Renegade is rated "significantly worse".
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Jeep Renegade?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2015 Jeep Renegade have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.