2015 Jeep Renegade
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission & Drivetrain leads by volume: 170 of 511 complaints (33%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Engine include more fire reports (7) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | vs. 2015 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,500–3,000 | 2,500–3,000 | 2,500–3,000 | |
| Combined MPG | 24–27 | 24–27 | 24–26 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 21–24 / 29–31 | 21–24 / 29–31 | 21–24 / 29–31 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 334–371 | 334–371 | 336–371 | |
| Complaints filed | 511 | 429 | 564 | |
| Recalls issued | 4 | 2 | 3 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 8 | 9 | 23 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 8 | 10 | 5 | |
| Injuries reported | 1 | 15 | 16 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2015 Jeep Renegade have?
4 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2015 Jeep Renegade?
Transmission & Drivetrain: 170 of 511 NHTSA complaints (33%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2015 Jeep Renegade get?
EPA rates it 24–27 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2015 Jeep Renegade?
EPA estimates $2,500–$3,000 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (4)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 9-spd | 4 | 2.4L | Front-Wheel Drive | Gasoline or E85 | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 22 mpg | 30 mpg | 25 mpg | $2,500 (low) | 357 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic 9-spd | 4 | 2.4L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 21 mpg (low) | 29 mpg (low) | 24 mpg (low) | $2,600 | 371 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 3 | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 1.4L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 24 mpg (high) | 31 mpg (high) | 26 mpg | $3,000 (high) | 336 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 1.4L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 24 mpg (high) | 31 mpg (high) | 27 mpg (high) | $2,850 | 334 g/mi (low) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 165 | 3 | 7 | 1 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 170 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 39 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 129 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 54 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 23 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 25 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 30 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 14 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 25 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 97 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (4)
TRAILER HITCHES · Campaign 16V545000 · Jul 20, 2016
Defect: 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. The trailer hitch assembly may have been attached with only a single fastener per side, not three per side as required.
Consequence: Without the proper amount of fasteners, the trailer hitch assembly may separate from the vehicle, and any towed vehicle may no longer be properly connected, increasing the risk of a crash.
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. Chrysler's number for this recall is S62.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION · Campaign 16V529000 · Jul 12, 2016
Defect: 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. The transmission sensor clusters may have insufficient crimps in the transmission wire harness, and as a result, the transmission may unexpectedly shift to neutral. On August 29, 2016 Chrysler added the 2016 Fiat 500X vehicles to this recall.
Consequence: If the vehicle unexpectedly shifts to neutral, there is an increased risk of a crash.
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. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S55.
SUSPENSION:REAR · Campaign 16E013000 · Feb 18, 2016
Defect: Daystar Products International, Inc. (Daystar) is recalling certain aftermarket replacement rear control arm brackets included in Daystar's 2015-2016 Jeep Renegade 1.5" spacer kit, part KJ09168BK, shipped from Daystar to distributors between October 27, 2015 and November 5, 2015. The affected spacers may have improper or incomplete welds on the top flange on the rear control arm bracket, that can allow the rear axle to shift while driving.
Consequence: If the axle moves there could be an increased risk of a crash.
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. Owners may contact Daystar customer service at 1-623-907-0081 or by email at Jbilyeu@daystarweb.com. Daystar's number for this recall is 16-01.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:CYBERSECURITY · Campaign 15V508000 · Aug 12, 2015
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015 Jeep Renegade vehicles manufactured September 18, 2014, to June 25, 2015. The affected vehicles are equipped with radios that have software vulnerabilities that can allow third-party access to certain networked vehicle control systems.
Consequence: Exploitation of the software vulnerability may result in unauthorized remote modification and control of certain vehicle systems, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify and mail affected owners a USB drive that includes a software update that eliminates the vulnerability, free of charge. Optionally, owners may download the update to their own USB drive from http://www.driveuconnect.com/software-update/ or take their vehicle to a Chrysler dealer for immediate installation. In an effort to mitigate the effects of this security vulnerability, Chrysler has had the wireless service provider close the open cellular connection to the vehicle that provided unauthorized access to the vehicle network. This measure may not have been implemented on all vehicles and does not address access by other means that will be remedied by the software update. The recall began on September 30, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R45.