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2017 Jeep RenegadeProblems, Recalls & Reliability

Based on reports from 933 owners and 3 recalls for this exact model.

Data updated ·NHTSA complaints through October 19, 2026

Complaints
933
Crashes
40
Fires
11
Recalls
3
TSBs
218
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Preliminary Verdict

Red Flag

Based on 933 complaints, 40 crashes, 11 fires, and 3 recalls. Complaint rate is 1.7x the class average.

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Top reported problems

1

excessive oil consumption

19 complaints • Severity 7.3/10

$X,XXX
2

dies stalls while driving

16 complaints • Severity 8.2/10

$X,XXX
3

lunging forward

8 complaints • Severity 8.2/10

$X,XXX
4

transmission causing stalling

6 complaints • Severity 9.7/10

$X,XXX
5

keyless system failure

5 complaints • Severity 6.4/10

$X,XXX

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Mechanic Inspection Checklist

!Check the EngineHIGH

270 owners reported engine issues — failures commonly reported around 28K miles.

!Inspect the ElectricalMED
Look for symptoms of wear and premature failure
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Failure Timeline by Mileage

328
0–30K
191
30–60K
74
60–90K
13
90–120K
1
120–150K
3
150K+

Peak failure range: 0–30K miles (328 reports) • Median: 28K miles

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30,000-Mile Cost Projection

Best Case

$X,XXX

Most Likely

$X,XXX

Worst Case

$X,XXX

Top cost driver: Engine (270 reports).

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Owner Intelligence

AI-synthesized themes from real complaints

Buyer Lot Checklist

Questions, test drive checks, walk-away triggers

Negotiation Talking Points

Data-backed dollar deductions

Buy / Skip Verdict

Final recommendation with conditions

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Where the complaints fall

Engine270 (29%)
Electrical146 (16%)
Fuel System123 (13%)
Other100 (11%)
Drivetrain94 (10%)
Brakes31 (3%)
Lights26 (3%)
Speed Control24 (3%)

2017 Jeep Renegade: Known Issues & Problem Areas

Engine Issues

Engine complaints account for 29% of all reports filed for the 2017 Jeep Renegade, with 270 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. The median mileage at time of complaint is 27,500 miles, suggesting issues tend to surface around the 28K-mile mark.

Electrical Issues

Electrical complaints account for 16% of all reports filed for the 2017 Jeep Renegade, with 146 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to electrical-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Fuel System Issues

Fuel System complaints account for 13% of all reports filed for the 2017 Jeep Renegade, with 123 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to fuel system-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Drivetrain Issues

Drivetrain complaints account for 10% of all reports filed for the 2017 Jeep Renegade, with 94 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to drivetrain-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Data sourced from NHTSA owner complaints and community reports. The full report analyzes severity, repair costs, and failure patterns for each category.

Complaint trend by year

41
17
120
18
263
19
164
20
110
21
61
22
66
23
28
24
58
25
22
26

Complaints filed with NHTSA by year for the 2017 Jeep Renegade. Recent trend: decreasing.

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Recall History (3 recalls)

17V485000Sep 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."

18V131000Mar 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.

18V731000Apr 2019

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.

Recall severity analysis & seller scripts

The full report rates each recall's severity and gives you scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.

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2017 Jeep Renegade NHTSA Safety Ratings

Overall

★★★★★

4 of 5 stars

Frontal crash

★★★★★

4 of 5 stars

Side crash

★★★★★

5 of 5 stars

Rollover

★★★★★

3 of 5 stars

From NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings). Where NHTSA tested more than one version of this vehicle, the lowest rating is shown.

The worst model year for the Jeep Renegade is the 2015 — worth knowing if you're cross-shopping years. The biggest problem area is engine.

2017 Jeep Renegade vs. Class Average (Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD)

This vehicle

933

Class avg

548

1.7x the class average — significantly more complaints than typical small sport utility vehicle 2wd vehicles.

Complaint counts correlate with sales volume — popular vehicles naturally generate more reports. The full report normalizes for this.

About this data

NHTSA Complaints

Federal database of owner-filed safety complaints. 933 records for this vehicle.

NHTSA Recalls

Manufacturer-issued safety recalls. 3 recalls found for this vehicle.

Repair Cost Data

Real-world repair costs from owner reports and independent databases.

Last updated . NHTSA complaints received through October 19, 2026; safety ratings from NHTSA's 5-Star program.

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2017 Jeep Renegade: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most common problem with the 2017 Jeep Renegade?
The most commonly reported issue with the 2017 Jeep Renegade is related to the engine, with 270 complaints filed with NHTSA.
Is the 2017 Jeep Renegade reliable?
The 2017 Jeep Renegade has 933 complaints, 40 crash reports, and 11 fire reports filed with NHTSA. This is 1.7x the class average — higher than typical for its segment.
How safe is the 2017 Jeep Renegade?
NHTSA rates the 2017 Jeep Renegade 4 out of 5 stars overall, with 4 stars in frontal crash tests, 5 stars in side crash tests, 3 stars for rollover resistance. Where NHTSA tested more than one version, the lowest rating is shown.
How much does it cost to fix 2017 Jeep Renegade problems?
Repair costs vary by issue. The full BumperScan report includes detailed repair cost estimates (low/median/high) for every major issue, plus a 30,000-mile total cost of ownership projection.
Does the 2017 Jeep Renegade have any recalls?
Yes, the 2017 Jeep Renegade has 3 recalls on record. The full report includes recall severity analysis and scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.
What mileage do Jeep Renegade problems start?
Based on 610 complaints with mileage data, the median mileage at time of complaint is 27,500 miles. The highest concentration of reported issues occurs in the 0–30K mile range. The full report breaks down exactly which components fail at each mileage bracket.
When was the 2017 Jeep Renegade data last updated?
BumperScan last checked this vehicle against NHTSA on October 21, 2026, covering owner complaints received through October 19, 2026 plus the latest recalls, investigations and technical service bulletins.
What’s in the full report?
10 sections of AI analysis: severity-ranked issues, component scores (0-100), 30K-mile cost projection, failure timeline by mileage, recall details with seller scripts, owner sentiment analysis, mechanic checklist, buyer lot checklist, negotiation ammo with dollar figures, and a buy/skip verdict.
How is this different from free NHTSA data?
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