2017 Jeep Renegade engine problems
268 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2017 Jeep Renegade — 48% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Under normal driving conditions, coolant rapidly started leaking from the engine, and vehicle started overheating. UNKNOWN component failure, vehicle is currently at an independent service station. No warnings prior to overheating.”
filed Sep 8, 2026
“I am reporting a safety concern involving a 2017 Jeep Renegade, VIN ZACCJAAB5HPE81627. The vehicle was purchased used on May 22, 2026 at approximately 89,055 miles and began experiencing problems almost immediately. On May 27, only five days and approximately 96 miles after purchase, a diagnostic…”
filed Aug 11, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- These vehicles may be equipped with a cracked oil pump housing/balance shaft module…Campaign 18V131000 · Feb 22, 2018
Related service bulletins
Verify Reman part number availability. Order the "R" part number for all orders:
9100624 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jul 8, 2025"2.4L Excessive Oil Consumption XS1 Warranty Extension The customer may describe one or more of the following: ● Oil pressure low indicator lamp illumination between oil changes. ● Excessive oil consumption This…
09-010-25 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Apr 30, 2025
Engine problems in other Renegade years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 Renegade | 3 | 15% |
| 2022 Renegade | 11 | 42% |
| 2021 Renegade | 9 | 13% |
| 2020 Renegade | 21 | 34% |
| 2019 Renegade | 15 | 19% |
| 2018 Renegade | 190 | 43% |
| 2016 Renegade | 172 | 40% |
| 2015 Renegade | 161 | 32% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2017 Jeep Renegade
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.