2015 Jeep Renegade problems
The Jeep Renegade is a subcompact crossover SUV produced by Stellantis under their Jeep marque. It was first shown to the public in March 2014 at the Geneva Motor Show and production started in late August of that year. The Renegade was the smallest vehicle currently marketed by Jeep, until the arrival of the Avenger. It slots between the Avenger and the Compass. It is based on the FCA Small Wide 4×4 platform which is also shared with other FCA models, including from Fiat and Alfa Romeo brands.
The Renegade came standard with front-wheel drive, with optional four-wheel drive systems Active Drive I and Active Drive Low, both of which are paired with Jeep's Selec-Terrain System.
Overview
The Renegade is the first Jeep product to be produced exclusively outside of North America and has been sold in the North American, European, Brazilian, South African, Australian, Japanese and Chinese markets. The vehicle is built in Melfi, Italy with the designation BU/520, alongside the related Fiat 500X; Goiana, Brazil with the designation B1 (alongside Jeep Compass and Fiat Toro); and in Guangzhou, China codenamed BQ.
Standard Renegade models come with front-wheel drive, with four-wheel drive available on Sport, Latitude and Limited trims. In the US, the lineup consists of Sport, Latitude and Limited trims, all of which come with a choice of front- and four-wheel drive, as well as the Trailhawk trim, which is 4WD only.
The Renegade has an available My Sky dual-panel removable roof. The My Sky can be either retracted like a standard sunroof or removed completely for a more open-air experience, similar to that of the Jeep Wrangler.
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Common 2015 Jeep Renegade problems
The Jeep Renegade, introduced in 2014, has had its fair share of issues, particularly with the 2015 model.
Another common problem with the 2015 Jeep Renegade is transmission issues, specifically with the 9-speed automatic transmission. Owners have reported hard shifts, extended shift timings, jerking, unresponsiveness, hesitations, and other related problems.
Excessive emissions have also been a significant issue for the 2015 Jeep Renegade, with many owners failing their emission tests due to excessive emissions. Unfortunately, there is no documented fix for this particular issue.
Random vehicle shutoff is another problem that 2015 Jeep Renegade owners have experienced. Some owners have reported that their vehicle shuts off intermittently, which can be a severe safety concern.
In addition to these issues, the 2015 Jeep Renegade has also had problems with software updates, side airbags, engine mounts, and wiring harnesses, which can affect the vehicle's performance and safety.
The 2015 Jeep Renegade's engine mounts, specifically the right side engine mount, may not have been manufactured correctly, leading to the need for replacement.
The 2015 Jeep Renegade's side airbags of examples made between 30 October and 22 November 2016 could fail to deploy in a collision, requiring replacement of the faulty airbags.
The Renegade finished in a poor 30th place out of 35 cars featured in the small SUV class in the most recent What Car? Reliability Survey, indicating that the vehicle has had significant reliability issues.
In summary, the 2015 Jeep Renegade has had several significant issues, including check engine light problems, transmission issues, excessive emissions, random vehicle shutoff, software updates, side airbags, engine mounts, and wiring harnesses. These issues have affected the vehicle's performance, safety, and reliability, making it a problematic model year for the Jeep Renegade.
What is the biggest problem with Jeep Renegade?
Unfortunately, one of the most reported issues with the Jeep Renegade revolves around the engine. Many Renegade owners have reported issues regarding stalling, loud engine noises, and hesitation during acceleration. The 2015-2017 Renegade models were among the most notorious for engine issues.
How many miles can a 2015 Jeep Renegade last?
between 100,000 to 150,000 miles
You can expect that your Jeep Renegade can last you between 100,000 to 150,000 miles or around 240,000kms. For many drivers, this falls somewhere between 7-10 years. Your Jeep Renegade can last you for years to come. To extend the life of your Jeep Renegade, remember to stay on top of your maintenance schedule.
What is the recall on a 2015 Jeep Renegade?
Summary: 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.
Are Jeep Renegades cheap to fix?
It will cost around $10,000 for repairs and general maintenance on the Jeep Renegade during the first 10 years of ownership. Routine maintenance is a great way of keeping these costs down.
What is the biggest problem with Jeep Renegade?
Unfortunately, one of the most reported issues with the Jeep Renegade revolves around the engine. Many Renegade owners have reported issues regarding stalling, loud engine noises, and hesitation during acceleration. The 2015-2017 Renegade models were among the most notorious for engine issues.
How many miles can a 2015 Jeep Renegade last?
between 100,000 to 150,000 miles
You can expect that your Jeep Renegade can last you between 100,000 to 150,000 miles or around 240,000kms. For many drivers, this falls somewhere between 7-10 years. Your Jeep Renegade can last you for years to come. To extend the life of your Jeep Renegade, remember to stay on top of your maintenance schedule.
What is the recall on a 2015 Jeep Renegade?
Summary: 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.
Are Jeep Renegades expensive to maintain?
The average total annual cost for repairs and maintenance on a Jeep Renegade is $498, compared to an average of $466 for subcompact SUVs and $652 for all vehicle models.
2015 Jeep Renegade car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Jeep Renegade problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Power train problems
- Engine problems
- Electrical system problems
- Unknown or other problems
- Fuel/propulsion system problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2015 Jeep Renegade vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2015 Jeep Renegade
The NHTSA has received 488 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2015 Jeep Renegade. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2015 Jeep Renegade vehicles.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-05-20
- VIN: ZACCJBDT0FP
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: While return home from trip motor started running rough. Took to Dodge dealership they confirmed no compression on #3 cylinder and low compression on #4. The motor was replaced on 7/19/23. Invoice cost of $8946.18.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-09-01
- VIN: ZACCJAAT9FP
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: Vehicle overheating due to non functioning radiator fan. There was a recall on same model, but none listed for my specific vin. unknown as to when symptoms first appeared. vehicle overheats more when car is stopped/in idle.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-14
- VIN: ZACCJABT0FP
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owns a 2015 Jeep Renegade. The contact stated while driving from a stop sign, the transmission shifted abnormally hard. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and diagnosed with a wiring harness failure and transmission failure. The contact was informed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was advised to take the vehicle to the dealer for assistance. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 94,900.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-26
- VIN: ZACCJBDT0FP
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: Received warning that rear drivers side taillights, reverse light, parking light, and turn signal were out. Changed all 3 bulbs related and still didn’t work. Looked at the circuit board and connector and the center pin is burned out. Searching Jeep Renegades and this is a common issue with many model years of the Jeep Renegade. This appears to be a defect the manufacturer should be responsible for through a recall.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-18
- VIN: ZACCJBCT9FP
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Driver sun visor does not stay up. This is a VERY common occurrence with ALL Jeep Renegades, of all years. This is a safety issue because it either hangs in the line of sight of the driver, or, the driver is blinded by the sun. Jeep quotes the repair from $600-2800. How can they request this of every Renegade driver and NOT issue a recall?
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-15
- VIN: ZACCJABT5FP
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The contact owns a 2015 Jeep Renegade. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start. There several unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact also stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle was jerking and hesitating while shifting between gears. The contact stated that the battery was replaced; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to an unknown local dealer where several unknown parts were replaced; however, the failure persisted. The contact stated that the vehicle had been inoperable for two months since the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-30
- VIN: ZACCJABT9FP
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The backup safety camera screen that is also used for the radio and Bluetooth intermittently goes black which disconnects any calls, and doesn’t display the backup safety camera.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-13
- VIN: ZACCJBCT3FP
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: 2015 Jeep Renegade Trailhawk has a failed PTU being repaired at a cost of $3500. There are only 41,000 miles. In 2022 while still under warranty I had it in for shifting hard problems. I was told it was the thermostat which they replaced. I didn't take it back to Jeep until May,2024 due to it was only shifting hard sometimes and I figured they would not do anything. I took the car in due to hard shift and tire pressure light being on a day after it came on. Jeep fixed, a day later it came back, Jeep fixed. When I got home, TP light on again. Now they tell me the shifting is a different problem because the computer says DTC code went off a month ago saying there was a problem (and claim I have to bring in within a week). No warning lights or messages other than the tire pressure light which is still being fixed. Also see SB#21-025-19
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-01-01
- VIN: ZACCJABT3FP
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: In January 2023 and April 2023, a recalled was serviced on. The recall of W80 Oil Consumption Inspection. Was performed twice. So many times I have put the 2015 Jeep Renegade in the service shop countless times. I was in the shop for over a month the oil pressure light comes on every 5 to 30 seconds. I have taken it to another service shop however, they suggest I take it back to the original service shop who original service the Jeep.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-04-27
- VIN: ZACCJBBTXFP
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: Touch screen radio/back up camera screen blacking out and malfunctioning
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-12-15
- VIN: ZACCJBBT8FP
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: Rear brake and back up light assembly ground wire shorted and burned out. This caused all of the lights in the assembly to go out and sent multiple warnings to the dash board. This short came close to melting wires and the plastic assembly itself.
STEERING,POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-03-23
- VIN: ZACCJBDT9FP
- Components: STEERING,POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: While driving in a snowstorm, with 4 wheel drive engaged, the vehicle started swerving, and fish tailing. I was in town and going slow(20 mph). The dash flashed some messages, and the default kicked in so front wheel drive resumed and stability also. The main message was ESC-Emergency Stability Control, plus two others. I called a mechanic in the morning, who suggested the computer might reset. I turned the vehicle on, but the message stayed. I decided to go to the mechanic’s shop, but after two left turns I heard a “growling” sound and the computer did reset. It has been okay since.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-02-18
- VIN: ZACCJBCT4FP
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: Both fog lights have had to be replace due to the inside reflectors getting so hot, the bulbs are melting them with the potential to cause a fire. This vehicle is a 2015 bought brand new and has 52000 miles on it.
AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-02-13
- VIN: ZACCJBBHXFP
- Components: AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: Airbag light just showed up on my dash, it won't go away with the reset.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-12
- VIN: ZACCJBCT0FP
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: Car randomly stalls in park, when reversing, when in drive but brake is being applied, or when first accelerating after putting into drive. Several times now it has stalled when I'm at stop lights. One time it stalled after just tapping the brake while approaching a stop light. That was terrifying because the car was still in motion. Also, car randomly jerks hard when shifting gears. Recently, car doesn't want to shift while accelerating up hills, and RPM's can get up to 4.5 or 5. No engine light or other warnings lights ever come on. I have brought it to my mechanic two times now about the hard shifting and stalling.Have another appointment this week. They can't figure out what's causing it. Nor can they replicate the problem. This can happen a few times a day, then go weeks without an issue. I've seen the same problems from dozens of people on Jeep forums for 2015 -2017 models. No one had a solution, while seemingly getting brushed off by the dealerships about it.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-06-02
- VIN: ZACCJAAT0FP
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owns a 2015 Jeep Renegade. The contact stated while driving and accelerating onto the highway at 65 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and decelerated to approximately 40 MPH. The contact stated that the cabin of the vehicle smelled of gasoline. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not towed, the contact drove the vehicle to a local mechanic where it was diagnosed, but no cause for the failure was found. The contact stated that the failure persisted. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 75,000.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-06-15
- Crash: 1
- VIN: ZACCJABTXFP
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: 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. I was in a fender bender on 8/4/2023 and car was fine for a few days and then it started throwing the engine around again. Mechanic assured me it is not related to accident. file uploaded is of first time I fixed car before the accident
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-10-27
- VIN: ZACCJBCT7FP
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The vehicle on multiple occasions is shifting very hard mostly in between first and second gear, and sometimes third. The vehicle jerks forward like it had been hit from the back. It has also quit moving even though it was still running on a couple of occasions. it feels as if it’s going into neutral and then back into gear.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-09-28
- VIN: ZACCJABT1FP
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: The MySky retractable roof is malfunctioning on many jeep that are equipped with the automatic roof. The panels can come loose and strike a vehicle that's behind. The roof malfunctions and will not open or close properly.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-08-27
- VIN: ZACCJBBTXFP
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS
- Summary: 2015 Jeep Renegade vehicle's horn stopped working/malfunctioned. The clockspring in the steering column control needs to be replaced, along with a battery transmitter, and an air bag that is in the steering column. A Jeep service confirmed the problem and is ordering parts at this time. The parts cost $1,802.31, not including labor. Not having a horn to use puts myself and others at risk while driving, especially in high-traffic areas. The manufacturer, police, insurance representatives, or others, have not inspected the vehicle. There were no warning lamps or messages. The horn completing stopped working about three weeks ago.
STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-09-08
- VIN: ZACCJABT4FP
- Components: STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS
- Summary: 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.. My battery would also be dead the next day (new battery) if battery is not disconnected . Power door locks , also stops working via fob and manual. While driving the power steering would also stops working (very dangerous) as this will prevent you from turning and can cause collision. Engine will start but dies after 5 seconds. I have looked online in jeep forums and this problems appears to be related to ignition switch. The problems the car is having is very identical to those renegade owners posted on line. Other renegade owners got the ignition switch replaced and fixed the problem. As of now, there is no recall for this particular issue but should be investigated. I will be taking my car for recalls and also to include this problem to get fixed. This is a safety matter as it could cause fatality.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-05-10
- VIN: ZACCJBCT5FP
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: I had issues that I thought were the transmission but after experiencing this repeatedly I took it in to the dealer where I bought it they said they couldn’t find a problem next time it was software updates and fixed then next time still cutting out said motor mounts were broken $1,300 fixed it I finally understood that it was ACTUALLY stopping!! I’m not very car savvy thought it was me!! I almost got clobbered when I pulled out onto a very busy street and I’m not very smart I guess just started it AGAIN I realized there was a problem. I’m very good at oil changes and maintenance my people alerted me to the excessive oil use. I checked it often and they always added oil. between changes. Long story short it just stopped! no Start had it towed fixed $2,592. made it home wouldn’t start towed again next morning fixed it again a valve actuator $1,740 for the part again it failed in 30 miles towed again the part was shipped wrong apparently shipped wet no idea what that means dealer Roberson will warranty the part but it’s sitting there broken again and I’m not sure if they fix it again if it will be dependable? It scares me I don’t know what to do! Fix it a third time? Quickly sell it? I can’t do that! I had to buy another another car I couldn’t afford it’s just sitting there can you help me? I’d be so grateful if you could. I read about the problems with this motor and law suits I can’t qualify for because of their time limits I’m just at the end of my rope with this car that I loved. Now I’m afraid of it. I just don’t know what to do. Thank you so much for listening. Elizabeth Pfeifer Sorry my pictures aren’t the best I’m not good at online either! I have a whole file of receipts for this car..
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-05-31
- VIN: ZACCJABT5FP
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: Jeep Renegade 2015 . THE CAP LESS FUELSYSTEM. Can't physically put gas nozzle into the tank. I even tried the plastic funnel that comes with the jeep and that won't go in either. There are 3 plastic tabs that must be pushed in by the nozzle before the metal flap will release and allow the pump in. Two smaller ones in the upper left/right and one large one on the bottom. Sometimes these can get gummed(or in my case were kinda defective straight from the factory). In 2019 Renegade redesign the gas tank differently so I'm guessing they know about this issue. There are forum on top of forums about this problem. We really need a recall on this. Eventually, I have to exchange my cap less fuel system since I am dreading every trip to a gas station. I can't drive my car if I can't put gas in it.
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-05-29
- VIN: ZACCJBCT4FP
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The contact owns a 2015 Jeep Renegade. The contact stated that while leaving his garage, the battery lost power and was completely drained. The vehicle was jumpstarted. The next day, the battery was drained again. The vehicle was jumpstarted again. Additionally, the vehicle failed to shift into park(P). There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact called the local dealer and who provided with unknown recommendations. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 106,000.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-07-07
- VIN: ZACCJABT1FP
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: My car turns off at random times while driving. This has happened while going down the highway at high speeds and while turning left into a business and everything in between. I am usually able to start the car after waiting five minutes or so and it may or may not turn off again before I reach my destination. I have taken it to the dealership 3 times for this issue with no resolve. The first time I took my car to the dealership was July 14th, 2021 and they determined it was the battery, that did not solve the issue. On December 29, 2022 I took the vehicle to the dealership and on January 09, 2023 I picked it up. They told me my battery cable was loose, that was not the issue. On January 24 I took it back and on February 7, 2023 I picked it up. The dealership replaced the wiring harness, but the issue still remains. Driving down the road at any speed and having the car shut off is a safety risk to everyone around. When my daughter was turning left into a business she was terrified and blocking traffic going both directions and had to be pushed out of the road. While driving down the road I constantly am looking for a plan of action, a place that I can coast off the road if my car dies. The dealership has not been able to recreate this problem. The vehicle has not been inspected by anyone other than the dealership. 60% of the time all of the warning lamps are on, and the other part of the time just the check engine light and battery lamp are on, but this is not an indication of if the car will safely get me to my destination without turning off. Sometimes it does and sometimes it does not. I am not the only one who has suffered this issue. Numerous similar incidents can be found from other people on various websites.
2015 Jeep Renegade recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 4 recalls for different components of the 2015 Jeep Renegade.
- Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
- Components: TRAILER HITCHES
- Summary: 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.
- Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
- Components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
- Summary: 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.
- Manufacturer: Daystar Products International, Inc.
- Components: SUSPENSION:REAR
- Summary: 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 [email protected]. Daystar's number for this recall is 16-01.
- Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:CYBERSECURITY
- Summary: 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.
Negative 2015 Jeep Renegade car reviews
Positive 2015 Jeep Renegade car reviews
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I'm so glad to hear that you're enjoying your Jeep Renegade! It sounds like you made a great choice with the yellow Trailhawk. I'm happy to hear that you've had no issues connecting your iPhone and that the bluetooth works well for making phone calls. The smooth ride and lack of road noise are definitely big pluses. It's great to hear that the hill assist has been helpful for you, especially on steep hills. The ample head room is also a nice feature, especially for taller passengers. And it's fantastic that you're getting the same gas mileage as your previous vehicle. It's wonderful to hear that you haven't experienced any electrical malfunctions or engine problems. Overall, it sounds like you're very satisfied with your Renegade Trailhawk! Thank you for sharing your positive experience with us.
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This car had good to very good reviews, so I purchased the trail hawk edition, and so far it's been a generally positive experience. Although the Jeep corporation has limited this car with a few 'buts', it still has a lot of great features. The car has decent gas mileage, but it needs frequent fill-ups due to a small gas tank. The engine is fine for the car, but the transmission is terrible, shifting into higher gears rapidly and giving a feeling of being underpowered. The good news is that the gears can be shifted manually from the shifter and that works well! The instrument panel is basic and informative, and the Sirius XM radio is terrific. Although the Bluetooth took some time to program for and did not work that well, it's still a great feature. Finally, the off-roading ability of this car is excellent. We took it in the sand at Cape Cod National Seashore and it took on the sand dunes with no problems! Although I'm a bit apprehensive about trusting Jeep because of their poor reputation for reliability and trade-in value, I would say we're off to a good start with no big problems so far.
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Update 12/21/2016: Hi there! Just wanted to share my experience with the Renegade so far. I'm still absolutely thrilled with it! I purchased it new in May 2016 and it now has 6000 miles on it. The only issue I've had was a loose wire to a running light, which caused an intermittent dash warning over 6 months of driving. But I took it to the dealer yesterday and they fixed it - no more warnings on the drive home! The Renegade has been my daily driver and I'm happy to report that it has exceeded both the manufacturer's estimate and my own expectations for fuel efficiency. In mixed driving, it reliably gets about 33 mpg, and on a recent strictly highway trip, it averaged an impressive 43 mpg! Even when we crawled home in bumper-to-bumper Los Angeles traffic on the return trip, it still averaged 39 mpg for the round trip! I was initially concerned that I would be spending more on gas driving the Renegade instead of the VW Beetle it replaced, but that hasn't been the case at all. My husband is also a big fan of the Renegade - he loves that it can Fast forward about 18 months, I decided to look up the Renegade online out of curiosity to check reviews. To my surprise, I found huge manufacturer and dealer incentives on the remaining 2015s in stock. I thought to myself, 'Oh my, I can get a brand new Jeep (actually a Fiat) for about the same price I paid for a new 2001 VW Beetle years ago!' Another big plus for me was the availability of a manual transmission. I was sorely tempted at this point despite the VW's reliability, and headed for the Jeep dealer. Let me assure you that going to an American car dealer was quite a step for me! The first dealer did not have what I was looking for, but the second dealer did. I had been doing all the shopping and research, and was quite sure we were going home with the Renegade, so I asked my husband to come along to look at the Renegade and drive the VW home. He was amazed at the good value and quality of the Renegade! The Renegade continues to please with 30+mpg in combined driving, and the car is very willing to move. The engine and manual transmission are smooth! It is very quiet and roomy inside, good sized adults will fit in the back seat, and it is simply easy to deal with. It actually is a utility vehicle. It does not rattle or have wind noise. It has some nice touches inside like soft lighting, the seats are comfortable, and I'm really enjoying the SiriusXM radio trial. I am thrilled to not have to drive a 50 mile round trip for service since I have two Jeep dealers close by. I have not owned the vehicle long enough to comment on durability, but I believe the build quality is good. A family member who worked at a high level job for another car manufacturer looked at it and was impressed by the quality. At this point, I am very satisfied with the Renegade. I keep my vehicles for a long time, drive them carefully, and have them maintained on schedule. I expect that this vehicle will last.
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I had never considered owning a domestic vehicle until I came across the Renegade. After taking it for a test ride, I was sold. In the past 11 years, I have owned 2 Hondas, 1 Toyota, and 1 VW, all brand new. Living in the Northeast, I needed a vehicle that could handle the nasty winter commute and occasional camping trips, so I was looking for an AWD/4x4 with good fuel mileage and mild off-road capability. Only a few small SUVs fit the bill, and my choices were between the Subaru XV Crosstrek and the Jeep Renegade. While I won't say much about the Subaru, I will say that it was under-powered and lacked details compared to the Renegade. The Renegade's interior is impressive, with illuminated cup holders and center console, comfortable and supportive seats, and great forward visibility. The instrument panel with built-in LCD screen is very informative with an intuitive layout, and the infotainment system with touch screen is easy to navigate while driving. I love how the car can stream music from my phone via Bluetooth without me having to touch it, and the sound quality is impressive for an entry-level vehicle. The exterior design is also impressive, with plenty of design details and good paint quality. The engine is relatively quiet for a domestic vehicle, and it has plenty of power to pass other vehicles on the interstate. The only let-down is the transmission.There is a slight lag and hesitation in gear change under spirited acceleration, but it's smooth enough and tolerable. The Renegade's performance is agile and the steering is accurate and nicely weighed, although it lacks the feedback of a sport sedan or luxury crossover. Body-roll under spirited driving is well controlled, especially considering it's a JEEP! I have not yet driven in snow, but I did drive it off the dealership lot in pouring rain. I got the chance to push it a little bit through some back roads in heavy rain. Not once did I feel the traction control or ABS kick in, and the vehicle didn't slide during sharp turns. The body panels did not make any rattling noise on rough road surfaces. In the past 300 miles, I was able to achieve an average of 27 miles per gallon. I was getting 30mpg on the interstate around 65mph. I would expect gas mileage to slightly improve as the engine breaks in. Overall, I am very impressed with how Jeep has come out with such a great product. It's a perfect blend of ruggedness, performance, comfort, and style. Let's face it, we all want a Wrangler at some point in life but can't justify the fuel efficiency, comfort, or practicality for everyday commute. And Jeep has finally given us a perfect compromise. Trade-in value and reliability are the only two concerns I have at this point, and only time will tell.
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Hey there! It looks like this isn't your Honda CRV, but I'm glad to hear you're enjoying your new Renegade TH! I totally agree that good ideas should be shared and I'm happy to hear that you're enjoying the differences between the Renegade and the CRV. I can definitely understand your concerns about the driver seat and rear view camera, and I think it would be great if Jeep could take inspiration from the Buick Regal seat and the CRV's camera angles. It's also a great idea to have more storage nooks and a cable net in the back, and I agree that having a woman on the interior design team could bring some fresh perspectives. I'm glad to hear you love the full spare tire! As for the navigation, it sounds like there are some improvements that could be made, such as fixing the road map and Bluetooth connectivity. And I totally agree that this is a Jeep, not a Porsche, so the lack of pickup in speed isn't a huge concern. Overall, I think the seat fix should be a top priority for Jeep, but the other suggestions are definitely worth considering. Thanks for sharing your thoughts!
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Ulices Hills 2025-04-11
I recently traded in my 2015 Trailhawk after 10 months of ownership and 11,485 miles, and I couldn't be happier! When I purchased it back in April 2015, I thought it was going to be the answer to my many vehicle needs: 4x4/offroad capability, adequate cargo space for trips to the beach with the dog, great gas mileage for my weekly commutes to sales calls, and a reliable vehicle that held its value for years to come, due to the Jeep name pedigree. However, I did encounter a few issues along the way. For example, I noticed a puddle of clear liquid under the front of the car the morning after purchase. After some investigation, I discovered that the washer fluid pump was leaking. Although the dealership was not very helpful, I was able to solve the problem myself. Additionally, I experienced an awful screeching sound when starting the vehicle from cold, which turned out to be a cracked serpentine belt. The dealership was able to fix this issue and also serviced the front brakes, which had been making a terrible squeal under moderate to light braking once they had warmed up. Overall, I had a great experience with my Trailhawk and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a versatile and reliable vehicle.In my opinion, the Jeep Renegade has a couple of issues that I would like to highlight. Firstly, the fuel tank is quite small, only 12.7 gallons, which means that I had to fill up twice as often as a companion vehicle during a trip from Florida to Tennessee. This made the trip slower as we had to stop every 300 miles. Secondly, the drivetrain combination of the 2.4L, 4 cyl. engine and the 9 speed transmission in the Renegade (in Trailhawk trim at least) is the worst that I've ever experienced. Accelerating at speed, passing on the highway, and overall highway drivability is beyond terrible. You literally have to floor the accelerator to achieve any passing capability, and passing vehicles on a 2 lane, dotted line road is beyond terrifying. However, I don't want to nitpick this vehicle for hours. All told, I'm glad that I was able to trade out of this vehicle. Unfortunately, the Renegade dropped 1/3 of its value (as mentioned in other reviews) in less than 10 months. So, be cautious of this when considering its resale value. Best of luck with your decision!
Barry Stoltenberg 2025-03-17
The car has had a few issues, including some trouble with the transmission and brakes. However, the dealership has been very helpful in providing loaner cars and making repairs. While there have been some delays, the team has been working hard to get everything fixed. We are currently pursuing the lemon law, but remain optimistic that a resolution can be reached. Thank you for your understanding and support throughout this process.
Olaf Breitenberg 2025-02-17
The Jeep Renegade has had some issues with its brakes and transmission, as well as some other minor problems. It is recommended to wait until these issues are resolved before purchasing the vehicle. It is important to note that these issues are not unique to this particular vehicle, and can be found in other models as well. It is important to do thorough research before making a purchase to ensure that the vehicle meets your needs and expectations.
Allan Fay 2024-11-19
I have owned the Jeep for three weeks and it has already accumulated 1000 miles. However, it is currently in the shop due to stalling and hesitating issues. The vehicle is equipped with a 2.4 motor and a 9-speed transmission.
Kieran Kohler 2024-08-16
We purchased the Renegade approximately 4 months ago. When the service passive entrance system warning memo came on with only 2400 miles on the vehicle, I contacted the dealership to inquire why the light would come on so early. We set up an appointment to have the system checked and were told that there was an update available. The techs ran the update and informed us that there were a few more updates available. We agreed to leave the vehicle for at least 4 more hours. Upon completion of the updates, the dealer contacted us to say the vehicle was ready. However, upon arriving home, the service passive entrance system warning memo came on again. We contacted the dealer who wanted the vehicle the next day. After checking the system, we were told that Chrysler reps instructed the dealership to replace a dash module. We left and once again, within minutes, the warning memo came on. We returned the vehicle to the dealer for the passive entrance system repair and the vehicle was tied up for most of the day for the repair. The next day, my wife was preparing to leave for a doctor's appointment when a warning memo appeared on the dash that the fob was not recognized. Fortunately, I left my fob which happened to work. I contacted the dealership and was told to bring the vehicle back in to be checked. We took the vehicle in and I suggested that they take both fobs and reprogram the system. However, we sat in the dealership for over 2 hours when the service writer informed us that the internet connection to Chrysler was down and that we needed to bring the vehicle back. On the following Monday, we made another appointment for the fob reprogram. Unfortunately, on Thursday of that week, my fob would not allow me to unlock the doors. It was not recognized by the system. On this past Friday, I took the vehicle in for the 5th time for the same issue.The Renegade has been in the dealer's possession for four months now, and we are still unsure of its reliability. Despite our concerns, the dealer refuses to consider the lemon law and insists on fixing the vehicle. However, we were offered a trade-in deal, which we were surprised to find out that the Renegade had lost 1/3 of its value in just 3000 miles. The dealer's solution is to keep swapping out parts until the vehicle is repaired, which is not a satisfactory solution for us. We have had several issues with the vehicle, including the dash changing from English to Metric and the emergency brake automatically setting. Although the dealership fixed the latter issue, we still have no faith in the vehicle. We hope to have the language issue resolved soon, but we are hesitant to spend more time at the dealership.During this time, our Renegade automatically set the emergency brake again for one day. However, this annoyance stopped on its own after that one day. Our confidence in this vehicle remains unchanged. We have since switched dealerships and the new dealership has successfully resolved all of our issues. The service writer took only 5 minutes to show us how to switch the computer from metric back to English. The new dealership spent about 3 hours thoroughly inspecting the entire vehicle, both physically and with the computer, and discovered and repaired many issues. Since that visit, we have had no issues. It is clear that the competence and expertise of the dealership made all the difference.