Recalls (3)
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2015 Jeep Renegade. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. PlainVIN shows every recall campaign listed for a model year, with the official text and how many cars have been fixed so far.
Check on NHTSA ↗Trailer Hitch Assembly May Separate From Vehicle
- 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.
Transmission may Shift Unexpectedly to Neutral
- 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.
Radio Software Security Vulnerabilities
- 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.
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Owner complaints (511)
511 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The power train is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 511 |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 170 | 33.3% |
| Engine | 161 | 31.5% |
| Electrical system | 129 | 25.2% |
| Unknown or other | 97 | 19% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 38 | 7.4% |
| Service brakes | 30 | 5.9% |
| Vehicle speed control | 27 | 5.3% |
| Electronic stability control | 26 | 5.1% |
| Exterior lighting | 18 | 3.5% |
| Steering | 15 | 2.9% |
How 2015 compares with other Renegade years
Best and worst Renegade years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 511 | 3 |
| 2016 | 430 | 1 |
| 2017 | 565 | 3 |
| 2018 | 442 | 2 |
| 2019 | 79 | 4 |
| 2020 | 62 | 3 |
| 2021 | 67 | 2 |
| 2022 | 26 | 2 |
| 2023 | 20 | 2 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 27 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $3,050
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 334 g/mi
- EPA class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 27 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.4 L 4-cyl · 6-speed manual | All-Wheel Drive | 24 / 31 / 27 | $3,050 | 334 |
| 1.4 L 4-cyl · 6-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 24 / 31 / 26 | $3,150 | 336 |
| 2.4 L 4-cyl · 9-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 / 30 / 25 | $2,700 | 357 |
| 2.4 L 4-cyl · 9-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 21 / 29 / 24 | $2,800 | 371 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
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2015 Jeep Renegade FAQ
How many recalls does the 2015 Jeep Renegade have?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns: 16V545000 (trailer hitches), 16V529000 (power train), 15V508000 (electrical). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2015 Jeep Renegade problems?
Owners filed 511 complaints with NHTSA. Power train (170), Engine (161), Electrical system (129) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2015 Jeep Renegade get?
EPA rates the 1.4 L 4-cyl · 6-speed manual version at 24 city, 31 highway and 27 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 2015 Renegade compare with other years?
Among the 2015–2021 Jeep Renegade model years at least five years old, the 2020 drew the fewest complaints (62) and the 2017 the most (565). The 2015 drew 511. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.