2015 Jeep Renegade: grinding or squealing brakes

Filed Jul 17, 2019 · Transmission · 40,000 miles · CA

When idling and sometimes while driving the vehicle radiator cooling fan constantly wobbles and grinds against the shroud.

Filed Mar 8, 2019 · Brakes, Steering · 60,000 miles · AR

Initial take off from a parked position, the transmission jerks hard through gears 1-3 in automatic transmission. Coming to a stop or slowing down it kicks hard, often times jerking forward and not stopping. Turning the wheel left or right, there is a grind or rub within the rack and pinion system. No warning lights on the dash or check engine lights are present.

Filed Jan 15, 2019 · Brakes · MN

I bought this car in april 2018 with 15,000, about a month after driving it started making squeaking noises when I braked, when I brought it in they told me it was fine and that it was possibly a rock. It didn't stop, so I brought it to another dealer who couldn't find the issue, then I brought it back to the dealer I bought it from to get a tire key and they replaced the brakes for free only it didn't fix the problem. When I brake it sounds like metal is crushing together, it is the worst sound and it is extremely unsafe,so I brought it in again, and when I brought it in this last time I made a service tech get in the car with me and he agreed that was not right and then the next day he calls me and says nothing is wrong everything looks perfect. They then tell me they test drove the other renegades in the lot and they all make the same sound when you brake, clearly something is wrong with the vehicle.

Filed Oct 6, 2018 · Engine · 55,000 miles · GA

Besides the numerous problems I have had with electrical issues, etc. When I bought this new 2015 renegade, I am now on 55,000 miles and the motor fan is going out. When the fan comes on you can hear the bearing grinding which progressively has gotten louder and is impossible to ignore. My best friend bought the same make and model and her fan just went out leaving the vehicle overheated and her stuck on the side of the road. It's not like jeep is not aware of this issue since there are numerous online boards and youtube videos on how to replace the fan if you can't afford the $600+ to have the dealership do it if you are out of warranty. I am just out of warranty and my husband just had bypass heart surgery so our plans to have him replace it are out and I can't afford to have it fixed with his medical emergency so it is parked as I live in a rural area and can't afford for it to strand me on the roadway. This is my 3rd and last jeep. It has been a piece of crap.

Filed Sep 20, 2018 · Electrical, Engine · 60,000 miles · AR

The coolant fan went off track and started squealing and getting stuck, causing the fuse to blow. Within a month, and after replacing the fuse 3 times, the fan motor stopped working and burnt up completely. Attempted to replace it with another fan, and it blew the fuse again and burnt up the new fan motor also. Also, within the last month (today being 9/20/2018) my car has been jumping and shaking when in drive mode. Mainly occurs after speeds of 40+ MPH have been reached and when vehicle has been driven for a longer length of time.

Filed Sep 10, 2018 · Brakes, Seats · 14,897 miles · TX

Driver side power seat blows fuses and it gets stuck in odd positions, it has happened when driving and parked. This is my mother in law's appointment car and me and my wife have the need to drive the vehicle to her appointments as one time she took it by herself and being disabled she always backs the seat to get in and out easier, well the seat got stuck and she had to drive it home like that barely reaching the pedals as no one was available to drive it for her and we were 30 hours away in another state. We moved and have been arguing with the factory and 2 dealerships ever since. Also the brakes are always squealing and barely stops the car when hot, they look worn out and glazed, dealer said this is normal for the car.

Filed Aug 27, 2018 · Engine · 14,000 miles · PA · fire

Tl* the contact owns a 2015 jeep renegade. While driving 15 MPH, the vehicle jerked and stalled. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer (family chrysler dodge jeep ram, 6735 essington ave, philadelphia, pa 19153, (215) 492-8600) where it was diagnosed that an oil change was needed. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was contacted. Also, while driving at unknown speeds, the vehicle made an abnormal squeaking noise and stalled. The contact noticed smoke emerging from the grill area and oil leaking onto the ground. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the same dealer where it was diagnosed that there was no oil in the vehicle and the engine may need to be replaced. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and did not assist. The failure mileage was 14,000.

Filed Aug 24, 2018 · Transmission · 27,864 miles · NM

Tl* the contact owns a 2015 jeep renegade. While driving 30-40 MPH and accelerating, the contact heard an abnormal grinding noise. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer (brad francis chrysler, 357 emilio lopez rd nw, los lunas, nm 87031, (505) 866-2900) where it was diagnosed that the transmission intake valve and transmission needed to be repaired. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to another local dealer (melloy dodge, 9621 coors blvd nw, albuquerque, nm 87114, (888) 760-4136) where it was diagnosed that the transmission, air tubing, and intake tubing and retest on the engine needed to be repaired. The manufacturer was notified and did not assist. The failure mileage was 27,864. The VIN was not available.

Filed Jun 25, 2018 · Brakes, Suspension · 60,000 miles · AR

Brakes, pads and rotors were functioning properly at 57k oil change/tire rotation, multipoint inspection at jeep dealership. At 63k right front brake pad, shoe & rotor completely worn, rotor damaged, all beyond use, and require immediate replacement. Left front brake pad, and shoe are not worn, but because of the pressure from the other wheel, need replaced. Screeching sound when letting off the brake continues after both sets of front brake pads, shoes, & rotors are replaced. Fan assembly is lose and hitting other components, unfixable. Fan has to be replaced. . Vehicle top and interior began creaking at 50-60k miles as if unevenly supported by shocks/cv joints/something within the brake/axle/strut/shine/cv/ball joints. Popping noise comes from exterior front when starting out. Letting of the brakes from after a stop or after being parked makes a grinding noise as if creaking under pressure. Also engine light intermittently on, thermostat error but not consistent or able to be rectified by dealership. Cabin temperature, engine temperature, and thermostat functioning normally. Issue remains u resolved. Harsh braking is a security concern.

Filed Oct 2, 2017 · Acceleration, Wheels · 46,000 miles · CA

When I'm driving my vehicle will not speed up. I press on the gas and it keeps going at the same speed. When I brake it pulls, like if I was repeatedly pressing and letting go of the brakes. The wheels have worn out twice, having had new cars before and driving the same roads and distance I know this is not normal. I have fixed my breaks once wich is unusual for how new this car is and now my breaks are making squeaking noise.

Filed Mar 31, 2017 · Electrical, Engine · 3,500 miles · IL

Tl* the contact owns a 2015 jeep renegade. While driving 30 MPH, there was a strong vibration and the vehicle lunged forward without warning. The contact also stated that the vehicle made a grinding noise when shifting gears. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the computer software program needed to be updated for the engine and transmission. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred several other times. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 3,500.

Filed Feb 8, 2017 · Acceleration, Brakes · 1,000 miles · WA

Tl* the contact owns a 2015 jeep renegade. While depressing the brake pedal, a loud squealing noise was present. The vehicle was taken to the dealer on several occasions before the failure was remedied. Also, while driving in reverse, the shifter would erroneously switch to neutral. Eventually, the failure occurred while the vehicle was in drive. The contact indicated that the vehicle would also suddenly surge forward while in the park position. The cause of the failures was not diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The failure mileage was 1,000.