Jeep Renegade hesitation problems

Filed Jun 3, 2026 · Fuel system · TN

The contact owns a 2018 Jeep Renegade. The contact stated while driving at various speeds and depressing the accelerator pedal on several occasions, the vehicle hesitated, lost motive power and stalled. The RPMS were significantly high during the failure. The vehcile required to be towed on some occasions. The contact stated that the failure occured when the gas tank was below half full. Additionally, the contact stated that while at a complete stop on several occasions, the vehicle stalled inadvertently. The contact stated that the failures mainly occured while driving in significantly hot weather. The vehicle was taken to the dealer on several occasions, but the failure could not be duplicated. The contact stated that the failure had progressively worsened. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the failure was been investigated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and case was filed. The failure mileage was unknown.

Filed Dec 22, 2025 · Lights, Seat belts · FL

am writing to formally report multiple serious issues with my 2019 Jeep Renegade (VIN: [XXX] ). I take good care of my vehicle, but it has been experiencing rough shifts, lurching and jerking during acceleration, loud noises from the engine or transmission, hesitation, unexpected power loss, and it frequently displays a warning that the license plate light is off. Recently, the car overheated and required a water pump replacement, and since then it emits a burning hose smell. Additionally, the driver’s seat does not lock properly, and the radio often turns off and on by itself. These ongoing problems not only compromise the safety, reliability, and proper functioning of my vehicle but also create a significant financial burden. I am requesting an immediate inspection and resolution, and I would appreciate guidance on the next steps or the earliest available appointment for service. A prompt response is important, as these issues pose a serious safety risk while driving. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Mar 27, 2025 · Engine · 108,600 miles · MI

The contact owns a 2017 Jeep Renegade. The contact stated while driving approximately 40-45 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing engine hesitation while driving at various speeds. The vehicle was taken to O'Reilly, Auto Zone, and Advance Auto, where DTC: P0420 was retrieved, and the vehicle was diagnosed with catalytic converter failure. The dealer was contacted and informed the contact that the VIN was not included in a related recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 108,600.

Filed Oct 17, 2024 · Engine, Transmission · 12,000 miles · WA

The contact owns a 2022 Jeep Renegade. The contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing difficulty starting. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle shuddered, lurched, and hesitated to respond while the RPMS were significantly high. The contact stated that the failure recurred while driving from a complete stop. Additionally, they stated that while driving at various speeds and depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle made an abnormal sound and hesitated to respond, causing the braking distance to be extended. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the engine was replaced; however, the failure persisted. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing excessive oil consumption. The contact stated that she had noticed oil leaking onto the ground while driving and while parked. The vehicle was taken to another dealer, Time Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Portland(633 NE 12th Ave, Portland, OR 97232), where it was diagnosed that the engine had failed and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 12,000.

Filed Sep 13, 2024 · Electrical, Suspension · OH

AC wasn’t working properly, replaced parts not working. Fan stopped working and removed fuse box and it worked bad wiring harness affecting all electrical, fire hazard, dealership would rather keep it than me driving because of fire or meltdown situation. Says part to repair has been discontinued. Why? Engine hesitation, transmission when driving with jerk and almost causing vehicle to stop

Filed Jul 30, 2024 · Engine, Transmission · AZ

When attempting to accelerate the vehicle hesitates for several seconds and does not move then lurches forward. It leaves me with no power in the middle of the road or when crossing a highway. It is intermittent but very dangerous. It happens from a stand still and while slowing down and then accelerating. This is a common issue in many Jeep Renegade forums and aftermarket parts are readily available to fix this issue. Why can't Jeep? The aftermarket part was recommended by multiple Jeep Renegade owners as it does adust the tuning and gas pedal response. Why can't Jeep fix this wide spread serious safety issue? How many accidents have happened because of this extreme power turbo lag? The lag is extreme. Far beyond the typical turbo lag. It happens daily.

Filed Jul 11, 2024 · Acceleration, Engine · NY

Go to step on gas to accelerate my jeep it will limp backwards on speed then all of a sudden take off like a rocket, jerking everybody in the car like g force, jerking head & necks, also driving down the road car has several times shut completely off, having me to pull vehicle over to side of road, & restarting the car.I I’ve had radio system shut completely off by itself for no reason. I have had the vehicle in to shop several times, they put on computer system, to recheck and redo computer, they call me to pick it up next day & still jerking like g- force hesitating & taking off like a rocket, took it back three times they said they put power steering fluid in it, well guess what not fixed. I have less than 30k miles on vehicle, & this has been going on since under 11k miles. Now when you stop and put vehicle in park the vehicle jumps forward & backwards, like you slammed your brakes on, several times my car has almost hit my garage door or in a parking garage the wall, or a parked car, the steering is very loose, & touchy, also noise like clunking in the wheel well, my friend said sounds like the springs. the tie rods & wheel bearings have been checked and are fine, now I’m scared the springs may break & drop the car around the wheels. I don’t drive far my town, is 5 minutes away so like 20 miles when I go out, I’m retired so car is just driven to the store or family’s. Sometimes I’m scared to drive it. My fiancé that just passed away sept 2023, said the jerking g/force is something to do with the drive train, transmission. the car shutting off is a dangerous thing to happen when your driving down the highway. I feel this 2020 jeep has a lot of dangerous complications. I’m not sure if someone has gotten seriously hurt yet, but from what I’ve heard a couple of my friends had same problems & traded in & reading people complaints have same problem, power train should be recalled. this car is a big headache, that I can’t afford. I feel you need to replace my car

Filed Jul 2, 2024 · Electrical, Transmission · 60,000 miles · CA

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.

Filed Oct 20, 2023 · Engine · FL

June of 2021 I received an oil consumption recall notice, immediately brought the vehicle into Flagler Chrysler Dodge. Mileage, 20,400. They told me to bring it back in 1000-2000 miles which I did at 22,001 miles, they said it was fine and closed the recall. Shortly thereafter as I was driving my vehicle it would hesitate and by the time I could get it to the dealership within 2 days, I work 2 jobs, it died in the middle of the road. Got it started, brought back to dealership begging them to check the oil explaining the circumstances. The service manager at the time refused to have my oil checked unless I agreed to do an $86.00 oil change. Told him several times I had one with my certified mechanic at 4000 miles prior but still refused, told me I would have to make an appointment and come back to have the oil checked if I didn't do the oil change. At that point I had no choice but to agree to the oil change if I wanted to drive my unsafe vehicle out of there. Fast forward to Atlantic Dodge in St Augustine where I took it afterwards and asked for help. They assured me they could/did start the testing over. It failed the testing twice and because Flagler closed it out Atlantic had to go thru my engine warranty. That began 9/12/22. To date after many visits to the dealership 30 minutes away, pictures, documents etc. I was told in March of this year 2023 that I had been approved for an engine. But again they continued to ask me for copies of my oil changes, come up there to take pics of my engine, send pic of my mileage, vin sticker. I questioned why they needed these things again if I had been approved, the answer was always...they're working on it. On 9/25/23 I sat with and questioned Dan Moreland, service manager. I was told it wasn't my car that was approved in March, it was someone else's. Now told I was denied previous week by Jeep who falsely claimed Atlantic held my car for 30 days! I am [XXX] old driving an unsafe road hazard car and need help! [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORM

Filed Jul 30, 2022 · Acceleration · WI

The Jeep will not accelerate as expected, it may have to do with the throttle bottle. This lack of acceleration or hesitation while accelerating, can lead to unsafe driving conditions. Under normal driving conditions, I need to be able to accelerate to pass a car, to merge onto the freeway, and be able to handle stop and go traffic without hesitation. I am afraid I may cause an accident if I continue to drive the Jeep. I will be biking as much as possible to avoid driving it in this condition. The dealer performed a diagnostic and admitted there was a problem, but I was told there was no know "fix" for it at the time. No one else has inspected the JEEP. There have been no warning lights at all.