2022 Jeep Renegade Problems: 1 Issues Every Owner Should Know
2022 model year · 578+ owner reports · Updated April 2026
According to Au7o's analysis of 578+ owner reports, the 2022 Jeep Renegade has 1 documented known issues. No issues are rated critical, indicating generally reliable ownership. The most commonly reported issue is ZF 9-Speed Automatic Transmission Harsh Shifting / Stalling with 578 owner reports. Across all issues, repair costs range from $0 to $2,000. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.
All 1 Known Issues
On the 2015-2023 Jeep Renegade, the ZF 9HP48 9-speed automatic transmission suffers from delayed shifts, harsh gear changes, unexpected stalling, and confusion at low speeds. NHTSA recall covered 329,540 vehicles for insufficient crimps in the transmission wire harness that could cause unexpected shift to neutral. The transmission struggles with shift logic at low speeds, causing a jerky driving experience. TSBs in 2017 addressed bumps in 4th gear and harsh 4-5 upshifts.
Common Symptoms
- Harsh shifting especially 1-2 and 2-3
- Transmission shifts to neutral unexpectedly
- Jerky low-speed driving
- Delayed gear engagement from park
- Bump or lurch in 4th gear
- Vehicle stalls at low speed
How to Fix
Dealer TCM and PCM software reflash to latest calibration is the first step (free under TSB). If recall applies, dealer will reprogram powertrain and transmission control modules and replace transmission range sensor wiring harness if necessary. For persistent issues, a transmission fluid change with correct ZF fluid (Mopar 68218925AB) and adaptive reset may help. In rare cases, valve body replacement needed ($1,200-2,000).
What Owners Are Using
Parts and tips from 578+ owners who fixed this issue
- UpgradeUse only Mopar ZF 9-speed ATF (68218925AB) for fluid changes - incorrect fluid worsens shift quality (Mopar #68218925AB)
- TipDemand the latest TCM calibration from your dealer - multiple software updates have been released to improve shift quality
- TipSome owners report improved shifting after switching to manual/sport mode in stop-and-go traffic