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BU platform

2018 Jeep Renegade — 1.4L

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2018 Renegade 1.4L.

Body SUVEngine 1.4LTransmission Manual 6-spd

The 2018 Jeep Renegade 1.4L is a compact SUV built on the BU platform and powered by a 1.4‑liter engine, paired with a six‑speed manual transmission and rated at 24/31/26 mpg EPA. It requires 4.0 qt of 5W‑40 oil, a detail that fits into its maintenance profile. Owner‑reported data show 440 total complaints for the model year, with engine‑related issues leading the list and two recalls recorded, placing the 2018 Renegade below the 2017 peak of 559 complaints but above the 2023 low of 20, indicating a mid‑range position in the model’s reliability trend.

Model year20192018201720162015

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity4.0 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type5W-40OEM · verified
Lug nut torque89 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy24/31/26 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses OE oil filter 04892339BE. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Tire size215/65R16OEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter04892339BE alt 68098254AA
Engine air filter68247339AA
Spark plugSP070507AC alt SP148183AD
BatteryBBH6F001AA alt 68240522AA
Front wiper blades68628204AA alt 68628151AA
Serpentine belt68201163AA alt 04861997AA
Thermostat05047264AB alt 68211424AA
Cabin air filter68535620AA alt 68338536AA

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionManual 6-spd

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length166.9 in
Overall width71.3 in
Overall height65.7 in
Wheelbase101.2 in
Curb weight3190 lb
Track (front / rear)60.6 / 60.6 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)60/40

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined24 / 31 / 26 mpg
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelPremium Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

No 2018 road test on record; the results below are same-engine tests from nearby model years, each shown under its own year.

8.7–8.9 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 8.70 sec — 2015 Sport
160 hpHorsepower (as tested)
184 lb-ftTorque (as tested)
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2015Sport 1.4L Turbo I-48.70 sec16.40 sec160 hpAWD
2015Latitude 1.4L Turbo I-48.90 sec16.60 sec160 hpAWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 4.0 qt of 5W-40 engine oil, Synthetic · 75W-90 · GL-5 in the differential, DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 89 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidMopar ZF Automatic transmission fluid
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity6.4
Brake FluidDOT 4
Differential Gear OilSynthetic · 75W-90 · GL-5
Differential Gear Oil Capacity1.3 qt
Engine CoolantMS-12106
Engine Coolant Capacity5.5
Engine CoolantMS-12106

Engine torques

Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt(s)3.0 ft-lbs
Camshaft Sprocket and/or Gear Bolt(s)89.0 ft-lbs
Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor Bolt(s)15.0 ft-lbs
Oxygen (O2S) Sensor Bolt(s)37.0 ft-lbs
Knock Sense (KS) Bolt(s)20.6 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts9 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts9 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts25 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts89 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub148.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Spark Plug ManufacturerJeep
Spark Plug Gap.047 in
Spark Plug Torque20 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR1234yf
Refrigerant Capacity1.00 lbs

Service checks

Engine Compression100

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier TorqueFront: 20; Rear: 26
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt TorqueFront: 122; Rear: 42
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness after RefinishFront: .953; Rear: .394
Maximum Rotor Runout.000 when measured on vehicle.

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Rear Wheel Hub — tightening sequence 1 stages
152.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 47.0 degrees. Do nut re-use hub nut.52 ft. lbs
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 2 stages
115.0 ft. lbs.15 ft. lbs
290.0
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
115.0 ft. lbs., Step 2:11015 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 4 stages

Prep Do not reuse old bolts. Coat new bolts with engine oil. Tighten all bolts to finger tight then continue on with the following procedure.

115.0 ft. lbs.15 ft. lbs
222.0 ft. lbs.; Do not use a torque wrench for steps 3 and 422 ft. lbs
390 degrees90 degrees
490 degrees90 degrees
Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 2 stages
122.0 ft. lbs.22 ft. lbs
251.0
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts — tightening sequence 2 stages
1Tighten in Sequence11 ft. lbs
2Tighten in Sequence an additional 30
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 3 stages

Prep Bolts stamped b or 6

111.0 ft. lbs.11 ft. lbs
220.0 ft. lbs.20 ft. lbs
345.0 degrees; Bolts stamped m45 degrees
111.0 ft. lbs.11 ft. lbs
233.0 ft. lbs.33 ft. lbs
345.0
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs — tightening sequence 3 stages

Prep 180 mm bolts

111.0 ft. lbs.11 ft. lbs
224.0 ft. lbs.24 ft. lbs
390.0 degrees; 185 mm bolts90 degrees
111.0 ft. lbs.11 ft. lbs
222.0 ft. lbs.22 ft. lbs
390.0

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 10,000 mi; spark plugs every 100,000 mi; coolant every 10,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 10,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

At 10,000 miBody Latches, Locks & Hinges (lubricate) · Windshield Washer System (inspect) · Windshield Wiper Blade (inspect)
Every 10,000 miBattery (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level) · Engine Coolant System Hoses (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill)
Every 20,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Body Latches, Locks & Hinges (lubricate) · Brake Line (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Fuel Line (inspect) · Suspension System (inspect)
Every 30,000 miEngine Air Filter Element (replace)
Every 40,000 miDifferential (inspect fluid level) · Transfer Case Assembly (inspect fluid level)
Every 100,000 miPCV Valve (inspect) · Spark Plugs (replace)
At 150,000 miDrive Belt Tensioner (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill) · Timing Belt (replace)

Owner how-tos

Condensed service procedures for routine maintenance. Procedures that require dealer diagnostic equipment are identified and summarized only.

Common procedures

Key fob — remote (RKE) programming programming new fob buttons Dealer tool OEM · verified
Tool requiredDRBIII scan tool (dealer / locksmith)
WhyTransmitter codes are written into the receiver in the passenger door module
Anti-theft (SKIS) — module initialization after immobilizer module replacement Dealer tool OEM · verified
When neededAfter Sentry Key Immobilizer Module (SKIM) replacement
Tool requiredDRBIII scan tool
Also requiredThe vehicle's four-digit PIN code

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

In the federal complaint record, 2018 shows 440 complaints, which is lower than the 559 recorded in 2017 but higher than the 77 complaints reported in 2019. Recalls for 2018 are 2, matching the 2016 level and below the 3 recalls in 2019 and 2020, indicating relatively modest safety actions for that model year. The total safety‑related components (268) fall between the 218 recorded in 2017 and the 328 in 2019, suggesting a mid‑range exposure compared with neighboring years. Complaints specific to fire and crash incidents total 8 and 16 respectively, figures that are present but not disproportionate within the dataset. Because the 2018 model experiences fewer complaints and recalls than the peak 2017 year yet more than the low‑complaint later years, it represents a reasonable, though not optimal, used‑vehicle option.

2
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
268
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
440
Owner complaints
16 involved a crash · 8 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★
Frontal★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 440 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Engine83
Unknown Or Other45
Electrical System41
Fuel/Propulsion System25
Engine,Fuel/Propulsion System20
Electrical System,Engine15
Power Train14
Power Train,Engine13

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 2 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

18V731000Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel PumpReported 17/10/2018

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Jeep Renegade 4X2 flex fuel/E85 vehicles equipped with a 2.4L engine. In certain operating conditions such as high power demand in conjunction with high altitude… Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began April 26, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at…

18V524000Electrical System:Wiring:Front UnderhoodReported 09/08/2018

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Renegade, Compass and Grand Cherokee, RAM 1500 and Promaster, Fiat 500x, Dodge Journey, Challenger, Charger and Durango and Chrysler 300x vehicles, 2017-2018 Jeep… Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began October 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 268 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
S1408000384 REV.J2026-03-04Electrical SystemStart Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State…
S1408000384 REV.I2026-02-14Electrical SystemStart Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State…
S25240000122025-10-07Unknown Or OtherHigh Voltage Air Conditioning Refrigerant Dye
91006682025-09-16Electrical SystemVerify "Z" part number availability. Order a "Z" part number for all Exchange Orders…
31-001-25 REV. B2025-08-16StructureAluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2018 Renegade 1.4L take?

4.0 qt of 5W-40 Meeting Chrysler standard MS-12991 or equivalent., per the factory manual.

Does the 2018 Renegade have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the 1.4L get?

EPA figures are 24 city / 31 highway / 26 combined mpg.