[puddlesplasher]

DodgeBoy that was an excellent link. I found it a very interesting read.

 

[0ldgeezer]

I purchased a used 2015 Jeep Renegade and have had it for 2 years now. It has the 1.4 L Turbo. SInce I have had the vehicle it has had a number of unusual problems which a re-flash of the computer fixed. But the biggest problem is the 3 times now, the oil just evaporates between oil changes. I have had the oil disappear from the dipstick and had to add oil right away. The low pressure light only comes on when the oil is completely gone. I would think it would come on sooner to prevent driving without oil. The dealer where I purchased the Truck, tells me there is nothing wrong each time I have it checked, when the oil run out. It seems to be an intermittent problem without any pattern. Has anyone else had this problem or is it just that I am too picky about oil consumption?

 

[DynoDave]

Welcome aboard Oldgeezer.

This is the first complaint I've read about oil consumption on the 1.4L. If it is intermittent in nature, I would think there might be an issue in the PCV system, though I admittedly know nothing about crank case venting on the 1.4L.

 

[puddlesplasher]

Many topics have been created about Jeeps losing oil. I came across an explanation and it may have been on YouTube (wish I had saved it) and the reasoning was the viscosity (thickness) of the oil. In Jeeps it was suggested that they are running on very thin oil. When it heats up in the engine it has a tendency to evaporate hence you end up with a low oil reading on a regular basis.

It was intimated that newer, modern, lightweight engines need the light oil to run efficiently as opposed to the old heavyweight 4x4s of ages past that used quite thick oil.

I am unsure if that theory can stand up to normal reasoning. So my question would then be if it's evaporating and the engine system is closed then where is escaping to.

Thankfully I have never experienced oil loss and only replaced the oil recently. I have the Renegade Longitude manual 2.0L 4x4 Diesel with around 37,000 miles. Perhaps the different model is making a difference?

Sorry I cannot be of any more use

 

[mrmagoo]

Just to add to this discussion. I have a 2018 2.4L Renegade Limited have put 2.5 quarts of oil in it in the first 5000 miles. Took it to the dealership they changed the oil and it is currently undergoing an oil consumption test. Will keep this community updated as the process progresses. Don't put a lot of miles on my new cars. Especially since we are under stay home times.

 

[JustSynthetic.com]

Hey Everyone,
Oil Consumption Inspection Recall W80 2015 2.4L models
I got mine to the dealership even though I run AMSOIL, I was asked about oil loss in 1500-1700 miles, and has it been below the add line upon checking. I have 117K on it and beat the hell out of it as an everyday driver and some months it drops a little over 3 mos. So a UV dye kit was put in the oil and they marked all the drain plugs, filter, fill cap, and dipstick with a UV marker to make sure no tampering over the next 1500 miles. If below add line it's a New engine per Jeep. At least I will get a nice loaner for a week or two unless it takes longer with parts issues. And I get another 5yr/100K on the new engine. No sweat off my Renegade! Always change your OIL.

 

[minelabbob]

i just received notice from jeep they are now going to try a computer program in regards to oil consumption. what
this is going to do NO IDEA! you would think valve seal/ piston ring fix. something mechanical ? i did try using
5w30 and it has slowed oil consumption down. but could be a combo of cold weather and heaver oil.
going to dealer Saterday for the program

 

[Hoosier Driver]

Has anyone noted any engine oil consumption in their Renegade 2.4 engine?

When my car was delivered it had 190 miles, part of that was because my local dealer didn't have the color we wanted so they picked it up from another dealer. Anyway the oil level was about 1/2 between full and add marks. Maybe the engine wasn't filled at the factory? I added enough oil to bring it to the full mark.

The car now has 2800 miles, I have checked the oil several times since it was filled, yesterday I noticed it was about 1/3 down from the fill mark.

I realize that isn't a big problem but I haven't experienced that much oil use on my last several new vehicles. I also realize the oil consumption may decrease after break-in.

That said, I know most new cars now require very little or no break-in miles.

Clifton

Hello All,
I have a 2018 and 2017 Jeep Renegade, this post is for the 2018. 3 days ago in the morning first drive my Jeep stalled at a stop sign and took 2 tries to restart and was fine the entire day. Unfortunately happen the next 3 days in a row. I checked online and saw many posts concerning this issue with multiple fixes. I called the dealer and because I have 43k miles and out of warranty they said just to look at it would cost $150.00. I spoke to a friend who has a Jeep compass and he said his wife had the same issue and the fix when they took it to the dealer was the oil was low, they topped off the oil and the Jeep was fine. He was told to watch the oil level. I was going to check my oil just didn’t get to it and when I did it was about 2 to 2.5 quarts low which was crazy because I had only put 4K miles on it since last oil change. Needless to say topped off the oil last night and drove it this morning with no issues, I will see if it acts up the next couple mornings and if not GREAT! But this is a bunch of BS that the Jeep is consuming .5 quarts of oil every 1k miles.
I hope this helps someone else out and sorry for long story.

 

[DogsRule]

Reading through a friend's Subaru Crosstrek 2.0L owner's manual and it had a few lines about how 1 qt oil in 1200 miles is acceptable as well.
Have we gone so low that this is acceptable?

 

[FiatPower]

My guess is that in an attempt to improve efficiency and reduce friction, they've all been pushing the limits of manufacturing tolerances with things like low tension rings, light weight pistons with no skirts, very thin oil and tight clearances, etc. Sometimes things don't work out....

Hyundai just paid for a new short block on my son's 2013 Elantra with 110k miles on it because of catastrophic piston slap.

 

[Lyndsey]

I have a 2019 Renegade 2.4L with 17,845 miles on it. The second oil change showed irregular oil consumption so I had to do the oil consumption test and had to come back every 1,500 - 1,700 miles and they showed "normal". The tech told me any amount of oil lost to him was problematic, but to Jeep it was "within the standards". I was 500 miles over for my next oil change, checked the oil and the dip stick showed it was dangerously low. I called to schedule an oil change and added some oil immediately.
The dealership thinks this is normal that in 5 months/5,000 miles my car should consume/burn all the oil in my car. Now we are back to doing the consumption test at 1,500 - 1,700 miles and I guess, hoping that something abnormal shows up so that I don't have to continue doing this for the rest of the life of this car. No warning lights came on. They asked if my car stalled when turning the corners, so they seem to be aware of the issues, they just won't do anything. They also told me not to add any oil if needed between the tests, but to call them and bring it in. Who has all this time?!? It took 3 hours for this oil change today.

 

[Spudster]

Took my 2016 Renegade into the dealer for the followup of the W80 2.4L Tigershark Oil Consumption Inspection. On the first visit they changed the oil and instructed me to return in 1500-1700 miles. I checked before I went in and it has consumed 1-1/2 qt in 1680 miles.

They informed me the oil consumption was out of spec and there were going to replace the engine. I now have a rental car and hopefully the engine replacement will be done in 7-10 days.

 

[Lyndsey]

A month later and not yet to 1,500 miles I check my oil and YEP, below the safe level. I call the dealership to tell them because they specifically told me not to add any oil. I take it in yesterday morning and they tell me they'll have my car ready or a loaner when I'm ready to leave work. They tell me the oil is low, there are all sorts of codes (no lights were on on the dash) and they haven't finished running all the tests at 3:45 and they don't have a loaner. They COULD top off the oil, but that we would have to start the whole process over again but that with all these codes they don't think it's safe to drive. I leave work in 45 minutes and have NO VEHICLE to get home.

On top of all this I have my son's graduation this weekend and their loaner cars can't go out of state. So now I wait to see what they say is actually wrong. Oye.

 

[Shenanigan]

My dealership wants to do an oil consumption test? At 6400km, took it to the dealership because hubby checked the oil and it was super low. Dealership took a look at it and suggested that I get an "oil consumption test". They topped up the oil and ask that I bring it back to them after 1000km.

Is this a situation that others have had done?

I was also told to do this test. The dealership says the manufacturer states that the renegade is supposed to consume 1 quart of oil per 1000. Miles. This is not true. I had them perform the test twice. They checked my oil levels at 1500 miles use and they determined that it was a defective engine. I have the 2.4L. 2018 Renegade. I am now waiting on my new engine. Be sure they do these tests before your power train warranty runs out. My new engine will be no cost but I had to push the issue for two years. A little knowledge about your vehicle is a must to get them to do the right thing. You won’t see major oil consumption until around 30-40,000 miles. It gets worse. Have them replace it if possible.

 

[BeepBeepJeep]

have a 2018 Renegade. How do i know if mine is included in this recall?
2 months ago, my jeep started stalling while driving. no dash lights. no warning lights. i was NOT due for my next oil change yet--had about 1500 miles to go for my 5000 visit.

I took it to my local shop and i WAS 2.5 QTS OF OIL LOW!!! WHAT THE ##@@$$

Where can i check my VIN to see if my jeep is included?
Thanks

 

[Shenanigan]

My dealership wants to do an oil consumption test? At 6400km, took it to the dealership because hubby checked the oil and it was super low. Dealership took a look at it and suggested that I get an "oil consumption test". They topped up the oil and ask that I bring it back to them after 1000km.

Is this a situation that others have had done?

I have had this test performed on my 2018 Ren 3 times. My engine stalled on me without warning before the very first oil change was due. No one from the dealership warned me of this very damaging possibility. The first test passed their miles driven specs between 1500-1700. I requested that the test be performed after their suggested miles driven and another test was done. They did not test oil consumption after the 1500-1700 miles as I requested and my Ren failed their test. When the shop placed the order for an engine repair, Chrysler answered by requesting a third oil consumption test be performed. My Ren "passed" the third test and Chrysler denied an engine repair on my Vehicle. I believe this was intentional as I ended up having to hire a lawyer after fighting them for two years alone about this matter. I have spoken to several members affiliated with Chrysler and none of them are willing to do the right thing. It is now my firm belief that Stellantis, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles FCA North America Holdings LLC and all affiliated have full knowledge of this life threatening engine failure. If the 2.4L engines were supposed to burn 1 quart of oil per 1000 miles as they have tried to convince me, then every single engine of this model would do so. They don't. It is absolutely disgusting that these companies even try to make such a claim. When you have the test done, be sure to make it known that you want ot have the test performed once more after their specified miles driven. The issue lies there and they know this. Be sure to have the dealership note on your paperwork that you have requested this. I have made the request more than once. Documented on paperwork. We as consumers cannot allow this behavior from these companies. Their lack of action to a problem they are very aware of is more than appalling. Big business once again showing where they priorities lie! They basically are telling consumers to go F**k themselves with their blatant disregard to this matter. I truly do wish you the best of luck on this!

 

[Shenanigan]

I should hope not.

My 2018 Ren burned all but .5 quarts before it hit 3000 miles. I am now at 62,000-ish miles and it continues to burn nearly all the oil. Chrysler refuses to perform tests requested. I hope you continue to see less and less oil used!

 

[Shenanigan]

I checked mine looked to be about a quart and half low dealer ship told me that is in normal spec when I asked for that in writing they refused and told me to go buy and add it if I think it is low and that if the engine is damaged because of low oil that would be my fault and not covered under warranty. 6000 miles eats a quart and half of oil at $10 a quart is "normal"? I so can not wait for my lemon law case to be finished.This may turn me away from all Jeep/Fiat products if there customer care is this bad. They even told me I checked it the wrong way so I found on the disc how to check it properly it is still low.


Checking Oil Level
To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at regular intervals, such as every fuel stop. The best time to check the engine oil level is approximately five minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off. Do not check oil level before starting the engine after it has sat overnight. Checking engine oil level when the engine is cold will give you an incorrect reading.

Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground, and approximately five minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off, will improve the accuracy of the oil level readings. Maintain the oil level between the range markings on the dipstick. The safe range is indicated by a crosshatch zone. Adding 1 quart (0.9 Liters) of oil when the reading is at the low end of the indicated range will result in the oil level at the full end of the indicator range.

They won't provide that in writin because they know it to be false.

 

[Maynard]

This is my first post, not only on this forum but for any forum on a Jeep. I see that our 2020 Renegade has the same issues, I see many others have the same issues. Our is still under warranty and at this time, it's not looking good. Low oil pressure light went on, took it to the dealer and it did not go on for them. My wife had it go on nonstop in traffic, she called me and I told her to put it in park, it stopped and she was able to drive home. I spoke to the manufacturer and they said they would get back with me, it's been almost one week. Starting yesterday, I began to research online about this problem, I see it's very common. I was told that if I bring it back in and the light does not go on, they will charge me. I told him that it must be IN DRIVE with the AC on, he puts the key in the ignition while standing, starts the car and tells me the light is not on, I then explained a 2nd time the conditions needed, he said the shop would do that. At the end of the day they said they were not able to get the light to go on and said their lead mechanic wanted to drive it home for the night with a 100 mile round trip, that's when I explained for the 3rd time the conditions needed and the car does not need to leave their lot to replicate. They drove it for 20 miles and still said it would not come on. Just this morning I began to realize what may be happening so I did a quick white glove test on what is coming out of the end of tailpipe. Very black and oily, tested one of our other cars with more miles and it was much cleaner. My options? See my neighbor, their family owns the local Ford dealer, bye bye Jeep for good. My other option was to take it to a dealer 20 miles away so they can tell me the light is not on. BEST OPTION? Jeep simply needs a computer programming upgrade to show that the light did in fact come on, perhaps they had it and turned it off, I don't know. Last option is too easy but very undesirable to me, that is a Class Action lawsuit. These cars have all the makings for it, we will simply need more people with cars under warranty and we will need them in different US States. If any such action has begun, we need to publish it and get more on board. Do all due diligence before buying these cars, good day.

 

[Maynard]

Forgot to mention, our car is now parked in the garage and will not be driven until this is settled.

The most unsettling part of it is that I have no way to prove this is happening and this is NOT a fault of mine.

I offered to take pictures and do a video showing it, I even offered to make an uninterrupted video with the VIN number and license plate of the car and the dealer said they cannot accept that as proof.