Air Bag Warning Lamp Illumination Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) has been set: ? B0050-1D - Driver Front Buckle Switch - Out of Range (Active or Stored). ? B0050-13 - Driver Front Buckle Switch - Circuit open (Active or Stored). This bulletin involves replacing the inline seat connector.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2017 Jeep Renegade airbags problems
severe 12 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $1,100 · see airbags across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
12
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$1,100
7crashes
9injuries
What stands out
Of the 8 model years of Jeep Renegade we track for airbags problems, this one carries the most owner complaints on file — 12.
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering airbags on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
Air Bag Warning lamp Illumination Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) has been set: ? /B0050-1D - Driver Front Buckle Switch - Out of Range (Active or Stored). ? B0050-13 - Driver Front Buckle Switch - Circuit open (Active or Stored). This bulletin involves replacing the inline seat connector.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Flash: Radio Frequency Hub Module (RFHM) Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the RFHM with the latest available software. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find that the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) has been set:B1053-64 RFHM (Keyless Ignition Node (KIN) Communication) - Signal Plausibility Failure (Software has been updated to better address this DTC). In addition, the customer may notice the following condition(s): Service Passive Entry Light" on cluster and MIL code B1053-64. Vehicle will not shut off with DTC B1053-64. Vehicle may not start with DTC B1053-64. With the ignition i
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Flash: Radio Frequency Hub Module (RFHM) Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the RFHM with the latest available software. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find that the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) has been set:B1053-64 RFHM (Keyless Ignition Node (KIN) Communication) - Signal Plausibility Failure (Software has been updated to better address this DTC). In addition, the customer may notice the following condition(s): Service Passive Entry Light" on cluster and MIL code B1053-64. Vehicle will not shut off with DTC B1053-64. Vehicle may not start with DTC B1053-64. With the ignition i
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Engine Oil Vapor Inlet Tube Modification - P2173-00 - Air Leakage In Manifold (Signal Compare Failure) This bulletin involves installing a modified oil vapor inlet tube. The customer may describe a loss in vehicle performance (engine jerking or limp mode) and/or a malfunction indicator light (MIL) illuminated.The following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC):P2173-00 - Air Leakage In Manifold (Signal Compare Failure).
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
The failure pattern owners describe
Owners describe airbag failures across two distinct scenarios: non-deployment in serious crashes and spontaneous deployment without impact.
Non-deployment cases are the most serious. Multiple owners were in high-impact collisions—head-on crashes, T-bone accidents, highway-speed impacts—where the airbag system never activated despite occupants suffering injuries severe enough to require surgery, hospitalization, and vehicle total-loss declarations. One crash at 60 mph with a rollover sequence, another head-on collision, a T-bone impact, and a sideswipe into a telephone pole all resulted in zero airbag deployment. One owner even notes the vehicle had no prior damage history, regular maintenance, and no warning lights before impact. A manufacturer-appointed investigator claimed deceleration rates prevented deployment, but owners dispute that explanation for high-speed, high-impact scenarios.
One owner reports the opposite problem: all airbags deployed spontaneously at roughly 18 mph while driving straight down a city street with no collision, no rollover, and no vehicle damage beyond the deployed bags. The black box data flagged a rollover sensor event that never occurred. The owner preserved the vehicle and notified FCA USA, but the manufacturer has not inspected it.
Additional complaints include persistent airbag service warnings on the dash with no crash history and false seatbelt/fob alerts, plus one seat airbag deploying during seat adjustment with no impact involved.
Same Jeep Renegade airbags reports on nearby years: 2016
Failure modes owners describe
Airbags fail to deploy in high-impact collisions
Owners report multiple crashes of sufficient severity to cause vehicle totaling, severe injuries requiring hospitalization and surgery, and loss of control scenarios where airbags did not deploy despite impact forces that clearly met deployment thresholds. Cases include head-on collisions at highway speed, T-bone accidents, sideswipes into fixed objects, and multi-vehicle impacts.
When: Mileage ranged from 1,200 to 75,000 miles; failures occurred across various driving conditions and weather
Symptoms owners cite: No airbag deployment in severe frontal collisions; No side curtain airbag deployment in side-impact crashes; No deployment in vehicle rollovers; Vehicles declared total loss but occupants unprotected by airbags
Repairs/costs cited: Vehicles were totaled and towed; no repairs attempted or completed. One third-party investigator attributed non-deployment to deceleration rates, though owners dispute this explanation for high-impact collisions.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer contacted and case numbers filed in some instances; third-party investigation conducted in one case; no recalls or service bulletins mentioned by owners. One owner noted precedent of programming errors in recalled Jeep Grand Cherokees.
Spontaneous airbag deployment without crash
One owner reports all airbags deployed spontaneously at low speed (approximately 18 mph) while driving straight on a city street with no collision, no rollover, and no contact with curbs or obstacles. Vehicle remained in pristine condition aside from deployed airbags. Black box data indicated rollover sensor trigger despite no actual rollover occurring.
When: Specific mileage not stated
Symptoms owners cite: All airbags deployed at low speed with no impact; Vehicle in pristine condition except for deployed airbags; Black box shows rollover incident flagged by sensor; No rollover occurred
Repairs/costs cited: Owner preserved vehicle for manufacturer inspection but manufacturer has not examined it
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: FCA USA notified; manufacturer has not taken steps to inspect vehicle as of complaint date. Owner attributes failure to programming error (citing precedent in recalled Grand Cherokees) or defective factory sensor.
Airbag warning light and false alert messages
Owners report persistent 'SERVICE AIRBAG' and 'SERVICE EMERGENCY BRAKE' warning messages on instrument panel, sometimes accompanied by false seatbelt warnings and incorrect fob key detection alerts. One owner reports airbag service light illuminated with no vehicle damage and no known cause.
When: Timing and mileage not specified by owners
Symptoms owners cite: Airbag service light illuminated; Service emergency brake warning; Seatbelt alert sounds even when belts are fastened; False fob key not in vehicle warnings while driving; No actual crashes or damage preceding alerts
Repairs/costs cited: No repair work mentioned; owners report inability to diagnose root cause
Unintended airbag deployment during seat adjustment
Owner reports driver-side seat airbag deployed spontaneously while adjusting the seat, with no collision or impact occurring.
When: Specific mileage and timing not stated
Symptoms owners cite: Side airbag deployed during seat adjustment
Synthesized from 12 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
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Common questions
How serious is the airbags problem on the 2017 Jeep Renegade?
It's a meaningful issue. 12 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $1,100.
At what mileage does the airbags typically fail?
Across the 9 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most airbags failures cluster between 20,000 and 38,000 miles, with the median around 31,000. A quarter of owners report trouble before 20,000; a quarter make it past 38,000. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $1,100 for airbags repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to airbags?
No active recalls currently cover airbags issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2017/Jeep/Renegade.
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