Jeep Patriot complaints by model year
3,362 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.
| Model year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 59 | 7 | 1 | 0 |
| 2016 | 458 | 24 | 8 | 1 |
| 2015 | 315 | 14 | 6 | 1 |
| 2014 | 548 | 31 | 7 | 2 |
| 2013 | 120 | 5 | 2 | 1 |
| 2012 | 354 | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| 2011 | 326 | 20 | 3 | 4 |
| 2010 | 188 | 8 | 3 | 2 |
| 2009 | 275 | 5 | 1 | 1 |
| 2008 | 446 | 7 | 4 | 0 |
| 2007 | 270 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| 2002 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Among the last 15 model years at least five years old; newer years are left out because owners are still filing reports. Every year compared →
Problem areas by model year
Complaints that name each component, 2008–2017. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.
| Component | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 60 | 48 | 18 | 66 | 114 | 25 | 156 | 103 | 224 | 9 |
| Power train | 60 | 51 | 25 | 53 | 63 | 19 | 70 | 50 | 74 | 15 |
| Electrical system | 45 | 33 | 23 | 32 | 44 | 11 | 89 | 63 | 99 | 8 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 89 | 35 | 42 | 29 | 86 | 7 | 41 | 26 | 41 | 2 |
| Air bags | 11 | 7 | 30 | 43 | 57 | 33 | 149 | 20 | 33 | 8 |
| Unknown or other | 36 | 22 | 14 | 35 | 30 | 13 | 64 | 53 | 75 | 15 |
| Suspension | 110 | 53 | 23 | 55 | 12 | 3 | 5 | 8 | 9 | 2 |
| Structure | 88 | 61 | 23 | 51 | 14 | 4 | 14 | 6 | 13 | 2 |
Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Jeep Patriot recalls (11)
Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one Patriot model year, newest first.
| Campaign | Filed | What | Model years | Repaired |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17V824000 | Dec 21, 2017 | Fire Extinguisher May Be Clogged or Inoperable | 2011 | 48.3% |
| 16V907000 | Dec 16, 2016 | Crankshaft Sensor May Fail Causing Engine Stall | 2016 | 79.1% |
| 16V668000 | Sep 15, 2016 | Air Bags/Seat Belt Pretensioners may be Disabled | 2010–2014 | 41.1% |
| 15V878000 | Dec 23, 2015 | Power Steering Hose Clamp Incorrectly Positioned | 2015 | 76.7% |
| 13V552000 | Nov 6, 2013 | Loss of Oil Pressure may result in Engine Stall | 2014 | 87% |
| 13V233000 | Jun 4, 2013 | Delayed Deployment or Non-Deployment of Airbags | 2010, 2011, 2012 | — |
| 13V120000 | Apr 3, 2013 | Fuel Tank Transfer Tube may cause Stall | 2012 | — |
| 12V142000 | Apr 3, 2012 | ROLL-OVER VALVE | 2012 | — |
| 11V315000 | Jun 8, 2011 | STEERING COLUMN | 2011 | — |
| 08V528000 | Oct 9, 2008 | POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE/FUEL PUMP RELAY | 2009 | — |
| 07V196000 | May 7, 2007 | REAR WHEEL HUB MOUNTING BOLTS/FMVSS 135 | 2007 | — |
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. Open a model-year page for each campaign's official text, or check your VIN on NHTSA.
Check on NHTSA ↗Crash-test stars by model year
| Model year | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Tested as |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | ★★★★☆ | 3★ | 5★ | 3★ | suv fwd |
| 2016 | ★★★★☆ | 3★ | 5★ | 3★ | suv 2wd |
| 2014 | ★★★★☆ | 3★ | 5★ | 3★ | suv 2wd |
| 2013 | ★★★★☆ | 3★ | 5★ | 3★ | suv 2wd |
Compare stars only between vehicles of similar size and weight. Source: NHTSA NCAP, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy by model year
EPA combined mpg range across engine and transmission configurations. Your mileage will vary. Source: EPA, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Where to next
Jeep Patriot FAQ
How many recalls has the Jeep Patriot had?
NHTSA lists 11 recall campaigns that cover at least one Jeep Patriot model year from 2002 to 2017. Each campaign card on the model-year pages has NHTSA's official text and the repair completion rate. Only NHTSA's VIN lookup can tell you whether a specific car was repaired.
Which Jeep Patriot year has the most complaints?
Among the last 12 model years with settled counts, the 2014 drew the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (548) and the 2002 the fewest (3). Counts are owner reports, not failure rates, and sales volume affects them.
What are the most common Jeep Patriot problems?
Across the 2008–2017 model years, owners most often name the engine, power train, electrical system in complaints filed with NHTSA.
What mpg does the Jeep Patriot get?
EPA rates the 2017 Jeep Patriot at 21 to 25 mpg combined, depending on engine and transmission.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.