Jeep Patriot Complaints

3,365 consumer complaints on file.

#11478110August 8, 2022
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
After filling fuel tank to full, cranking the ignition, shifting into drive, and beginning propulsion, the engine will occasionally stall. This requires me to stop, shift into park, and restart and rev the engine to prevent it from happening again, which it sometimes does. This malfunction often takes place in high-traffic areas such as intersections or onramps to the freeway.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11478206August 8, 2022
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
The contact owns a 2009 Jeep Patriot. The contact stated that the vehicle front subframe was corroded. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic and was informed that the front subframe needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that in July 2022, the vehicle was taken to a tire shop and the contact was informed that the rear subframe was corroded. The contact called the local dealer and made them aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 141,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11478066August 7, 2022
ENGINE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
It started acting up Feb 1, 2020 not long after I bought it (Nov 8 2019). It would work, then it wouldn't. It is a hazard to drive because it stalls out or chugs along at a snail's pace until you can pull off the road to shut it down and restart it hoping it accelerates. It is still an issue (Aug 2022). I have not been able to drive it for 2 years even though I am still paying on it because it is just not safe for myself or others on the road. It is a hazard all the way around. I keep checking for recalls, but the sites say there are none. However, finally there may be a ray of hope in solving this awful mess. I just got an email last week from CarComplaints.com about this same issue. It listed the 2016 Jeep Patriot as having that issue and being recalled. The Manufactured dates listed there are May 9, 2016 to July 15, 2016. My door sticker says build date 7-16 MDH 071000 486AA. How do I get this looked at and fixed under the recall? I have NOT driven it since August 26, 2020. It is now Aug 7, 2022. I am still paying on this and can't drive it because it is unsafe to travel anywhere chugging along and being a hazard.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11477735August 5, 2022
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:CRANK/CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR
The contact owns a 2015 Jeep Patriot. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle temporarily lost motive power. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the failure had been reoccurring increasingly while driving at various speeds. The contact stated that the vehicle lost motive power. The contact veered to the side of the road and was able to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the crankshaft position sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 79,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11476764July 31, 2022
STRUCTURE:BODY
The rear subframe has completely rusted out. It actually broke due to the rust.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11476790July 31, 2022
POWER TRAIN
Engine stalls & loses momentum, stutters. Crankshaft sensor.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11476711July 30, 2022
ENGINE
The catalytic converter failed. It had to be replaced.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11476712July 30, 2022
ENGINE
The catalytic converter failed. It had to be replaced.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11476448July 29, 2022
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
While driving in heavy traffic, there was a Red light and attempted to slow the vehicle. The engine started to jerk forward and the RPMs were increasing without my foot on the accelerator! My foot was on the brake! I was able to turn into a gas station to get to a safer place to park the vehicle. While attempting to park in a parking space the vehicle continued to accelerate by itself, again my foot was applied to the brake pedal. I was literally fighting to stop the vehicle and almost ran into the barrier where customers were walking. Once turning off the vehicle and restarting the engine, it was operating correctly while I’m reverse. I then shifted into drive, and the vehicle lunged forward and the engine accelerated by itself. It drove up to 45 miles per hour without my foot on the accelerator and foot resting on the brake pedal. A complete stop was a fight, as soon as there was any brake pedal release the engine lunged forward.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11476480July 29, 2022
STRUCTURE:BODY
My subframe cracked in half which caused my tire to blow out on the highway. It almost caused me to crash into the gardrail and potentially other cars. My jeep has 110k miles on it and now it’s not safe to drive.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11476482July 29, 2022
AIR BAGS
The contact owns a 2014 Jeep Patriot. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the driver’s side air bag warning light remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed that the driver’s side air bag was faulty and needed to be replaced. No further information was available. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 108,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11476248July 28, 2022
SEATS
The passenger headrest with the active restraint system popped open yesterday 7/27/22. This vehicle has not been in any accidents or any reason for it to open. When investigating, the plastic piece that holds the latch was broken. The safety concern is if it happens on the driver side while the driver is actually driving the car, it can cause injury to the driver as well as potential for car accidents to happen.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11476365July 28, 2022
SERVICE BRAKES
ON JUN 1 2022, MY ABS LIGHT CAME ON , THEN THE BRAKES CAME ON WITHOUT ME APPLYING THEM SEVERAL TIMES, I CALLED THE DEALER SAWYER MOTORS ,AND THE SERVICE MANAGER. SAID THIS HAS HAPPENED BEFORE WITH THIS MODEL TO OTHER CUSTOMERS. I AM A CERTIFIED MECHANIC ALSO SO I PULLED THE FUSES FOR THE ABS SYSTEM SO THE BRAKES WILL NOT COME ON WITHOUT ME APPLYING THEM . THAT STOPPED THE PROBLEM BUT NOW I HAVE NO CRUIZE CONTROL, SPEEDOMETER, OR BACK UP LIGHTS. I CHECKED THE REAR RIGHT WHEEL BEARING HUB AND THE SPEED SENSOR HAD COME OUT OF A WEAK POORLY DESIGNED THIN HOLDING CLAMP ON THE REAR WHEEL HUB. MOST CARS HAVE A MORE SECURE WAY OF HOLDING THIS SENSOR TO THE REAR HUB NOT A THIN SHEET METAL CLIP WHICH RUSTS Away and the sensor just falls out....! causing all these problems and the safety issue.. NOW THE WhOLE HUB HAS TO BE REPLACED AT SEVERAL HUNDRED DOLLARS COST.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11475753July 25, 2022
SUSPENSION
Engine Crossmember erosion very dangerous to drive. FCA extended warranty will NOT cover. Did not receive a letter of warning that was sent out to thousands.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11475603July 24, 2022
AIR BAGS, SERVICE BRAKES, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Airbag light , traction control light ,abs light , brake light all are on
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11475470July 23, 2022
SUSPENSION, STRUCTURE:BODY
Front and rear crossmembers are rusted through. Replaced front subframe for $1008.00 in 2021. Available for inspection. Could come to a complete stop if it breaks. Confirmed by independent service center. Not inspected yet. Front squeak heard 2021. Rear squeak heard 2022. This is my 2nd jeep patriot & both jeeps front & rear crossmembers are rusted through breaking apart.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11474863July 20, 2022
SUSPENSION
I took Jeep 2011with only 77,000 miles on it in for new brakes and was told that the REAR SUB FRAME and CROSS MEMBER BAR are completely RUSTED OUT and that it needs to be replaced. according to my own online research this seems to be a VERY COMMON PROBLEM with Jeeps. Perhaps this warrants a recall. Thank you.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11474239July 16, 2022
ENGINE
While traveling at approximately 45 mph the engine light came on my jeep decreased on speed and it wouldn’t go any faster than 30 mph. The engine started shaking/jerking then the engine light flashed on and off very quickly. Was able to Pull to the side of the road car completely stalled out just as I put it in park. This incident also occurred 2 weeks after having the catalytic converter replaced due to emissions recall and it was jerking. I had to have emit towed
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11474029July 15, 2022
STRUCTURE:BODY
My rear subframe is completely rusted through. It is available for inspection. It has been confirmed by an independent service center. Warranties were issued to 2007 owners or 10 years old. 3 years ago I noticed a squeek in the trunk. Was told it was struts so I had them replaced. Now the vehicle knocks and squeaks so bad it has to sit until I can afford to replace subframe.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11473951July 14, 2022
UNKNOWN OR OTHER, SUSPENSION
The subframe and rear cross members are extremely rusted and corroded, resulting in the vehicle being unsafe to drive. While there appears to be a ten year extended warranty covering the repair of this problem, apparently not every 2012 Jeep Patriot qualifies for extended warranty which only applies vehicles manufactured at only certain locations. According to FCA customer care the extended warranty does not attach my VIN number, although the rust and corrosion problem is identical to the damage repaired for other Jeep Patriots.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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