Jeep Patriot 4X4 Problems by Year
Jeep Patriot 4X4 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Patriot 4X4 year: 2007, 2008. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2008 Patriot 4X4: 171 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2007 Patriot 4X4: 141 complaints, 1 recall
- 2009 Patriot 4X4: 60 complaints, 0 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Jeep Patriot 4X4 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion System problems | 109 | 4 | 2 |
| Suspension problems | 108 | 4 | 0 |
| Steering | 56 | 4 | 3 |
| Power Train | 52 | 4 | 1 |
| Engine | 50 | 4 | 2 |
| Structure | 49 | 4 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 32 | 4 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 14 | 4 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 14 | 4 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 13 | 4 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 13 | 4 | 1 |
| Wheels | 11 | 4 | 0 |
| Tires | 10 | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 8 | 3 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 7 | 4 | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 7 | 3 | 3 |
| Exterior Lighting | 6 | 3 | 0 |
| Visibility | 6 | 2 | 0 |
| Equipment | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 3 | 1 |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seats | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Jeep Patriot 4X4 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 Patriot 4X4 | 30 | 0 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | Far fewer complaints than other years |
| 2009 Patriot 4X4 | 60 | 0 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | Far fewer complaints than other years |
| 2008 Patriot 4X4 | 171 | 0 | — | Suspension | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2007 Patriot 4X4 | 141 | 1 | — | Suspension | Far more complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Jeep Patriot 4X4 years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2007 (141), 2008 (171) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Patriot 4X4 year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Jeep Patriot 4X4?
Fuel/propulsion System, with 109 complaints across 4 model years.
How many recalls does the Jeep Patriot 4X4 have?
1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.