2010 Jeep Patriot FWD Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Oct 30, 2018 · 22 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Patriot FWD years
Fewer complaints than other years 4th of 4 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 22 complaints with NHTSA about the 2010 Jeep Patriot FWD. That ranks 4th out of 4 Patriot FWD model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is structure (6 complaints, 27%), typically at around 22,000 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2010 Jeep Patriot FWD problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Structure6 · ~22,000 mi
Suspension5 · ~30,431 mi
Power Train4 · ~2,000 mi
Air Bags3 · ~70,000 mi
Unknown or Other3 · ~12,000 mi
Visibility2 · ~16,000 mi
Electrical System1 · ~70,000 mi
Seat Belts1 · ~70,000 mi
Seats1
Steering1 · ~30,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Structure627%22,000——
Suspension523%30,431——
Power Train418%2,000——
Air Bags314%70,000——
Unknown or Other314%12,000——
Visibility29%16,000——
Electrical System15%70,000——
Seat Belts15%70,000——
Seats15%———
Steering15%30,000——
Tires15%———
Vehicle Speed Control15%———
Wheels15%39,625——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2010, with 6 complaints
2010: 6201062011: 5201152012: 3201232013: 2201322014: 1201412015: 1201512016: 1201612017: 2201722018: 120181

n = 22 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2010 Jeep Patriot FWD recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2010 Jeep Patriot FWD.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

When i travel and i want acceleration can't do because turning off and can't move the car. Before was after 70 and now after 55 mph.

Unknown or Other · received Oct 30, 2018 · NHTSA complaint 11144271

Safty recall n01 / nhtsa 13v-233 and s61 / nhtsa 16v-668 i took my 2010 jeep patriot in for the above factory recalls on 11/21/2017 to young chrysler dodge jeep ram of ionia in ionia, mi and was told that they didn't have the parts to fix this recall. I was told i would be contacted when parts were…

Air Bags · received Nov 28, 2017 · NHTSA complaint 11050942

Seatbelt light is constantly on

Air Bags · received Aug 31, 2017 · NHTSA complaint 11020976

While driving on the highway for approximately an hour, going from 65-75 mph, and occasionally using the cruise control, the transmission overheat light turned on. I slowed to about 60 mph and exited at the next off ramp, which was slightly uphill. While in motion, the vehicle lost power. I used…

Power Train · received Jun 14, 2016 · NHTSA complaint 10874069

The tipm on my 2010 jeep patriot (26,515 miles) was diagnosed as faulty resulting in various problems with my jeep, including the temperature gauge and light popping on, vehicle over heating and air conditioner not working properly. Various mechanics suggested i address the problem with…

Unknown or Other · received Jun 10, 2015 · NHTSA complaint 10724517

Other Jeep Patriot FWD years

← 2009 Patriot FWD

YearComplaintsRecalls
2010220
2009 Patriot FWD240
2008 Patriot FWD900
2007 Patriot FWD350

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2010 Jeep Patriot FWD?

Owners most often report structure, suspension, power train problems. The top one, structure, accounts for 6 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2010 Jeep Patriot FWD?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2010 Jeep Patriot FWD a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Patriot FWD model years, the 2010 has fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.