2009 Jeep Patriot Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Patriot years
- About as many complaints as other years 6th of 12 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 191 complaints with NHTSA about the 2009 Jeep Patriot. That ranks 6th out of 12 Patriot model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is structure (48 complaints, 25%), typically at around 75,000 miles. Complaints mention 3 crashes, 1 fire, 3 injuries. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 191owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 3complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2009 Jeep Patriot problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Structure | 48 | 25% | 75,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 38 | 20% | 63,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 37 | 19% | 87,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 35 | 18% | 106,500 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 24 | 13% | 90,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 21 | 11% | 77,750 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 18 | 9% | 86,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 11 | 6% | 98,128 | — | — |
| Steering | 10 | 5% | 62,500 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 7 | 4% | 98,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 6 | 3% | 83,939 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 6 | 3% | 70,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 | 3% | 128,963 | — | — |
| Tires | 4 | 2% | 31,375 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | 2% | 71,000 | — | — |
| Wheels | 3 | 2% | 39,038 | — | — |
| Equipment | 2 | 1% | 14,532 | — | — |
| Interior Lighting | 2 | 1% | 2,641 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 1% | 104,463 | — | — |
| Visibility | 2 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Equipment Adaptive/mobility | 1 | 1% | 32,607 | — | — |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1% | 90,000 | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 1% | 55 | — | — |
| Traction Control System | 1 | 1% | 139,925 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2009 Jeep Patriot recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
Problem: Chrysler is recalling 712 my 2009 sebring, dodge caliber, avenger, journey, jeep patriot, and compass vehicles. A new adhesive used in the power train control module (pcm) manufacturing process can cause the printed circuit board to break.
Risk: This can cause the engine to stall and cause a crash without warning.
Fix: Dealers will replace the pcm free of charge. The recall began on november 10, 2008. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Engine stalls only after filling up gas, resulting in check engine light or oil light turning on. I have taken it to numerous mechanics, who have all given me different answers, with anywhere from issues with EVAP hoses and fuel tank, to the fuel pump, or purge system. Problem was never addressed…
I am submitting this complaint regarding the CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) failure in our Jeep vehicle. We have experienced intermittent transmission issues throughout our entire period of ownership. The CVT has now completely failedâthe vehicle will not shift out of low gear. The RPMs…
My whole front end of my jeep when I stop feels like it's coming out from underneath me
Changed catalytic converter now my car want go over 5 mph
After refueling the vehicle at a gas station, I drive about a 1/4 of a mile and the engine will stall and die. It will immediately restart and when I step on the gas pedal the engine has no power and will stall again. I will start it a third time and then it will run ok until I need to fill-up…
Other Jeep Patriot years
← 2008 Patriot · 2010 Patriot →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 Patriot | 59 | 0 |
| 2016 Patriot | 458 | 1 |
| 2015 Patriot | 315 | 1 |
| 2014 Patriot | 548 | 2 |
| 2013 Patriot | 120 | 1 |
| 2012 Patriot | 354 | 4 |
| 2011 Patriot | 326 | 4 |
| 2010 Patriot | 136 | 2 |
| 2009 | 191 | 1 |
| 2008 Patriot | 186 | 0 |
| 2007 Patriot | 94 | 0 |
| 2002 Patriot | 3 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Jeep Patriot?
Owners most often report structure, suspension, power train problems. The top one, structure, accounts for 48 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2009 Jeep Patriot?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2009 Jeep Patriot a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Patriot model years, the 2009 has about as many complaints as a typical year. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.