2014 Jeep Patriot Engine Problems
Owners have filed 156 complaints with NHTSA about engine problems on the 2014 Jeep Patriot, 28% of all complaints for this model year. Half of the reports with a mileage happened before 59,958 miles. The words owners use most often: “throttle body” (17% of reports).
- 156engine complaints
- 59,958median miles at failure
- 3mention a crash
- 2mention an injury
- 1related recalls
- 45%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Throttle body: mentioned in 26 of 156 complaints (17%)
- Traction control: mentioned in 13 of 156 complaints (8%)
At what mileage do engine problems happen?
Based on 129 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 156 complaints, 3 mention a crash, 2 a fire, 2 an injury.
Jeep Patriot engine complaints by model year
| Model year | Engine complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Patriot | 9 | 15% | 22,628 |
| 2016 Patriot | 224 | 49% | 58,080 |
| 2015 Patriot | 103 | 33% | 50,744 |
| 2014 Patriot | 156 | 28% | 59,958 |
| 2013 Patriot | 25 | 21% | 48,000 |
| 2012 Patriot | 114 | 32% | 42,700 |
| 2011 Patriot | 66 | 20% | 68,500 |
| 2010 Patriot | 15 | 11% | 49,000 |
| 2009 Patriot | 35 | 18% | 106,500 |
| 2008 Patriot | 30 | 16% | 110,200 |
| 2007 Patriot | 16 | 17% | 92,500 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (1)
Engine
Problem: Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2013 Dodge Avenger and Chrysler 200, and model year 2014 Jeep Compass and Patriot vehicles equipped with 2.4L engines. Due to abrasive debris in the balance shaft bearings, these engines may have a loss of engine oil pressure, possibly resulting in an engine stall or engine failure.
Risk: If the engine stalls while driving it may increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the engine balance shaft module, free of charge. The recall began on December 24, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N52.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
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On a fateful day, I, [XXX] , found myself in a harrowing situation on the interstate. While driving, my car unexpectedly flipped over, tumbling four times before coming to a jarring stop. The chaos began when my engine backfired violently, which was followed by the alarming sight of smoke rising…
The contact owns a 2014 Jeep Patriot. While the contactâs daughter was driving at approximately 55 MPH, the vehicle suddenly lost motive power and decelerated unintendedly. During the failure, the power steering, brake assist, and the check engine warning lights illuminated. The driver was able…
Frequently asked questions
Do all 2014 Jeep Patriots have engine problems?
No. NHTSA has 156 owner complaints about engine for the 2014 Jeep Patriot (28% of the 548 complaints for this model year). Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the 2014 Jeep Patriot engine?
Yes: 1 safety recall list engine. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
At what mileage do engine problems start?
The median reported mileage is 59,958 miles: half of the reports with a mileage came before that.
What do owners say about engine problems on the 2014 Jeep Patriot?
The most frequent phrase is “throttle body”, in 26 of 156 complaints, followed by “traction control” (13).
Other 2014 Jeep Patriot problems
See all 2014 Jeep Patriot problems or engine problems across all Patriot years.