Jeep Patriot Engine Problems
Owners have filed 793 complaints with NHTSA about engine problems on the Jeep Patriot across 11 model years. The 2016 model year has the most (224). The words owners use most often: “throttle body” (8% of reports).
- 793engine complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 10mention a crash
- 7mention an injury
- 2related recalls
- $940typical repair cost reported by owners
- 41%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 61 of 793 complaints (8%)
- Engine stalled: mentioned in 47 of 793 complaints (6%)
How much does it cost to fix?
Owners who wrote down what they paid or were quoted put the typical engine repair on the Jeep Patriot at $940, and half of them between $660 and $1,250.
Based on 10 NHTSA complaints about this problem alone that state a repair bill or quote (2018–2024), converted to 2026 dollars with the U.S. consumer price index. These are owners' own figures, not a quote: they include dealer quotes, and owners who file complaints often faced larger repairs, so they can run higher than typical shop prices. Prices vary by shop, region and warranty coverage. How we calculate this.
At what mileage do engine problems happen?
Based on 587 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 793 complaints, 10 mention a crash, 9 a fire, 7 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 (2)
Engine and engine cooling:engine
Model years: 2016
Problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Dodge Journey, Jeep Compass, and Jeep Patriot vehicles manufactured May 9, 2016, to July 15, 2016. The crankshaft or camshaft sensor may only work intermittently, causing the engine to stall.
Risk: If the engine stalls, there is an increased the risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the crankshaft or camshaft sensor connector, free of charge. The recall began February 8, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S89.
Engine
Model years: 2014
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.
One month ago while driving on Business US10, the vehicle had the sensation like the engine had stopped no acceleration, lightning bolts and engine light came on with a sound of a ding ding, ding. Pulled over to the entrance of a Shell station. Shut the vehicle off. restarted within 5 minutes and…
My 2016 Jeep Patriot is cutting off while Iâm driving on the highway at 65 mph. The lights on the dashboard are on and for no apparent reason. Now my radio system is cutting on and off sporadically.Rendering my satellite radio and hands free use of my phone useless. Iâve been told that my car…
dashboard light flash, airbag light on and off
Last year (2025) we were on a trip to Minneapolis, MN when our vehicle randomly stalled out on us. It would allow us to start it up again immediately, but stalled again shortly after. Each time it stalled, the dash lights would pop up and the engine would immediately stall and die. We had the car…
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…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Jeep Patriots have engine problems?
No. NHTSA has 793 owner complaints about engine for the Jeep Patriot. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Jeep Patriot engine?
Yes: 2 safety recalls list engine. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
How much does it cost to fix engine problems on the Jeep Patriot?
Owners report a typical cost of $940 (half paid between $660 and $1,250), from 10 complaints that state a repair bill or quote, in 2026 dollars.
What do owners say about engine problems on the Jeep Patriot?
The most frequent phrase is “throttle body”, in 61 of 793 complaints, followed by “engine stalled” (47).
Other Jeep Patriot problems
- Power Train problems (429)
- Electrical System problems (421)
- Air Bags problems (383)
- Fuel/propulsion System problems (379)
- Vehicle Speed Control problems (234)
- Seat Belts problems (229)
- Structure problems (212)
- Suspension problems (182)
See all Jeep Patriot problems.