Jeep Patriot Power Train Problems
Owners have filed 429 complaints with NHTSA about power train problems on the Jeep Patriot across 11 model years. The 2016 model year has the most (74). The words owners use most often: “cvt transmission” (7% of reports).
- 429power train complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 7mention a crash
- 7mention an injury
- 1related recalls
- $5,450typical repair cost reported by owners
- 55%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.
- CVT transmission: mentioned in 32 of 429 complaints (7%)
How much does it cost to fix?
Owners who wrote down what they paid or were quoted put the typical power train repair on the Jeep Patriot at $5,450, and half of them between $3,250 and $6,500.
Based on 9 NHTSA complaints about this problem alone that state a repair bill or quote (2016–2024), 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 power train problems happen?
Based on 346 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 429 complaints, 7 mention a crash, 3 a fire, 7 an injury.
Jeep Patriot power train complaints by model year
| Model year | Power Train complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Patriot | 15 | 25% | 34,000 |
| 2016 Patriot | 74 | 16% | 58,580 |
| 2015 Patriot | 50 | 16% | 54,500 |
| 2014 Patriot | 70 | 13% | 45,000 |
| 2013 Patriot | 19 | 16% | 67,013 |
| 2012 Patriot | 63 | 18% | 57,000 |
| 2011 Patriot | 53 | 16% | 73,000 |
| 2010 Patriot | 17 | 13% | 46,500 |
| 2009 Patriot | 37 | 19% | 87,000 |
| 2008 Patriot | 25 | 13% | 80,054 |
| 2007 Patriot | 6 | 6% | 85,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (1)
Power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
Model years: 2009
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.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
Certified dealership service department omitted structural safety complaints from official service invoices, left vital diagnostic findings and performance metrics off paperwork tracking paths, cleared a compromised front suspension layout as safe, and actively instructed a vehicle operator to…
The contact owns a 2015 Jeep Patriot. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would shut off without warning. The vehicle had been taken to an independent mechanic; however, the mechanic could not diagnose the failure due to the lack of a warning; they have also tried…
I was going to work at 5am I came to a red light, and the light turn green i press the gas to go there was no acceleration the car rolled backwards. I turned vehicle off. and restarted. still no acceleration. i moved the gear into first (this an auto vehicle). with that i catches enough to coarse…
Vehicle acts like it wants to shut off. No warnings or check engine lights it just starts to shake and not let me accelerate. Auto shop looked at it and engine and transmission are ok. They look ed at it 6 times in 4 months and it just keeps happening. Now car is leaking oil and they canât figure…
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…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Jeep Patriots have power train problems?
No. NHTSA has 429 owner complaints about power train 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 power train?
Yes: 1 safety recall list power train. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
How much does it cost to fix power train problems on the Jeep Patriot?
Owners report a typical cost of $5,450 (half paid between $3,250 and $6,500), from 9 complaints that state a repair bill or quote, in 2026 dollars.
What do owners say about power train problems on the Jeep Patriot?
The most frequent phrase is “cvt transmission”, in 32 of 429 complaints.
Other Jeep Patriot problems
- Engine problems (793)
- 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.