Jeep Patriot Steering Problems
Owners have filed 145 complaints with NHTSA about steering problems on the Jeep Patriot across 11 model years. The 2015 model year has the most (30). The words owners use most often: “filling gas” (6% of reports).
- 145steering complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 8mention a crash
- 2mention an injury
- 2related recalls
- 31%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.
- Filling gas: mentioned in 8 of 145 complaints (6%)
- Control arms: mentioned in 8 of 145 complaints (6%)
- Ball joints: mentioned in 8 of 145 complaints (6%)
At what mileage do steering problems happen?
Based on 108 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 145 complaints, 8 mention a crash, 3 a fire, 2 an injury.
Jeep Patriot steering complaints by model year
| Model year | Steering complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Patriot | 4 | 7% | 16,118 |
| 2016 Patriot | 24 | 5% | 29,000 |
| 2015 Patriot | 30 | 10% | 37,900 |
| 2014 Patriot | 12 | 2% | 53,000 |
| 2013 Patriot | 3 | 3% | 32,000 |
| 2012 Patriot | 11 | 3% | 46,225 |
| 2011 Patriot | 19 | 6% | 40,000 |
| 2010 Patriot | 14 | 10% | 116,000 |
| 2009 Patriot | 10 | 5% | 62,500 |
| 2008 Patriot | 10 | 5% | 101,465 |
| 2007 Patriot | 8 | 9% | 96,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (2)
Steering:hydraulic power assist:hose, piping, and connections
Model years: 2015
Problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015 Jeep Compass and Patriot vehicles manufactured January 1, 2015, to May 11, 2015. During assembly, the power steering hose retention clamp may have been installed at an incorrect location, resulting in the detachment of the low pressure return hose.
Risk: If the power steering fluid return hose detaches, it would leak fluid and increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the return power steering hose clamp, repositioning the clamp as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on February 5, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R68.
Steering:column
Model years: 2011
Problem: Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2011dodge journey, jeep wrangler, chrysler 200, chrysler 200 convertible, dodge avenger, dodge nitro, jeep liberty, dodge caliber, jeep compass, jeep patriot, dodge grand caravan and chrysler town & country vehicles. Some of these vehicles may have been built with a missing or incorrectly installed steering column pivot rivet.
Risk: A missing or incorrectly installed rivet could compromise the ability of the steering column to support the occupant loads in the event of a frontal crash, decreasing the effectiveness of the frontal impact safety system. As a result, the condition may increase the potential for injury in a frontal crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect for rivet presence and alignment and repair the steering column pivot as required, free of charge. The safety recall began on july 4, 2011. 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.
Power steering hose kept leaking repeatedly. Got checked by couple of local mechanics. But the issue kept reoccurring. The leaked fluid has damaged the serpentine belt and the belt tensioner. I had to get them both replaced. The issue still keeps reoccurring.
The contact owns a 2016 Jeep Patriot. The contact stated that while driving at slow speeds through an intersection, the steering and brakes became inoperable. The accelerator pedal was depressed, but the vehicle failed to respond. The contact was able to pull into a parking lot. The vehicle was…
After filling up gas tank and driving for about a mile, vehicle stutters and stalls. During this, the brakes are difficult to work and the steering goes out. This has happened after filling gas tank many times, most recently in the middle of a busy street where i was almost rear ended. Afterward, i…
My car will pull to the right no matter what I do. Tires rotated, air filled, etc it always pulls to the right hard. My electrical system, lights and radio, flicked on and off by themselves one night and now my radio is dead and lights are dim.
Vehicle pulling to the right when accelerating from complete stop. Excessive vibration noticeable when idling
Frequently asked questions
Do all Jeep Patriots have steering problems?
No. NHTSA has 145 owner complaints about steering 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 steering?
Yes: 2 safety recalls list steering. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
What do owners say about steering problems on the Jeep Patriot?
The most frequent phrase is “filling gas”, in 8 of 145 complaints, followed by “control arms” (8).
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- 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)
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