Jeep Patriot years to avoid
More than twice the Patriot's typical complaint count for a model year.
Best Jeep Patriot years
Fewest owner complaints among the last 20 model years, counting only those with at least four years on the road.
Jeep Patriot complaints by model year
Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.
Most common Jeep Patriot problems
All model years combined.
- Engine839
- Transmission429
- Electrical421
- Fuel system418
- Airbags383
- Acceleration234
- Seat belts229
- Body212
- Suspension182
- Driver assistance154
- Steering146
- Brakes128
Most reported problems on the Jeep Patriot
Jeep Patriot problems year by year
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| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 81 | 59 | Transmission | 34,000 | 0 | 7 | Fewest complaints |
| 2016 | 43 | 459 | Engine | 51,000 | 1 | 24 | Avoid |
| 2015 | 55 | 316 | Engine | 50,744 | 1 | 14 | |
| 2014 | 35 | 548 | Engine | 53,000 | 2 | 31 | Avoid |
| 2013 | 83 | 120 | Airbags | 50,000 | 1 | 5 | Fewest complaints |
| 2012 | 51 | 354 | Engine | 55,000 | 4 | 9 | |
| 2011 | 53 | 326 | Engine | 73,000 | 4 | 20 | |
| 2010 | 81 | 136 | Fuel system | 76,600 | 2 | 7 | |
| 2009 | 75 | 191 | Body | 79,000 | 1 | 3 | |
| 2008 | 76 | 186 | Fuel system | 96,265 | 0 | 1 | |
| 2007 | 86 | 94 | Fuel system | 85,600 | 0 | 1 | Fewest complaints |
| 2002 | 95 | 3 | Airbags | 0 | 0 |
Recalls 10
Jeep Patriot warranty extensions
Repairs the manufacturer covers beyond the normal warranty. Check whether your car and mileage qualify before paying for one of these.
Questions about the Jeep Patriot
What years of the Jeep Patriot should you avoid?
2014 and 2016. Each has more than twice the Jeep Patriot's typical number of owner complaints for a model year; 2014 alone has 548, mostly about engine and airbags.
What is the best year for a used Jeep Patriot?
2017, 2007 and 2013 have the fewest owner complaints among model years that have been on the road for at least four years (59, 94 and 120).
What is the most common problem with the Jeep Patriot?
Engine, with 839 complaints across all years, followed by transmission (429) and electrical (421).
How many recalls does the Jeep Patriot have?
10 recalls between 2002 and 2017. The 2012 model year has the most, with 4.
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