2008 Jeep Patriot 4x4 electrical complaints

Filed Mar 5, 2012 · Body, Electrical · HI

Water leaks through dome lights, shorting out electrical system.

Filed Jul 21, 2011 · Electrical · 27,000 miles · GA

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 jeep patriot 4x4. The contact stated that the alternator failed and a grinding noise could be heard coming from the alternators bearings whenever the engine was started. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where they were unable to diagnose the failure after performing a diagnostic test. The grinding noise continued to worsen. The manufacturer was notified and informed the contact that they would reimburse half of the repair costs. No further assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 27,000 and the current mileage was 66,000.

Filed Jan 27, 2010 · Electrical, Engine · 47,923 miles · FL

On my 2008 jeep patrtiot, on braking, usually when coming to a stop at a traffic light or stop sign, most of the dash lights, including 4wd, ABS and esp, come on briefly. This has happened many times over the past couple of years, beginning at about 35,000 miles. Usually, the only symptom of the problem is the dash lights come on accompanied by a warning chime, but the engine remains running. Recently, however, it seems to be happening more frequently, and even more worrisome, is the fact that the engine sometimes dies when this happens. This morning, the lights came on, the warning chime sounded and the engine died when I was turning a corner, causing me to lose forward progress, power steering, etc. I have had the vehicle to a jeep dealer and an independent garage, and neither has been able to diagnose or fix the problem.

Filed Nov 30, 2009 · Electrical · 31,500 miles · IL

Sentry key receiver failed in steering column. There is no way to start engine when component fails, vehicle had to be towed for repair. Full repair and tow covered by warranty, however this runs out at 36k miles. After that consumer would be responsible for tow costs and replacement of faulty part, which is not a component subject to wear and tear of use.

Filed Mar 23, 2008 · Electrical · 10,000 miles · PA

4wd! Default light came on. Took vehicle to authorized dealership for repair as according to manual. Four trips to first dealership for the initial repairs. Problem resolved told was faulty electrical connection. Since then, 4wd! And esp/bas default lights came on. Took vehicle to another authorized dealership for repairs. Waiting for results. When default occurs the 4wd is disabled w/o warning, thus, causing a hazard when driving.