Jeep Patriot 4x4 transmission failure problems

Filed Jul 12, 2019 · Transmission · 161,000 miles · WI

Cvt transmission failed while driving on highway with no warning or symptoms

Filed Feb 15, 2017 · Transmission · 112,000 miles · KS

Second complain about transmission failure. Vehicle needs new transmission again after 3 years from being replaced. As I was driving on I-70 from my hospital job in the morning rush commute, my patriot decided to drop speed from 70 MPH to 30 MPH on a blink of an eye. This time since I was alone just putting me in danger unlike the last time in 2013 when it happen that my 11 year old and 1 year old baby were on board. I swerve to the shoulder yet again to avoid being hit by traficc I proceed as I recall to turn ignition off and try to maintain tacometer from reaching 3000 RPM to avoid transmission safe mode to kick in again as I make it home.

Filed Oct 28, 2016 · Transmission · IN

Another vtec transmission went out...these transmission are junk I have had 6 different mechanics and from what have read on line do not buy a car with this transmission in it because they will go out !!!! I'm out another at lest $4000.00

Filed Mar 10, 2015 · Transmission · 115,000 miles · CO

My car's manual transmission died at 115,000 miles. I've had this car a year and am still paying it off. Now I have to pay another $4,400 to get my transmission replaced. I've been told by several repair shops and the dealer that I bought it from that this is a common problem between 90,000-100,000 miles with this transmission. Not only that, but the part that fails is permanent so you have to replace the whole thing and it's very spendy. Be very careful when purchasing used 2007 jeep patriots. You will probably have the same problem as I did. Very disappointed.

Filed Sep 5, 2014 · Engine, Transmission · 107,000 miles · MI

Vehicle started shaking violently, after evaluations and inspections by certified mechanics, I'm told I need a new transmission. I just bought the car 2 years ago, used from a reputable dealer as is, with clean history. Had them check everything over one final time before purchase. Now I'm reading that many other jeep patriot owners have had the same problems. I highly suggest a recall for the 2008 jeep patriot. It has a CVT transmission, which is a dangerous transmission because if it overheats the vehicle shuts down. My husband was driving it on the highway and the vehicle shut down on the highway, luckily neither he not any other motorist was hurt. In 2014 jeep changed from the CVT transmission entirely, suggesting their awareness of the issue with this type of transmission. We don't want anyone else to go through what we've been through, get hurt or even worse. I do hope you would take this complaint seriously and launch a full investigation into chrysler.

Filed Nov 11, 2013 · Acceleration, Engine · 65,000 miles · UT

My jeep patriot has a very unusual problem of going into "limp" mode under normal operating conditions--even after as little of 15 minutes of driving. The "transmission overheat" light comes on, and the vehicle's on-board computer forces the vehicle down to slow, sub-highway speeds--even as slow as 35 MPH. The problem has been very dangerous for us (especially on the freeway) and occurs under normal (and even cold temperatures). It is not remedied by replacing the transmission oil or even installing a transmission oil cooler (both which I have tried). I have brought the vehicle to numerous mechanics--including the dealership and a transmission shop--which have all been stumped by the issue. After learning about and thoroughly diagnosing the problem, the transmission shop concluded that something very unusual was wrong with the transmission, and they wrote a statement to that effect. After experiencing this dangerous, frequent problem with my jeep patriot, I started a website to collect responses from other jeep owners. In the short period of time the website has been up (jeeppatriottransmissionoverheat.com), I have received many submissions from other owners who have the same problem (and all of which have attested that the dealership was ultimately stumped by the problem). The problem is found on vehicle years ranging from 2007-2014. Some owners believe the koho bearings are the root of the problem, but in any event, a complete transmission replacement is the only known remedy. After researching this problem thoroughly, as well as reviewing existing recalls on the vehicle, I am now confident that the problem is widespread (exists on 1,000+ patriots), is found on new and used patriots of all mileages, is very dangerous, and has been ignored by jeep. It is my opinion that a safety recall should be issued by the federal safety agency, after conducting its own research.

Filed Nov 11, 2013 · Acceleration, Engine · 65,000 miles · UT

My jeep patriot has a very unusual problem of going into "limp" mode under normal operating conditions--even after as little of 15 minutes of driving. The "transmission overheat" light comes on, and the vehicle's on-board computer forces the vehicle down to slow, sub-highway speeds--even as slow as 35 MPH. The problem has been very dangerous for us (especially on the freeway) and occurs under normal (and even cold temperatures). It is not remedied by replacing the transmission oil or even installing a transmission oil cooler (both which I have tried). I have brought the vehicle to numerous mechanics--including the dealership and a transmission shop--which have all been stumped by the issue. After learning about and thoroughly diagnosing the problem, the transmission shop concluded that something very unusual was wrong with the transmission, and they wrote a statement to that effect. After experiencing this dangerous, frequent problem with my jeep patriot, I started a website to collect responses from other jeep owners. In the short period of time the website has been up (jeeppatriottransmissionoverheat.com), I have received many submissions from other owners who have the same problem (and all of which have attested that the dealership was ultimately stumped by the problem). The problem is found on vehicle years ranging from 2007-2014. Some owners believe the koho bearings are the root of the problem, but in any event, a complete transmission replacement is the only known remedy. After researching this problem thoroughly, as well as reviewing existing recalls on the vehicle, I am now confident that the problem is widespread (exists on 1,000+ patriots), is found on new and used patriots of all mileages, is very dangerous, and has been ignored by jeep. It is my opinion that a safety recall should be issued by the federal safety agency, after conducting its own research.

Filed Nov 2, 2013 · Driver assistance, Transmission · MA

We purchased a used jeep patriot 2008 and within a few months had problems with the stability lights coming on when we slowed from highway and car needing to be restarted to regain power. The transmission kept doing a weird kickback. The vehicle was checked on the computer repeatedly and did not show a code. Also ,the oil change light kept coming on even after oil changed. We replaced arms , bearings, still issue not corrected .( the bearing replaced twice by dealership a year ago is still making loud noises.) recently the kickback is increasing and the dealership has advised us we need an entire new transmission. This is a 2008!!!!! 5 years old!!! There was a recall on some 2008 patriots , but I am being advised not ours and so far chrysler is refusing to do anything for us on the transmission.

Filed Mar 1, 2012 · Suspension, Transmission · IN

Took vehicle in for transmission problems, (this the second transmission since bought) they basically tell me that it needs to completely fail before they will do something. Then they come back and say that they can replace the transmission cooler lines because they might be leaking for $410.00. And they also say that my front right and left control arms are bad which of course they can be replaced for $845.00. So for a problem that was under warranty they would not fix but they would like to fix other issues that may or may not be bad for a price.......very disappointed in dodge. This may cause me to defect from chrysler and buy ford.

Filed Feb 22, 2012 · Transmission · 42,000 miles · MI

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 jeep patriot 4x4. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, she noticed a loud grinding noise. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where they advised her that the transmission failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired for the transmission. Approximately 20,000 miles later the transmission experienced the same failure. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer where they advised her that the transmission had failed a second time. The manufacturer was contacted and had not yet responded to the contact's concerns. The failure mileage was approximately 42,000 and the current mileages were approximately 66,000.