Engine stalls only after filling up gas, resulting in check engine light or oil light turning on. I have taken it to numerous mechanics, who have all given me different answers, with anywhere from issues with EVAP hoses and fuel tank, to the fuel pump, or purge system. Problem was never addressed or mentioned when bought from dealership in June 2025 but noticed immediately after filling up gas for the first time since purchase of the car and problem occurs continuously after filling up gas. Not sure if related either, but if gas tank is overfilled at all in the slightest, it leaks out the bottom immediately.
2009 Jeep Patriot: check engine light
11 of the 191 complaints about the 2009 Jeep Patriot describe check engine light.
- owner complaints
- 11
- of this car's complaints
- 6%
- typical mileage
- 108,000
- recalls
- 0
Is there a fix? 3 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below
Check engine light by model year
What owners say
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 failed—the vehicle will not shift out of low gear. The RPMs surge rapidly, and although the vehicle will move at very low speeds if you ease off the accelerator, it will not reach normal driving speeds, making it unsafe and unusable for daily travel. The check engine light is on, and diagnostic codes confirm a CVT-related issue. The vehicle originally came with a lifetime powertrain warranty. We complied with the required inspection and maintenance schedule, except for the most recent inspection, which we missed due to a personal hardship. Jeep initially sent reminders for these inspections but eventually stopped, and we received no notice of the upcoming deadline. The vehicle has been regularly maintained by a trusted local repair shop. Despite this, it is now undriveable. From both our personal experience and broader consumer reports, it’s clear that these types of CVT failures are common among Jeep vehicles. Jeep has refused to honor the warranty, stating it could only be reinstated if we paid for the repairs ourselves within a specific timeframe—which has now passed. This policy places an unreasonable burden on the consumer, especially for a known and recurring mechanical issue. We believe Jeep is failing to take responsibility for a serious safety and performance defect. I respectfully ask the federal safety agency to investigate this matter further and evaluate whether broader action—such as a recall—is warranted.
12/12/19 tried to get on I-295 all lights on dash came on including malfunction indicator, esp bas, and others all came on when no lights were on before. Lost power to jeep on 295 could not go any fast then 25 MPH and then stalled; almost rear ended. Could restart jeep, all dash lights still on, no power past 25 MPH and made it off an off ramp where stalled again. Towed jeep to mechanic where they replaced PCM, intake manifold, and o2 censor. Called jeep because there is a recall to PCM and was told my VIN not included. 12/26/2019 on I-295 going 70mph and jeep lost all power with no warning lights this time and had no acceleration. Was in the far left lane and had near miss of being rear ended by tractor trailer. Veered jeep to breakdown lane and towed to mechanic. Second mechanic repaired ground at g104 on right side of engine bay said is reason for several computerised controls. 1/7/2020 put full tank of gas in vehicle and pulled into intersection and jeep bucked and stalled out. Called mechanic said possible fuel sensor problem. Jeep patriots have had issues with PCM and fuel problems but am told my 2009 jeep not a part of this recall. Jeep is still not running properly and will not drive on highway. Very dangerous and very expansive.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 jeep patriot. While driving 60-70 MPH, the engine lost power, the vehicle decelerated, and the contact lost control of the brakes. Additionally, the transmission would not move into gear and the vehicle remained stationary on the shoulder. The throttle, fill cap, and check engine warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed, but the test could not read the codes. The vehicle was not repaired. Days later, the failures recurred. The dealer and manufacturer were not made aware of the failures. The failure mileage was 108,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 jeep patriot. While driving 65 MPH, the check engine indicator illuminated and the engine stalled. The vehicle was turned off and restarted. The vehicle was taken to clarion chrysler dodge jeep ram (1305 e main st, clarion, pa 16214, (814) 226-9550), but the cause of the failure was not determined. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer advised the contact not to drive over 56 MPH. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 160,000.
My jeep patriot stalls when your at traffic light with no waring and sometime as your driving with no waring. Sometimes starts no problem and other time its hard to start. There no engine light or codes. This happen many times and I took to the mechanic couldn't fine what it could be because there no codes to diagnose problem........
When accelerating the car occassionally would act like it wanted to go, then slowly start to shift to move. There would be a whining noise when slowing down, but no lights came on until 2 days before. The check engine light came on and the car stopped moving while I was driving down a rural road 2 days later. . 105k miles. . Regularly serviced. .
Intake manifold runner control stuck open. Check engine light on. Vehicle has 92000 miles only. Mechanic told me it is a common issue with these vehicle. Vehicle still runs but st udders during acceleration
Bought car in nov with clean carfax - 5months later it seemed to have a fuel injection problem. On way to the dealer, car did not stall, but speed dropped to 30-35 MPH on the highway (engine light came on) had to drive in breakdown lane with hazard lights flashing, and on exit ramp shoulder . Trying to pull out into the driving lane on ramp- speed dropped to 5-10mph. - no acceleration.. Car was hit by another vehicle just behind the front left wheel - the car was totaled...cause still unknown. Note: correction by consumer - the speed did not drop... The car would not go over 35 MPH .... Believes it was also a transmission issue.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 jeep patriot. While driving approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle stalled, and the check engine warning indicator illuminated. After several attempts, the vehicle was able to restart. The failure recurred multiple times. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the power control module needed to be replaced. The VIN was unavailable. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 68,000.
Numerous leaks in car after rains - even small rains. Water comes in though map lights and drains down front console. Have read that jeep knows about and will not correct problem. Will try to creal drain tubes ourselves and see if this fixes problem. Causes problems to electrical system, engine light comes on and car alarm will start going off.
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Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Questions about the 2009 Jeep Patriot check engine light
Is check engine light a common problem on the 2009 Jeep Patriot?
11 of 191 owner complaints about the 2009 Jeep Patriot (6%) mention check engine light. The model year with the most reports is 2016.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2009 Jeep Patriot?
There are 0 recalls and 3 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2009 Jeep Patriot
Stalling 32Ball joint 27Water leak 16ABS 7Loss of power 6Overheating 6
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