Jeep Patriot knocking problems

Filed Apr 28, 2025 · Engine · OH

The contact owns a 2015 Jeep Patriot. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, there was a loud knocking sound coming from the engine. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed and determined that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The contact related the failure to Customer Satisfaction Program: S18: (Engine Oil Consumption); however, the vehicle was not included in the program. The contact was referred to the federal safety agency Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was unknown.

Filed Jul 15, 2022 · Body · IL

My rear subframe is completely rusted through. It is available for inspection. It has been confirmed by an independent service center. Warranties were issued to 2007 owners or 10 years old. 3 years ago I noticed a squeek in the trunk. Was told it was struts so I had them replaced. Now the vehicle knocks and squeaks so bad it has to sit until I can afford to replace subframe.

Filed Apr 15, 2022 · Steering, Suspension · WA

I’ve had numerous problems with this car. I’ve already replaced cv axles and now the steering knuckle needs replaced! The car is shaking and knocking and is not safe to drive. It’s being replaced in a few days but is costing over $800 and this car has not been in an accident and is only 6 years old.

Filed Aug 21, 2021 · Engine · NJ

On 7/15, my sensor showed I needed a usual oil change. I have had no prior issues with my oil. I drove it to my brothers and there was a loud knocking sound, and my dad checked the dipstick showing zero oil in my engine. I took it down the street about 2 miles, and the engine was stalling the whole way. The engine completely failed. It wouldn’t take oil, it was completely failed. As of 11/2013, I did some research and my particular model of the vehicle has an open recall that apparently doesn’t affect my VIN, however, the recall 13v552000/N52 states that abrasive debri in the balance shaft bearing causes loss of engine oil pressure, causing the engine to stall and or fail. I’m at a loss, and it’s been open as of 11/2013.

Filed Jun 17, 2021 · Driver assistance, Steering · CA

I purchased my 2011 Jeep Patriot from a car dealership in October of 2020. After a week of having the vehicle, I noticed a loud clunking sound coming from underneath. I took it back to the dealer and was told it was nothing. After taking it to my mechanic, he found major rust and corrosion on the front and rear subframe and crossmembers. I paid $2200 in repairs on the car, only to find out the he only did the front end of the car. The back end is just as bad and the car is unsafe for me to drive. When he did the front end of the car, the pieces fell apart as he began taking it apart. This car was a ticking time bomb. It’s now June of 2021 and I don’t know what to do

Filed May 13, 2021 · Engine · 81,000 miles · IL

The contact owns a 2011 jeep patriot. The contact stated while the vehicle was stationary, there was a loud knocking sound coming from the engine before the vehicle loss motive power and stalled. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with the front axle and the control arm needing to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 81,000. The VIN was unavailable. The consumer provided photos.

Filed Feb 3, 2020 · Engine · 48,000 miles · ME

I bought a 2017 jeep patriot in feb 2017 from lee auto mall in april 2018 the motor blew with 48,000 miles on it while I was driving out of work on a city street. It was replaced under the manufacture warranty april 2018. My check engine light came on again january 2019 making a knocking noise. Brought the truck in to the chrysler shop to have it looked at. I was again told my motor they replaced not even a year ago was blown. The piston and rods were bad and was no longer under warranty and it would cost me 7,000 to replace the motor. This is a 2017 jeep patriot that is now on its 3rd engine in less than 3 years. Chrysler nor charlies motor mall jeep will not help me in any way and say that I need to pay 7,000 dollars to have a new engine put in. The first engine only has 48,000 miles on it when it blew and the second engine they put in only had 55,000 miles on it when I was told it needs to be replaced again.

Filed Sep 9, 2019 · Transmission · 152,000 miles · GA

I was sitting at the light when my vehicle starts to jump while the vehicle was idling. I took my foot off the brakes to move twith traffic and the vehicle jumps and then drives as normal. I took it to a local shop to have a mechanic look at the vehicle on the 3rd and while he was test driving the vehicle it completely stopped operating as we were turning around and the engine begins to rev but not move and after trying again to get the car to move the engine then began to make a knocking sound. The mechanic then determined that the transmission was going to be going out very soon. So I have parked the vehicle and been doing research to find that this a common thing with CVT transmissions as I have only had the vehicle for 6 years with 152,000 miles. There were no true signs of any transmission issues that I could have avoided this type of breakdown.

Filed Jul 8, 2019 · Acceleration, Engine · IL

My complaint is that a week later after we bought the vehicle the check engine light came on. We went to a mechanic to read us the signs and has so many issues wrong with it and the miles are low on the vehicle but really high on history. Water comes inside my vehicle making it flood. Also when we drive we try to accelerate and the speed stays at 20mph and makes ticking noise. This is not safe especially when I'm with my kids. I try switching lanes and it takes time to switch lanes or make turn because of how slow the acceleration is.

Filed Sep 5, 2017 · 197,000 miles · KY

I heard a knocking noise when I was backing out of my driveway and took it to a mechanic. They showed me that the rear sub frame was rotted. There is a huge hole from the rust. My car has always been garage kept and well maintained so this did not seem logical from everyday wear and tear.