Jeep Patriot water leak problems

Filed Jun 13, 2023 · Electrical · OH

Water leaks in through the sunroof and top racks and leaks out the dome lights inside of the car

Filed Apr 6, 2022 · Electrical, Lights · IL

Dome light leaking water when rain or snow, leaving seats, car floor mats drenched. Had to replace radio three times and it smells like something burning

Filed Apr 1, 2021 · Electrical, Lights · 31,000 miles · NJ

Water leaks from the map lights when it rains. This is very distracting and also causes damage to the light, sunroof controls and the control panel below it (radio and everything else). This occurs while the vehicle is in motion, and more often when turning and driving at higher speeds.

Filed Jun 4, 2020 · Electrical · IL

Heating core went out; leaked water at 220f onto bare foot while driving. Just had part replaced; part is extremely flimsy.

Filed Oct 7, 2019 · Electrical, Lights · 67,000 miles · ME

When it rains water leaks into the rear dome light and drips into the inside of my jeep. The light doesn't work because of this and I would think this would be an electrocution hazard. I can't have anything in the back of my jeep that could be ruined by rain water.

Filed Jun 19, 2019 · Body · 94,279 miles · MI

Tl* the contact owns a 2015 jeep patriot. While the vehicle was parked, water leaked into the cabin. Upon inspecting the rear of the vehicle, the contact noticed that the water entered along the rear hatch of the vehicle. The leak caused damage to the headliner, carpet, and rear seats. The contact stated that mold and the odor of mold were present inside the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to watson ludington chrysler (located at 3632 west us highway 10, ludington, mi 49431, (231) 845-3900) to be inspected. The mechanic was able to use automotive caulk to seal the area from which the water leaked. After a night of torrential rains, there were no signs of further leaks. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 94,279. *jb the consumer stated the vehicle was repaired, but the vehicle still smelled of mold. The consumer requested having assistance having the back seats and headliner replaced.

Filed Sep 17, 2018 · Body · 111,000 miles · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 jeep patriot. The contact stated that water leaked from the dome light when it rained. The vehicle was taken to modern nissan of lake norman (18615 statesville rd, cornelius, nc 28031, 704‑603‑6575) for diagnostic testing, but the failure could not be duplicated. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 111,000.

Filed Sep 4, 2018 · IL

Water leak under dash board,when air conditioner on.

Filed Aug 23, 2018 · Lights · 130,000 miles · NC

My 2008 jeep patriot was parked on my driveway (no trees around to cause a clog) for a month, while on vacation. When I came back, the trunk and the back seat floors were full of mold due to water leaking thru the back dome light. Then after doing some research I learned that the leaking dome light is a common problem on the 2007 and 2008 jeep patriots. Unfortunately for me it has become a bigger problem than just a leak because my jeep is now full of mold and cannot not be driven for the meantime as it is a hazard for my children health.

Filed Jun 7, 2018 · Brakes, Driver assistance · 50,000 miles · GA

Warning light kept coming on for "low tire" while driving on city street, highway and interstate. Had this checked repeatedly at dealer, the low tire light would go off then come on again later. The day after takingthe patriot in for the low "tire light" the ESC/ABS lights also started coming on. I have just over 50,000 miles so the warranty is over. I was told that in addition to the $115 for doing a diagnostic to see why the lights were on it would be $350 extra plus labor to replace the sensor. I was unable to pay for this at this time. I was told that it would be okay to drive it but the lights would stay on until replaced. Online I see that there are over 18 other complaints for the same reason. The sensor got some type of moisture and was shorting out. Mine continues to be on for 30 minutes then go out, or not come on at all, or not on then comes on. Either there is an issue with connection or this is just a bad product. With all of the complaints for this same scenario - I am afraid that there is a water leak or the sensor does not have protection from water. Either way, I feel that this is a hazard to anyone driving a jeep patriot. Others have reported smoke, fires, etc. This needs to be addressed by the dealer and corrected free of charge. I loved my patriot until this happened. I will be driving on the interstate this weekend, which is why I tried to have the lights/sensors checked out monday. I leave tomorrow and hope and pray I do not have a fire/accident to report on monday. This is a valid safety concern and should be addressed. Online other reports also state that sometimes you lose acceleration and stall because of the sensor. Please check this out before someone is seriously hurt.