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Jeep Patriot Problems, Recalls and Owner Complaints by Model Year
Across 6 model years, NHTSA lists 9 recalls and 1,854 owner complaints for the Jeep Patriot. Newest model year first. Data as of October 25, 2026.
Jeep Patriot by model year
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Jeep Patriot | 0 | 59 | |
| 2016 Jeep Patriot | 1 | 458 | |
| 2015 Jeep Patriot | 1 | 315 | |
| 2014 Jeep Patriot | 2 | 548 | |
| 2013 Jeep Patriot | 1 | 120 | |
| 2012 Jeep Patriot | 4 | 354 |
Model years with no recall and fewer than three complaints are not listed. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. All Jeep models.
Jeep Patriot: questions owners ask
Which Jeep Patriot year has the most problems?
By owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the Jeep Patriot model years with the most are the 2014 (548), 2016 (458) and 2012 (354). Newer model years have had less time on the road, so their counts are naturally lower; compare years of a similar age.
Which Jeep Patriot years have the fewest complaints?
Leaving out the newest model years (too new to compare), the fewest owner complaints were filed for the 2017 (59), 2013 (120) and 2015 (315), out of 6 model years from 2012 to 2017. A low count can also mean that year sold fewer cars.
How many recalls does the Jeep Patriot have?
NHTSA lists recalls for 5 Jeep Patriot model years, 9 in total when counted per model year (one recall often covers several years). The years with the most are the 2012 (4), 2014 (2) and 2013 (1). Check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Which Jeep Patriot years have the most stalling complaints?
486 owner complaints across 6 Jeep Patriot model years describe the engine stalling, losing power or shutting off while driving. The most were filed for the 2016 (165), 2014 (106) and 2012 (104) model years, out of 6 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Jeep Patriot years have the most check engine light complaints?
150 owner complaints across 6 Jeep Patriot model years describe the check engine light coming on. The most were filed for the 2016 (55), 2014 (37) and 2015 (27) model years, out of 6 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Jeep Patriot years have the most ABS and stability control complaints?
83 owner complaints across 4 Jeep Patriot model years describe ABS, traction or stability control warnings or faults. The most were filed for the 2014 (33), 2016 (27) and 2015 (19) model years, out of 4 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Jeep Patriot years have the most overheating complaints?
66 owner complaints across 5 Jeep Patriot model years describe the engine overheating or coolant loss. The most were filed for the 2012 (20), 2014 (18) and 2013 (14) model years, out of 5 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Jeep Patriot years have the most rough idle and misfire complaints?
60 owner complaints across 3 Jeep Patriot model years describe rough idling, misfires or hesitation when accelerating. The most were filed for the 2016 (22), 2014 (21) and 2015 (17) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Jeep Patriot years have the most no-start complaints?
48 owner complaints across 3 Jeep Patriot model years describe the car failing to start. The most were filed for the 2016 (22), 2012 (14) and 2015 (12) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Jeep Patriot years have the most seat belt complaints?
33 owner complaints across 3 Jeep Patriot model years describe seat belts not latching, retracting or locking. The most were filed for the 2014 (18), 2012 (11) and 2017 (4) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
How often does the Jeep Patriot fail its MOT?
In 2023 UK MOT tests, the Jeep Patriot's first-time failure rate ranged from 46.5% for cars first registered in 2011 to 52.9% for 2010, across 2 registration years with at least 100 tests. Older cars fail more often. The most common failure areas were suspension, lights and electrics, brakes. Source: DVSA anonymised MOT results.