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2015 Jeep Patriot problems, recalls and owner complaints
What the 2015 Jeep Patriot has been recalled for and what owners report, from official government data. Updated October 25, 2026.
- 1safety recall
- 315owner complaints
- 14crash reports
- 6fire reports
- 20injuries reported
315 complaints, against an average of 307 for the other 5 Jeep Patriot model years.
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What goes wrong with the 2015 Jeep Patriot?
The components named most often in the 315 owner complaints. One complaint can name several, so the shares can add up to more than 100%.
What symptoms do 2015 Jeep Patriot owners describe?
Found by reading the text of all 315 owner complaints. Tap a symptom for the answer, a real owner quote and any related recall.
- Why does my 2015 Jeep Patriot stall, lose power or shut off while driving?88 owners · 27.9%
- Why is the check engine light on in my 2015 Jeep Patriot?27 owners · 8.6%
- Why are the ABS and stability control lights on in my 2015 Jeep Patriot?19 owners · 6%
- Why does my 2015 Jeep Patriot idle rough, misfire or hesitate?17 owners · 5.4%
- Why won't my 2015 Jeep Patriot start?12 owners · 3.8%
- Why does my 2015 Jeep Patriot overheat?10 owners · 3.2%
Has the 2015 Jeep Patriot been recalled?
1 U.S. safety recall. Repairs are free at a franchised dealer; some are done over the air.
Steering: Hydraulic Power Assist: Hose, Piping, And Connections Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015 Jeep Compass and Patriot vehicles manufactured January 1, 2015, to May 11, 2015. During assembly, the power steering hose retention clamp may have been installed at an incorrect location, resulting in the detachment of the low pressure return hose.
Risk: If the power steering fluid return hose detaches, it would leak fluid and increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the return power steering hose clamp, repositioning the clamp as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on February 5, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R68.
Is the 2015 Jeep Patriot recalled in the UK or Europe?
Recalls issued by the UK's DVSA and through the EU's Safety Gate system that cover this model and build period. European models can differ from U.S. ones, and "years estimated" means the recall gave no build dates, so confirm your own car with your registration or VIN.
UK DVSAThe occupant restraint controller (orc) may not operate as intendedYears estimated
Risk: The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) may experience a loss of air bag and seat belt pretensioner deployment capability during a crash due to a shorting condition resulting in a negative voltage transient that travels to the Occupant Restraint Controller via the front impact sensor wires
Fix: Replace the Occupant Restraint Control module.
EU Safety GateIn the event of an accident, the airbags and seatbelt pre-tensioners may not deploy as intended due to a defect in the control unit for…In the event of an accident, the airbags and seatbelt pre-tensioners may not deploy as intended due to a defect in the control unit for vehicle occupant protection. The risk of injury to the occupants is thus increased.
Measures: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer; Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users; Date of entry into force: Unknown
EU Safety GateThe power steering return hose clamp may not be correctly attached.Consequently, power steering oil may leak whch could lead to a fire.
Measures: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer; Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users; Date of entry into force: Unknown
What do 2015 Jeep Patriot owners report?
12 of the 315 complaints, the most recent for the most-reported components, as the owners wrote them. NHTSA removes names and VINs; long reports are trimmed. CarHooq has not verified individual claims.
Power steering hose kept leaking repeatedly. Got checked by couple of local mechanics. But the issue kept reoccurring. The leaked fluid has damaged the serpentine belt and the belt tensioner. I had to get them both replaced. The issue still keeps reoccurring.
Traction control brake light and ABS light all on at the same time took it to a honest mechanic mechanic shop and they said it was the ABS control module internal malfunction check engine light also came on
The contact owns a 2015 Jeep Patriot. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would shut off without warning. The vehicle had been taken to an independent mechanic; however, the mechanic could not diagnose the failure due to the lack of a warning; they have also tried to duplicate the failure but was unsuccessful. The dealer was also notified of the failure and the contact was given an estimate diagnostic estimate which the contact declined. The manufacturer had yet to be notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately…
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2015 Jeep Patriot. The contact discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy after the purchase. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the mileage was 84,959. It was later discovered, upon checking a Carfax Report, that the mileage was 180,960.
My car broke down as I was driving with no prior indication or warning. It failed to run when I tried to start it back up, so I had to push it off the road and call for a tow. The shop told me the problem was that the tube-fuel supply line was corroded from the inside and needed to be replaced. I had a similar issue with my brake fluid lines being corroded and needing to be replaced a year prior. How is it these supply lines are built out of such a poor material, that the vehicle barely makes it 10 years/100K miles and they are already failing because the fuel line can't handle fuel and the…
Drivers headrest deployed while vehicle was in my driveway overnight. I could have been injured or it could have cause an accident if the headrest deployed while driving. Many other people online have had this issue with their 2015 Jeep Patroit. No warnings provided and despite an auto repair place stating they cannot repair it but they believe there was a recall for this. I have not found one but there should be. Because I was told it was expensive to replace I did not have it repaired when it occurred sometime in early 2024. No police informed since it occurred while parked in my driveway…
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 NHTSA Hotline for…
crankshaft went out I replaced it and 5 months later I'm replacing the crankshaft sensor again the 2016 have a recall why dose not the 2015 same issue and it's a problem
The contact owns a 2015 Jeep Patriot. The contact stated that after refueling the vehicle, the check engine warning light illuminated momentarily while starting the vehicle and while driving. The contact stated the failure had been recurring after refueling the vehicle. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 150,000.
Pressure plate replaced twice and still not working with only 27301 miles. Went in for routine oil change no problems during the last warranty oil change things start to change. Returned to the dealership to express problem report back oil needed top off. Checked for recalls none reported. Truck continued to drive funny popping out of gear when driving and speed decrease while driving on the interstate. No warning lights or any indication something was wrong. I haven't driven my truck in three years due to dealership not having staff and no one is willing to work on Jeep vehicles. Total waste…
Over the past year, the car has had 4 crank position sensors, new pig tails/connectors on the wire harness, a new throttle body, and a new MCM. The Jeep will randomly shut off without warning either at stoplights/traffic or on the highway at speed. While at speed, the car will "restart" itself, but if it stalls while stagnant a manual restart is necessary. When the stalling occurs, warning lights do not appear on the dash. Lately, however; the crank position code P0339 has come up with the check engine light. I recently experienced a crank position sensor code followed by a cylinder 3 misfire…
DURING DRIVING, THE CAR STALLS OUT, RPM GOES TO ZERO AND IT FLUCTUATES RANDOMLY EVEN DURING HIGHER SPEEDS ON HIGHWAYS AND STREETS. THIS RISKS AN AUTO ACCIDENT DUE TO LOSING POWER AT SPEEDS OF UP TO 70 MPH.
2015 Jeep Patriot: questions owners ask
Is the 2015 Jeep Patriot reliable?
NHTSA data alone cannot rate reliability, but it shows what owners reported. Owners filed 315 complaints with NHTSA about the 2015 Jeep Patriot; the most common categories were engine (103, 32.7%), electrical system (63, 20%), power train (50, 15.9%). There is 1 safety recall. 14 complaints mention a crash, 6 mention a fire, 20 injuries were reported.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Jeep Patriot?
Across 315 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the categories mentioned most often are engine (32.7% of complaints), electrical system (20% of complaints), power train (15.9% of complaints), vehicle speed control (12.4% of complaints), steering (9.5% of complaints). One complaint can name several components.
Does the 2015 Jeep Patriot have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2015 Jeep Patriot; the most recent (campaign 15V878000, 2015-12-23) concerns Steering: Hydraulic Power Assist: Hose, Piping, And Connections. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Why does my 2015 Jeep Patriot stall, lose power or shut off while driving?
88 of the 315 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2015 Jeep Patriot (27.9%) describe the engine stalling, losing power or shutting off while driving. One owner wrote: "Engine stalls/shuts off while driving. No warning given. Even after having my fuel pump and throttle body replaced, the issue still occured. There seems to be a recall for other vehicles but mine isnt listed." (NHTSA complaint 11563268, January 2024). If it happens to your car, check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls and report the problem to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations.
Why is the check engine light on in my 2015 Jeep Patriot?
27 of the 315 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2015 Jeep Patriot (8.6%) describe the check engine light coming on. One owner wrote: "Traction control brake light and ABS light all on at the same time took it to a honest mechanic mechanic shop and they said it was the ABS control module internal malfunction check engine light also came on" (NHTSA complaint 11762962, September 2026). If it happens to your car, check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls and report the problem to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations.
Why are the ABS and stability control lights on in my 2015 Jeep Patriot?
19 of the 315 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2015 Jeep Patriot (6%) describe ABS, traction or stability control warnings or faults. One owner wrote: "Traction control brake light and ABS light all on at the same time took it to a honest mechanic mechanic shop and they said it was the ABS control module internal malfunction check engine light also came on" (NHTSA complaint 11762962, September 2026). If it happens to your car, check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls and report the problem to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations.
Why does my 2015 Jeep Patriot idle rough, misfire or hesitate?
17 of the 315 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2015 Jeep Patriot (5.4%) describe rough idling, misfires or hesitation when accelerating. One owner wrote: "Two issues- First one the vehicle engine tends to randomly sputter like there is a dead cylinder. Which I have found by adding electric jell to the spark plug connector will make the problem go away for a short time." (NHTSA complaint 11462787, April 2022). If it happens to your car, check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls and report the problem to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations.
Why won't my 2015 Jeep Patriot start?
12 of the 315 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2015 Jeep Patriot (3.8%) describe the car failing to start. One owner wrote: "Vehicle fails to start multiple times when the battery and starter are in good condition. common fixes that are recommended are replacing the wcm or the relay box." (NHTSA complaint 11288344, December 2019). If it happens to your car, check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls and report the problem to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations.
Why does my 2015 Jeep Patriot overheat?
10 of the 315 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2015 Jeep Patriot (3.2%) describe the engine overheating or coolant loss. One owner wrote: "My jeep patriot will stall out on me unexpectedly while driving. i have had thousands of work done on it just for it to continue to happen. no shop has been able to figure out what is wrong due to no code showing up." (NHTSA complaint 11414043, April 2021). If it happens to your car, check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls and report the problem to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations.
Check your own Patriot
Counts are a starting point, not a verdict: popular models collect more complaints because more of them are on the road, and NHTSA does not verify individual reports. To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls (U.S.) or your registration at check-vehicle-recalls.service.gov.uk (UK). Had a safety problem? Report it to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations and recalls.
Data: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation recall and complaint databases (public domain), DVSA vehicle recalls (Open Government Licence v3.0), EU Safety Gate alerts (© European Union), retrieved October 25, 2026. Model year 2015 only.