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2017 Jeep Patriot problems, recalls and owner complaints
What the 2017 Jeep Patriot has been recalled for and what owners report, from official government data. Updated October 25, 2026.
- 0safety recalls
- 59owner complaints
- 7crash reports
- 1fire report
- 10injuries reported
The least complained-about Jeep Patriot year on file: 59 complaints, against an average of 359 for the other model years.
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What goes wrong with the 2017 Jeep Patriot?
The components named most often in the 59 owner complaints. One complaint can name several, so the shares can add up to more than 100%.
What symptoms do 2017 Jeep Patriot owners describe?
Found by reading the text of all 59 owner complaints. Tap a symptom for the answer, a real owner quote and any related recall.
- Why does my 2017 Jeep Patriot stall, lose power or shut off while driving?6 owners · 10.2%
- Why does my 2017 Jeep Patriot overheat?4 owners · 6.8%
- Why does the seat belt not latch or retract properly in my 2017 Jeep Patriot?4 owners · 6.8%
- Why is the check engine light on in my 2017 Jeep Patriot?3 owners · 5.1%
Has the 2017 Jeep Patriot been recalled?
NHTSA lists no safety recalls for the 2017 Jeep Patriot as of October 25, 2026. Recalls can be issued at any time, so check your VIN before you rely on this.
Is the 2017 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.
What do 2017 Jeep Patriot owners report?
12 of the 59 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.
THE SECURITY SYSTEM MODULE MALFUNCTIONED AND SHUT DOWN THE CAR. THE GARAGE RESET THE MUDULE BUT IT KEEPS SHUTTING DOWN. THE MECHANIC TOLD ME THE CAR HAS TO BE RETURNED TO THE DEALER FOR SERVICE - ONLY THEY CAN FIX IT.
Driver headrest AHR has deployed without any accident or incident. Car is under 100,000 miles. Dealer advises there is no recall or extended warranty on this issue, however research shows other jeep vehicles manufactured at the same time with extended warranty. Safety now at risk as no repair for factory issue and headrest now pushes head out of alignment with the seat.
New pads, rotor, caliper, and wheel hub installed. After driving around 200 miles, approximately 10 days later, while applying the brakes, the rear wheel locked. This caused a roll over crash.
I am writing to formally express my deep concern and frustration regarding the persistent electrical issues with my 2017 Jeep Patriot, which I purchased in November 2018 with approximately 18,000 miles. Just two days after purchasing, I began experiencing electrical malfunctions. I returned to the selling dealership, who claimed they found no issue but performed a tune-up. Over the years, the problems persisted, and despite numerous visits to authorized dealerships, I was repeatedly given temporary repairs with no permanent resolution. Eventually, a recall was issued, but by that time, I was…
Active head restraint deployed when not in accident
This is an update to my claim report #11532893 filed on July 18th, 2023, Regarding the spontaneous deployment of the AHR injuring and startling me, believing I was being attacked from behind. I have undergone an ACDF c4-7 fusion, TBI diagnosis, and speech therapy treatments for cognitive speech impairment, Depression, PTSD and anxiety Chrysler stated to me that, in essence, there is virtually zero chance of harm from a random deployment of a defective AHR. I have learned that the FCA now admits there is oil contamination and that they began washing parts with alcohol in August of 2017 to rid…
Was driving on highway about 70 mph and check engine light, red lightning bolt symbol, and traction control lights all came on wasn't able to accelerate and vehicle wouldn't go above 30 mph. It's been in and out of dealerships since May and is still not fixed with no explanation why it's doing it . I have 1000 miles until my warranty is up . Could anyone take a look at this !
Exhaust manifold crack causing fumes into cabin. Had a local shop diagnose the problem
The contact owns a 2017 Jeep Patriot. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, several attempts were needed before the vehicle would start. The contact stated that while accelerating, the transmission was slipping. Additionally, while driving at various speeds, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled without warning. There was a warning light indicating that the vehicle needed to be serviced. The contact took the vehicle to a certified mechanic who diagnosed that the throttle body had failed due to an air intake failure. The contact was informed that the throttle body…
Vehicle position in drive waiting for for a Walmart customer to vacate parking spot when I tried to proceed into the parking spot the car just stopped,tried to restart after putting the truck in park, when the key was turned to start, nothing...hazard lights would not come, could not move the shift into neutral to push to safe location, passenger door and backdoors would not unlock, truck would not open, everything just locked making the car not movable at all...is there a reason for the truck to have just stop.
The contact owns a 2017 Jeep Patriot. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at undisclosed speeds, the vehicle drove over a bump in the road and the air bag warning lights illuminated. The contact then stated that the front driver’s side seat belt made a beeping sound. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer was not notified of the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was advised to call the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 45,000
The contact owns a 2017 Jeep Patriot. The contact stated that while driving at 25-30 MPH and approaching a stoplight, the brake pedal was depressed but failed to respond and stuck on the floorboard. The contact stated that the vehicle inadvertently accelerated and crashed into the rear of another vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated. The air bags failed to deploy. The contact was knocked unconscious. The contact stated that his girlfriend sustained knee injuries and his mother sustained a laceration on the face, but none of them sought medical assistance. A police report was…
2017 Jeep Patriot: questions owners ask
Is the 2017 Jeep Patriot reliable?
NHTSA data alone cannot rate reliability, but it shows what owners reported. Owners filed 59 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 Jeep Patriot; the most common categories were power train (15, 25.4%), engine (9, 15.3%), air bags (8, 13.6%). There are no safety recalls listed for this model year. 7 complaints mention a crash, 1 mentions a fire, 10 injuries were reported.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Jeep Patriot?
Across 59 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the categories mentioned most often are power train (25.4% of complaints), engine (15.3% of complaints), air bags (13.6% of complaints), electrical system (13.6% of complaints), seat belts (10.2% of complaints). One complaint can name several components.
Does the 2017 Jeep Patriot have any recalls?
As of October 2026, NHTSA lists no safety recalls for the 2017 Jeep Patriot. Recalls can be issued at any time, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Why does my 2017 Jeep Patriot stall, lose power or shut off while driving?
6 of the 59 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2017 Jeep Patriot (10.2%) describe the engine stalling, losing power or shutting off while driving. One owner wrote: "Driving in stop and go traffic and vehicle stalled. Took several attempts to restart engine. This has happened on several occasions." (NHTSA complaint 11498845, December 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 does my 2017 Jeep Patriot overheat?
4 of the 59 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2017 Jeep Patriot (6.8%) describe the engine overheating or coolant loss. One owner wrote: "Car continues to overheat and shut down. This issue has happened on multiple occasions in normal traffic. This is the 3rd or 4th time in the last 3 months." (NHTSA complaint 11527532, June 2023). 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 the seat belt not latch or retract properly in my 2017 Jeep Patriot?
4 of the 59 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2017 Jeep Patriot (6.8%) describe seat belts not latching, retracting or locking. One owner wrote: "When a person sits down and buckles up on the front passenger seat the seat belt sensor chimes. it doesn't matter if the engine is off/on or in motion when the seat belt is buckled the seat belt chime will go activate." (NHTSA complaint 11291821, 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 is the check engine light on in my 2017 Jeep Patriot?
3 of the 59 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2017 Jeep Patriot (5.1%) describe the check engine light coming on. One owner wrote: "Was driving on highway about 70 mph and check engine light, red lightning bolt symbol, and traction control lights all came on wasn't able to accelerate and vehicle wouldn't go above 30 mph." (NHTSA complaint 11623836, November 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.
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), retrieved October 25, 2026. Model year 2017 only.