2012 Jeep Patriot vs 2013 Jeep Patriot
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2012 Jeep Patriot | 2013 Jeep Patriot |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 353 | 120 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 100 | 92 |
| Investigations | 3 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 9 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–25 | 21–25 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 57,000 mi | 52,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Jeep Patriot | Jeep Patriot |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 114 | 25 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 86 | 7 |
| Air Bags | 56 | 33 |
| Power Train | 63 | 19 |
| Seat Belts | 36 | 23 |
| Electrical System | 44 | 11 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 29 | 7 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 12 | 8 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 91 | 17 |
| Loss of power | 28 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 22 | 10 |
| Overheating | 19 | 13 |
| Hesitation / surging | 11 | 5 |
| Rust / corrosion | 10 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 5 | 0 |
2012 Jeep Patriot
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.