2011 Jeep Patriot structure problems
51 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the structure on the 2011 Jeep Patriot — 16% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2011 Jeep Patriot. The contact stated that while driving 20 MPH attempting to reverse, there was an abnormal sound coming from near the rear wheel. The contact inspected the vehicle and became aware that the sub frame was rusted. The vehicle was not towed to an independent…”
filed Sep 25, 2024
“The rear subframe has corroded through, causing the entire weight of the rear body to be improperly distributed. Per the Jeep service tech, this could cause a wheel to collapse. The vehicle is available for inspection at time of writing this. Jeep has inspected the vehicle and quoted for repair at…”
filed Jun 1, 2023
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
Approved Use of Weld Through Primers This bulletin documents the FCA US LLC position regarding the use of weld through primer when using Squeeze Type Resistance Spot Welding (STRSW) and Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW)…
3100122 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Aug 19, 2022
Structure problems in other Patriot years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 Patriot | 2 | 3% |
| 2016 Patriot | 13 | 3% |
| 2015 Patriot | 6 | 2% |
| 2014 Patriot | 14 | 3% |
| 2013 Patriot | 4 | 3% |
| 2012 Patriot | 14 | 4% |
| 2010 Patriot | 11 | 8% |
| 2009 Patriot | 48 | 25% |
| 2008 Patriot | 44 | 24% |
| 2007 Patriot | 5 | 5% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2011 Jeep Patriot
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.