2012 Jeep Patriot fuel system, gasoline problems
15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the fuel system, gasoline on the 2012 Jeep Patriot — 4% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2012 Jeep Patriot. The contact stated that on several occasions, while attempting to refuel the vehicle, the gas pump shut off and only worked manually. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis, and it was determined that the fuel tank needed to be replaced…”
filed Jan 9, 2026
“The contact owns a 2012 Jeep Patriot. The contact stated that while attempting to refuel the vehicle, fuel was pouring from the fuel tank. There were no warning lights illuminated. The local dealer was not contacted or notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact…”
filed Nov 14, 2022
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- Due to an incorrectly manufactured transfer tube, the transfer of fuel from the secondary…Campaign 13V120000 · Apr 3, 2013
- Fuel System, GasolineCampaign 12V142000 · Apr 3, 2012
Fuel System, Gasoline problems in other Patriot years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 Patriot | 1 | 2% |
| 2016 Patriot | 2 | 0% |
| 2015 Patriot | 1 | 0% |
| 2013 Patriot | 2 | 2% |
| 2011 Patriot | 3 | 1% |
| 2009 Patriot | 3 | 2% |
| 2008 Patriot | 7 | 4% |
| 2007 Patriot | 3 | 3% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2012 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.