2013 Jeep Patriot engine problems
25 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2013 Jeep Patriot — 21% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2013 Jeep Patriot. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V668000 (Seat Belts, Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was…”
filed Aug 9, 2024
“Cat converter below threshold bank 1 check engine light code read on obd2. Loss of power and acceleration, sluggish and unable to drive at highway speeds. Poor shifting and temperature ran higher then usual.”
filed May 3, 2022
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
Emissions Recall U67 - Catalytic Converter Efficiency - Dealer Notification (Revision 11)
U67 Combo Rev11 · Warranty Program/Extension · issued Jun 18, 2026
Engine problems in other Patriot years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 Patriot | 9 | 15% |
| 2016 Patriot | 222 | 49% |
| 2015 Patriot | 103 | 33% |
| 2014 Patriot | 156 | 28% |
| 2012 Patriot | 114 | 32% |
| 2011 Patriot | 66 | 20% |
| 2010 Patriot | 15 | 11% |
| 2009 Patriot | 35 | 18% |
| 2008 Patriot | 30 | 16% |
| 2007 Patriot | 16 | 17% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2013 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.