Jeep Patriot problems by year
2,778 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across 12 Jeep Patriot model years. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Complaint totals are lifetime counts — years that have been on the road longer accumulate more reports.
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Most reported problem | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Fewer complaints | 59 | 0 | Power Train | |
| 2016 Most complained | 455 | 1 | Engine | |
| 2015 | 313 | 1 | Engine | |
| 2014 Most complained | 548 | 2 | Engine | |
| 2013 | 120 | 1 | Air Bags | |
| 2012 | 353 | 4 | Engine | |
| 2011 | 325 | 4 | Engine | |
| 2010 | 136 | 2 | Fuel/propulsion System | |
| 2009 | 191 | 1 | Structure | |
| 2008 | 184 | 0 | Structure | |
| 2007 | 94 | 0 | Fuel/propulsion System | |
| 2002 Fewer complaints | 3 | 0 | — |
How to read this. Complaints are unverified reports owners file with NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation, counted once per case number. Raw totals are not adjusted for sales volume, and recent model years have had less time on the road. “Most complained” flags years well above the model’s median; treat it as a signal for deeper research, not a verdict. This page is not affiliated with Jeep.