10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
4 / 1
Injuries / Deaths:
1 / 0
Average Mileage:
33,377 miles

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problem #20

Apr 022018

Patriot

  • 49,000 miles
Tamara recall - I purchased my 2016 Jeep Patriot in March of 2018 and after the purchase I noticed that the car did not have any pick and go and also at time it feel like the car is going to just stop when I am driving it. I have had it looked at but was told that nothing could be found. There is something wrong with this carm

- Reynoldsburg, OH, USA

problem #19

Jul 042018

Patriot

  • 45,156 miles
The contact owns a 2016 Jeep Patriot. While depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to accelerate and stalled. The contact stated that the same failure occurred every time the vehicle attempted to exceed 40 mph. The dealer (hertrich Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of elkton, 1147 E pulaski hwy, elkton, md 21921) was contacted, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 45,156.

- Townsend, DE, USA

problem #18

Oct 212016

Patriot 4-cyl

  • 4,500 miles
While driving slowly (~10 mph) sb I prepared to make a right-turn (wb), in the only lane that turns right. As I neared the intersection the light turned green, enabling me and the (1) lane on my left to go (it goes sb). No car was ahead of me (to turn). The street I was turning onto had one (wb) lane, and two lanes (stopped), that go eb. Note: (may be relevant), I frequently down-shift (automatic) transmissions (using the "paddles" or "buttons", whatever's on the shift column), on all automatic trans. Cars I drive, when I slow down. I do this to save wear & tear on my brakes, when approaching stop-signs or red-lights. I down shift gradually, just like on a manual trans. When it's time to go, I hold the paddle in the "up-shift" mode, until I see "drive" on the trans. Indicator. In this accident, as the light turned green (the trans. Was in a low gear), I held the paddle in "up-shift" mode (note: I may have clicked the paddle 1 gear up before it went to "drive", I don't remember), and started the turn, barely pressing the accelerator. When I was appr. Halfway (45 degrees) into the turn (pointed swb at the opposite two lanes), I felt the engine "stagger" (like if you accidentally shift a manual trans. Into a high gear but you meant a low gear), and in a fraction of a second-the car rocketed ahead (I heard rpms) slamming me into the wb car(s) so fast, I didn't even make 90 degrees, nor could I brake (I tried). The 1st car impacted went backward (and to the right) hitting the car behind, and hit the car in the right lane. Note: 1. Jeep was totaled. 2. this accident was in dry weather, mid-morning @ intersection I drive nearly every day. 3.the airbag failed & I was briefly knocked-out w/some injuries. 4. this is not: " I hit the gas but meant the brake" case, I went from slow to rocket-ship. 5. I've been driving > 40 years w/O accident. 5. I'm a Pilot w/good reflexes.

- Daly City, CA, USA

problem #17

May 152018

Patriot

  • 41,688 miles
Jeep in motion, engine stalls at varies speeds multiple times in a row. Headed straight or turning, had to call tow truck but after 20 minutes I tried to turn over my Jeep and it started. This happened 3 different times before arriving home. Kept call center rep. On phone until I was 2 miles away from my home. 1 time Jeep paused like not getting gas then I pressed the pedal and it accelerated (all right in the middle of intersection) then drove the remaining mile and a 1/4 home while on phone with husband. Advance auto told me possible fuel issue, I added lucas fuel system cleaner. Now looking at recalls online and reading about camshaft or crankshaft sensor. Miles on Jeep 41688.

- Vero Beach, FL, USA

problem #16

Mar 122018

Patriot

  • 34,000 miles
Vehicle loses power unpredictably while in motion. Occurs in various scenarios, including during a complete stop, accelerating, decelerating, and cruising (occurs at all speeds 0-75 mph). Vehicle maintains electrical power but loses thrust, power steering, and brake pressure. Car needs to be turned off, and on occasion the engine will not turn over when attempting to re-start. Will have to wait several minutes. Occurs mostly after the vehicle has been driving for at least a short distance, then turned off for 5-10 minutes minimum. When vehicle restarts, the operator is at risk for failure. Jeep dealership has replaced the trottle body and issue persisted. Returned to Jeep, they replicated the engine failure but cannot identify an issue.

- Tyngsborough, MA, USA

problem #15

Feb 262018

Patriot

  • 44,000 miles
The contact owns a 2016 Jeep Patriot. While driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle lost all power and the check engine indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to sacramento Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram (3610 fulton ave, sacramento, ca 95821) where it was diagnosed that the crankshaft sensor failed. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign number: 16V907000 (engine and engine cooling), but the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 44,000.

- N. Highland, CA, USA

problem #14

Mar 132018

Patriot

  • 32,000 miles
The contact owns a 2016 Jeep Patriot. While driving 55 mph, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was restarted and driven to superior Dodge Chrysler Jeep (1201 exchange ave, conway, ar 72032), but no failures could be found. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 32,000.

- Quitman, AR, USA

problem #13

Dec 012017

Patriot

  • miles
Engine will not start unless I press on the brake and put the car in drive, then back in park. It does this everyday.

- Little Rock, AR, USA

problem #12

Aug 102017

Patriot

  • 30,000 miles
The engine feels like it is stalling.

- Killen, AL, USA

problem #11

Aug 282017

Patriot

  • 50,000 miles
The contact owns a 2016 Jeep Patriot. The contact stated that while driving at 70 mph, the vehicle jerked, the ABS and traction warning lights illuminated. The vehicle failed to accelerate and gradually lost power. The contact pulled over to the side of the road. The contact turned off and turned on the vehicle and was able to drive normally. The contact also stated that while driving at various speeds, the engine stalled, the ABS and traction warning light illuminated. The contact pulled over to the side of the road. The contact turned off and turned on the vehicle and was able to drive normally. The vehicle was taken to the dealer (Washington nc Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Fiat located at 4001 U.S. 264 West, Washington, nc 27889) where it was diagnosed that the passenger side wheel sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that two days after the repair was done the same failure recurred several other times. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and was made aware of the failure. The manufacturer stated that a case manager would call the contact. A case number was provided but the contact did not have the number. The approximate failure mileage was 50,000.

- Grimesland, NC, USA

problem #10

Sep 072017

Patriot

  • 35,790 miles
The contact owns a 2016 Jeep Patriot. While driving, the electronic throttle, electronic stability control off, and malfunction indicators illuminated. Also, the engine stalled and lost power. The vehicle was towed to the independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the electronic throttle control needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that no recall was associated with the vehicle. No further assistance was offered. The approximate failure mileage was 35,790.

- Tucson, AZ, USA

problem #9

Dec 132015

Patriot 4WD 4-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
The contact owns a 2016 Jeep Patriot. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16V907000 (engine and engine cooling); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was contact at 520-258-6076 and confirmed that the part was not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and was not able to confirm when the part would be available. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect...updated 07/21/17 the consumer stated the dealer/manufacturer refused to send the available parts to a dealer that is closer in order for the repair to be completed. Updated 07/25/2017

- Tucson, AZ, USA

problem #8

Feb 282017

Patriot

  • miles
The contact owns a 2016 Jeep Patriot. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16V907000 (engine and engine cooling); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The contact was placed on a waiting list. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue, but could not confirm when the parts would be available. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

- Pittsburgh, PA, USA

problem #7

Apr 142017

Patriot

  • 11,000 miles
On 4/12/17 at approximately 5:30 pm I was driving my Jeep of 11,000 miles on it. Still a new car. It started running as if loosing power. I pulled off of highway to see what was happening. I pulled hood release it did not open. I looked under Jeep to attempt to get hood open as an police officer pulled up beside car to see if I was ok. As he began to ask this and I turned to reply. Car burst into flames. Officer attempted to use fire extinguisher but it did not help and by the time fire department arrived it was a total loss. Fire raged so hot it melted the front seat head rests and the entire front of Jeep is gone. Perhaps by pulling over is the only reason I am still alive. I have a lot of documents and pictures. In these documents I have word for word of Chrysler Jeep refusing to do an investigation on why this car burned..

- Black Canyon, AZ, USA

problem #6

Dec 012016

Patriot

  • miles
The contact owns a 2016 Jeep Patriot. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16V907000 (engine and engine cooling). The part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and advised the contact to call another dealer location. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

- Pasadena, MD, USA

problem #5

Feb 032017

Patriot

  • miles
The contact owns a 2016 Jeep Patriot. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16V907000 (engine) regarding the crankshaft; however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

- Elmwood Park, IL, USA

problem #4

Feb 112016

Patriot

  • miles
The engine light was on. When trying to drive the vehicle it would have a hard start and the vehicle would shake and loose power.

- Killeen, TX, USA

problem #3

May 122016

Patriot

  • miles
I purchased this vehicle 2 and a half weeks ago and it has been back to the dealer 4 times because of the check engine light. The first time they stated it was a sensor for the breaks. Second, time they stated, for the same thing a brake sensor. Third, time they said the sensor was bad. Now for the fourth time they are saying it's a module. No, it's time for a new truck a 2016 Jeep should not have the engine light come on at all!!!!!!!!!!!!!! it's time to be in the process to file the lemon law because the car has been back up their four times maybe even more for the check engine light.

- Capitol Heights, MD, USA

problem #2

Mar 012016

Patriot

  • 3,100 miles
Vehicle stalled while driving and stopping.

- Fort Campbell, KY, USA

problem #1

Feb 042016

Patriot

  • 2,928 miles
The contact owns a 2016 Jeep Patriot. The contact stated that the engine warning light remained illuminated and the vehicle swerved to the left while driving. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The VIN was not available. The manufacturer was not notified. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 2,928.

- Brewton, AL, USA