The most-reported Patriot run is 1C4NJPBA5ED (2014 builds) with 25 complaints, 5.7× the typical run. Engine problems make up 23% of reports; 2016 is the worst model year at 6.3 complaints per run; NHTSA lists 10 recall campaigns for Patriot model years 2009–2016.
Which build runs owners report most
A production run is the first 11 characters of the VIN: plant, model year, body and engine. The Jeep Patriot has 682 of them on record. The five runs at the top of this table hold 4% of every Patriot complaint on file.
| Production run (VIN 1–11) | Year | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1C4NJPBA5ED•••••• | 2014 | 2 | 1 | |
| 1J8FF28W98D•••••• | 2008 | — | — | |
| 1J4NF1GB9BD•••••• | 2011 | 2 | — | |
| 1C4NJRFB9ED•••••• | 2014 | — | — | |
| 1J8FF28W78D•••••• | 2008 | — | — | |
| 1C4NJRFBXGD•••••• | 2016 | 1 | — | |
| 1J8FF28W88D•••••• | 2008 | — | — | |
| 1J8FF28W28D•••••• | 2008 | — | 2 | |
| 1C4NJPBA7ED•••••• | 2014 | — | — | |
| 1C4NJPBA1ED•••••• | 2014 | 1 | — | |
| 1J4NF1GB7BD•••••• | 2011 | 1 | — | |
| 1C4NJPBA2ED•••••• | 2014 | — | — |
Each of the other 670 Patriot runs has 17 complaints or fewer. ForCar has checked 67 Patriot VINs so far, most often 2016, 2017, 2014 builds; 2 of them belong to one of the 12 runs above.
Which model years to check twice
Complaints per production run, so a year that simply sold more does not top the list. On the Jeep Patriot the gap between build years is 3.7×: a 2016 car draws 6.3 complaints per run, a 2017 one 1.7.
| Year | Per run | Complaints | Runs | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 56 | 33 | 7 | |
| 2016 | 437 | 69 | 23 | |
| 2015 | 296 | 63 | 13 | |
| 2014 | 509 | 92 | 28 | |
| 2013 | 102 | 49 | 2 | |
| 2012 | 310 | 79 | 7 | |
| 2011 | 294 | 58 | 18 | |
| 2010 | 163 | 67 | 8 | |
| 2009 | 248 | 79 | 5 | |
| 2008 | 368 | 58 | 5 | |
| 2007 | 222 | 49 | 2 |
Heaviest year here is 2016 at 6.3 complaints per run; lightest is 2017 at 1.7.
What to inspect on this car
One system accounts for 23% of everything Jeep Patriot owners report: Engine, 777 of 3,005 complaints. Start the pre-purchase inspection there.
| System | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 11 | 8 | |
| Power Train | 8 | 3 | |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 4 | — | |
| Electrical System | 8 | 15 | |
| Air Bags | 74 | 2 | |
| Unknown Or Other | 10 | 5 | |
| Suspension | 5 | 2 | |
| Structure | 10 | 9 |
Recalls to check against your VIN
NHTSA has 10 recall campaigns on the Jeep Patriot; the 6 below cover build years 2010 to 2016. These are for the model and year; whether one is still open on a given car, only that VIN can tell.
| Campaign | Component | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| 16V668000 | Seat Belts:pretensioner | 2010–2014 |
| 13V233000 | Air Bags:side/window | 2010–2012 |
| 16V907000 | Engine And Engine Cooling:engine | 2016 |
| 15V878000 | Steering:hydraulic Power Assist:hose, Piping, And Connections | 2015 |
| 13V552000 | Engine | 2014 |
| 13V120000 | Fuel System, Gasoline | 2012 |
16V668000 was opened in 2016 on cars built from 2010: 6 years on the road before the recall.
The Patriot against its rivals
The Patriot draws 4.4 complaints per production run; the Subaru XV CrossTrek 1.5. That is the highest rate of the 2.
| Model | Complaints | Runs | Per run | Involved a crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jeep Patriot | 3,005 | 682 | 3.9% | |
| Subaru XV CrossTrek | 264 | 175 | 8% |
How serious were they
Of the 3,005 reports on the Jeep Patriot, 3.9% involved a crash against 5.8% across all vehicles, below the norm.
| Outcome | Jeep Patriot | All vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints filed | 3,005 | 1,115,966 |
| Involved a crash | 118 (3.9%) | 64,194 (5.8%) |
| Involved a fire | 39 (1.3%) | 26,974 (2.4%) |
| Injuries reported | 119 | 58,013 |
| Deaths reported | 6 | 2,728 |
Crash-related reports run 33% below the all-vehicle rate.
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How this check works
The file behind this page holds 1,115,966 complaints filed with NHTSA between 1981 and 2026, across 298,921 production runs. The Jeep Patriot share of that is 3,005 complaints over 682 runs, 0.27% of everything on record.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a Jeep Patriot VIN for free?
Enter the 17 characters above. ForCar matches the first eleven, the production run, against 3,005 NHTSA complaints from 682 Patriot runs and 10 recall campaigns. No account, no card.
Which Patriot production run has the most complaints?
1C4NJPBA5ED, a 2014 build, with 25 complaints, 2 of them after a crash. The typical Patriot run has 4.4.
Which Patriot years have the most complaints?
Per production run, 2016 is heaviest at 6.3 complaints per run and 2017 lightest at 1.7.
Does the Patriot get more complaints than the Subaru XV CrossTrek?
Yes: 4.4 complaints per production run for the Patriot against 1.5 for the Subaru XV CrossTrek.
How many Patriot complaints involve a crash?
3.9% of 3,005 reports, against 5.8% across all vehicles; 39 involved a fire.
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