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Jeep Patriot 2008 Safety Reports and Reviews



Jeep Patriot 2008 Reviews



Jeep Patriot 2008 Structure Body

Jeep Patriot 2008 Structure Body Review #10554643

JEEP PATRIOT 2008 car safety problem was reported on June 26, 2013.JEEP PATRIOT 2008, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY . i parked my manual transmission in the bank flat parking lot. i put it in n' and pulled the e brake and placed my keys in the cup holder of the jeep. i walked inside and waited in line until someone told me a red jeep was going backwards down the main road. i ran out of the bank, down the road to find my jeep stopped by a brick wall with the brake still pulled. not only did it drive backwards on a very busy road it made a left hand turn out of the parking lot and then again at the light where it ran into the wall. lucky for everyone it was a good driver and did not hit anyone or any car. two men who recovered the jeep where shocked to find no one in it. *tr.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 80000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1J8FT28W58D. Jeep Patriot 2008 problem was reported in CLAYTON, OH. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS.

Jeep Patriot 2008 Service Brakes

Jeep Patriot 2008 Service Brakes Review #10554643

JEEP PATRIOT 2008 car safety problem was reported on June 26, 2013.JEEP PATRIOT 2008, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES . i parked my manual transmission in the bank flat parking lot. i put it in n' and pulled the e brake and placed my keys in the cup holder of the jeep. i walked inside and waited in line until someone told me a red jeep was going backwards down the main road. i ran out of the bank, down the road to find my jeep stopped by a brick wall with the brake still pulled. not only did it drive backwards on a very busy road it made a left hand turn out of the parking lot and then again at the light where it ran into the wall. lucky for everyone it was a good driver and did not hit anyone or any car. two men who recovered the jeep where shocked to find no one in it. *tr.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 80000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1J8FT28W58D. Jeep Patriot 2008 problem was reported in CLAYTON, OH. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS.

Jeep Patriot 2008 Vehicle Speed Control

Jeep Patriot 2008 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10562380

JEEP PATRIOT 2008 car safety problem was reported on Jan 08, 2014.JEEP PATRIOT 2008, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . the car was in drive, however the gas pedal was not accelerating the car. it jerked several times and felt like it was going to stall then the electronic throttle light came on for a short time then went out- i took it to my mechanic he confirmed the car needed the throttle body however there are none on long island there are more then 450 on backorder coming from overseas!!!! it has happened intermittently for the past week and i cannot get it fixed. i am afraid the it is dangerous. apparently if i am not able to find this part on long island this may be an issue that jeep chrysler should be addressing. there are only 60k miles on this car. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 60600 miles. Jeep Patriot 2008 problem was reported in DIX HILLS, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 15 mph.

Jeep Patriot 2008 Fuel/propulsion System

Jeep Patriot 2008 Fuel/propulsion System Review #10562380

JEEP PATRIOT 2008 car safety problem was reported on Jan 08, 2014.JEEP PATRIOT 2008, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM . the car was in drive, however the gas pedal was not accelerating the car. it jerked several times and felt like it was going to stall then the electronic throttle light came on for a short time then went out- i took it to my mechanic he confirmed the car needed the throttle body however there are none on long island there are more then 450 on backorder coming from overseas!!!! it has happened intermittently for the past week and i cannot get it fixed. i am afraid the it is dangerous. apparently if i am not able to find this part on long island this may be an issue that jeep chrysler should be addressing. there are only 60k miles on this car. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 60600 miles. Jeep Patriot 2008 problem was reported in DIX HILLS, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 15 mph.

Jeep Patriot 2008 Electrical System

Jeep Patriot 2008 Electrical System Review #10562380

JEEP PATRIOT 2008 car safety problem was reported on Jan 08, 2014.JEEP PATRIOT 2008, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . the car was in drive, however the gas pedal was not accelerating the car. it jerked several times and felt like it was going to stall then the electronic throttle light came on for a short time then went out- i took it to my mechanic he confirmed the car needed the throttle body however there are none on long island there are more then 450 on backorder coming from overseas!!!! it has happened intermittently for the past week and i cannot get it fixed. i am afraid the it is dangerous. apparently if i am not able to find this part on long island this may be an issue that jeep chrysler should be addressing. there are only 60k miles on this car. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 60600 miles. Jeep Patriot 2008 problem was reported in DIX HILLS, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 15 mph.

Jeep Patriot 2008 Power Train

Jeep Patriot 2008 Power Train Review #10567168

JEEP PATRIOT 2008 car safety problem was reported on July 24, 2012.JEEP PATRIOT 2008, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with POWER TRAIN . we bought this vehicle for our son, who is off at college. traveling thru kansas on i-70 returning from vacation, the transmission overheated. vehicle slowed to 20 mph in traffic with no warning. had to drive on shoulder to exit ramp and let the transmission cooled down. took it to dealer and they could not find any diagnostic codes, so they couldn't fix it. this has happened 5 more times since then. most recently, traveling in 25 degree weather at 70 mph. took it back to dealer and was told they couldn't fix it. finally, they admitted that he cvt transmission is the problem, but they won't fix it. chrysler needs to step up their customer service and fix their poorly designed vehicles. but they are unwilling to work with the customer. the vehicle resale value is in the tank because of this problem. this is a very dangerous situation for any body driving this vehicle. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 40000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1J8FF28WXX8. Jeep Patriot 2008 problem was reported in WESTMINSTER, CO. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 75 mph.

Jeep Patriot 2008 Power Train Review #10569218

JEEP PATRIOT 2008 car safety problem was reported on Mar 11, 2014.JEEP PATRIOT 2008, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with POWER TRAIN . i was driving over the bridge going 40 mph and i notice that the etc light came on. i attempted to turn off the vehicle, wait a few minutes and turn the vehicle back on. the etc light came back on. i had the vehicle towed to the repair facility and service advisor told me that my throttle body went out. the service advisor indicated that none of the dealerships have the part and none of the auto parts have an aftermarket. the service advisor indicated that there is a national back order of 18000 and they don?t know when i can get as part of my vehicle. i called jeep cac and they told me that there is nothing that they can do. this is the first time i owned a jeep vehicle and very upset. of all the vehicles that i owned, i never heard that the dealership not having the part in stock. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 99000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1J8FT28W78D. Jeep Patriot 2008 problem was reported in ST PETERSBURG, FL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph.

Jeep Patriot 2008 Electrical System

Jeep Patriot 2008 Electrical System Review #10569218

JEEP PATRIOT 2008 car safety problem was reported on Mar 11, 2014.JEEP PATRIOT 2008, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . i was driving over the bridge going 40 mph and i notice that the etc light came on. i attempted to turn off the vehicle, wait a few minutes and turn the vehicle back on. the etc light came back on. i had the vehicle towed to the repair facility and service advisor told me that my throttle body went out. the service advisor indicated that none of the dealerships have the part and none of the auto parts have an aftermarket. the service advisor indicated that there is a national back order of 18000 and they don?t know when i can get as part of my vehicle. i called jeep cac and they told me that there is nothing that they can do. this is the first time i owned a jeep vehicle and very upset. of all the vehicles that i owned, i never heard that the dealership not having the part in stock. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 99000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1J8FT28W78D. Jeep Patriot 2008 problem was reported in ST PETERSBURG, FL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph.

Jeep Patriot 2008 Service Brakes

Jeep Patriot 2008 Service Brakes Review #10574693

JEEP PATRIOT 2008 car safety problem was reported on Mar 21, 2014.JEEP PATRIOT 2008, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES . i took my jeep patriot 2008 to get two new tires. i was told the rear axle is rusted and car unsafe to drive. thank god i needed tires. with less than 100,000 miles on my jeep about 87,000 i do not feel this is regular wear and tear and is a definite safety concern. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1J8FF28W35D. Jeep Patriot 2008 problem was reported in DOUGLASSVILLE, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Jeep Patriot 2008 Suspension Rear

Jeep Patriot 2008 Suspension Rear Review #10574693

JEEP PATRIOT 2008 car safety problem was reported on Mar 21, 2014.JEEP PATRIOT 2008, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with SUSPENSION:REAR . i took my jeep patriot 2008 to get two new tires. i was told the rear axle is rusted and car unsafe to drive. thank god i needed tires. with less than 100,000 miles on my jeep about 87,000 i do not feel this is regular wear and tear and is a definite safety concern. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1J8FF28W35D. Jeep Patriot 2008 problem was reported in DOUGLASSVILLE, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Jeep Patriot 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling

Jeep Patriot 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling Review #10577986

JEEP PATRIOT 2008 car safety problem was reported on Mar 04, 2014.JEEP PATRIOT 2008, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . i took the jeep in for a oil change. while it was up in the air the mechanic was able to show me that the engine cradle was badly rusted and needs to be replaced. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 80000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1J8FF48WX8D. Jeep Patriot 2008 problem was reported in YPSILANTI, MI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS.

Jeep Patriot 2008 Structure

Jeep Patriot 2008 Structure Review #10577986

JEEP PATRIOT 2008 car safety problem was reported on Mar 04, 2014.JEEP PATRIOT 2008, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with STRUCTURE . i took the jeep in for a oil change. while it was up in the air the mechanic was able to show me that the engine cradle was badly rusted and needs to be replaced. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 80000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1J8FF48WX8D. Jeep Patriot 2008 problem was reported in YPSILANTI, MI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS.

Jeep Patriot 2008 Power Train

Jeep Patriot 2008 Power Train Review #10577986

JEEP PATRIOT 2008 car safety problem was reported on Mar 04, 2014.JEEP PATRIOT 2008, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with POWER TRAIN . i took the jeep in for a oil change. while it was up in the air the mechanic was able to show me that the engine cradle was badly rusted and needs to be replaced. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 80000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1J8FF48WX8D. Jeep Patriot 2008 problem was reported in YPSILANTI, MI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS.

Jeep Patriot 2008 Engine

Jeep Patriot 2008 Engine Review #10592380

JEEP PATRIOT 2008 car safety problem was reported on May 01, 2013.JEEP PATRIOT 2008, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with ENGINE . when driving my jeep in the warmer months, if i travel for more than 30 miles or so the transmission light comes on and then the vehicle seizes. this happens without much notice and last week my daughter was almost involved in an accident because the car just stopped in the middle of the road. driving on the san diego 405 freeway is dangerous enough however; i am going to land up getting killed if this is not taken care of. i have contacted my dealer and they say there is nothing they can do about it. will it take a class action suit before chrysler decides to recall this extremely serious condition??? *js.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 55000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1J8FF28W28D. Jeep Patriot 2008 problem was reported in RIDGECREST, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Jeep Patriot 2008 drive type:4WD. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph.

Jeep Patriot 2008 Power Train

Jeep Patriot 2008 Power Train Review #10593878

JEEP PATRIOT 2008 car safety problem was reported on May 28, 2009.JEEP PATRIOT 2008, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with POWER TRAIN . any time i take a long trip (1hr +) or i'm in heavy traffic my transmission light comes on accompanied with a whining noise and loss of power. i live in phoenix, arizona, so temps in the summer are extremely high. my wife was heading to flagstaff one day in mid august she lost power to our patriot and couldn't go over 40mph. she was stuck in 115 degree heat for over one hour waiting for the vehicle to cool down. she had to repeat this three different time until she made it to her destination. i almost was rear ended when i lost power in the city trying to get off the road. creates dangerous driving conditions!! *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 28000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1J8FT28W58D. Jeep Patriot 2008 problem was reported in PHOENIX, AZ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph.

Jeep Patriot 2008 Steering

Jeep Patriot 2008 Steering Review #10594726

JEEP PATRIOT 2008 car safety problem was reported on May 29, 2014.JEEP PATRIOT 2008, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with STEERING . the left tie rod is bad and has to be replaced. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 65000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1J8FF28WX8D. Jeep Patriot 2008 problem was reported in VILAS, NC. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS.

Jeep Patriot 2008 Exterior Lighting

Jeep Patriot 2008 Exterior Lighting Review #10596754

JEEP PATRIOT 2008 car safety problem was reported on Dec 05, 2013.JEEP PATRIOT 2008, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING . after snow melts or heavy rain the rear dome light fills with water & leaks on to floor. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 20000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1J8FT28WX8D. Jeep Patriot 2008 problem was reported in WARREN, MI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph.

Jeep Patriot 2008 Structure

Jeep Patriot 2008 Structure Review #10596754

JEEP PATRIOT 2008 car safety problem was reported on Dec 05, 2013.JEEP PATRIOT 2008, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with STRUCTURE . after snow melts or heavy rain the rear dome light fills with water & leaks on to floor. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 20000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1J8FT28WX8D. Jeep Patriot 2008 problem was reported in WARREN, MI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph.

Jeep Patriot 2008 Vehicle Speed Control

Jeep Patriot 2008 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10597264

JEEP PATRIOT 2008 car safety problem was reported on June 04, 2013.JEEP PATRIOT 2008, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . driving on highway doing 55 mph. car stalls and lights come on and can't go not than 25 mph this happened numerous times thank god nobody directly behind me and i was in right lane with lane to pull over or could have had a deadly accident. jeep seems not to care until it's too late. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 65000 miles. Jeep Patriot 2008 problem was reported in MOON,TOWNSHIP, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph.

Jeep Patriot 2008 Service Brakes

Jeep Patriot 2008 Service Brakes Review #10605449

JEEP PATRIOT 2008 car safety problem was reported on June 13, 2014.JEEP PATRIOT 2008, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES . the first time i had the jeep in for repair 4 times making a noise in the back brakes that was friday the 6/20/2014 and again today with noise in the front brakes they told me at monro muffler here in herkimer newyork 13350 that there isn't anything wrong with the brakes in the front but they still are rubbing after leaving there i went to a store a little down the road and the engine light come on they tell me it only the gas cap i just got this car 6/13/20014 the car sales was here in herkimer kamart parking lot vision is the name of the car dealer my total for this car is $12,697.92 i want them to take this car back i don't want it please do something for me thank you *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 92869 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1J8FT28W98D. Jeep Patriot 2008 problem was reported in HERKIMER, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS.

Jeep Patriot 2008 Engine

Jeep Patriot 2008 Engine Review #10605449

JEEP PATRIOT 2008 car safety problem was reported on June 13, 2014.JEEP PATRIOT 2008, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with ENGINE . the first time i had the jeep in for repair 4 times making a noise in the back brakes that was friday the 6/20/2014 and again today with noise in the front brakes they told me at monro muffler here in herkimer newyork 13350 that there isn't anything wrong with the brakes in the front but they still are rubbing after leaving there i went to a store a little down the road and the engine light come on they tell me it only the gas cap i just got this car 6/13/20014 the car sales was here in herkimer kamart parking lot vision is the name of the car dealer my total for this car is $12,697.92 i want them to take this car back i don't want it please do something for me thank you *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 92869 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1J8FT28W98D. Jeep Patriot 2008 problem was reported in HERKIMER, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS.

Jeep Patriot 2008 Seat Belts

Jeep Patriot 2008 Seat Belts Review #10606765

JEEP PATRIOT 2008 car safety problem was reported on June 28, 2014.JEEP PATRIOT 2008, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with SEAT BELTS . i bought my jeep to be a safe family vehicle and instead i worry every time i get behind the wheel because i buckle my seat. i have been in a head on collision before in a jeep wrangler and was fortunate to be okay, now this vehicle's seatbelt unbuckles itself during driving, and when pressure is being applied. i know that it is not "user error" because it happens to every person who has driven my patriot. how am i supposed to feel safe with my infants in the car when i can't even feel safe with just me in it?!.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 32000 miles. Jeep Patriot 2008 problem was reported in PLEASANT PRAIRIE, WI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Jeep Patriot 2008 Vehicle Speed Control

Jeep Patriot 2008 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10608710

JEEP PATRIOT 2008 car safety problem was reported on June 07, 2014.JEEP PATRIOT 2008, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . tl* the contact owns a 2008 jeep patriot. the contact stated that while traveling approximately 70 mph, the vehicle suddenly decelerated to 30 mph and the power train warning light illuminated intermittently. the contact stated that the transmission was overheating and needed to resume to normal temperature in order to be able to accelerate the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to a dealer on several occasions where the failure was unable to be replicated. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 30,000..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 30000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1J8FF28W08D. Jeep Patriot 2008 problem was reported in CARSON CITY, NV. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 70 mph.

Jeep Patriot 2008 Power Train

Jeep Patriot 2008 Power Train Review #10608710

JEEP PATRIOT 2008 car safety problem was reported on June 07, 2014.JEEP PATRIOT 2008, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with POWER TRAIN . tl* the contact owns a 2008 jeep patriot. the contact stated that while traveling approximately 70 mph, the vehicle suddenly decelerated to 30 mph and the power train warning light illuminated intermittently. the contact stated that the transmission was overheating and needed to resume to normal temperature in order to be able to accelerate the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to a dealer on several occasions where the failure was unable to be replicated. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 30,000..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 30000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1J8FF28W08D. Jeep Patriot 2008 problem was reported in CARSON CITY, NV. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 70 mph.

Jeep Patriot 2008 Power Train Review #10616255

JEEP PATRIOT 2008 car safety problem was reported on Jan 14, 2009.JEEP PATRIOT 2008, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with POWER TRAIN . tl* the contact owns a 2008 jeep patriot. the contact stated that while driving approximately 70 mph, the transmission warning light illuminated. in addition, the vehicle independently decelerated and failed to accelerate. the failure recurred 20 times. the vehicle was taken to a dealer where the mechanic was unable to diagnose the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 5,000. the vin was not available..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 5000 miles. Jeep Patriot 2008 problem was reported in DECATUR, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 70 mph.

Jeep Patriot 2008 Unknown Or Other

Jeep Patriot 2008 Unknown Or Other Review #10616336

JEEP PATRIOT 2008 car safety problem was reported on Apr 01, 2009.JEEP PATRIOT 2008, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with UNKNOWN OR OTHER . 10/16/2008 - purchased new 2008 jeep patriot 04/01/2009 - dome leak reported to dealership - no findings 11/03/2009 - dome leak reported to dealership - seal on sunroof glass was replaced and drains were unclogged 03/14/2009 - dome leak reported to dealership - drains were unclogged 11/18/2009 - dome leak reported to dealership - drains were unclogged 07/23/2014 - dome leak reported to dealership - out of warranty - referred to chrysler - referred back to dealership. evaluation and cost to repair this on going issue is on the customer. there are numerous reports via the internet and a law suit against chrysler (findings unknown) for not notifying customers of the issue. as a consumer and owner, chrysler, dealerships and the service departments have knowledge of the issue and have not found a permanent solution and i was told on 7/24/2014, by the service staff at the dealership not to purchase a vehicle with a sunroof. chrysler should find a permanent solution and the cost should not be placed on the consumer for the repair and "maintenance" of a known design problem with a water leakage in the dome light, to the electrical parts of the vehicle..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1J8FT28W08D. Jeep Patriot 2008 problem was reported in CHARLOTTE, NC. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Jeep Patriot 2008 Power Train Automatic Transmission

Jeep Patriot 2008 Power Train Automatic Transmission Review #10618195

JEEP PATRIOT 2008 car safety problem was reported on May 06, 2009.JEEP PATRIOT 2008, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . tl* the contact owns a 2008 jeep patriot. the contact stated that while driving at 70 mph, the vehicle independently reduced in power without warning. the vehicle could be restarted and resumed as normal. the vehicle was taken to a dealer for diagnostic testing and the transmission was replaced but the failure persisted. the vehicle was taken back to the dealer where the transmission fluid and the filter needed to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 35,000. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 35000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1J8FT28W28D. Jeep Patriot 2008 problem was reported in FARMINGTON HILLS, MI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 70 mph.

Jeep Patriot 2008 Power Train Review #10618195

JEEP PATRIOT 2008 car safety problem was reported on May 06, 2009.JEEP PATRIOT 2008, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with POWER TRAIN . tl* the contact owns a 2008 jeep patriot. the contact stated that while driving at 70 mph, the vehicle independently reduced in power without warning. the vehicle could be restarted and resumed as normal. the vehicle was taken to a dealer for diagnostic testing and the transmission was replaced but the failure persisted. the vehicle was taken back to the dealer where the transmission fluid and the filter needed to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 35,000. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 35000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1J8FT28W28D. Jeep Patriot 2008 problem was reported in FARMINGTON HILLS, MI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 70 mph.

Jeep Patriot 2008 Power Train Review #10630162

JEEP PATRIOT 2008 car safety problem was reported on Mar 02, 2009.JEEP PATRIOT 2008, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with POWER TRAIN . tl* the contact owns a 2008 jeep patriot. while driving approximately 60 mph, the power train warning indicator illuminated and the vehicle decelerated to 30 mph. the failure occurred on numerous occasions. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the vin was unavailable. the approximate failure mileage was 1,200. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 1200 miles. Jeep Patriot 2008 problem was reported in CHICAGO, IL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph.

Jeep Patriot 2008 Air Bags

Jeep Patriot 2008 Air Bags Review #10637000

JEEP PATRIOT 2008 car safety problem was reported on Sept 12, 2014.JEEP PATRIOT 2008, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with AIR BAGS . i own a 2008 jeep patriot. the mileage is 63592 miles. recently the airbag warning light started intermittently flashing and chiming and the dealership told me that the clock spring needed to be replaced. i had that done at a cost of $614. this car has never been in an accident and there is no reason for a safety device like its airbags to have a problem. i feel that chrysler should be paying for replacement of the clock spring..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 63580 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1J8FF28W08D. Jeep Patriot 2008 problem was reported in FAIRBANKS, AK. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Jeep Patriot 2008 Engine

Jeep Patriot 2008 Engine Review #10644014

JEEP PATRIOT 2008 car safety problem was reported on July 22, 2014.JEEP PATRIOT 2008, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with ENGINE . 1. my daughter took her car in because it would not start and the mechanic told her the transmission was going. he finally got it started and she limped it home. july 22nd 2. my daughter was driving to work one week later and her car lost power and shut down on the highway, i called aaa and had it towed to dealer. august 2nd. he kept it for a week testing for issues. 3. i drove the car to work and when i tried to go home it would not start. i towed it to a jeep dealer who figured out the problem and charged me $390.00 to fix it. august 15.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 65000 miles. Jeep Patriot 2008 problem was reported in EASTON, MA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 50 mph.

Jeep Patriot 2008 Electrical System

Jeep Patriot 2008 Electrical System Review #10644014

JEEP PATRIOT 2008 car safety problem was reported on July 22, 2014.JEEP PATRIOT 2008, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . 1. my daughter took her car in because it would not start and the mechanic told her the transmission was going. he finally got it started and she limped it home. july 22nd 2. my daughter was driving to work one week later and her car lost power and shut down on the highway, i called aaa and had it towed to dealer. august 2nd. he kept it for a week testing for issues. 3. i drove the car to work and when i tried to go home it would not start. i towed it to a jeep dealer who figured out the problem and charged me $390.00 to fix it. august 15.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 65000 miles. Jeep Patriot 2008 problem was reported in EASTON, MA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 50 mph.

Jeep Patriot 2008 Unknown Or Other

Jeep Patriot 2008 Unknown Or Other Review #10644014

JEEP PATRIOT 2008 car safety problem was reported on July 22, 2014.JEEP PATRIOT 2008, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with UNKNOWN OR OTHER . 1. my daughter took her car in because it would not start and the mechanic told her the transmission was going. he finally got it started and she limped it home. july 22nd 2. my daughter was driving to work one week later and her car lost power and shut down on the highway, i called aaa and had it towed to dealer. august 2nd. he kept it for a week testing for issues. 3. i drove the car to work and when i tried to go home it would not start. i towed it to a jeep dealer who figured out the problem and charged me $390.00 to fix it. august 15.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 65000 miles. Jeep Patriot 2008 problem was reported in EASTON, MA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 50 mph.

Jeep Patriot 2008 Electrical System

Jeep Patriot 2008 Electrical System Review #10653505

JEEP PATRIOT 2008 car safety problem was reported on Nov 06, 2014.JEEP PATRIOT 2008, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . tl* the contact owns a 2008 jeep patriot. the contact stated while driving approximately 40 mph, the warning lights on the instrument panel started to flash, the brakes engaged independently and the vehicle stalled. the vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 50,000. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 50000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1J8FF28W28D. Jeep Patriot 2008 problem was reported in CLARKSVILLE, TN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph.

Jeep Patriot 2008 Exterior Lighting

Jeep Patriot 2008 Exterior Lighting Review #10654733

JEEP PATRIOT 2008 car safety problem was reported on Nov 02, 2014.JEEP PATRIOT 2008, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING . i recently bought a 2008 jeep patriot in florida and got on the highway to go head home to mississippi the day after purchase and experienced a problem with the vehicle. i picked up speed in the vehicle and noticed it started to make a noise so i slowed down. i picked up speed again and the vehicle was making the noise and slowing down once again. i tried to pick up speed again and the car been to slow all the way down only going about 40 to 50 mph. then i noticed a light come on. i was on the highway and the car would not go any faster than 40 to 60 mph i then pulled over. i looked under the hood there was no smoke and didn't look to be any overheating and the car was not hot. i waited a while drove to mississippi took it to a chrysler jeep dealership and was told it was the transmission. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 47600 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1J8FF48W68D. Jeep Patriot 2008 problem was reported in MERIDIAN, MS. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 80 mph.

Jeep Patriot 2008 Vehicle Speed Control

Jeep Patriot 2008 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10654733

JEEP PATRIOT 2008 car safety problem was reported on Nov 02, 2014.JEEP PATRIOT 2008, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . i recently bought a 2008 jeep patriot in florida and got on the highway to go head home to mississippi the day after purchase and experienced a problem with the vehicle. i picked up speed in the vehicle and noticed it started to make a noise so i slowed down. i picked up speed again and the vehicle was making the noise and slowing down once again. i tried to pick up speed again and the car been to slow all the way down only going about 40 to 50 mph. then i noticed a light come on. i was on the highway and the car would not go any faster than 40 to 60 mph i then pulled over. i looked under the hood there was no smoke and didn't look to be any overheating and the car was not hot. i waited a while drove to mississippi took it to a chrysler jeep dealership and was told it was the transmission. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 47600 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1J8FF48W68D. Jeep Patriot 2008 problem was reported in MERIDIAN, MS. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 80 mph.

Jeep Patriot 2008 Unknown Or Other

Jeep Patriot 2008 Unknown Or Other Review #10654733

JEEP PATRIOT 2008 car safety problem was reported on Nov 02, 2014.JEEP PATRIOT 2008, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with UNKNOWN OR OTHER . i recently bought a 2008 jeep patriot in florida and got on the highway to go head home to mississippi the day after purchase and experienced a problem with the vehicle. i picked up speed in the vehicle and noticed it started to make a noise so i slowed down. i picked up speed again and the vehicle was making the noise and slowing down once again. i tried to pick up speed again and the car been to slow all the way down only going about 40 to 50 mph. then i noticed a light come on. i was on the highway and the car would not go any faster than 40 to 60 mph i then pulled over. i looked under the hood there was no smoke and didn't look to be any overheating and the car was not hot. i waited a while drove to mississippi took it to a chrysler jeep dealership and was told it was the transmission. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 47600 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1J8FF48W68D. Jeep Patriot 2008 problem was reported in MERIDIAN, MS. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 80 mph.

Jeep Patriot 2008 Unknown Or Other Review #10662917

JEEP PATRIOT 2008 car safety problem was reported on Nov 28, 2014.JEEP PATRIOT 2008, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with UNKNOWN OR OTHER . my 2008 jeep patriot is leaking from the dome light after heavy rain this past weekend. the seats in my car, the rug and dash were so wet i’m still airing out my car and i’m so paranoid about mold and rust, or even worse the car creating a short circuit while my kids are in the car. my radio went out as well as a result of all the water leaking through, this is so upsetting. i was so disgusted to find out that there were so many people with this same exact problem and jeep not recalling these cars or at least sending a voucher for whatever the expenses are to fix it. i read that some have had to take in their cars in more than once for the same repair and it doesn’t get fixed, its like throwing money away. i’m still paying for my car and i don’t think that it is at all fair that i am paying for a car that i cannot trust now. unfortunately i bought the car as is and that was my worst mistake ever. jeep please do not ignore these pleas, we need safe reliable cars that we can trust. beyond disappointed. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 90000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1J8FT28W38D. Jeep Patriot 2008 problem was reported in BELL GARDENS, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Jeep Patriot 2008 Exterior Lighting

Jeep Patriot 2008 Exterior Lighting Review #10662917

JEEP PATRIOT 2008 car safety problem was reported on Nov 28, 2014.JEEP PATRIOT 2008, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING . my 2008 jeep patriot is leaking from the dome light after heavy rain this past weekend. the seats in my car, the rug and dash were so wet i’m still airing out my car and i’m so paranoid about mold and rust, or even worse the car creating a short circuit while my kids are in the car. my radio went out as well as a result of all the water leaking through, this is so upsetting. i was so disgusted to find out that there were so many people with this same exact problem and jeep not recalling these cars or at least sending a voucher for whatever the expenses are to fix it. i read that some have had to take in their cars in more than once for the same repair and it doesn’t get fixed, its like throwing money away. i’m still paying for my car and i don’t think that it is at all fair that i am paying for a car that i cannot trust now. unfortunately i bought the car as is and that was my worst mistake ever. jeep please do not ignore these pleas, we need safe reliable cars that we can trust. beyond disappointed. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 90000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1J8FT28W38D. Jeep Patriot 2008 problem was reported in BELL GARDENS, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Jeep Patriot 2008 Fuel/propulsion System

Jeep Patriot 2008 Fuel/propulsion System Review #10667726

JEEP PATRIOT 2008 car safety problem was reported on Nov 22, 2014.JEEP PATRIOT 2008, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM . tl* the contact owns a 2008 jeep patriot. the contact stated that the vehicle was difficult to refuel. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technician diagnosed that the check valve was fractured and the fuel tank needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 79,000. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 79000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1J8FF28W18D. Jeep Patriot 2008 problem was reported in COLRAIN, MA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Jeep Patriot 2008 Unknown Or Other

Jeep Patriot 2008 Unknown Or Other Review #10668014

JEEP PATRIOT 2008 car safety problem was reported on Dec 22, 2014.JEEP PATRIOT 2008, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with UNKNOWN OR OTHER . i purchased the vehicle from jeff schmitt auto group in beavercreek, ohio in march 2014. i took it in for it's regularly scheduled oil change on december 22, 2014. the mechanic noticed a gaping, rusted hole in the subframe and was very concerned for my safety in driving the vehicle any further. he indicated that this amount of deterioration and rust would take well over a year to occur. i've only owned the vehicle for 9 months and my limited warranty was only good for 6 months. it was also noted that the control arms were brand new as they still had the tags attached. these were installed prior to my purchase of the vehicle. i contacted the dealership and they were very unwilling to help. i've filed a complaint with the better business bureau as well as contacted an attorney to assist me in having the dealership repair my vehicle as it was sold in an unsafe condition and not for its intended purpose. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1J8FT28038D. Jeep Patriot 2008 problem was reported in LOUSIVILLE, KY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Jeep Patriot 2008 Fuel/propulsion System

Jeep Patriot 2008 Fuel/propulsion System Review #10672864

JEEP PATRIOT 2008 car safety problem was reported on Nov 11, 2014.JEEP PATRIOT 2008, manufactured by Chrysler (FCA US LLC) had a problem with FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM . a week after purchasing the 2008 jeep patriot from a used car dealership the jeep stalled after filling up the tank. i called the dealer and he said to put dry gas in the tank. i did and the jeep would jerk a few times after refueling. on 1/14/15 the jeep stalled in the middle of a busy street minutes after my 17 year old filled the tank. thank god she did not get into an accident. this is extremely dangerous since the jeep stalled without warning. i took the jeep to my mechanic but he couldn't identify the issue. i know there are jeep owners who are experiencing the same problem and the manufacturer is doing nothing about it. please investigate before someone gets into a fatal accident. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 77100 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1J8FF28W48D. Jeep Patriot 2008 problem was reported in NORTHPORT, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 10 mph.

Jeep Patriot 2008 Engine

Jeep Patriot 2008 Engine Review #10672864

JEEP PATRIOT 2008 car safety problem was reported on Nov 11, 2014.JEEP PATRIOT 2008, manufactured by Chrysler (FCA US LLC) had a problem with ENGINE . a week after purchasing the 2008 jeep patriot from a used car dealership the jeep stalled after filling up the tank. i called the dealer and he said to put dry gas in the tank. i did and the jeep would jerk a few times after refueling. on 1/14/15 the jeep stalled in the middle of a busy street minutes after my 17 year old filled the tank. thank god she did not get into an accident. this is extremely dangerous since the jeep stalled without warning. i took the jeep to my mechanic but he couldn't identify the issue. i know there are jeep owners who are experiencing the same problem and the manufacturer is doing nothing about it. please investigate before someone gets into a fatal accident. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 77100 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1J8FF28W48D. Jeep Patriot 2008 problem was reported in NORTHPORT, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 10 mph.


Jeep Patriot 2008 Systems


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Electrical System 4 Review(s)

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Exterior Lighting 3 Review(s)

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Service Brakes 3 Review(s)

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Structure 2 Review(s)

Structure Body 1 Review(s)

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Vehicle Speed Control 4 Review(s)



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