Worst 2011 Jeep Patriot Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Engine Problems
Suspension Failures
Transmission / Drivetrain
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2011 Jeep Patriot.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 66 | 2 | 2 | 67,382 mi | |
| Suspension Failures | 55 | 2 | — | 84,120 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 53 | 2 | — | 69,028 mi | |
| Airbags | 43 | 10 | — | 63,754 mi | |
| Body Structure | 41 | 1 | 2 | 84,098 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 30 | 1 | — | 51,413 mi | |
| Fuel System | 29 | 1 | — | 87,534 mi | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 25 | 2 | — | 56,775 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 19 | 2 | — | 61,259 mi | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 17 | 1 | — | 53,361 mi | |
| Wheel Issues | 9 | 3 | — | 58,723 mi | |
| Engine & Cooling | 8 | — | 1 | 13,755 mi | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 7 | — | — | 63,114 mi | |
| Brakes | 7 | 2 | — | 65,209 mi | |
| Structural Problems | 6 | — | — | 57,677 mi | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 5 | — | — | 59,976 mi | |
| Structure:Frame And Members | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline Fuel System | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Tire Defects | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Tires:Pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention: Warnings | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Starter Assembly | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment:Electrical:Radio/Tape Deck/Cd Etc. | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Exterior Lighting:Headlights | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Latches / Locks | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2011 Jeep Patriot
4 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~1,762,908 vehicles.
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling various Dodge, Chrysler, and RAM vehicles equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. A list of the affected trailer models is available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V824-0103.pdf. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chrysler 200, 2010 Chrysler Sebring, 2010-2012 Dodge Caliber and 2010-2014 Jeep Patriot, Compass and Dodge Avenger vehicles. The Occupant Restraint Control (OCR) module may short circuit, preventing the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags from deploying in the event of a crash.
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Jeep Compass and Patriot vehicles manufactured May 6, 2008, through July 20, 2012. The affected vehicles have a software error which may result in a delayed deployment or non-deployment of the seatbelt pre-tensioners and/or side airbags.
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011DODGE JOURNEY, JEEP WRANGLER, CHRYSLER 200, CHRYSLER 200 CONVERTIBLE, DODGE AVENGER, DODGE NITRO, JEEP LIBERTY, DODGE CALIBER, JEEP COMPASS, JEEP PATRIOT, DODGE GRAND CARAVAN AND CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY VEHICLES. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH A MISSING OR INCORRECTLY INSTALLED STEERING COLUMN PIVOT RIVET.
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2011 Jeep Patriot — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Jeep Patriot reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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