Worst 2012 Jeep Patriot Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Engine Problems
Fuel System
Transmission / Drivetrain
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2012 Jeep Patriot.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 114 | 1 | — | 49,385 mi | |
| Fuel System | 86 | 1 | — | 56,431 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 61 | — | 1 | 55,284 mi | |
| Airbags | 56 | 6 | 1 | 52,207 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 44 | 1 | 2 | 57,161 mi | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 36 | 2 | 1 | 40,603 mi | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 28 | 1 | — | 55,004 mi | |
| Gasoline Fuel System | 14 | 1 | — | 44,491 mi | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 12 | 1 | — | 75,941 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 11 | 1 | — | 45,400 mi | |
| Suspension Failures | 11 | — | — | 70,317 mi | |
| Body Structure | 9 | — | 2 | 84,386 mi | |
| Brakes | 7 | — | — | 55,644 mi | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 6 | 1 | — | 49,460 mi | |
| Engine & Cooling | 5 | — | — | 27,736 mi | |
| Wheel Issues | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Defects | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Frame And Members:Underbody Shields | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System, Other:Storage:Fuel Gauge System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Interior Lighting | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Power Train:Clutch Assembly | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Frame And Members | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility:Rearview Mirrors/Devices | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2012 Jeep Patriot
4 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~1,712,509 vehicles.
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 Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2012 Jeep Patriot and Compass vehicles manufactured October 18, 2011, through May 7, 2012. Due to an incorrectly manufactured transfer tube, the transfer of fuel from the secondary side to the primary side of the fuel tank may be interrupted, causing the engine to stall.
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 JEEP PATRIOT AND COMPASS VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM DECEMBER 17, 2011, THROUGH JANUARY 2, 2012. SOME VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH A FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY CONTAINING A DAMAGED ROLL-OVER VALVE.
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2012 Jeep Patriot — FAQ
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
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