Jeep Patriot Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy
Every Jeep Patriot model year (2007–2017) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, deaths, and injuries. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
Jeep Patriot Years to Avoid
1 recall · 470 complaints
31 reported injuries
2 reported deaths
Top issue: AIR BAGS
Problem score: 545
0 recalls · 376 complaints
18 reported injuries
Top issue: ENGINE
Problem score: 412
2 recalls · 285 complaints
2 reported injuries
Top issue: ENGINE
Problem score: 295
Best Jeep Patriot Years to Buy
0 recalls · 35 complaints
Main area: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Problem score: 41
0 recalls · 70 complaints
Main area: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Problem score: 70
0 recalls · 84 complaints
Main area: AIR BAGS
Problem score: 94
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Jeep Patriot — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 0 | 35 | 3 | — | 41 | Excellent |
| 2016 | 0 | 376 | 18 | — | 412 | Avoid |
| 2015 | 1 | 252 | 9 | — | 273 | Caution |
| 2014 | 1 | 470 | 31 | 2 | 545 | Avoid |
| 2013 | 0 | 84 | 5 | — | 94 | Good |
| 2012 | 2 | 285 | 2 | — | 295 | Caution |
| 2011 | 1 | 236 | 13 | 2 | 275 | Caution |
| 2010 | 1 | 118 | 7 | — | 135 | Good |
| 2009 | 1 | 143 | 1 | — | 148 | Good |
| 2008 | 0 | 160 | — | — | 160 | Good |
| 2007 | 0 | 70 | — | — | 70 | Good |
All 11 model years shown. Deaths and injuries from NHTSA complaint filings. Higher problem scores indicate more reported safety issues.
Jeep Patriot Shopping Guide by Era
2013–2017
Best: 2017Mid-decade Patriot units are entering high-mileage territory. Inspect carefully for powertrain wear and verify recall completion status. The 2017 shows the lowest problem count for this era.
Pre-2013
Proceed with CautionOlder Patriot models have more accumulated wear and a larger recall history. These are higher-risk purchases without documented maintenance records and a clean VIN history report.
Frequently Asked Questions
What year Patriot should I avoid?+
Avoid the 2014 Jeep Patriot if possible. It has 1 recall, 470 owner complaints, and 2 reported deaths. The overall problem score is 545 — the highest in our dataset.
What is the best year Patriot to buy?+
The 2017 Jeep Patriot is the lowest-risk year in our analysis, with a problem score of 41. It has only 0 recalls and 35 complaints on record with NHTSA.
Which Patriot has the fewest problems?+
The 2017, 2007, 2013 model years have the fewest documented problems. Even for low-problem years, verifying a specific vehicle's history via its VIN is always recommended before purchase.
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