The Lemon IndexAll cars · Jeep Patriot · 2007
2007 Jeep Patriot. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Engines and drivetrains 4
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl | Auto (variable gear ratios) | FWD | 23 / 27 / 24 | Regular | $2,600 |
| 2.4L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | 4Wheel or AWD | 22 / 27 / 24 | Regular | $2,600 |
| 2.4L 4-cyl | Auto (variable gear ratios) | FWD | 21 / 25 / 23 | Regular | $2,700 |
| 2.4L 4-cyl | Auto (variable gear ratios) | 4Wheel or AWD | 20 / 24 / 22 | Regular | $2,850 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
Failure mileage by system
Half of owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 38,700 and 97,000 miles. Median 65,000, from 235 complaints with a mileage.
| System | Median | Middle half | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel or ev drive system | 96,000 | 70,000–113,800 | 84 |
| Suspension | 44,500 | 36,100–56,000 | 66 |
| Engine | 89,000 | 65,000–100,000 | 32 |
| Steering | 51,200 | 40,000–99,800 | 34 |
| Transmission & drivetrain | 59,200 | 37,400–104,000 | 20 |
Mileage owners typed into their NHTSA complaint, all complaints for this model year. People report some problems late, so read it as a range.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Suspension | 63% |
| Steering | 13% |
| Equipment & accessories | 9% |
| Engine | 9% |
| Transmission & drivetrain | 9% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 270 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Recall campaigns 1
07V196000 May 2007 Wheels / Hub
Defect. CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH REAR DISC BRAKES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD (FMVSS) NO. 135, "LIGHT VEHICLE BRAKE SYSTEMS." THE LENGTH OF THE REAR WHEEL HUB MOUNTING BOLTS MAY PREVENT ACTUATION OF THE PARK BRAKE.
Risk. THIS COULD ALLOW UNINTENDED MOVEMENT OF THE VEHICLE UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS AND CAUSE A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy. DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE REAR WHEEL HUB MOUNTING BOLTS AND REPAIR THE PARK BRAKE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 8, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
NHTSA investigations
| Status | Subject | Opened | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | Engine stall after refueling | 2017 | 2017 |
Manufacturer communications 41
Jeep filed 41 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- Steering angle sensor - not initialized/internal
- Daytime running lamp was inadvertently deactivated when they were manufactured and is inoperative
- Part Description: 5.7L Long Block Issue Description: This 5.7L Long Block Assembly is…
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | No | No |
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Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
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