The Lemon IndexAll cars · Jeep Patriot · 2008
2008 Jeep Patriot. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Engines and drivetrains 5
| 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 | FWD | 23 / 28 / 25 | Regular | $2,500 |
| 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 | 21 / 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 43,400 and 107,200 miles. Median 74,200, from 382 complaints with a mileage.
| System | Median | Middle half | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 50,500 | 37,600–77,300 | 96 |
| Fuel or ev drive system | 100,000 | 73,000–125,000 | 82 |
| Body structure | 75,000 | 32,500–121,000 | 69 |
| Transmission & drivetrain | 80,000 | 39,000–101,700 | 53 |
| Engine | 99,000 | 67,200–125,200 | 54 |
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 | 49% |
| Body structure | 23% |
| Steering | 13% |
| Electrical | 11% |
| Engine | 7% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 447 | 7 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Manufacturer communications 54
Jeep filed 54 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- Water Leaks At The Front And/Or Rear Roof Area This bulletin involves inspecting the front…
- Front And Rear Crossmember Corrosion (X69 Warranty Extension) This bulletin involves…
- This bulletin involves inspecting the front and rear crossmembers for perforation/rust through…
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | No | No |
Nearby model years
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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