The Lemon IndexAll cars · Jeep Patriot · 2017
2017 Jeep Patriot. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Engines and drivetrains 7
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | 23 / 30 / 25 | Regular | $2,500 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl | Auto (variable gear ratios) | FWD | 22 / 26 / 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 | AWD | 22 / 27 / 24 | Regular | $2,600 |
| 2.4L 4-cyl | Auto 6-spd | FWD | 21 / 27 / 23 | Regular | $2,700 |
| 2.4L 4-cyl | Auto 6-spd | 4WD | 20 / 25 / 22 | Regular | $2,850 |
| 2.4L 4-cyl | Auto (variable gear ratios) | 4WD | 20 / 23 / 21 | Regular | $2,950 |
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 22,600 and 50,000 miles. Median 34,000, from 31 complaints with a mileage.
| System | Median | Middle half | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission & drivetrain | 34,000 | 17,000–62,500 | 9 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Transmission & drivetrain | 25% |
| Seat belts | 14% |
| Steering | 14% |
| Brakes | 14% |
| Engine | 14% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 59 | 7 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 4 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
NHTSA investigations
| Status | Subject | Opened | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | Electrical overstress | 2019 | 2024 |
| Closed | Active head rest inadvertent deployment | 2019 | 2026 |
Manufacturer communications 81
Jeep filed 81 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- Transmission Kit with Torque Converter 1
- Gear Ratio DTC?s, Transmission Shift Concerns, Does Not Shift At Times, Shudders
- Steering Wheel Off Center This bulletin involves centering the steering wheel
Crash ratings by version
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jeep Patriot SUV 4WD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★☆☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
| Jeep Patriot SUV FWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★☆☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
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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