Model year record

2009 Jeep Patriot recalls & problems

The 2009 Jeep Patriot has 1 safety recall and 191 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is structure (49 complaints).

Recalls1safety recalls

Complaints191filed by owners

Crashes · fires3 · 1reported in complaints

Injuries · deaths3 · 0reported in complaints

2009 Jeep Patriot in an NHTSA crash test — NHTSA crash test

Safety recalls

Power trainOct 9, 2008

Automatic transmission › Control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)

Recall 08V528000712 vehicles

Problem: CHRYSLER IS RECALLING 712 MY 2009 SEBRING, DODGE CALIBER, AVENGER, JOURNEY, JEEP PATRIOT, AND COMPASS VEHICLES. A NEW ADHESIVE USED IN THE POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) MANUFACTURING PROCESS CAN CAUSE THE PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD TO BREAK.
Risk: THIS CAN CAUSE THE ENGINE TO STALL AND CAUSE A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE PCM FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 10, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.

Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. A recall listed here may already have been fixed on a particular car: enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls.

Crash test ratings

2009 Jeep Patriot 4-DR. w/SAB

OverallNot Rated

Frontal crash	Not Rated
Side crash	Not Rated
Rollover	★★★★★
Rollover risk	16.4%

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program). Ratings are comparable only between vehicles of similar size and weight, and ratings from 2011 on use tougher tests than earlier years. Photos: NHTSA.

Fuel economy

Patriot 2WD

25mpg combined

City / highway	23 / 28 mpg
Fuel	Regular Gasoline

2.4 L · 4 cyl · Manual 5-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,700/year to fuel

Patriot 4WD

25mpg combined

City / highway	23 / 28 mpg
Fuel	Regular Gasoline

2.4 L · 4 cyl · Manual 5-spd · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive · about $2,700/year to fuel

Patriot 2WD

25mpg combined

City / highway	23 / 29 mpg
Fuel	Regular Gasoline

2 L · 4 cyl · Manual 5-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,700/year to fuel

Patriot 2WD

24mpg combined

City / highway	23 / 27 mpg
Fuel	Regular Gasoline

2 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (variable gear ratios) · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,800/year to fuel

Patriot 2WD

23mpg combined

City / highway	21 / 25 mpg
Fuel	Regular Gasoline

2.4 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (variable gear ratios) · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,900/year to fuel

Patriot 4WD

22mpg combined

City / highway	21 / 24 mpg
Fuel	Regular Gasoline

2.4 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (variable gear ratios) · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive · about $3,050/year to fuel

Patriot 4WD

21mpg combined

City / highway	20 / 22 mpg
Fuel	Regular Gasoline

2.4 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (variable gear ratios) · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive · about $3,200/year to fuel

EPA estimates from fueleconomy.gov for each engine and transmission sold. Annual cost is the EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year at its current fuel and electricity price assumptions. Your results will vary.

What owners report

Problem area	Complaints	Crashes	Fires	Injuries	Typical mileage*
StructureBody; Frame and members	49	1	0	0	73,500 mi
Power trainAutomatic transmission; Manual transmission	38	0	0	0	83,500 mi
SuspensionFront › Control arm › Lower ball joint; Front	38	0	0	0	63,000 mi
Engine	35	0	0	0	106,500 mi
Electrical systemInstrument cluster/panel; Wiring	24	0	1	0	90,000 mi
Fuel/propulsion system	21	1	0	0	77,750 mi
Unknown or other	18	0	0	0	86,000 mi
Service brakes	11	0	0	0	98,128 mi
SteeringLinkages › Tie rod assembly; Rack and pinion	10	0	0	0	62,500 mi
Electronic stability control (esc)	7	0	0	0	98,000 mi
Exterior lighting	6	0	0	0	70,000 mi
Air bags	6	1	0	1	83,939 mi

*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.

Recent owner complaints

Engine
Engine stalls only after filling up gas, resulting in check engine light or oil light turning on. I have taken it to numerous mechanics, who have all given me different answers, with anywhere from issues with EVAP hoses and fuel tank, to the fuel pump, or purge system. Problem was never addressed or mentioned when bought from dealership in June 2025 but noticed immediately after filling up gas for the first time since purchase of the car and problem occurs continuously after filling up gas. Not sure if related either, but if gas tank is overfilled at all in the slightest, it leaks out the bottom immediately.
Jun 9, 2025
Power train
I am submitting this complaint regarding the CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) failure in our Jeep vehicle. We have experienced intermittent transmission issues throughout our entire period of ownership. The CVT has now completely failedâthe vehicle will not shift out of low gear. The RPMs surge rapidly, and although the vehicle will move at very low speeds if you ease off the accelerator, it will not reach normal driving speeds, making it unsafe and unusable for daily travel. The check engine light is on, and diagnostic codes confirm a CVT-related issue. The vehicle originally came with a lifetime powertrain warranty. We complied with the required inspection and maintenance…
Feb 6, 2025
Suspension
My whole front end of my jeep when I stop feels like it's coming out from underneath me
May 30, 2024
Engine
Changed catalytic converter now my car want go over 5 mph
May 28, 2024
Fuel/propulsion system
After refueling the vehicle at a gas station, I drive about a 1/4 of a mile and the engine will stall and die. It will immediately restart and when I step on the gas pedal the engine has no power and will stall again. I will start it a third time and then it will run ok until I need to fill-up again. I think this is a safety hazard because I stand a good chance of getting rear ended being stuck in traffic. I have read many articles about people having the same problem. Seems the fix is replacing the gas tank which costs about $1500.00. Please make the responsible party face this serious safety issue.
Nov 29, 2023
Fuel/propulsion system
Faulty gas tank. Doesnât fill and gas shoots out during the fill process.
Oct 23, 2023
Suspension
The contact owns a 2009 Jeep Patriot. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH, the rear end of the vehicle was swaying from side to side. The contact was able to continue driving. The vehicle was taken to a tire repair shop for alignment and tire rotation services; however, the contact was informed that the services could not be performed because the rear crossmember was severely corroded and fractured, which caused damages to the rear tires. Additionally, the mechanic informed the contact that the front crossmember was corroded. The vehicle was towed to the residence of the contact's mother. The dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle could not be…
Jul 6, 2023 · 230,000 miles
Structure › Body
Subframe front and rear are completely rusted out and unsafe to drive
Jun 6, 2023

Owner complaints are submitted to NHTSA by the public and are not verified. Shown as filed (NHTSA removes personal details); long reports are shortened.