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2010 Jeep Patriot recalls & problems

The 2010 Jeep Patriot has 2 safety recalls and 136 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is fuel/propulsion system (31 complaints).

Recalls2safety recalls
Complaints136filed by owners
Crashes · fires7 · 3reported in complaints
Injuries · deaths7 · 0reported in complaints
2010 Jeep Patriot in an NHTSA crash test
NHTSA crash test

Safety recalls

Seat beltsSep 15, 2016

Pretensioner

Recall 16V6680001,435,625 vehicles

Problem
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chrysler 200, 2010 Chrysler Sebring, 2010-2012 Dodge Caliber and 2010-2014 Jeep Patriot, Compass and Dodge Avenger vehicles. The Occupant Restraint Control (OCR) module may short circuit, preventing the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags from deploying in the event of a crash.
Risk
If the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a vehicle crash that necessitates deployment of these safety systems.
Fix
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the OCR, free of charge. Interim letters informing owners that parts are not available yet were mailed on October 26, 2016. The recall began on August 15, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S61.

Components: Seat belts › Pretensioner; Air bags › Frontal › Sensor/control module-inactive; Air bags

Electrical systemJun 4, 2013

Software

Recall 13V233000254,396 vehicles

Problem
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Jeep Compass and Patriot vehicles manufactured May 6, 2008, through July 20, 2012. The affected vehicles have a software error which may result in a delayed deployment or non-deployment of the seatbelt pre-tensioners and/or side airbags.
Risk
In the event of a rollover necessitating airbag deployment, the software error can lead to a delayed deployment or non-deployment of the side curtain airbag and/or seatbelt pre-tensioners. As a result, vehicle occupants have an increased risk of injury in a crash.
Fix
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will correct the software free of charge. The recall began June 21, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall number is N01.

Components: Electrical system › Software; Seat belts; Air bags › Side/window

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

2010 Jeep Patriot 4-DR. w/SAB

OverallNot Rated
Frontal crashNot Rated
Side crashNot Rated
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk16.4%

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 / highway23 / 29 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

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

Patriot 2WD

25mpg combined
City / highway23 / 27 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (variable gear ratios) · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,700/year to fuel

Patriot 2WD

25mpg combined
City / highway23 / 28 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

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

Patriot 4WD

25mpg combined
City / highway23 / 28 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

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

Patriot 2WD

23mpg combined
City / highway21 / 25 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

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

Patriot 4WD

22mpg combined
City / highway21 / 24 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

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

Patriot 4WD

21mpg combined
City / highway20 / 22 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2.4 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (variable gear ratios) · 4-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 areaComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesTypical mileage*
Fuel/propulsion system3100080,000 mi
Air bagsFrontal › Driver clockspring/spiral cassette2650685,500 mi
Electrical systemWiring; Ignition2102058,000 mi
Power train1710146,500 mi
Engine1501049,000 mi
Suspension1510193,500 mi
SteeringColumn; Hydraulic power assist system15000115,500 mi
StructureBody; Frame and members1100098,000 mi
Unknown or other1000081,000 mi
Vehicle speed control911075,000 mi
Seat belts930490,000 mi
Wheels8101104,500 mi

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

Recent owner complaints

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

NHTSA defect investigations