2010 Jeep Patriot 4X4 Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 20%of 30 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 53,626miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the body and structure of the 2010 Jeep Patriot 4X4, 20% of the 30 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 53,626 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I started noticing a damp/moisture type of smell in my Jeep and thought it may just be the vents from having heat/AC on! But then started finding a little water on my passenger side floor mat and seat! Just a few drops and thought maybe just from opening the window! It kept happening and happening every time it rained and snowed! Then I noticed water dripping from the passenger side window pillar next to windshield and realized it was leaking! I called Jeep and they told me I have to pay for it even though I'm under warranty! …”
NHTSA complaint #10507148, filed 2013-04, 26,000 miles“When traveling over 40 MPH with rear door windows open you will feel the thump of air preasure coming to your ears, the faster you go the louder it gets to the point it hurts your ears. Aero dynamics cause rapid change in cabbin air presure with rear door windows open. Even with only one window open it hurts my ears!”
NHTSA complaint #10821678, filed 2016-01, 38,000 miles“At any speed the Jeep is apt to start wobbling side to side after driving over bumps. (frequently called the death wobble by Jeep owners when describing this condition.) at highway speeds this makes it difficult to stay in lanes. The hood hinges do not hold the hood securely down. At speeds above 30mph you can witness the hood wobbling up and down and side to side. You may read about both of these issues in dozens of online forums regarding Jeep issues from owners across the country.”
NHTSA complaint #11141878, filed 2018-10, 69,251 miles“Bad ball joints same as many others. Also bad sub frame. Took auto in for maintenance and was shown bad ball joints and a rusted out sub frame. These were issues and earlier patriots but nothing has been done.”
NHTSA complaint #11030742, filed 2017-10, 85,000 miles“I recently brought my 2010 Jeep patriot in for routine maintenance. My mechanic informed me that my rear sub frame has rotted and needs to be replaced asap. At this visit, he cleaned and oiled it and also advised me to take care of this asap.”
NHTSA complaint #10950428, filed 2017-02Related service bulletins
- 10175743Apr 30, 2020Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19
- 10220101Nov 20, 2019Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
- 10220099Nov 20, 2019Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage…
- 10220097Nov 20, 2019Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
- 10169249Nov 20, 2019Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
- 10169245Nov 20, 2019Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
Body and structure: other model years
Other parts of the 2010 Jeep Patriot 4X4
11 complaintsElectronic stability control
4 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
4 complaintsEngine
3 complaintsSuspension
3 complaintsBrakes
2 complaintsVehicle speed control
2 complaintsAir bags
1 complaintsElectrical system
1 complaintsEngine cooling
1 complaintsOther or unknown
1 complaintsSeat belts
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2010 Jeep Patriot 4X4
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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