2008 Jeep Patriot FWD Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 15about this part
- Share
- 17%of 90 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 60,216miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 15 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 2008 Jeep Patriot FWD, 17% of the 90 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 60,216 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Suddenly started having a loose clutch pedal. Took it to my independent repair shop. They diagnosed a leaking slave cylinder. The brakes are still working fine but I'm having more and more trouble shifting gears. Dealer says clutch is under warranty for 1year/20000km. Not sure of what happens next. Approximate repair cost around $1000.”
NHTSA complaint #10359176, filed 2010-10, 25,000 miles“On any hot day in the summer or spring or winter, or a drive over 2 hours the engine transmission light comes on and the speed reduces to 40 or 35 MPH immediately from highway speeds the only remedy is to pull over on the highway, when there is no place to stop I am causing continuous damage to my vehicle, and every 10 to 20 miles it happens, unless I drive 50 MPH. It dangerous, and I would like a recall so that I can safely drive my car.”
NHTSA complaint #10550168, filed 2013-10, 36,000 miles“I bought my Jeep in sept of 2010, took it for an oil change in dec,2010. Was told I needed to replace the left lower control arm, I was told the patriots were having alot of issues with that part coming out loose straight out of the factory. It makes a loud noise when I drive it. I've had multiple problems including the A/C ,check engine light is on for manifold problem ,transmission problems all within the two years that I've owned it.”
NHTSA complaint #10486766, filed 2012-12, 88,500 miles“On several occasions while traveling on hwy at 75 MPH transmission heats up, light on instrument panel and instantly loses power causing vehicles around me to swerve to avoid rear rending my 2008 Jeep patriot. Vehicle will not accelerate making it extremely difficult to pull out of traffic. This compromised the safety of my parents children and I. Took to Jeep dealership and advise of incidents I was told there were no codes and would not repair my vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #10462124, filed 2012-06, 80,966 miles“After fueling up, my Jeep sputters and loses power to the point is almost stalls. Last night after a fuel up it stalled several times. This is terribly problematic at highway speeds. Something needs to be done about this. I have had my scheduled maintenance done, services the fuel intake, filters, pumps and throttle body. Had a tune up done and the engine is still doing this. It is a safety issue and I do not want to drive this car any longer. I fear for my safety! Please advise.”
NHTSA complaint #10501098, filed 2013-03, 60,216 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10025384Jun 18, 2008Flash: mil illumination with dtc p0139 or 02270. This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the powertrain control module (pcm).
- 10024988May 9, 2008Flash: incorrect reporting of dtc p0730 for dtc p0717.
- 10024873Apr 25, 2008Flash: mil illumination with dtc p2173.
- 10024872Apr 23, 2008Flash: idle vibration from a stop with closed throttle.
- 10024871Apr 23, 2008Flash: mil illumination with dtc p0171.
- 10024644Mar 20, 2008Flash: mill illumination with dtc p0139 or p2270.
- 10024643Mar 7, 2008Gear clash/difficult to shift - this bulletin involves replacing the 3rd/4th/5th & reverse gear synchronizer (blocker) rings together as a set if a de-bonding condition is found.
Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
Other parts of the 2008 Jeep Patriot FWD
35 complaintsBody and structure
23 complaintsSteering
17 complaintsEngine
8 complaintsElectrical system
7 complaintsFuel system
7 complaintsEngine cooling
5 complaintsOther or unknown
5 complaintsWheels
5 complaintsVehicle speed control
4 complaintsExterior lighting
3 complaintsInterior lighting
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2008 Jeep Patriot FWD
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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