Jeep Patriot FWDModel year report

2009 Jeep Patriot FWD Problems

Complaints: 24filed with NHTSA
Median mileage: 53,066miles, 22 complaints with mileage
Recalls: 0campaigns on record
Trend: StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.

Sources: NHTSA records for the 2009 Jeep Patriot FWD (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error

NHTSA recorded 24 consumer complaints for the 2009 Jeep Patriot FWD. The part named most often is suspension, with 6 complaints (25% of the total), followed by electrical system (5) and body and structure (4). 22 of the complaints include a mileage, and 45% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 53,066 miles. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 22 technical service bulletins for this model year. Suspension complaints overlap with 1 technical service bulletin filed under the same part. Electrical system complaints overlap with 4 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.

This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.

Which parts are reported most

Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.

Also reported: Transmission and drivetrain (2), Fuel system (1), Steering (1), Wheels (1).

Example complaints

Suspension: “This beautiful condition Jeep patriot 2009 has not rust anywhere but the engine cradle rusted out and has huge rust holes where the engine cradle once was. Now I get clanking and cracking noises when I drive the car and believe the rusted out engine cradle is the issue. Searched web sites and seems to be an issue on other years for similar vehicles like the Jeep compass which shares that platform.”

NHTSA complaint #10747645, filed 2015-08, 128,000 miles

Electrical system: “The sunroof leaks. I take it to the dealer, they say they can 'fix' it. They blow out the drain lines. That does not fix it, within a few months it is blocked/kinked again. Why does the water drip through the window seal anyway? Seems that is what needs fixing. I have had to replace the radio-$550.00-and every time they blow out the drain lines, it is $35.00. This is my 5th and last Jeep product. It is parked in a garage all day at work and all night at home. What would the problem be like if I parked it under trees? …”

NHTSA complaint #10630159, filed 2014-09, 102,000 miles

Body and structure: “Jeep is leaking water through the front map light, sunroof, a pillars, and rear interior hatch light. Service was performed on 10-8-2013 and the water leak started again on 03-24-2014. Chrysler did issue a service bulletin #23-016-10 on september 10, 2010 but no recall was issued. There is water accumulating inside the pillar's and I concerned with the safety air bags and mold issues.”

NHTSA complaint #10574830, filed 2014-03, 91,579 miles

Engine: “The engine losses power feels like its gonna break down went thru 2 alternators and 3 battery's it feels like something is drawling the electrical power away when accelerating or using headlights or turn signals”

NHTSA complaint #11020699, filed 2017-08, 3 miles

Mileage when problems were reported

45% of the 22 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 33,610 and 102,488 miles.

Share of complaints by mileage when the problem was reported, in thousands of miles (22 complaints with mileage). Red bars: under 50,000 miles. Bucket widths differ. Median: 53,066 miles.

Complaints by year filed

Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.

Complaints by year the complaint was filed with NHTSA. Red bars: the last 3 full calendar years used for the trend. The current year (2026) is partial.

Recalls and investigations

NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2009 Jeep Patriot FWD in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Technical service bulletins

TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 22 on record; the latest 10 are shown.

11017445Apr 2, 2025Other or unknown. Actuator - a/c and heater
11017435Apr 2, 2025Other or unknown. Actuator - a/c and heater
10248509Sep 15, 2023Electrical system. Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is an error with the wiring…
10244348Sep 15, 2023Electrical system. Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is an error with the wiring…
10175743Apr 30, 2020Equipment, Body and structure. Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19
10175735Apr 22, 2020Equipment, Electrical system. Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty…
10220101Nov 20, 2019Body and structure. Use 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, 2019Body and structure. Use 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 parts.
10220098Nov 20, 2019Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Authentic Mopar® Glass Replacement This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the recommended usage of Authentic Mopar® Glass.
10220097Nov 20, 2019Equipment, Body and structure. Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.

See all 22 bulletins →

Other model years of the Jeep Patriot FWD

Year	Complaints	Median mi	Crash ★	MPG	Score (50 = typical)	Trend
2010	22	17,618	—	—	—	Stable
2009	24	53,066	—	—	—	Stable
2008	90	47,000	—	—	Not compared (fewer than 3 comparable model years)	Stable
2007	35	42,000	—	—	Not compared (before 2008)	Stable

All Jeep Patriot FWD model years

Frequently asked questions

How many NHTSA complaints does the 2009 Jeep Patriot FWD have?

NHTSA recorded 24 consumer complaints for the 2009 Jeep Patriot FWD as of Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

What part of the 2009 Jeep Patriot FWD is reported most often?

Suspension is named most often, in 6 complaints (25% of the total), followed by electrical system with 5.

Has the 2009 Jeep Patriot FWD been recalled?

NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

At what mileage are problems with the 2009 Jeep Patriot FWD reported?

Among the 22 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 53,066 miles and the middle half falls between 33,610 and 102,488 miles; 45% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.

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.

Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.