2007 Jeep Patriot Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 9about this part
- Share
- 10%of 94 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 81,500miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 9 complaints about the suspension of the 2007 Jeep Patriot, 10% of the 94 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 81,500 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
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 had a complete ball joint failure while driving on the highway. The failure resulted in my wheel separating from my car while driving in moderate traffic highway speeds (35 MPH). Due to the failure and continued forward motion while driving, the entire front driver's side suspension had to be replaced.”
NHTSA complaint #10836842, filed 2016-02, 89,000 miles“When I purchased the vehicle in 2012 I was assured that the pull and sound from the front end was just a needed alignment. 2 months later it was clunking and popping. After taking it to a mechanic, they stated that both lower control arms including ball joints, and the tie rod were terribly worn. The mechanic was not surprised because of the make and model of the Jeep Patriot. Said it is a well known issue for these to go out almost immediately after the warranty expires. …”
NHTSA complaint #10639922, filed 2014-09, 74,000 miles“My car has only 89,000 miles and the k frame under the engine is severly rusted and cracking that the car is dangerous to drive. It will cost me thousands of dollars to repair. This shouldn't be an issue.”
NHTSA complaint #10748694, filed 2015-08, 89,000 miles“The contact owns a 2007 Jeep Patriot. While driving various speeds, the vehicle made a clunking noise each time a turn was made. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the cross member that held the frame together was corroded. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 50,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11046371, filed 2017-11, 50,000 miles“The contact owns a 2007 Jeep Patriot. The contact stated that the front cross member was severely corroded with holes. The rear driver side cross member detached. The entire frame cross member was cracked behind the rear driver side axle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the cross member was corroded and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 243,765.”
NHTSA complaint #10929689, filed 2016-12, 243,765 milesSuspension: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 2 | 3% |
| 2016 | 9 | 2% |
| 2015 | 8 | 3% |
| 2014 | 5 | 1% |
| 2013 | 3 | 3% |
| 2012 | 12 | 3% |
| 2011 | 55 | 17% |
| 2010 | 15 | 11% |
| 2009 | 38 | 20% |
| 2008 | 26 | 14% |
| 2007 | 9 | 10% |
Other parts of the 2007 Jeep Patriot
60 complaintsEngine
16 complaintsSteering
8 complaintsElectrical system
7 complaintsOther or unknown
7 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
6 complaintsBody and structure
5 complaintsBrakes
3 complaintsSeat belts
2 complaintsVehicle speed control
2 complaintsWheels
2 complaintsElectronic stability control
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2007 Jeep Patriot
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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