2009 Jeep Patriot Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 48about this part
- Share
- 25%of 191 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 75,000miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 48 complaints about the body and structure of the 2009 Jeep Patriot, 25% of the 191 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 75,000 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I had an inspection done and was told my Jeep is not safe to drive! The subframe and crossmember is trash and could cause an immediate accident at any given moment. I went to chrysler dealership and they told me my warranty expired in june 2019 a few months ago. Please recall this so it can be fixed and lives are not at stake.”
NHTSA complaint #11290597, filed 2019-12, 78,000 miles“I purchased a 2009 Jeep Patriot in 2012. My sunroof and dome lights have been leaking/pouring water into my car, despite paying to have the Jeep dealers blow out the now too corroded tubes more than 4-5 times in the past three years. I'm tired of dealing with the subsequent mold and dangerous electrical issues associated with the leaks; not to mention the awful smell and unsightly stains. …”
NHTSA complaint #10851862, filed 2016-03, 90,000 miles“The rear suspension crosmember corroded and snapped in half. There was a 10year extended warranty that I apparently missed by a few months. This is super dangerous. It caused the tire to pop when I was driving home from it rubbing and then I veered off the road. The front crossmember is also in similar condition. There needs to be a recall asap. It is now stationary and immobile because of the situation. It was in motion when the accident happened on a city street. It caused me to need a tow.”
NHTSA complaint #11349297, filed 2020-08, 169,000 miles“It has been making a cracking/clunking noise there for years. My wife complained of it sounding louder than normal, so I looked at it closer and noticed the crossmember was broken. I've been having issues with that side for several years and have replaced broken ball joints and control arms. I found out last night that this would've been a warranty item had I brought my vehicle in 6 months ago, but am being told that I brought it in too late. My reply was I didn't know that this was an issue and wasn't notified that there was an extended warranty placed on that part.”
NHTSA complaint #11324287, filed 2020-05, 75,000 miles“I purchased a 2009 Jeep Patriot in july of 2013 with 27,000 miles. From the very first hard rain fall the sunroof leaked. For the first few months, due to insufficient rainfall, I thought I had not properly closed the sunroof the few times it leaked. However, soon afterwards it became clear that it was leaking. The water enters my interior roof and trails to the lowest point, my dome lights and screw holes, where it exits onto my dash and radio. My radio has been damaged. I took it to a garage last week and they unstopped the drainage tubes for $224.00. …”
NHTSA complaint #10631328, filed 2014-09, 28,000 milesRelated 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.
- 10064501Nov 12, 2013Summary to be provided on a future date.
- 10139004Feb 27, 2013Water Leaks At The Front And/Or Rear Roof Area This bulletin involves inspecting the front and/or rear of the headliner for dampness. If necessary add additional seam sealer to…
- 10063770Feb 27, 2013Summary to be provided on a future date.
Body and structure: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 2 | 3% |
| 2016 | 13 | 3% |
| 2015 | 6 | 2% |
| 2014 | 14 | 3% |
| 2013 | 4 | 3% |
| 2012 | 14 | 4% |
| 2011 | 51 | 16% |
| 2010 | 11 | 8% |
| 2009 | 48 | 25% |
| 2008 | 44 | 24% |
| 2007 | 5 | 5% |
Other parts of the 2009 Jeep Patriot
38 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
37 complaintsEngine
35 complaintsElectrical system
24 complaintsFuel system
24 complaintsOther or unknown
19 complaintsBrakes
13 complaintsSteering
10 complaintsElectronic stability control
7 complaintsAir bags
6 complaintsExterior lighting
6 complaintsVehicle speed control
5 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2009 Jeep Patriot
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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