2010 Jeep Patriot Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 11about this part
- Share
- 8%of 136 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 98,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 11 complaints about the body and structure of the 2010 Jeep Patriot, 8% of the 136 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 98,000 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.
“Within 7 years in a rust belt state the jeeps crossmember is so rusted its no longer safe to drive. My Jeep has been sitting parked for two years because I don't have the money to repare this horrible rust damage, only to find out there has been an extended warranty for this since 2017, I was not informed because its not a recall.. This was known by chester/Jeep since the 2007 model, I'm glad they at least offer a 10 year extended warranty for the crossmemeber, however thats not good enough. …”
NHTSA complaint #11363150, filed 2020-10, 98,000 miles“Bought a used 2010 Jeep Patriot a month and a half ago with less than 20,000 miles on it and no apparent problems. Drove my car on december 29th after coming back from christmas vacation and was greeted by a waterfall coming out of my map light. After stopping, also discovered a lake of water behind the drivers seat. Since I discovered this late in the day that saturday, and the new year's holiday was the beginning of the week, I couldn't get my car into the dealership for service until thursday. In the mean time, it rained again and I had yet another water disaster to deal with.”
NHTSA complaint #10490881, filed 2013-01, 20,500 miles“I have bought a 2010 Jeep liberty and now noticed that the suspension crossmembers are rotting out and there is a hole in the front crossmember. I researched and found out this was an issue with the Patriot, compass, and a dodge caliber. Yet there was never a recall.”
NHTSA complaint #11320741, filed 2020-04“My subframe cracked in half which caused my tire to blow out on the highway. It almost caused me to crash into the gardrail and potentially other cars. My jeep has 110k miles on it and now it’s not safe to drive.”
NHTSA complaint #11476480, filed 2022-07“I kept hearing an odd click, creek noise from the driver side front end. It sounded like something was hanging or something had broken off. I took it into a shop and it was discovered that the front sub frame was rotted in several places and had broken. When the rear was inspected, it is rotted to the point where you could push your finger through if you tried, and there was a section bent. I can no longer drive this vehicle, and I am still paying on my vehicle. I owe $4,900. The repairs would range from $2,500-$3,000, if it even can be repaired, just for the front. …”
NHTSA complaint #11467707, filed 2022-06Related 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 2010 Jeep Patriot
31 complaintsAir bags
26 complaintsElectrical system
21 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
17 complaintsEngine
15 complaintsSuspension
15 complaintsSteering
14 complaintsOther or unknown
10 complaintsSeat belts
9 complaintsVehicle speed control
9 complaintsWheels
8 complaintsBrakes
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2010 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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