2011 Jeep Patriot Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 55about this part
- Share
- 17%of 326 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 81,367miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 55 complaints about the suspension of the 2011 Jeep Patriot, 17% of the 326 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 81,367 miles. 2 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.
“My front end crossmember rusted away & my tire fell off, it's not even drivable. 2 deliverships ran my VIN & said its not covered under the extended warranty because it was made in canada & the us doesn't honor canadian warranties. What difference does it make where it was made?”
NHTSA complaint #11297747, filed 2020-01, 153,000 miles“Takata recall: I had a repair done to my Jeep Patriot two weeks ago. The repairs were over 800$. I had to have the two front control arms, ball joints, and tie rods replaced. As I was driving to work, I lost steering and now not able to drive my vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #11122870, filed 2018-08, 146,000 miles“Loud clunk noise when driving, noticed the sub frame that's the control arms are connected to and the engine and power train are supposed by is rusted and rooted so much I can push my finger through it.”
NHTSA complaint #11328431, filed 2020-06, 111,734 miles“We bought car in aug 2013 with 26k on it. Right at about 30k I started to hear a thumping sound in the front end. Turns out the ball joints and lower control arm assembly needed replacement. Just hit 40k and the other side went. Glad I bought the extended warranty which I thought was pricey at the time. This Jeep is a big disappointment. Not like the Jeep cherokees from the good old days which family members found to be dependable.”
NHTSA complaint #10763930, filed 2015-09, 32,000 miles“I was cleaning my Patriot 2011 when I notice that the subframe has holes. I also owen a 2008 Jeep Patriot and I got a recall for the same promblem. When I contacted the dealer about the same promblem they said they didnt had a recall for 2011 Jeep. My biggest worry when driven this vehicle I that at any moment the subframe may brake, me that I drive constaly on a highway it is a damgerous situation. I feel that all Jeep Patriot owners should be aware of dangers. I notice this because I was playing with my son and a ball went underneath the car. …”
NHTSA complaint #11289385, filed 2019-12, 102,722 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10170314Dec 11, 2019Air Suspension Components Star Parts Catalog has been updated to show individual service parts for the compressor assembly. This will allow service technicians to repair the root…
- 10140027Mar 10, 2017Front And Rear Crossmember Corrosion (X69 Warranty Extension) This bulletin involves inspecting the front and rear crossmembers for perforation/rust through and if necessary…
- 10061847Jun 21, 2014Summary to be provided on a future date.
- 10217965Apr 15, 2014Lower Control Arm Cold Temperature Squeak/Creak Noise This bulletin involves applying Nye® lubricant to the front lower control arm rear bushing. Customer may describe a creak or…
- 10061841Apr 10, 2014Summary to be provided on a future date.
Suspension: 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 2011 Jeep Patriot
66 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
53 complaintsBody and structure
51 complaintsAir bags
43 complaintsOther or unknown
36 complaintsElectrical system
32 complaintsFuel system
32 complaintsSeat belts
25 complaintsSteering
19 complaintsVehicle speed control
18 complaintsBrakes
10 complaintsEngine cooling
9 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2011 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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