2012 Jeep Patriot Suspension Problems

“Vehicle failed ri safety inspection due to corroded / compromised rear suspension crossmember. Understand that chrysler corp. Is replacing this and other like components on my year Jeep Patriot. They are directing that the entire tar suspension components be replaced. Ting that I replace the”

“Took Jeep Patriot to firestone service center for full inspection. Upon completion of inspection was told by the tech that my vehicle had severe underbody rust/ rot and that the front and rear crossmembers needed to be replaced among many other components needed repair/replaced such as complete brake job, cv axles, gas tank bracket and two seized lug/studs. Apparently, FCA has a warranty extension called x69 bulletin that repairs the crossmembers for rust/rot but it is only for vehicles manufactured before 24 january 2012. My vehicle was manufactured on may 2012. This is unacceptable. …”

“Rusted sub-frame in the rear of the vehicle that is completely broken. A google search shows this to be a major problem for Jeep which makes the vehicle dangerous to drive and should be recalled. The rear started making pound clunking sounds. If it get worse the rear wheel could fall off the vehicle.”

“Front control arms and/or bushings have gone bad, before 72k miles. Causes steering instability and excessive tire wear. Dozens of other reports of this same problem for this same make/model are easily found online. This is obviously a manufacturing defect, and it merits a recall.”

“Metallic clunk heard when pulling out of a parking spot ot driveway (making a y turn). Metallic clunk heard when pulling away from a y turn. Dealer checked but could not duplicate the problem. Kept the car overnight but still could not duplicate the problem. Was told to come back when problem persists.”