2017 Jeep Patriot Electrical system Problems
- Complaints
- 8about this part
- Share
- 14%of 59 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 31,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 8 complaints about the electrical system of the 2017 Jeep Patriot, 14% of the 59 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 31,000 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.
“Water leaks from the map lights when it rains. This is very distracting and also causes damage to the light, sunroof controls and the control panel below it (radio and everything else). This occurs while the vehicle is in motion, and more often when turning and driving at higher speeds.”
NHTSA complaint #11405924, filed 2021-04, 31,000 miles“Blower motor for HVAC fails without notice on all speeds. Results in foggy windshield and lack of defrost feature and de-ice features. This can result in the vehicle restricting vision while driving or cause the driver to begin a trip only to realize that they can't see. In rapidly changing climates - the failure of the blower motor may result in sudden and unplanned restricted vision. Issue appears to be related to blower motor resistor as a tested failure point. …”
NHTSA complaint #11298030, filed 2020-01, 58,000 miles“I am writing to formally express my deep concern and frustration regarding the persistent electrical issues with my 2017 Jeep Patriot, which I purchased in November 2018 with approximately 18,000 miles. Just two days after purchasing, I began experiencing electrical malfunctions. I returned to the selling dealership, who claimed they found no issue but performed a tune-up. Over the years, the problems persisted, and despite numerous visits to authorized dealerships, I was repeatedly given temporary repairs with no permanent resolution. …”
NHTSA complaint #11670191, filed 2025-06“The sunroof leaked into the lights above the driver and passenger seats. As soon as the vehicle started to move this cause the water to dump out of the lights onto the occupants of the vehicle and the vehicle controls. The sunroof can also be triggered to open randomly due to the water buildup where the electrical controls are located.”
NHTSA complaint #11480496, filed 2022-08“The security system module malfunctioned and shut down the car. The garage reset the mudule but it keeps shutting down. The mechanic told me the car has to be returned to the dealer for service - only they can fix it.”
NHTSA complaint #11727526, filed 2026-03Related service bulletins
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- 10248509Sep 15, 2023Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is an error…
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- 10234420Feb 14, 2023Start Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State of Charge (SOC) Inaccurate, Battery Charging Message, Presence of IBS related Diagnostic…
- 10229041Mar 9, 2022Battery Drain Concern, Dual USB Port Normal Operational Draw, Extended Illumination Or Extended Operation After Key Off
- 10220697Mar 9, 2022Battery Drain Concern, Dual USB Port Normal Operational Draw, Extended Illumination Or Extended Operation After Key Off
- 10230183Jul 9, 2021No Start, Cannot Complete Module Replace, Proxi Or Module Proxi Configuration
- 10221597Jul 9, 2021No Start, Cannot Complete Module Replace, Proxi Or Module Proxi Configuration
- 10221228Jun 9, 2021WIRING, Body Before replacing this harness, please contact FCA Redacted Content to see if a repair kit is available for your application. If no response in 15 minutes, proceed…
- 10223386May 26, 2021KEY, BLANK WITH TRANSMITTER Please note that after programming the new key integrated transmitter that Lock, Unlock and Remote Start will all function as expected but the Remote…
Electrical system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 8 | 14% |
| 2016 | 99 | 22% |
| 2015 | 63 | 20% |
| 2014 | 89 | 16% |
| 2013 | 11 | 9% |
| 2012 | 44 | 12% |
| 2011 | 32 | 10% |
| 2010 | 21 | 15% |
| 2009 | 24 | 13% |
| 2008 | 23 | 12% |
| 2007 | 7 | 7% |
Other parts of the 2017 Jeep Patriot
15 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
15 complaintsEngine
9 complaintsAir bags
8 complaintsBrakes
6 complaintsSeat belts
6 complaintsSeats
6 complaintsVehicle speed control
5 complaintsSteering
4 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
4 complaintsExterior lighting
3 complaintsFuel system
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2017 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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