What are the most common problems with the 2017 Jeep Patriot?

The power train group and the unknown or other group have 15 complaints each. Engine follows with 9. See the problems section above for what owners describe.

Does the 2017 Jeep Patriot have safety problems?

Owners filed complaints about air bags and brakes that mention crashes and injuries. See the safety section on this page for crash test ratings.

Are there recalls on the 2017 Jeep Patriot?

The by-year data shows 0 recalls in our records. The recalls section on this page lists what is on file.

How many miles per gallon does the 2017 Jeep Patriot get?

See the fuel economy section on this page for the EPA figures.

Is the 2017 Jeep Patriot reliable?

Owners filed 59 complaints with NHTSA. Complaint counts are not adjusted for sales, so see the by-year section to compare model years of the same car.

2017 Jeep Patriot Problems, Recalls and MPG

NHTSA has 59 owner complaints on file for the 2017 Jeep Patriot^[1]. The power train group is one of the largest, with 15 complaints^[2].

59owner complaints^[1]

21–25MPG combined (EPA)^[3]

4★NHTSA overall rating^[4]

Problems
Recalls
Fuel economy
Safety
Engine and size
By year
Verdict
FAQ

Most reported problems

Here is how the owner complaints on file split up by component group.

Unknown or other. 15 complaints^[5]. These do not fit a named component group, so they cover a mix of issues.
Power train. 15 complaints^[2]. In the stories we read, owners describe a transmission warning light that comes on at highway speed, followed by a loss of power. Some pull over, wait, and then drive on. Others describe the engine revving by itself or a whining noise before the car stops pulling.
Engine. 9 complaints^[6]. Owners describe stalling in traffic, hard starting, and warning lights across the dash.
Air bags. 8 complaints^[7]. Owners describe air bags that did not open in a crash, and warning lights or seat belt chimes that go off on their own. This group also has the most serious outcomes alongside brakes, with 4 crashes and 7 injuries^[7].
Electrical system. 8 complaints^[8]. Owners describe water dripping from the overhead lights when it rains, a heater fan that quits, and the car dying with no warning.
Seat belts. 6 complaints^[9].
Brakes. 6 complaints^[10]. Owners describe a pedal that stops responding before a crash, and this group is linked to 4 crashes and 5 injuries^[10].
Seats. 6 complaints^[11].

Recalls

NHTSA's records show 0 recalls for the 2017 Patriot^[12].

Fuel economy

EPA ratings depend on the engine and drive. Annual fuel cost uses EPA's current fuel price assumptions, not prices when the car was new.

Version	City / highway / combined MPG	Annual fuel cost
Patriot FWD, 2.4L 4-cyl, Automatic 6-spd, Regular, Front-Wheel Drive^[13]	21 / 27 / 23	$2,900
Patriot 4WD, 2.4L 4-cyl, Automatic 6-spd, Regular, 4-Wheel Drive^[14]	20 / 25 / 22	$3,050
Patriot 4WD, 2.4L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd, Regular, All-Wheel Drive^[15]	22 / 27 / 24	$2,800
Patriot 4WD, 2.4L 4-cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios), Regular, 4-Wheel Drive^[16]	20 / 23 / 21	$3,200
Patriot FWD, 2.0L 4-cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios), Regular, Front-Wheel Drive^[17]	22 / 26 / 24	$2,800
Patriot FWD, 2.4L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd, Regular, Front-Wheel Drive^[3]	23 / 28 / 25	$2,700
Patriot FWD, 2.0L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd, Regular, Front-Wheel Drive^[18]	23 / 30 / 25	$2,700

Safety ratings

Version	Overall	Frontal	Side	Rollover	Rollover risk
SUV 4WD^[4]	4	3	5	3	21.9%
SUV FWD^[19]	4	3	5	3	21.9%

Engine and size

Horsepower is the rating listed for EPA test vehicles.

Engine	Horsepower
2017 Jeep Patriot with 2.0L 4-cylinder^[20]	158 hp
2017 Jeep Patriot with 2.4L 4-cylinder^[21]	172 hp

How 2017 compares with other years

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for each Patriot model year. The 2017 is highlighted^[12].

Show the numbers

Model year	Complaints	Recalls
2007	270	1
2008	447	0
2009	275	1
2010	188	2
2011	326	4
2012	354	4
2013	120	1
2014	548	2
2015	315	1
2016	458	1
2017	59	0

NHTSA's counts for the Patriot show 59 complaints and 0 recalls for 2017^[12]. Among the 11 model years listed, 0 have fewer complaints than 2017 and 10 have more^[12]. The fewest complaints are for 2017 (59) and the most are for 2014 (548)^[12]. These counts are not adjusted for sales, so treat them as a rough guide. The chart above shows every year.

Should you buy a used 2017 Patriot?

The 2017 Jeep Patriot has 59 owner complaints on file^[1]. The power train group and the unknown or other group lead with 15 complaints each^[5]^[2]. Owners in the power train stories describe losing power at highway speed, which is worth testing on a long drive before you buy. Air bags and brakes carry the most crashes and injuries in the complaints^[7]^[10]. These are unverified owner reports, so treat them as a checklist for your inspection rather than a final answer.

Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Jeep Patriot?: The power train group and the unknown or other group have 15 complaints each^[5]^[2]. Engine follows with 9^[6]. See the problems section above for what owners describe.
Does the 2017 Jeep Patriot have safety problems?: Owners filed complaints about air bags and brakes that mention crashes and injuries^[7]^[10]. See the safety section on this page for crash test ratings.
Are there recalls on the 2017 Jeep Patriot?: The by-year data shows 0 recalls in our records^[12]. The recalls section on this page lists what is on file.
How many miles per gallon does the 2017 Jeep Patriot get?: See the fuel economy section on this page for the EPA figures.
Is the 2017 Jeep Patriot reliable?: Owners filed 59 complaints with NHTSA^[1]. Complaint counts are not adjusted for sales, so see the by-year section to compare model years of the same car.

Keep exploring

Other model years of the Jeep Patriot

2011 326 complaints, 4 recalls
2012 354 complaints, 4 recalls
2014 548 complaints, 2 recalls
2015 315 complaints, 1 recall
2016 458 complaints, 1 recall
2017 this page

Compare all model years of the Jeep Patriot

Other Jeep models from 2017

2017 Jeep Cherokee 1,337 complaints, 6 recalls
2017 Jeep Compass 229 complaints, 4 recalls
2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee 364 complaints, 5 recalls
2017 Jeep Wrangler 311 complaints, 5 recalls

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2017 Mitsubishi Outlander 78 complaints, 6 recalls
2017 Nissan Pathfinder 186 complaints, 2 recalls
2017 Nissan Rogue 600 complaints, 6 recalls
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2017 Toyota RAV4 321 complaints, 3 recalls

All small suvs we cover

Facts and sources

NHTSA has 59 owner complaints on file for the 2017 Jeep Patriot (7 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 10 injuries, 0 deaths reported). NHTSA vehicle records
15 complaints name the power train component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 34,000). NHTSA vehicle records
EPA rating for Patriot FWD, 2.4L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd, Regular, Front-Wheel Drive: 23 city / 28 highway / 25 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,700. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, SUV 4WD: overall 4 stars, frontal 3 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 3 stars; rollover risk 21.9%. NHTSA vehicle records
15 complaints name the unknown or other component group (1 crashes, 0 fires, 2 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
9 complaints name the engine component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
8 complaints name the air bags component group (4 crashes, 0 fires, 7 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
8 complaints name the electrical system component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
6 complaints name the seat belts component group (1 crashes, 0 fires, 1 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
6 complaints name the brakes component group (4 crashes, 0 fires, 5 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
6 complaints name the seats component group (1 crashes, 0 fires, 3 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
Owner complaints and recalls for every Jeep Patriot model year (chart above). NHTSA recall database
EPA rating for Patriot FWD, 2.4L 4-cyl, Automatic 6-spd, Regular, Front-Wheel Drive: 21 city / 27 highway / 23 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,900. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
EPA rating for Patriot 4WD, 2.4L 4-cyl, Automatic 6-spd, Regular, 4-Wheel Drive: 20 city / 25 highway / 22 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,050. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
EPA rating for Patriot 4WD, 2.4L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd, Regular, All-Wheel Drive: 22 city / 27 highway / 24 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,800. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
EPA rating for Patriot 4WD, 2.4L 4-cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios), Regular, 4-Wheel Drive: 20 city / 23 highway / 21 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,200. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
EPA rating for Patriot FWD, 2.0L 4-cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios), Regular, Front-Wheel Drive: 22 city / 26 highway / 24 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,800. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
EPA rating for Patriot FWD, 2.0L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd, Regular, Front-Wheel Drive: 23 city / 30 highway / 25 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,700. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, SUV FWD: overall 4 stars, frontal 3 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 3 stars; rollover risk 21.9%. NHTSA vehicle records
EPA Test Car List, 2017 Jeep Patriot with 2.0L 4-cylinder: rated 158 hp. www.epa.gov
EPA Test Car List, 2017 Jeep Patriot with 2.4L 4-cylinder: rated 172 hp. www.epa.gov

Complaints submitted to NHTSA by owners; unverified reports, one complaint can name several components. Complaint counts are not normalized by sales; compare years of the same model, not different models. EPA annual fuel cost uses EPA's current fuel price assumptions, not the price when the car was new. Horsepower is the rating listed for EPA test vehicles. Dimensions are Canadian-market specifications and can differ slightly from US models.

2017 Jeep Patriot: problems, recalls and fuel economy