2010 Jeep Patriot Fwd problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Suspension (3) · Structure:body (3) · Visibility (2)
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Safety recalls (1)
Equipment 2010-09-03 · campaign 10E043000 · 294 vehicles
Defect: MARATHON IS RECALLING CERTAIN SEAT COVERS, BRAND SUPERHIDES WITH PART NUMBERS 593, 594, 578, 960, 228, 228-09, 267-08, 333, 625, AND 630, SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE SEAT COVERS ARE MADE OF HEAVIER THREAD AND ARE NOT COMPATIBLE WITH SEATS CONTAINING SIDE AIRBAGS. THE HEAVIER SEAT COVER COULD INTERFERE WITH FULL DEPLOYMENT OF THE AIRBAG IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH.
Risk: AN IMPROPERLY DEPLOYED AIRBAG COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY.
Fix: MARATHON WILL NOTIFY OWNERS OF RECORD AND REPLACE THE SEAT COVER FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 14, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MARATHON AT 1-800-735-2769.
Service bulletins (25)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Unknown Or Other 2025-04-02 · 103954 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
actuator - a/c and heater
Unknown Or Other 2025-04-02 · 104087 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
actuator - a/c and heater
Electrical System 2023-09-15 · 9100226 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
connector kit before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957a$, check it in the mopar connector repair kit website to confirm part number and applicability. there is an error with the wiring diagrams in service library that is causing the incorrect repair kit part number to populate. please use
Electrical System:wiring 2023-09-15 · 9100226 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
connector kit before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957a$, check it in the mopar connector repair kit website to confirm part number and applicability. there is an error with the wiring diagrams in service library that is causing the incorrect repair kit part number to populate. please use
Equipment:other:owners/Service/Other Manual 2023-07-27 · 9100196 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
lubrication and maintenance fluids if mopar fluids and chemicals are not readily available, please review service library for specifications so a suitable alternative can be used
Equipment 2022-04-02 · S2209000004 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
if a mopar oil filter is not available, use a filter that meets or exceeds uscar36 specification and is compatible with semi and full synthetic oils.
Showing the 6 most recent of 25 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2018-10-30 · Unknown Or Other · 30 mi“when i travel and i want acceleration can't do because turning off and can't move the car. before was after 70 and now after 55 mph.…”
2017-11-28 · Seat Belts · 70,000 mi“safty recall n01 / nhtsa 13v-233 and s61 / nhtsa 16v-668 i took my 2010 jeep patriot in for the above factory recalls on 11/21/2017 to young chrysler dodge jeep ram of ionia in ionia, mi and was told that they didn't have the parts to fix this recall. i was told i would be contacted when parts were available but not offered a replacement vehicle …”
2017-08-31 · Air Bags“seatbelt light is constantly on…”
2016-06-14 · Power Train · 58,000 mi“while driving on the highway for approximately an hour, going from 65-75 mph, and occasionally using the cruise control, the transmission overheat light turned on. i slowed to about 60 mph and exited at the next off ramp, which was slightly uphill. while in motion, the vehicle lost power. i used the remaining momentum to pull over to the shoulder a…”
2015-06-10 · Unknown Or Other · 26,515 mi“the tipm on my 2010 jeep patriot (26,515 miles) was diagnosed as faulty resulting in various problems with my jeep, including the temperature gauge and light popping on, vehicle over heating and air conditioner not working properly. various mechanics suggested i address the problem with jeep/chrysler directly as the tipm becoming faulty on a ve…”
2014-05-17 · Structure:body · 45,380 mi“as i was driving home from work in a thunderstorm at 2am on the highway at 65 miles per hour, the dome light began pouring water like a waterfall all over me, the radio, the shifter, and my iphone which was in the cup holder. the next day i called the local dealer to enact my 5 year 50,000 mile warranty and schedule service. i was informed tha…”
2013-10-14 · Suspension · 21,237 mi“at 21,237 miles, front tie rods and ball joints had to be replaced for a total of $1500. at this amount of miles, this is completely unacceptable. after some internet research, i discovered that this is on ongoing problem in jeep patriots that has not been addressed by chrysler. i was actually told that my car was unsafe to drive without these r…”
2013-07-10 · Wheels · 39,625 mi“i had my car in to repair a flat tire and the mechanic reported to me that one of the front ball joints needed to be repaired asap. *tr…”
2012-02-07 · Visibility · 30,000 mi“when i get up to speeds between 50-60mph, i feel outside air coming through the steering wheel column. this winter it's been extremely cold and i'm needing to move my hands towards the top of the steering wheel to avoid the cold air leaking in. when i make sharp turns between 25-45mph, i get more cold air coming in as if i opened a window. i need t…”
2012-01-27 · Suspension · 9,700 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2010 jeep patriot. the contact stated the vehicle was being serviced for an oil change when they stated the front balls joints on both wheels were loose. the ball joints were not leaking any fluid. the contact stated the failure was a manufacturer's defect. the failure and current mileage was 9,700. …”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.