2007 Jeep Patriot problems
The Jeep Patriot (MK74) is a front-engine five-door compact crossover SUV manufactured and marketed by Jeep, having debuted with the Jeep Compass in April 2006 at the New York Auto Show for the 2007 model year. Both cars, as well as Dodge Caliber shared the GS platform, differentiated by their styling and marketing, with the Patriot exclusively offering a four-wheel drive system, marketed as Freedom Drive II.
The Patriot was manufactured at Chrysler's Belvidere, Illinois assembly plant alongside the Compass. Although the model was still selling well even as it was essentially unchanged as it entered its 11th model year, production ended with the 2017 model year.
Design
In the U.S. the Patriot uses either the 2.0 L or 2.4 L World gasoline I4 engine. Both front-wheel drive and four-wheel drive are available. The Patriot features two four-wheel drive systems both of which are electronically controlled.
The standard four-wheel drive system is called Freedom Drive I. This is a full-time Automatic 4WD that directly drives the front differential carrier from the transmission output and is exclusively front-wheel drive whenever 4WD is not commanded by the powertrain control module or the driver. The transaxle supplies power to the rear drive unit via a driveshaft that is in constant mesh with the front carrier. The driveshaft joins the front transaxle through a small, fixed ratio gearbox which Jeep refers to as the Power Transfer Unit.The driveshaft is suspended by a centrally mounted carrier bearing and delivers torque to an assembly at the rear of the vehicle Jeep refers to as the Rear Drive Unit. An electronically controlled multi-plate wet clutch located inside the rear drive unit variably couples this driveshaft with a pinion gear that drives an open differential carrier and delivers power to the rear wheels. The clutch coupling force is sufficient to supply up to 100% of available engine torque to the rear axle. A driver accessible control located between the front seats allows the driver to command a locked 4wd mode that simulates the behavior of a fixed center coupling on a conventional 4WD vehicle. In both the default operating mode and the driver selected 4WD mode, the operation of this clutch is computer controlled and it will disconnect and revert to automatic operation above 35 miles per hour. To prevent static driveline windup the powertrain controller will vary the force of clutch engagement while the vehicle is traveling on a curved path, using input from a steering angle sensor.
An optional four-wheel drive system called Freedom Drive II is based on Freedom Drive I and operates similarly, however in combination with a unique CVT transmission it is capable of a 19:1 gear reduction simulating a low range usually found in vehicles with dedicated transfer cases. This 19:1 "crawl" ratio is achieved with a much lower (numerically higher) ring and pinion ratio compared to non Freedom Drive II vehicles and permits the driver to optionally hold this initial ratio for enhanced control at very low speeds.
Freedom Drive II is part of an equipment package including several other enhancements intended for use on more difficult terrain and Jeep Patriots with this package bear Jeep's "Trail Rated" badging.
All Jeep Patriots include an enhanced traction control system that operates on both driven axles (4WD models) or on the front axle only (2WD models) to supply torque to all four wheels effectively and without a locking or limited slip differential. This system is branded BLD by Jeep and operates by applying braking force to a wheel on either (driven) axle if that wheel is measured spinning faster than the other wheel on the same axle. BLD remains in effect even if the driver selects the traction control off option.
The 2.4 L GEMA I4 is an option for the 4X2 model Patriot.
For Europe and Australia, a 2.0 L (1968 cc; 120 cid; 140ps) Volkswagen-manufactured diesel engine is fitted along with a 6-speed manual gearbox. All EU cars are fitted as standard with four wheel drive and a version of the Freedom Drive System that tuned differently from the U.S. versions, but with similar capability to FDII with brake traction control and three switchable electronic stability control and traction control settings for on or off-road use.
The Patriot won the 2007 Green 4x4 Award and the 2008 4x4 of the Year in the UK.
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Common 2007 Jeep Patriot problems
Based on the complaints from owners of the Jeep Patriot 2007, here are some common problems with this vehicle:
- Rain Water Leaks: Owners have reported issues with rainwater leaking inside the vehicle through the sunroof edge seal and clogged sunroof drain tubes. This can lead to water running down through the dome lights and overhead console, causing potential damage and electrical issues.
- CBT Automatic Transmission Slippage: The continuously variable transmissions (CBT) in some Jeep Patriot 2007 models are prone to slipping, which can result in overheating and trigger the transmission temperature warning light on the dashboard. In severe cases, this issue can cause the vehicle to go into limp mode.
- Noisy Alternator Bearings: Some Jeep Patriot 2007 vehicles experience noisy alternator bearings at low mileage, necessitating replacement to address the noise and potential mechanical issues.
- Premature Wear of Lower Ball Joints: Premature wear of the lower ball joints can lead to alignment problems and uneven tire wear, affecting the vehicle's stability and safety.
- Malfunctioning TIPM Module: The Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM) in certain Jeep Patriot 2007 models is prone to malfunction, resulting in no-start conditions and unexpected vehicle shutdowns while driving.
- Wheel Bearing Issues: Wheel bearings in some Jeep Patriot 2007 vehicles may become noisy and develop play before reaching 100,000 miles, impacting the vehicle's performance and safety.
- Window Regulator Component Breakage: Plastic components of the window regulators are prone to breaking over time, causing affected windows to malfunction and not roll up or down as intended.
- Electronic Throttle Body Malfunction: The electronic throttle body unit in certain Jeep Patriot 2007 models may malfunction, leading to issues with acceleration and potentially causing the vehicle to enter limp mode.
- Tie Rod End Wear: Tie rod ends are prone to abnormal wear, resulting in steering wheel play when moved side to side, affecting the vehicle's steering responsiveness and control.
- Water Pump Failure: Some water pumps in Jeep Patriot 2007 models are prone to failure before the vehicle reaches 100,000 miles, potentially causing overheating and engine damage.
These common problems reported by owners of the Jeep Patriot 2007 highlight various mechanical, electrical, and structural issues that can impact the vehicle's performance, safety, and overall driving experience.
What is the common problem with Jeep Patriot?
Common Jeep Patriot Problems
Despite its above-average reliability scores, the Patriot had some glaring issues, including: Premature CVT failure - The Patriot's continuously variable transmission is prone to failure. Drivers experienced symptoms like acceleration issues, overheating warnings, and whining noises.
Is a 2007 Jeep Patriot a good car?
On the road, the 2007 Jeep Patriot is impressively quiet and thanks to stiffer suspension settings compared to its platform mates, its handling is commendable. Although there is some body roll (as one would expect of an SUV) the Patriot feels confident in the corners and the ride is firm and controlled over the bumps.
How many miles will a 2007 Jeep Patriot last?
According to motorbiscuit.com, a standard Jeep will last around 200,000 miles with proper care. Since the Patriot is known to last 200,000 miles, it's safe to say that anything right below 200,000 miles is high for the Jeep Patriot. It lines right up with the average for the manufacturer.
Is there any recalls on a 2007 Jeep Patriot?
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE REAR WHEEL HUB MOUNTING BOLTS AND REPAIR THE PARK BRAKE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 8, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
What is the common problem with Jeep Patriot?
Common Jeep Patriot Problems
Despite its above-average reliability scores, the Patriot had some glaring issues, including: Premature CVT failure - The Patriot's continuously variable transmission is prone to failure. Drivers experienced symptoms like acceleration issues, overheating warnings, and whining noises.
Is a 2007 Jeep Patriot a good car?
On the road, the 2007 Jeep Patriot is impressively quiet and thanks to stiffer suspension settings compared to its platform mates, its handling is commendable. Although there is some body roll (as one would expect of an SUV) the Patriot feels confident in the corners and the ride is firm and controlled over the bumps.
How many miles will a 2007 Jeep Patriot last?
According to motorbiscuit.com, a standard Jeep will last around 200,000 miles with proper care. Since the Patriot is known to last 200,000 miles, it's safe to say that anything right below 200,000 miles is high for the Jeep Patriot. It lines right up with the average for the manufacturer.
Is it expensive to fix a Jeep Patriot?
The average annual repair cost for a Jeep is $634, which means it has above average ownership costs.
2007 Jeep Patriot car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Jeep Patriot problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Fuel/propulsion system problems
- Suspension problems
- Engine problems
- Steering problems
- Power train problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2007 Jeep Patriot vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2007 Jeep Patriot
The NHTSA has received 269 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2007 Jeep Patriot. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2007 Jeep Patriot vehicles.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-11-20
- VIN: 1J8FF48W37D
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: Engine stalls several minutes after filling up the gas tank. Occurs on every fill up with gas. The stalling stops after being driving a mile to more.
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-09-29
- VIN: 1j8ff48wx7d
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: The rear undercarriage is rusted through and mount by rear differential mount has broken off causing shaking, vibrating and possible differential leakage.
POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-06-01
- VIN: 1j8ff28w37d
- Components: POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
- Summary: Filled gasoline up and had car idle while driving. Had to place car in park, turn ignition off and back on to get it to turn back on. This happened two times and happens everytime I fill up gas in car. Other Patriots have reported same issue and I have been very close to accidents due to this.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-04-21
- VIN: 1J8FF48W57D
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: THE JEEP COMMONLY CHOKES AND DIES RIGHT AFTER A FILL-UP. AFTER 30 SECONDS TO A MINUTE, THE PROBLEM DISAPPEARS. THIS HAS BEEN HAPPENING FOR AT LEAST 10 YEARS. ONLINE DATA SEARCH APPEARS TO INDICATE THAT THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM WITH JEEPS. HAVING YOUR CAR DIE IN TRAFFIC CREATES A DANGEROUS SITUATION.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-01-03
- VIN: 1J8FF28W47D
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: EVERY TIME I FILL UP THE CAR, ONCE A WEEK, I AM BARELY OUT OF THE GAS STATION AND BAM! CAR SHUTS OFF. OR AS I AM DRIVING IT STALLS, SOMETIMES IT GOES AND SOMETIMES IT JUST SHUTS OFF. I'VE CARS ALMOST REAR END ME BECAUSE IT SO SUDDEN. SOMETIMES I JUST TURN ON THE CAR AFTER GAS JUST TO WAIT FOR IT TO SHUT DOWN SO I DON'T KILL MYSELF IN TRAFFIC. TOOK THE CAR TO A MECHANIC PAID 800 BUCKS AND IT STILL HAPPENS. THEY REPLACED THE FULL INJECTOR AND SOME OTHER STUFF THAT I DON'T KNOW. THEY PULLED THE GAS TANK OUT TO DO WHATEVER IT WAS. THE ENTIRE CAR SMELLED LIKE GAS FOR WEEKS. WHY CAN'T SOMETHING BE DONE. LOOKS LIKE I AM NOT THE ONLY ONE. EVERY ONES COMPLAINTS MATCHES MINE. THIS HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR A YEAR.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-12-01
- VIN: 1J8FF28W27D
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: VEHICLE HAS HAD STALLING ISSUES FOLLOWING REFUELING FOR SEVERAL YEARS NOW. ASIDE FROM AFTER REFUELING THE STALLING IS UNPREDICTABLE AS FOR TIMING. SOMETIMES IT STALLS IMMEDIATELY AFTER REFUELING AND STARTING THE ENGINE, OTHER TIMES IT WILL STALL AFTER I'M ALREADY IN TRAFFIC SEVERAL MINUTES LATER. THIS CREATES A SIGNIFICANT SAFETY HAZARD.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-11-26
- VIN: 1K8FF48WX7D
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: AFTER GETTING GAS. VEHICLE STALLS WHILE RUNNING IN DRIVE WITHOUT WARNING . THIS IS GOING TO KILL SOMEONE PULLING INTO TRAFFIC!! IT TAKES ABOUT 3 STARTUPS AND STALLS THAN THERE IS NO ISSUE UNTIL NEXT GAS FILL UP:
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-01-05
- VIN: 1J8FF48W47D
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: EVERY TIME I FILL UP MY 2007 JEEP PATRIOT WITH FUEL WHEN I DRIVE OFF INTO THE CITY STREETS IT TURNS OFF ON ME AND EVERYTHING LOCKS UP IN TRAFFIC WHILE I'M IN MOTION ALMOST CAUSING A ACCIDENT EVERY TIME AND THAT'S ONCE A WEEK CAN YOU PLEASE HELP ME BEFORE I GET KILLED OR SOMEONE ELSE GETS KILLED.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-09-01
- VIN: 1J8FF28W47D
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: AFTER FILLING UP AT THE GAS STATION, STARTED TOO DRIVE AND AFTER A FEW MINUTES THE CAR SPUTTERED AND STALLED. STARTED CAR AGAIN AND THE STALLING HAPPENED AGAIN.. AFTER THESE 2 INCIDENTS THE CAR WAS FINE UNTIL NEXT FILL UP. THIS HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR A FEW YEARS.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-07-13
- VIN: 1J8FF28W27D
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: AFTER FILLING UP WITH GAS TWICE NOW IT STALLS RIGHT AFTER I FILL UP THE GAS TANK. THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKS AND I'VE BEEN STALLED IN AN INTERSECTION THAT IS NOT SAFE. I JUST PURCHASED THIS USED A FEW WEEKS AGO AND WAS NOT AWARE OF THE PROBLEM OR I WOULD NOT HAVE PURCHASED IT. IT'S A FUEL TANK ROLLOVER VALVE AND SHOULD HAVE BEEN RECALLED YEARS AGO. THE ENTIRE FUEL TANK NEEDS TO BE REPLACED WHICH IS AN EXPENSIVE JOB. SHOULD BE RECALLED SO PEOPLE CAN GET IT FIXED BY DEALER AT THE DEALER COST. THIS IS NOT SOMETHING THAT HAPPENS WITH NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR IT IS A MANUFACTURES DEFECT. WHY WASN'T THIS RECALLED YEARS AGO.
ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-05-10
- VIN: 1J8FF28W07D
- Components: ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: ENGINE STALLS AFTER FILL UP OF FUEL WITHIN 5 MILES OF THE GAS STATION CAUSING LOSS OF POWER STEERING. *TR
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-12-19
- VIN: 1J8FF48W67D
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: WHEN I GAS UP BELOW A QUARTER OF A TANK MY JEEP STALLS OUT AND STEERING LOCKS UP COMPLETELY IN THE SPAN OF A SECOND SO I HAVE NO TIME TO MOVE OVER. IF I GAS UP AT AROUND A QUARTER OR ABOVE IT LURCHES REALLY BAD SEVERAL TIMES FOR NEXT FEW MINUTES THEN RUNS FINE UNTIL GASSING UP AGAIN THEN REPEAT. I WAS ALMOST IN AN ACCIDENT THE FIRST TIME THIS HAPPENED NOW I HAVE TO DRIVE FIFTEEN MINUTES AWAY TO GAS UP AND DRIVE THE BACK ROADS TO LET IT RUN IT'S COURSE SO IF I STALL I WON'T GET KILLED. IT IT SUPPOSEDLY THE VALVE ON TOP OF THE GAS TANK RESULTING IN THE WHOLE THING NEEDING TO BE REPLACED. THIS HAS ALMOST GOTTEN ME KILLED AS WELL AS MANY OTHERS WHO I'VE SEEN DISCUSSING THE ISSUE. PLEASE LOOK INTO THIS AND GET THIS RECALLED!
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-12-10
- VIN: 1J8FF48W27D
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: WHEN FILLING GAS TANK THE CAR STALLS AND ANY TIME WHEN DRIVING . THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS WHEN PULLING OUT INTO TRAFFIC, THIS HAS HAPPENED MANT TIMES!!!!!!!!!!!!
STEERING,SERVICE BRAKES,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-12-04
- VIN: 1J8FF28WX7D
- Components: STEERING,SERVICE BRAKES,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: THIS HAS HAPPENED TWICE NOW IN 3 DAYS. AFTER FULLY FILLING MY FUEL TANK AND THEN DRIVING AWAY FROM THE PUMP MY JEEP PATRIOT STALLS BEFORE I HIT 3/10 OF A MILE FROM THE GAS STATION. CONTRARY TO SOME OTHER REPORTS OF THIS ISSUE, THAT I HAVE READ, AS WELL AS THE EXPLANATION OF THE ISSUE POSTED ON THE NHTSA WEBSITE, FROM FCA, THIS DOES NOT HAPPEN ONLY AT IDLE. RATHER IT HAPPENS WHILE I AM DRIVING. WHEN MY JEEP STALLS I ALSO LOSE THE ABILITY TO FULLY STEER (CAN ONLY TURN THE WHEEL APPX 1/4 TURN) AND BRAKING DOES NOT WORK AS WELL AS IT NORMALLY DOES. WHEN IT HAPPENED TODAY I ENDED UP MOUNTING A CURB AND SIDEWALK IN A RESIDENTIAL AREA. THE STREET I WAS ON WAS TURNING BUT I COULDN'T TURN WITH IT. IF I HAD NOT ENGAGED THE EMERGENCY/PARKING BRAKE I WOULD HAVE DRIVEN THROUGH A CHAIN LINK FENCE AND INTO A HOME. ONCE I RESTARTED MY JEEP AND BACKED OFF OF THE CURB THE ENGINE STALLED AGAIN WHILE MY JEEP WAS IN MOTION. LUCKILY I WAS BARELY MOVING AND ALREADY HAD MY HAND ON THE EMERGENCY/PARKING BRAKE. WHEN I RESTARTED MY JEEP THE NEXT TIME I REVVED THE ENGINE TO 3,000RPM FOR APPX 1 MINUTE WHILE MY JEEP WAS IN PARK. MY JEEP DID NOT STALL AFTER THAT FOR THE REST OF TODAY. TOMORROW MAY BE ANOTHER STORY. I SEE IN THIS FORM THERE IS THE ABILITY TO UPLOAD PHOTOS BUT I DID NOT KNOW ABOUT THIS BEING AN EXISTING SAFETY ISSUE OR THE ABILITY TO REPORT IT BEFORE NOW. AS A RESULT THERE ARE NO PHOTOS OF MY JEEP ON A CURB ABOUT TO CRASH INTO SOMEONE'S HOUSE. WITH THE NUMBER OF REPORTS OF THIS ISSUE HAVING ALREADY BEEN MADE TO THE NHTSA I AM SHOCKED THAT A MANDATORY SAFETY RECALL WAS NOT DEMANDED.
SEAT BELTS,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-11-30
- VIN: 1J8FF28W47D
- Components: SEAT BELTS,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: EVERY TIME I FILL UP WITH GAS THE CAR MAKES IT TO THE FIRST STOP SIGN AND THEN JUST DIES. I START IT UP AND START TO DRIVE IT AND IT DIES AGAIN. I HAVE TO SIT IN ONE SPOT AND KEEP TRYING TO DRIVE HOPING IT WON'T DIE AND I WILL GET HIT.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-06-01
- VIN: 1J8FF28WX7D
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: AFTER THE TANK IS FILLED TO FULL, I THEN DRIVE OFF, AND THE NEXT TIME THE CAR COMES TO A COMPLETE STOP, THE ENGINE CUTS OUT. THE CAR HAS TO BE PUT INTO PARK AND THE ENGINE IS ABLE TO RESTART, AND THIS ONLY HAPPENS WHEN THE TANK IS FULL - BUT IT CAUSES THE ENGINE TO STALL OUT. AS LONG AS I DON'T FILL THE TANK TO FULL, IT WON'T HAPPEN. HOWEVER THIS HAS BEEN CONSISTENTLY HAPPENING ANYTIME I FILL UP THE TANK OVER THE LAST YEAR AND A HALF.
SUSPENSION,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-09-18
- VIN: 1J8FF28W67D
- Components: SUSPENSION,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: THE SUBFRAME IS RUSTED OUT
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-08-20
- VIN: 1J8FF48W47D
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: AFTER FUELING I WILL LEAVE THE GAS STATION AND MY PATRIOT WILL SPUTTER AND OFTEN DIE WHILE GOING DOWN THE ROAD. I BELIEVE THIS TO BE A SAFETY ISSUE AND HAVE SEEN MULTIPLE REPORTS OF THIS SAME PROBLEM. THIS HAPPENS EVERY TIME I FILL MY PATRIOT UP WITH FUEL.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-07-23
- VIN: 1J8FF48W27D
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: SUNROOF LEAKS DURING/AFTER HEAVY RAIN, PUTTING CAR THROUGH CARWASH. WATER PUDDLES ON FLOOR WELL OF DRIVERS SEAT AND FLOOR WELL OF PASSENGER BEHIND DRIVERS SEAT. ISSUE STARTED IN 2009. LEAKS HAPPEN WHILE IN MOTION OR STANDING STILL.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-07-14
- VIN: 1J8FF28W17D
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: CAR WILL STALL AFTER FILLING UP GAS TANK, AND THERE IS A LOSS TO ALL THE DRIVING COMPONENTS. NO BRAKES, NO STEERING, NO POWER. VERY DANGEROUS. I HAVE TAKEN IT TO MULTIPLE MECHANICS AND THEY SAY IT IS SOMETHING IN THE GAS TANK, AND THE ONLY WAY TO REPLACE IT IS TO REPLACE IT IS TO BUY A NEW GAS TANK. THERE ARE MULTIPLE FORUMS WITH THOUSANDS OF PEOPLE WITH THE SAME ISSUE. PLEASE ISSUE RECALL THIS IS NOT SAFE.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-10-07
- VIN: 1J8FF28W97D
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: CAR HAS HARD TIME STARTING AFTER SHORT TIME OF BEING SHUT OFF. COMPANY KNOWS OF THIS PROBLEM, IT HAS INSTRUCTIONS IN OWNERS M ANUAL ON HOW TO RESTART CAR. SOMETIMES IT CAN TAKE A LONG TIME. THIS CAN PUT A LOT OF UNNECESSARY STRESS ON THE BATTERY. I BELIEVE THIS ISSUE SHOULD HAVE HAD A RECALL & BE FIXED BY COMPANY. PLEASE NOTE: I'M NOT THE ORIGINAL OWNER.
STEERING,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-07-01
- VIN: 1J8FF28W87D
- Components: STEERING,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: EVERY TIME I REFUEL THE VEHICLE SPUTTERS AND STALLS. NO MATTER WHAT GRADE OF FUEL. IT WILL SPUTTER AND STALL FOR UP TO 20 MILES AFTER I FILL IT UP. IT HAS EVEN STALLED WHEN PULLING INTO TRAFFIC AND THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKS WHEN THAT HAPPENS. IT'S NOT SAFE. THE JEEP DEALERSHIP HAS BEEN REPLACING STUFF HOPING TO FIND A FIX BUT NO LUCK SO FAR. IT WILL STALL STATIONARY, MOVING, TURNING, OR BRAKING. I BELIEVE IT MAY BE SOMETHING RELATED TO THE FUEL TANK ROLLOVER VALVE. AT LEAST THAT'S THE ONLY REASONABLE THING I HAVE READ OR BEEN TOLD. HTTPS://WWW.CARGURUS.COM/CARS/DISCUSSION-T29898_DS631498
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-07-15
- VIN: 1J8FF48WX7D
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: UPON EACH COMPLETE FILL-UP WITH GASOLINE, SHORTLY AFTER DRIVING OFF FROM FUELING, THE VEHICLE WILL BUCK SEVERELY, AND SHUT OFF. WHEN IT SHUTS OFF AND ROLLS TO A STOP, STEERING CONTROL AND POWER BRAKING IS LOST, AND YOU ARE AT THE MERCY OF ALL TRAFFIC AROUND YOU! THIS HAS BEEN GOING ON SINCE AROUND 2012. FROM COUNTLESS HOURS OF INVESTIGATION FROM OTHER OWNERS ON FORUMS, DISCUSSIONS WITH DEALERSHIP PERSONNEL, AS WELL AS MY OWN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC'S ELECTRONIC AND MECHANICAL ANALYSIS, THIS APPEARS TO BE A COMMON COMPLAINT AMONG PATRIOT & COMPASS OWNERS OF MULTIPLE PRODUCTION YEARS. THE ONLY WORK AROUND IS TO NOT FILL UP THE (ALREADY TINY) FUEL TANK COMPLETELY. THE MOST LIKELY ROOT CAUSE IS A MALFUNCTIONING FUEL TANK ROLL-OVER VALVE, WHICH ALLOWS RAW FUEL TO ENTER THE EVAP SYSTEM, AND UPON THE ECM ISSUING A "PURGE COMMAND," THE VEHICLE STALLS. COMPOUNDING THE SITUATION IS THAT THE ROLL-OVER VALVE IS NOT REPLACEABLE SEPARATELY FROM THE ENTIRE FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY. WITH THE VEHICLE BEING LONG OUT OF WARRANTY, THE COST OF A COMPLETE NEW FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY PLUS LABOR, IS PROHIBITIVE. THIS IS CLEARLY A SAFETY RELATED DEFECT THAT CHRYSLER DOES NOT WANT TO STAND BEHIND. I HAVE HAD SEVERAL CLOSE CALLS WHEN LEAVING GAS STATIONS, PULLING OUT INTO TRAFFIC AND NEARLY BEING REAR-ENDED WHEN THE VEHICLE STALLED. I IMAGINE IF NHTSA DOES NOT HOLD CHRYSLER ACCOUNTABLE FOR ALL OF THESE NON-CONFORMING VEHICLES, WHICH BY NOW ARE MOSTLY OUT OF WARRANTY, THE ONLY WAY TO GET CHRYSLER TO TAKE RESPONSIBILITY, WOULD BE TO GET INTO AN ACCIDENT DUE TO THE STALLING ISSUE, AND THEN SUE THEM, ASSUMING I LIVED! THIS IS UNACCEPTABLE. DEALERSHIPS AND CHRYSLER CUSTOMER RELATIONS HAVE BEEN ABSOLUTELY NO HELP AT ALL. YOU ARE OUR ONLY HOPE.
STEERING,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-09-20
- VIN: 1J8FF48W47D
- Components: STEERING,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: AFTER FILLING UP AT GAS STATION AND GETTING ON HIGHWAY ENGINE SHUTS OFF AFTER THE JEEP BUCKED SEVERAL TIMES. WHEN ENGINE SHUT OFF STEERING WHEEL LOCKED. HAD TO PUT CAR IN NEUTRAL URN KEY TO TURN ON ENGINE. ADDITIONALLY AFTER THAT,JEEP CONTINUALLY DIES IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING FILL UP AT GAS STATION. IT CURRENTLY DIES APPROXIMATELY 3 TIMES IN A ROW BEFORE THE ENGINE WILL STAY RUNNING. THIS IS A HIGHLY DANGEROUS EVENT. IF IT SHUTS OFF AND I DO NOT WAIT AT THE GAS STATION WHILE I'M DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD THEN THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKS AND I COULD HAVE AN ACCIDENT AND KILL MYSELF OR SOMEONE ELSE. THIS IS A SERIOUS SITUATION THAT JEEP / CHRYSLER NEEDS TO FIX. WAS THERE A CRASH ... ALMOST!
STEERING,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-05-23
- VIN: 1J8FF48WX7D
- Components: STEERING,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: WHEN I FILL THE GAS TANK ALL THE WAY THE CAR WILL GO ABOUT 25 FEET AND START TO STALL AND SHUTOFF LOCKING THE STEERING WHEEL AND I HAVE NO CONTROL OF THE CAR. IF I DONT FILL IT UP ALL THE WAY THIS IS NOT A PROBLEM. IT APPEARS THERE ARE MANY PEOPLE HAVING THE SAME ISSUE AS SEEN HERE. HTTPS://WWW.CARGURUS.COM/CARS/DISCUSSION-T29898_DS631498
Negative 2007 Jeep Patriot car reviews
Positive 2007 Jeep Patriot car reviews
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Our experience driving to the Colorado mountains from Missouri at 800 feet elevation was impressive. We were able to reach elevations of 11,000 feet with ease. Even with a heavily loaded car, we were able to achieve an impressive 30.3 MPG across Kansas, with most of the journey averaging at 28.8 MPG. The noise level was low enough to allow us to play the radio and have conversations without having to raise our voices. The seats were exceptionally comfortable, even for me with my bad back. Although we have been off-roading with National Forest maps for 15 years with every jeep we have owned, the Patriot did not perform as well as our Grand Cherokee. However, around town, we get an impressive 24.8 to 30 MPG and thoroughly enjoy driving it. While it took some time to get used to the CVT transmission, it has significantly improved our gas mileage. Despite keeping the Wrangler tires at 40 PSI, they are wearing out at 30,000 miles, and we will be replacing them soon.
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I have owned the '07 Patriot since April and it was the last one on the lot for '07s. I got a good deal and did a lot of reading before test driving. I was looking for a more economical vehicle as I still have a Dodge Dakota Quad V8 but it sits in the driveway most of the time. I got the fully loaded version and I must say that the seats are very comfortable. Both my husband and I have bad backs and have yet to experience any problems. I drive both in the city and on the highway and have just reached 3000 miles. I am getting 22-26 mpg which is great. The CVT took some time getting used to but I really like the fact that you can't feel the gears change.
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Hi there! I hope you're doing well. I wanted to let you know that I recently purchased an '07 Patriot and I'm really enjoying it so far! One thing I'm particularly impressed with is the fuel economy - I'm getting around 29mpg with 89 octane 2.4 litre engine, 5speed, 2wd. The surf blue clear coat paint is absolutely beautiful and I love the convenience of the vinyl interior. This is actually the 5th Jeep vehicle I've owned and I have to say, I'm really happy with what I got for the money. While it may not be the toughest off-roader, it's perfect for my 100 mile daily highway trips. The only thing I've noticed is that the center console is a bit awkward - the armrest doesn't seem to meet up with your elbow just right and the cup holder is on the floor board. Other than that, it's a blast to drive! Mine doesn't have any power options, cruise control, or any fancy features, but I don't mind at all. Thanks for listening!
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I really appreciate the honest opinions of auto writers, especially when it comes to reviewing economy cars. I recently purchased a Patriot with a 5 speed manual and 2.4L engine and I couldn't be happier with my decision. The ride is very comfortable on the highway and I was able to get an impressive 25MPG on my first tank of gas! I even traded in my old 15MPG Wrangler for this car and I have no regrets. The vinyl seats are a great touch and they look like leather, plus they're easy to clean. I'm a big guy at 6'1
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When I was in the market for a new car three years ago, I spent weeks researching online and reading reviews for various models such as the Jeep, Nitro, Xterra, and a few others. After test driving a few, I ultimately decided on the Jeep Patriot Limited and I have been extremely satisfied with my choice ever since. While there was a minor issue with the sunroof leaking, the car has been problem-free for the past 3.5 years. As other reviewers have noted, this car is packed with features that are thousands of dollars less than its competitors. The interior styling in black, gray, and silver is simple yet tastefully executed. All of the features, from the 4-wheel drive to the heated seats, perform flawlessly time and time again.
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Carmelo Senger 2024-10-03
I purchased my first jeep primarily for its affordability and fuel efficiency. It has proven to be a reliable vehicle during the snowy winter months, handling well in the snow. The YES fabric and plastic back on the seats have been a great feature for my toddler. Although the controls are in unusual locations, I have become accustomed to them over time. Unfortunately, the rear windows produce a bothersome amount of noise. Additionally, the seats are uncomfortable, the armrest is subpar, and the cup holders are inconveniently placed. Recently, I have experienced issues with the power windows failing, which has been a frustrating experience. Despite these setbacks, I am confident that I will be able to find a solution and continue to enjoy my jeep.
Antwon Kutch 2024-09-23
I'm learning to live with it, but it's been hard to leave my fully loaded Suburban. However, I wanted to save some money on gas and I have certainly achieved that. Although, the loss of power and luxury has been a hard pill to swallow. It's nice when it only costs me $30 to fill up and I'm getting 26-28 miles to the gallon.
Destin Parisian 2024-05-18
This Jeep handles like a much heavier SUV. Although the quality is so-so, it's still a decent car. However, the engine noise when accelerating can be maddening. We have owned the Patriot for over a month and have driven a little over 1,000 miles. The gas mileage is a bit disappointing, averaging at 21.3 all around, and with a small 13-gallon tank, it seems like we are always at the gas station. We are considering swapping it out next year for a foreign model. In hindsight, I should have listened to my gut feeling on this one.
Jimmy Sipes 2024-05-13
Hi there! I came across another post about a similar issue and was wondering if anyone could help me out. I'm getting frustrated with spending so much money on my Jeep. The transmission was already replaced 25,000 km ago, and just last week the O2 sensor was replaced. The dealer also installed a new throttle body and throttle position sensor. Any suggestions or advice would be greatly appreciated!