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#BS-2014-JEEPAT-59182014 Jeep PatriotProblems, Recalls & Reliability
Based on reports from 906 owners and 2 recalls for this exact model.
Data updated ·checked October 21, 2026 · NHTSA complaints through October 19, 2026
Preliminary Verdict
Red Flag
Based on 906 complaints, 52 crashes, 9 fires, and 2 recalls. Complaint rate is 2.1x the class average.
Top reported problems
water leaking into interior
13 complaints • Severity 8/10
sunroof leaks
8 complaints • Severity 8.8/10
engine wont turn over wont start
7 complaints • Severity 7.7/10
engine stalls shuts down while driving
7 complaints • Severity 8.9/10
throttle control and engine stability lights
6 complaints • Severity 9/10
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Mechanic Inspection Checklist
158 owners reported engine issues — failures commonly reported around 55K miles.
Failure Timeline by Mileage
Peak failure range: 60–90K miles (179 reports) • Median: 55K miles
30,000-Mile Cost Projection
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Most Likely
Worst Case
Top cost driver: Engine (158 reports).
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Where the complaints fall
2014 Jeep Patriot: Known Issues & Problem Areas
Engine Issues
Engine complaints account for 17% of all reports filed for the 2014 Jeep Patriot, with 158 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. The median mileage at time of complaint is 55,000 miles, suggesting issues tend to surface around the 55K-mile mark.
Airbags Issues
Airbags complaints account for 16% of all reports filed for the 2014 Jeep Patriot, with 149 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to airbags-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.
Seat Belts Issues
Seat Belts complaints account for 11% of all reports filed for the 2014 Jeep Patriot, with 102 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to seat belts-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.
Electrical Issues
Electrical complaints account for 10% of all reports filed for the 2014 Jeep Patriot, with 89 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to electrical-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.
Data sourced from NHTSA owner complaints and community reports. The full report analyzes severity, repair costs, and failure patterns for each category.
Complaint trend by year
Complaints filed with NHTSA by year for the 2014 Jeep Patriot. Recent trend: stable.
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Recall History (2 recalls)
ENGINE
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2013 Dodge Avenger and Chrysler 200, and model year 2014 Jeep Compass and Patriot vehicles equipped with 2.4L engines. Due to abrasive debris in the balance shaft bearings, these engines may have a loss of engine oil pressure, possibly resulting in an engine stall or engine failure.
SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chrysler 200, 2010 Chrysler Sebring, 2010-2012 Dodge Caliber and 2010-2014 Jeep Patriot, Compass and Dodge Avenger vehicles. The Occupant Restraint Control (OCR) module may short circuit, preventing the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags from deploying in the event of a crash.
Recall severity analysis & seller scripts
The full report rates each recall's severity and gives you scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.
2014 Jeep Patriot NHTSA Safety Ratings
Overall
★★★★★4 of 5 stars
Frontal crash
★★★★★3 of 5 stars
Side crash
★★★★★5 of 5 stars
Rollover
★★★★★3 of 5 stars
From NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings). Where NHTSA tested more than one version of this vehicle, the lowest rating is shown.
NHTSA Defect Investigations (2)
1 investigation still open: NHTSA is examining whether a defect warrants a recall.
Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Active Head Rest Inadvertent Deployment
SEATS
The worst model year for the Jeep Patriot is the 2015 — worth knowing if you're cross-shopping years. The biggest problem area is body / paint.
2014 Jeep Patriot vs. Class Average (Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD)
This vehicle
906
Class avg
423
2.1x the class average — significantly more complaints than typical small sport utility vehicle 2wd vehicles.
Complaint counts correlate with sales volume — popular vehicles naturally generate more reports. The full report normalizes for this.
About this data
NHTSA Complaints
Federal database of owner-filed safety complaints. 906 records for this vehicle.
NHTSA Recalls
Manufacturer-issued safety recalls. 2 recalls found for this vehicle.
Repair Cost Data
Real-world repair costs from owner reports and independent databases.
Last updated (checked October 21, 2026). NHTSA complaints received through October 19, 2026; safety ratings from NHTSA's 5-Star program.
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