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2016 Jeep PatriotProblems, Recalls & Reliability

Based on reports from 762 owners and 1 recall for this exact model.

Data updated ·NHTSA complaints through October 28, 2026

Complaints
762
Crashes
43
Fires
12
Recalls
1
TSBs
104
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Preliminary Verdict

Red Flag

Based on 762 complaints, 43 crashes, 12 fires, and 1 recalls. Complaint rate is 1.8x the class average.

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Top reported problems

1

water leaking into cabin

13 complaints • Severity 7.4/10

$X,XXX
2

brakes squeaking

7 complaints • Severity 5.7/10

$X,XXX
3

will not accelerate when driving

7 complaints • Severity 10/10

$X,XXX
4

lights dim

2 complaints • Severity 6/10

$X,XXX
5

bad motor mounts

2 complaints • Severity 8/10

$X,XXX

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Mechanic Inspection Checklist

!Check the EngineHIGH

234 owners reported engine issues — failures commonly reported around 51K miles.

!Inspect the ElectricalMED
Look for symptoms of wear and premature failure
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Failure Timeline by Mileage

110
0–30K
153
30–60K
116
60–90K
48
90–120K
5
120–150K
16
150K+

Peak failure range: 30–60K miles (153 reports) • Median: 51K miles

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30,000-Mile Cost Projection

Best Case

$X,XXX

Most Likely

$X,XXX

Worst Case

$X,XXX

Top cost driver: Engine (234 reports).

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Owner Intelligence

AI-synthesized themes from real complaints

Buyer Lot Checklist

Questions, test drive checks, walk-away triggers

Negotiation Talking Points

Data-backed dollar deductions

Buy / Skip Verdict

Final recommendation with conditions

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Where the complaints fall

Engine234 (31%)
Electrical98 (13%)
Other75 (10%)
Drivetrain73 (10%)
Speed Control47 (6%)
Fuel System42 (6%)
Airbags32 (4%)
Steering25 (3%)

2016 Jeep Patriot: Known Issues & Problem Areas

Engine Issues

Engine complaints account for 31% of all reports filed for the 2016 Jeep Patriot, with 234 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. The median mileage at time of complaint is 51,000 miles, suggesting issues tend to surface around the 51K-mile mark.

Electrical Issues

Electrical complaints account for 13% of all reports filed for the 2016 Jeep Patriot, with 98 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to electrical-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Drivetrain Issues

Drivetrain complaints account for 10% of all reports filed for the 2016 Jeep Patriot, with 73 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to drivetrain-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Speed Control Issues

Speed Control complaints account for 6% of all reports filed for the 2016 Jeep Patriot, with 47 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to speed control-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

2
15
36
16
35
17
93
18
122
19
127
20
89
21
64
22
64
23
62
24
40
25
28
26

Complaints filed with NHTSA by year for the 2016 Jeep Patriot. Recent trend: stable.

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Recall History (1 recall)

16V907000Feb 2017

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Dodge Journey, Jeep Compass, and Jeep Patriot vehicles manufactured May 9, 2016, to July 15, 2016. The crankshaft or camshaft sensor may only work intermittently, causing the engine to stall.

Recall severity analysis & seller scripts

The full report rates each recall's severity and gives you scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.

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2016 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 (4)

1 investigation still open: NHTSA is examining whether a defect warrants a recall.

EA19001ClosedOpened Apr 2019 · closed Sep 2024

Electrical overstress

AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE

EA21002OpenOpened Sep 2021

Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

PE19014ClosedOpened Sep 2019 · closed Feb 2026

Active Head Rest Inadvertent Deployment

SEATS

RQ22002ClosedOpened Jul 2022 · closed Jun 2025

Stall from Crankshaft\Camshaft Failure

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:CRANK/CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR

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.

2016 Jeep Patriot vs. Class Average (Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD)

This vehicle

762

Class avg

421

1.8x 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. 762 records for this vehicle.

NHTSA Recalls

Manufacturer-issued safety recalls. 1 recall found for this vehicle.

Repair Cost Data

Real-world repair costs from owner reports and independent databases.

Last updated . NHTSA complaints received through October 28, 2026; safety ratings from NHTSA's 5-Star program.

Other Jeep Patriot Model Years

201720162015201420132012201120102009200820072002
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2016 Jeep Patriot: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most common problem with the 2016 Jeep Patriot?
The most commonly reported issue with the 2016 Jeep Patriot is related to the engine, with 234 complaints filed with NHTSA.
Is the 2016 Jeep Patriot reliable?
The 2016 Jeep Patriot has 762 complaints, 43 crash reports, and 12 fire reports filed with NHTSA. This is 1.8x the class average — higher than typical for its segment.
How safe is the 2016 Jeep Patriot?
NHTSA rates the 2016 Jeep Patriot 4 out of 5 stars overall, with 3 stars in frontal crash tests, 5 stars in side crash tests, 3 stars for rollover resistance. Where NHTSA tested more than one version, the lowest rating is shown.
How much does it cost to fix 2016 Jeep Patriot problems?
Repair costs vary by issue. The full BumperScan report includes detailed repair cost estimates (low/median/high) for every major issue, plus a 30,000-mile total cost of ownership projection.
Does the 2016 Jeep Patriot have any recalls?
Yes, the 2016 Jeep Patriot has 1 recall on record. The full report includes recall severity analysis and scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.
What mileage do Jeep Patriot problems start?
Based on 448 complaints with mileage data, the median mileage at time of complaint is 51,000 miles. The highest concentration of reported issues occurs in the 30–60K mile range. The full report breaks down exactly which components fail at each mileage bracket.
When was the 2016 Jeep Patriot data last updated?
BumperScan last checked this vehicle against NHTSA on October 30, 2026, covering owner complaints received through October 28, 2026 plus the latest recalls, investigations and technical service bulletins.
What’s in the full report?
10 sections of AI analysis: severity-ranked issues, component scores (0-100), 30K-mile cost projection, failure timeline by mileage, recall details with seller scripts, owner sentiment analysis, mechanic checklist, buyer lot checklist, negotiation ammo with dollar figures, and a buy/skip verdict.
How is this different from free NHTSA data?
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