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2009 Jeep Patriot Fwd problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

A typical year for this model

The 2009 Jeep Patriot Fwd sits mid-pack among Patriot Fwd years: 36 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 44, with a single recall and no defect investigations.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across electrical system (7), suspension (6), and engine (5), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.

36

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2009 compare to other Patriot Fwd years?

Patriot Fwd NHTSA complaints by model year, 2009 highlighted145 complaints2007: 52 complaints2008: 145 complaints2009: 36 complaints2010: 30 complaints
Patriot Fwd NHTSA complaints by model year, 2009 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2009 Jeep Patriot Fwd problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System719%
Suspension617%
Engine514%
Body & Structure411%
Tires & Wheels38%
Other38%
Transmission26%
Lighting26%
Brakes26%
Fuel System13%
Steering13%

Does the 2009 Jeep Patriot Fwd have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

10E043000OtherSeptember 3, 2010 · 294 units

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.

Consequence

AN IMPROPERLY DEPLOYED AIRBAG COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY.

Remedy

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“THE ENGINE LOSSES POWER FEELS LIKE ITS GONNA BREAK DOWN WENT THRU 2 ALTERNATORS AND 3 BATTERY'S IT FEELS LIKE SOMETHING IS DRAWLING THE ELECTRICAL POWER AWAY WHEN ACCELERATING OR USING HEADLIGHTS OR TURN SIGNALS”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · August 27, 2017

“VEHICLE WAS PRESENTED FOR NEW TIRES AT 35000 MILES ,, ALL MILES ARE HIGH WAY WITH NO OFF ROAD OR BEACH ETC. MECHANIC FOUND THAT BOTH FRONT BALL JOINTS/CONTROL ARMS HAVE FAILED PREMATURELY TO THE POINT OF MAKING THE VEHICLE UNSAFE AND UN DRIVABLE UNTIL REPAIRED. READING ON LINE COMMENTS THIS…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Suspension · February 1, 2014

“THE AIR CONDITIONING CONDENSOR IS POSITIONED DIRECTLY IN THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. NOTHING PROTECTS THE UNIT (BUMPER, PLASIC COVER, ETC). A ROCK CAN EASILY STRIKE THE UNIT RESULTING IN DAMAGE. THIS COULD BE A FIRE HAZARD, AS THE UNIT CONTAINS FREON.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · March 18, 2011

“JEEP IS LEAKING WATER THROUGH THE FRONT MAP LIGHT, SUNROOF, "A" PILLARS, AND REAR INTERIOR HATCH LIGHT. SERVICE WAS PERFORMED ON 10-8-2013 AND THE WATER LEAK STARTED AGAIN ON 03-24-2014. CHRYSLER DID ISSUE A SERVICE BULLETIN #23-016-10 ON SEPTEMBER 10, 2010 BUT NO RECALL WAS ISSUED. THERE IS WATER…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · October 8, 2013

“BLOWOUT OCCURRED IN SIDEWALL OF TIRE. WAS TRAVELING SOUTHBOUND ON STATE ROUTE 8 IN STOW, OHIO, BETWEEN ROUTE 303 AND STEELES CORNER ROAD. AMBIENT TEMPERATURE WAS 90 F. SPEED WAS 55 MPH. ROAD SURFACE WAS ROUGH; SURFACE LAYER OF PAVEMENT HAD BEEN REMOVED TO PREPARE FOR RESURFACING. NO CURB, DEBRIS,…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · August 11, 2009

2009 Jeep Patriot Fwd — common questions

Is the 2009 Jeep Patriot Fwd reliable?

It is close to typical for the Patriot Fwd: 36 NHTSA complaints, 1 recall, and no investigations on file.

What are the most common 2009 Patriot Fwd problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (7 complaints), suspension (6 complaints), engine (5 complaints).

Does the 2009 Jeep Patriot Fwd have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2009 Jeep Patriot Fwd. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Jeep Patriot Fwd years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Patriot Fwd years to avoid are 2008. The cleanest record among Patriot Fwd years belongs to 2010.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.