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2010 Jeep Patriot Fwd problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Among the better years

The 2010 Jeep Patriot Fwd is among the quieter years of the Patriot Fwd on NHTSA's books: 30 complaints (32% below the model's median year), a single recall, and no open investigations.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across body & structure (6), suspension (5), and transmission (4), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.

30

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

1

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2010 compare to other Patriot Fwd years?

Patriot Fwd NHTSA complaints by model year, 2010 highlighted145 complaints2007: 52 complaints2008: 145 complaints2009: 36 complaints2010: 30 complaints
Patriot Fwd NHTSA complaints by model year, 2010 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2010 Jeep Patriot Fwd problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Body & Structure620%
Suspension517%
Transmission413%
Airbags310%
Other310%
Visibility & Wipers27%
Tires & Wheels27%
Speed Control13%
Seats13%
Electrical System13%
Seat Belts13%
Steering13%

Does the 2010 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.

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 JEEP PATRIOT FWD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WATER PENETRATED THE VEHICLE THROUGH THE ROOF, DAMAGING THE OVERHEAD LIGHT AND THE DASHBOARD. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND THEY ADVISED THE CONTACT TO HAVE A DEALER DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · September 22, 2011

“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…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Suspension · January 23, 2012

“THE JEEP PATRIOT HA S ACVT TRANSMISSION AND WHEN PULLING INTO TRAFFIC FROM A STOP THE VEHICLE HESITATES AND CRAWLS TO A START. I ALMOST GOT KILLED BECAUSE MY VEHICLE DIDN'T MOVE WHEN I NEEDED IT TO. THIS IS A VERY DANGEROUS CHARACTERISTIC AND THE MANUFACTURER SHOULD INFORM PROSPECTIVE OWNERS OF…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · October 17, 2010

“I WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT WHERE I REAR-ENDED ANOTHER VEHICLE. I WAS GOING ABOUT 35 AND MY VEHICLE WAS IMBEDDED IN THE BUMPER OF THE OTHER VEHICLE. THE TOW TRUCK HAD TO PULL THE VEHICLES APART AND THERE IS ABOUT $7,500 IN DAMAGE TO MY VEHICLE. I HIT MY KNEE ON THE DASH AND HAD BRUISING FROM THE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · January 4, 2012 · crash

“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.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · October 30, 2018

2010 Jeep Patriot Fwd — common questions

Is the 2010 Jeep Patriot Fwd reliable?

Its record is better than the model's norm: 30 NHTSA complaints, below the typical Patriot Fwd year, with 1 recall and no open investigations.

What are the most common 2010 Patriot Fwd problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are body & structure (6 complaints), suspension (5 complaints), transmission (4 complaints).

Does the 2010 Jeep Patriot Fwd have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2010 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.