2007 Jeep Patriot problems
Verdict · NHTSA data
Among the better years
The 2007 Jeep Patriot is among the quieter years of the Patriot on NHTSA's books: 130 complaints (54% below the model's median year), no recalls, and no open investigations.
The trouble concentrates in one system: fuel system issues account for 46% of all reports (60 of 130), far ahead of engine at 17.
130
NHTSA complaints
0
Recalls
1
Investigations
1
Crash-involved
1
Fires reported
2
Injuries
0
Deaths
—
NCAP overall
How does 2007 compare to other Patriot years?
What are the most common 2007 Jeep Patriot problems?
| Component | Complaints | Share | vs prior year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel System | 60 | 46% | new |
| Engine | 17 | 13% | new |
| Suspension | 9 | 7% | new |
| Steering | 8 | 6% | new |
| Electrical System | 8 | 6% | new |
| Other | 7 | 5% | new |
| Transmission | 6 | 5% | new |
| Body & Structure | 5 | 4% | new |
| Brakes | 3 | 2% | new |
| Speed Control | 2 | 2% | new |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 2% | — flat |
| Tires & Wheels | 2 | 2% | — flat |
| Driver Assistance | 1 | 1% | new |
Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA
Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 JEEP PATRIOT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FUEL TANK FAILED TO ACCEPT FUEL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A PRIVATE MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS FOUND THAT THE CHECK VALVE HAD FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED ABOUT THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS…”
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 JEEP PATRIOT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE AT A STOP SIGN, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE FAILURE RECURRED MULTIPLE TIMES OVER THE PAST SEVEN YEARS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE…”
“I HAD A COMPLETE BALL JOINT FAILURE WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY. THE FAILURE RESULTED IN MY WHEEL SEPARATING FROM MY CAR WHILE DRIVING IN MODERATE TRAFFIC HIGHWAY SPEEDS (35 MPH). DUE TO THE FAILURE AND CONTINUED FORWARD MOTION WHILE DRIVING, THE ENTIRE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE SUSPENSION HAD TO BE…”
“AFTER FILLING THE FUEL TANK ALL THE WAY THE CAR WILL STUTTER AND STALL WHEN YOU FIRST PULL AWAY FROM THE STATION. I WAS TOLD THIS IS BECAUSE THE VAPORS CANISTER MALFUNCTIONS. THIS ISN'T BAD, EXCEPT IN THIS STATE THE STEERING LOCKS. IT DOESN'T JUST GET AND TO STEER LIKE OLD DAYS WITHOUT POWER…”
“SMELLED BURNING PLASTIC . . . FAINT AT FIRST, BUT KEPT GETTING STRONGER. PULLED OVER TO FIND THE PROBLEM AND SAW FLAMES COMING OUT OF THE SPEAKER IN THE LEFT REAR DOOR. HALF OF THE SPEAKER COVER WAS TOTALLY BURNED AWAY. POURED WATER ON THE FIRE TO PUT IT OUT. ALSO POURED WATER THROUGH WINDOW DOWN…”
2007 Jeep Patriot — common questions
Is the 2007 Jeep Patriot reliable?
Its record is better than the model's norm: 130 NHTSA complaints, below the typical Patriot year, with 0 recalls and no open investigations.
What are the most common 2007 Patriot problems?
According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are fuel system (60 complaints), engine (17 complaints), suspension (9 complaints).
Does the 2007 Jeep Patriot have recalls?
No. NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2007 Jeep Patriot.
Is the 2007 Jeep Patriot under NHTSA investigation?
NHTSA opened one investigation into this model year; all are now closed.
Which Jeep Patriot years should you avoid?
Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Patriot years to avoid are 2014, 2016, 2012, 2015, 2011, 2013. The cleanest record among Patriot years belongs to 2002.
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.