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2010 Jeep Patriot problems

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A typical year for this model

The 2010 Jeep Patriot sits mid-pack among Patriot years: 207 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 284, with 2 recalls and one closed investigation. Complainants reported 13 injuries in total across these filings.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across fuel system (31), airbags (26), and electrical system (24), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.

207

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

1

Investigations

12

Crash-involved

4

Fires reported

13

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2010 compare to other Patriot years?

Patriot NHTSA complaints by model year, 2010 highlighted903 complaints2002: 6 complaints2007: 130 complaints2008: 273 complaints2009: 292 complaints2010: 207 complaints2011: 485 complaints2012: 550 complaints2013: 178 complaints2014: 903 complaints2015: 499 complaints2016: 751 complaints2017: 98 complaints
Patriot 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 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Fuel System3115%
Airbags2613%
Electrical System2412%
Transmission178%
Engine168%
Suspension157%
Steering157%
Tires & Wheels115%
Body & Structure115%
Other105%
Speed Control94%
Seat Belts94%
Brakes42%
Visibility & Wipers31%
Lighting31%
Seats31%

Does the 2010 Jeep Patriot have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

16V668000Seat BeltsSeptember 15, 2016 · 1,435,625 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

If the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a vehicle crash that necessitates deployment of these safety systems.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the OCR, free of charge. Interim letters informing owners that parts are not available yet were mailed on October 26, 2016. The recall began on August 15, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S61.

13V233000Electrical SystemJune 4, 2013 · 254,396 units

Defect

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Jeep Compass and Patriot vehicles manufactured May 6, 2008, through July 20, 2012. The affected vehicles have a software error which may result in a delayed deployment or non-deployment of the seatbelt pre-tensioners and/or side airbags.

Consequence

In the event of a rollover necessitating airbag deployment, the software error can lead to a delayed deployment or non-deployment of the side curtain airbag and/or seatbelt pre-tensioners. As a result, vehicle occupants have an increased risk of injury in a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will correct the software free of charge. The recall began June 21, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall number is N01.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“ADDING FUEL TO VEHICLE TANK RESULTS IN FUEL GUSHING OUT OF FUEL FILLER PIPE. IT APPEARS THE FUEL TANK CANNOT VENT THE AIR IN THE TANK AS NEW FUEL IS ADDED AND THIS FORCES NEWLY ADDED FUEL BACK OUT OF THE FILLER PIPE. THIS IS A VERY DANGEROUS AND COMMON PROBLEM REGARDING FAULTY ROLLOVER VALVES ON…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · August 11, 2017

“WE HAVE 2 VEHICLES UNDER RECALL S61/NHTSA 16V-668 DATED 10/01/16 AND STILL NO REMEDY. THIS RECALL PUTS OUR LIVES IN JEEP'S HANDS EVERY TIME WE DRIVE OUR CARS. THE OTHER PATRIOT UNDER THIS RECALL WAS HIT BY A DEER WHILE DRIVING AND THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. LUCKILY, THAT TIME WE WERE NOT INJURED,…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · April 4, 2016 · crash

“WE HAVE HAD SEVERAL INCIDENTS WITH THIS VEHICLE SINCE A ROUTINE SERVICE AND UNKNOWN RECALL WAS PERFORMED IN AUGUST OF 2013. USING ONLY AUTHORIZED JEEP DEALERS TO EVALUATE THERE SEEMED TO BE NO PROBLEM WITH THE VEHICLE. MY DAUGHTER WAS ROUTINELY DRIVING THIS VEHICLE AND IT BURST INTO FLAMES AND WITH…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · April 17, 2014 · fire

“MY SISTER WAS DRIVING MY VEHICLE. SHE FELT CAR WHEELS PULLING TO ONE SIDE. VEHICLE BEGAN TO VEER OUT OF CONTROL WHERE SHE TRIED TO STABLIZE. PICTURE TAKEN AFTER ACCIDENT SHOWS THAT BOTTOM FRAME OF VEHICLE BECAME UNATTACHED FROM VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE DID NOT HIT ANOTHER VEHICLE OR ANYTHING ELSE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · June 1, 2017 · crash

“I STOPPED AT A CONVENIENT STORE ON MY WAY HOME FROM WORK PRIOR TO THIS MY RADIO CONTINUE TO TURN OFF AND ON. WHEN I WENT TO START MY JEEP BACK UP IT WOULD NOT START AND WAS SMOKING. I HAD IT PULLED TO THE DEALERSHIP THE NEXT DAY AND THEY TOLD ME THAT THE STARTER WIRE HAD CAUGHT AFIRE AND FRIED THE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · May 23, 2014 · fire

2010 Jeep Patriot — common questions

Is the 2010 Jeep Patriot reliable?

Its record is better than the model's norm: 207 NHTSA complaints, below the typical Patriot year, with 2 recalls and no open investigations.

What are the most common 2010 Patriot problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are fuel system (31 complaints), airbags (26 complaints), electrical system (24 complaints).

Does the 2010 Jeep Patriot have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2010 Jeep Patriot. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2010 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.