2008 Jeep Patriot 4X4
Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
- Complaints
- 171
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Suspension
None on file
None on file
29% of complaints
Complaints per year
2008: 171 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2007 | 141 |
| 2008 | 171 |
| 2009 | 60 |
| 2010 | 30 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Suspension
29% · 50 reportsMost commonly citing front and lower ball joint.
Fuel/propulsion system
27% · 47 reportsShow complaint excerpts
Gas pump will either cut off way prematurely or will overflow. Turned out to be a bad check valve.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-21
Vehicle bucking and stalling after filling up with gas.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-21
After fueling up Jeep, and drive for less than a mile Jeep shuts off I have to stop and restart the Jeep.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-08
Steering
15% · 26 reportsMost commonly citing tie rod assembly.
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Driving down the highway at 50 MPH and the car stalls leaving no power steering. This has been happening for the past 2 years. Last time I lost control an had a accident . Very dangerous .
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-03-20
Engine
13% · 22 reportsShow complaint excerpts
Have had my Jeep for 6 years its always stalling I took it to Jeep Chrysler Dodge, firestone nobody can figure out whats wrong; it actually turns itself off and nobody knows why. This is dangerous this car needs a recall.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-10-13
Structure
12% · 21 reportsMost commonly citing body.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Jeep Patriot 4X4. The contact fell asleep while driving at an unknown speed and lost control of the vehicle. The vehicle was flipped thirteen times as the entire roof separated from the vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2011-03-28
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2008 Jeep Patriot 4X4 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Suspension: 50 reports on file for this year.
- Fuel/propulsion system: 47 reports on file for this year.
- Steering: 26 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2008 Jeep Patriot 4X4 reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2008 Jeep Patriot 4X4?
- The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2008 Jeep Patriot 4X4 have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.