2010 Jeep Patriot FWD
Only 22 complaints on file — too few 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.
Only 22 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 22
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2010
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2010: 22 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2007 | 35 |
| 2008 | 90 |
| 2009 | 24 |
| 2010 | 22 |
Known problem areas
Only 22 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Structure
6 of 22 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing body.
Suspension
5 of 22 total reports mention: suspension, most commonly citing front.
Show complaint excerpts
At 21,237 miles, front tie rods and ball joints had to be replaced for a total of $1500. At this amount of miles, this is completely unacceptable.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-10-14
I had my car in to repair a flat tire and the mechanic reported to me that one of the front ball joints needed to be repaired asap.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-07-10
Also filed under Wheels
Went to get my annual oil change on my 2008 Jeep patriot with only 42,000 miles on it. My mechanic called me at work and said my lower ball joint was about to fall out. Now the car is only 2 years old.
NHTSA ODI report, 2010-08-24
Power train
4 of 22 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing floor shift and automatic transmission.
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Tl*the contact owns a 2010 Jeep patriot. While attempting to drive in reverse the gear shift lever malfunctioned. He was able to release the brake pedal and move the vehicle into a parking space with the emergency brake on.
NHTSA ODI report, 2010-02-25
Air bags
3 of 22 total reports mention: air bags.
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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.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-01-23
Safty recall N01 / NHTSA 13V-233 and S61 / NHTSA 16V-668 I took my 2010 Jeep patriot in for the above factory recalls on 11/21/2017 to young Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of ionia in ionia, mi and was told that they didn't have the parts to fix this...
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-28
Also filed under Electrical system and seat belts
Visibility
2 of 22 total reports mention: visibility.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2010-09-14Equipment10E043000 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…
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.
Buy-smart checklist
2010 Jeep Patriot FWD — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Structure: 6 reports on file for this year.
- Suspension: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 4 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 10E043000 · Equipment
FAQ
- Is the 2010 Jeep Patriot FWD 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 2010 Jeep Patriot FWD?
- The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 27% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2010 Jeep Patriot FWD have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.