MYRModel Year Report

2014 Jeep Patriot

■ Significantly worse — known issue year
2014 Jeep Patriot
BUILT 2026-08-02

This year had more than double the complaints of this model's typical year.

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Jeep Patriot Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2014 highlighted. 2002: 3 complaints 2002 2007: 94 complaints 2008: 184 complaints 2008 2009: 191 complaints 2010: 136 complaints 2010 2011: 325 complaints 2012: 352 complaints 2012 2013: 120 complaints 2014: 547 complaints 2014 2015: 313 complaints 2016: 454 complaints 2016 2017: 59 complaints 2017
2014: 547 complaints
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YearComplaints
20023
200794
2008184
2009191
2010136
2011325
2012352
2013120
2014547
2015313
2016454
201759

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

ENGINE 28%

28% of complaints: engine — 155 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
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On a fateful day, I, [XXX] , found myself in a harrowing situation on the interstate. While driving, my car unexpectedly flipped over, tumbling four times before coming to a jarring stop.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260318

MFG AND DEALER INDICATE THAT ALL JEEP PATRIOTS HAVE TRANSMISSION METERING/SENSORING SYSTEM THAT FAILS AND THAT THEY DON'T KNOW HOW TO FIX THE THE DEFECTIVE COMPONENTS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140613

AIR BAGS 27%

27% of complaints: air bags — 148 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY DEATH
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The contact owned a 2014 Jeep Patriot.

NHTSA ODI report, 20231212

ON THE MORNING OF 4/1/18 I WAS INVOLVED IN A CAR ACCIDENT WHEN MY CAR LOST CONTROL AND HIT A TREE GOING BETWEEN 20-30MPH. IT WAS A HEAD ON COLLISION WHERE MY AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY AND MY SEAT BELT DID NOT TENSE DURING OR AFTER THE COLLISION.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180417

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 JEEP PATRIOT. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, A COMMERCIAL TRACTOR TRAILER CRASHED INTO HIS DRIVERS SIDE FRONT FENDER. THE AIG BAG SENSORS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140107

SEAT BELTS 19%

19% of complaints: seat belts — 102 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
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ON THE MORNING OF 4/1/18 I WAS INVOLVED IN A CAR ACCIDENT WHEN MY CAR LOST CONTROL AND HIT A TREE GOING BETWEEN 20-30MPH. IT WAS A HEAD ON COLLISION WHERE MY AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY AND MY SEAT BELT DID NOT TENSE DURING OR AFTER THE COLLISION.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180417

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 16%

16% of complaints: electrical system — 88 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
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ON THIS DAY WHILE DRIVING ON 95 SOUTH TO FRANKLIN MILLS MALL FROM UPPER DARBY WE NOTICED AN ELECTRICAL BURNING SMELL.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140814

POWER TRAIN 13%

13% of complaints: power train — 69 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE INJURY

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20131224 — engine

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2013 Dodge Avenger and Chrysler 200, and model year 2014 Jeep Compass and Patriot vehicles equipped with 2.4L engines. Due to abrasive de

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the engine balance shaft module, free of charge. The recall began on December 24, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler

Campaign 13V552000 — check if this car was fixed

▮ 2014 — complaint volume: 547
R 20170815 — air bags, seat belts

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.

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.

Campaign 16V668000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20190909 — PE (closed 20260225)

Active Head Rest Inadvertent Deployment

I 20210917 — EA (open)

Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2014 Jeep Patriot — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine issues (155 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (148 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for seat belts issues (102 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 13V552000 (engine) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 16V668000 (air bags, seat belts) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2017 ▲ 2007 ▲ 2013

WORST YEARS

■ 2016 ◆ 2012 ◆ 2011

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FAQ

Is the 2014 Jeep Patriot reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2014 Jeep Patriot is rated "significantly worse".

What are the most common problems with the 2014 Jeep Patriot?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 28% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2014 Jeep Patriot have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.