2008 Jeep Patriot FWD
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
1 recall names the 2008 Jeep Patriot FWD. Newest first.
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 vehicles. these seat covers are made of heavier thread and are not compatible with seats containing side airbags. the heavier seat cover could interfere with…
Risk and remedy
Risk
An improperly deployed airbag could result in serious injury.
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.
Owner complaints
90 complaints1 involved a crash1 involved a fire1 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Fuel/propulsion system
Each time after fueling up the vehicle, it stalls out. This has happened twice within a week of each other on a city street after leaving the gas station. The first time my foot was on the brake and the car stalled out. The next time the car was in motion and stalled. This IS a frightening and commonly cited issue with patriot owners.
- Structure › Body · Suspension · Unknown or other
I purchased my 2008 jeep patriot and found out it has a rotted crossmember subframe. Upon research I found out jeep knew it had this issue in high salt areas and were responsible for fixing it. I tried to get it fixed at hartley's dealership in newport maine and they said the company IS no longer…
I purchased my 2008 jeep patriot and found out it has a rotted crossmember subframe. Upon research I found out jeep knew it had this issue in high salt areas and were responsible for fixing it. I tried to get it fixed at hartley's dealership in newport maine and they said the company IS no longer honoring the repair, depite the incredible safety issue this causes. The vehicle can literally break in half and kill someone yet they haven't done a full recall? They did an extended warranty for it that has expired before I was informed about it. How are they not being held responsible for the safety issues they are having in so many of their vehicles? I feel like they should be recalled.
- Structure › Body
TL* the contact owns a 2008 jeep patriot FWD. While the vehicle was undergoing an oil change by an independent mechanic, the contact was informed that there was a hole in the subframe and the vehicle should not be driven. Bob boyd chrysler jeep RAM (2810 n columbus dr, lancaster, oh 43130) was…
TL* the contact owns a 2008 jeep patriot FWD. While the vehicle was undergoing an oil change by an independent mechanic, the contact was informed that there was a hole in the subframe and the vehicle should not be driven. Bob boyd chrysler jeep RAM (2810 n columbus dr, lancaster, oh 43130) was contacted by phone. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 120,000.
- Steering
Terrible crunchy sound. The jeep does not feel safe to drive. Loud crunch and cracking sounds when car IS barely even moving and I try to turn either direction. a mechanic said the crossmember IS rusted through. (He said the jeep needed to co to the junk yard)
- Structure › Body
The forward 'k' frame that supports the engine and lower suspension has to a point that it IS no longer safe. I can use a small hammer and knock holes in it. I have never seen anything like this, but when I started looking around it appears that many other have the same issue. It appears that this…
The forward 'k' frame that supports the engine and lower suspension has to a point that it IS no longer safe. I can use a small hammer and knock holes in it. I have never seen anything like this, but when I started looking around it appears that many other have the same issue. It appears that this was covered in a 2007 recall, but not the 2008. I reported this the day I found it while doing maintenance on my son-in-law's jeep.
- Engine · Fuel/propulsion system
My 2008 jeep patriot hesitates, sputters, and stalls a few minute after I fill it up. If I don't fill it all the way, it does not stall (and I never top-off when filling). I have started the practice of only filling 3/4 or pulling over in the gas station to let the car stall at idle before…
My 2008 jeep patriot hesitates, sputters, and stalls a few minute after I fill it up. If I don't fill it all the way, it does not stall (and I never top-off when filling). I have started the practice of only filling 3/4 or pulling over in the gas station to let the car stall at idle before proceeding. When I first noticed the issue a few months ago, it stalled on me in traffic after leaving the fueling station. This was very dangerous. My mechanic at the dealer told me today he believes there IS a bad liquid/vapor valve on the gas tank causing gas to enter an exhaust line leading to the carbon canister, and that a full gas tank replacement IS needed to replace this bad valve. he also offered, that I could just continue to only fill the tank 3/4 and should be fine. at $2,000 to replaced the tank, I may need to consider having this work done by a non-chrysler shop? I found this discussion online today, and everyone IS having the exact same problem as me (with some having detailed accounts of making claims with the nhtsa). please take five minutes to review. This seems like a huge safety issue, and I'm not the only one having it! Https://www.cargurus.com/cars/discussion-t29898_ds631498 I'm not sure what conditions are needed to justify a recall, but I'D encourage you all to get out in front of this one. The '07 and '08 patriots seem to be systemically having this issue and a recall may be needed to save lives (just imagine all these cars stalling in traffic)? I believe I have take great care of my jeep, but never anticipated this issue, and there IS no indication from a check engine light that this problem IS being monitored by the system. I think I also observed the steering wheel lock when this occurred, or at least became very difficult to operate. my jeep has a manual transmission.
- Steering · Suspension · Wheels
Front end cross member completely rusted out and axle nuts and lug nuts frozen in place. M just total rust in front end resulting in frailer to be derivable. I was on the road and the front end wobbled and I had to have it towed home
- Unknown or other
I was driving on the highway and the car began to shake, so I took it to a jeep mechanic. The front and rear crossmembers are rotted to hell on my 2008 jeep patriot. I have taken it to multiple jeep dealerships that have recommended it be replaced, and jeep would not cover it because they said it…
I was driving on the highway and the car began to shake, so I took it to a jeep mechanic. The front and rear crossmembers are rotted to hell on my 2008 jeep patriot. I have taken it to multiple jeep dealerships that have recommended it be replaced, and jeep would not cover it because they said it had to be even worse. Now I believe my warranty IS expired and it looks as if it IS going to crumble any day now. I really wish jeep would have just did the right thing and swapped it out. It really makes me nervous and I am going to most likely have it replaced out of my pocket just to rest assured. It only has 93,000 miles on it, I have never seen a car fall apart so fast.
- Unknown or other
It was driving fine now my jeep doesnt have reverse and it only goes forward but slowly. My jeep only has 40000 miles on it, why has the transmission broken so fast.
- Engine
Takata recall battery light/ altinator
- Unknown or other
Air condition lacks hose. Water drips directly on the frame. Frame IS very rusted. Chrysler dealer and local repair shop advised the engine could drop out if not repaired immediately. Called chrysler giver claim 297-76-309,now denied. Recall on 2007 model but not 2008 for same problem. Cannot drive, need new sub frame.very expensive.please help, others may not know of danger. ,
- Engine · Fuel/propulsion system
Right after filling the gas tank my car sputtered and stalled while driving away from the gas station
- Steering · Structure › Body · Suspension
On july 13, 2016, I took my jeep in to our local dealer for an oil change. when picking up my jeep, I was told by the service writer that they discovered the k frame (crossover in front of vehicle) was rusted through and would very soon need to be replaced. if it was not replaced, it would be a…
On july 13, 2016, I took my jeep in to our local dealer for an oil change. when picking up my jeep, I was told by the service writer that they discovered the k frame (crossover in front of vehicle) was rusted through and would very soon need to be replaced. if it was not replaced, it would be a safety hazard! I am aware that chrysler extended the warranty on the 2007 jeep patriot to 10 years for this same exact problem. the 2007 and 2008 models use the same frame and design. they did not extend the coverage for the 2008 model. this IS a defective design causing a significant safety risk. I have approximately 105,000 miles on my jeep.
- Fuel/propulsion system
Rollover valve - every time I filled the gas tank, there was significant jerking and occasional stalling. This didn't happen if I only filled partially. Within a mile there would be jerking, and stalling has happened while idling and while driving. Not only IS that a huge safety concern, but in a…
Rollover valve - every time I filled the gas tank, there was significant jerking and occasional stalling. This didn't happen if I only filled partially. Within a mile there would be jerking, and stalling has happened while idling and while driving. Not only IS that a huge safety concern, but in a vehicle rollover the valve prevents gas from spilling out and starting possible fires. luckily I was only on local streets and not a highway when I stalled, but I have read other forums where people's patriots stalled at higher speeds. the jeep dealership and other mechanics seem to know this IS a common flaw with jeeps and chryslers built in the past 5-8 years. the only solution to replace the valve IS to replace the entire fuel tank, which IS extremely costly. This should definitely be recalled due to safety, but chrysler seems to know about this issue and has done nothing.
- Structure › Body · Suspension
I've been informed by my mechanic that my subframe on the ground end IS rotted out and will probably crack in half in less that s year. I keep replacing ball joints and control arms because the frame IS so weak it IS starting to bow and cause everything to become out of alignment. This car only has…
I've been informed by my mechanic that my subframe on the ground end IS rotted out and will probably crack in half in less that s year. I keep replacing ball joints and control arms because the frame IS so weak it IS starting to bow and cause everything to become out of alignment. This car only has 75000 miles on it and never off road. Chrysler corp told me its probably time to buy s new car. This car IS s major safety hazard to me and my small children. Hopefully no one gets killed or seriously injured before they see a problem.
- Structure › Body
TL* the contact owns a 2008 jeep patriot FWD. While the vehicle was being serviced for routine maintenance, the contact was informed that the front subframe was severely corroded and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 65,980.
- Electrical system · Electronic stability control (esc) · Exterior lighting
For the past two years any time it rains or snows when I get in my jeep the first time the break IS touch water pours from the dome light like a waterfall stream it IS staining the interior it IS trashing the car I cannot get it to stop what IS the worst thing
- Engine · Power train · Vehicle speed control
I am the original owner of this vehicle, and a condition of low idle stalling has become progressively worse over my 8 years of ownership. The vehicle IS in excellent mechanical condition, and all regular maintenance has been completed and documented. in wet or damp conditions the vehicle…
I am the original owner of this vehicle, and a condition of low idle stalling has become progressively worse over my 8 years of ownership. The vehicle IS in excellent mechanical condition, and all regular maintenance has been completed and documented. in wet or damp conditions the vehicle regularly stalls, or the idle drops below a normal operating range causing the vehicle to shudder. more recently, in wet or damp conditions, when accelerating after a stop, the vehicle begins to move before experiencing near total loss of power momentarily before rpms surge and acceleration continues. this IS hazardous when attempting to cross intersections, as the stalling and limp acceleration are random and cannot be predicted. early on I had brought this issue to the dealership's attention during the warranty period but the issue could not be replicated. An independent garage also could not replicate the issue as it only occurs in wet or damp conditions. there are many documented instances of identical or similar issues with all model years of jeep patriots, though no remedy has been identified.
- Engine · Power train
This problem first happened a few years ago when I was driving on the interstate highway at 65 mph. it was summertime and it was about 80 degrees. I had bought the vehicle used about 6 months earlier in the fall. as I was driving the engine began to make a "whining out" noise and suddenly…
This problem first happened a few years ago when I was driving on the interstate highway at 65 mph. it was summertime and it was about 80 degrees. I had bought the vehicle used about 6 months earlier in the fall. as I was driving the engine began to make a "whining out" noise and suddenly began to lose power. a light came on the dash area and my speed suddenly dropped down to about 40 mph and I was losing power to keep up with traffic. A tractor trailer that was traveling behind me had to slam on his brakes and almost lost control from trying to avoid running into the back of the car. I pulled off the interstate and called a tow truck. after waiting a couple of hours and letting the engine cool down, I started the car back up when the tow truck driver had arrived. he told me that this type of vehicle has a problem with the transmission overheating and causes the engine to lose power until it cools. I took the car to my local jeep dealership and paid $100.00 for a diagnostic test which did not reveal any other problem other than what I had experienced. the dealership told me that the light that came on in "normal" and IS explained in the operating manual. they explained that it IS "normal" for this to happen and there wasnt any defect or anyway to fix it. since that time my car has done this continuously in hot weather when I am traveling on the highway. it has become dangerous for me to travel on the highway and risk breaking down on the side of the road or being collided with.
- Structure › Body
The front and back cross members are rusting. This IS the same problem that the 2007 jeep patriots and compasses were recalled for recently.
- Power train
Had transmission service completed @ 99K miles, car couldn't make it 70 miles @ 75mph to the airport. Had to pull over and wait 15 min then 'limped' 10 miles left to the airport. Had the fluid and trans checked... 'All good no problems, fluid looks really clean, just a terrible designed transmission' please recall this terrible transmission! *tr
- Exterior lighting · Structure
Water comes in through the headlamp onto the radio when braking after precipitation. *tr
- Vehicle speed control
Cruise control won't turn on, when it does and IS set it may turn off by itself causing rapid deceleration ar high speeds. Took it to the dealership when I bought the car 2-3 times (once over night) and it was never fixed. *tr
- Power train
Any drive over 25 miles @ 50 mph the over-heating transmission light comes on and the speed and power IS dangerously reduced immediately. Remedy IS to pull over on the highway and wait for it to cool so you can make it another 10 miles down the road before it happens again! Even in 32 deg and below weather the transmission overheats! It's dangerous and needs to be recalled! *tr
- Tires · Wheels
I have a 2008 jeep patriot with less than 50,000 miles and this spring I've had to replace two cracked/faulty TPMS units - at separate times. both incidents were discovered due to low psi, a leaky valve stem and flat tires. Any single repair could be written off as coincidence, but two out of four tires IS disconcerting. *tr
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10248509Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is an error with the wiring diagrams in Service Library that is causing the incorrect repair kit part number to populate. Please use the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website until this issue is resolved.
- 10244348Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is an error with the wiring diagrams in Service Library that is causing the incorrect repair kit part number to populate. Please use the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website until this issue is resolved.
- 10229181Part Description: 5.7L Long Block Issue Description: This 5.7L Long Block Assembly is compatible with both EGR and Non-EGR applications. An EGR Block-Off Plate (53032739AA) must be ordered when installing this Long Block Assembly in a Non-EGR application. Unless, the EGR Block-Off Plate is being transferred from the old engine.
- 10220101Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
- 10220099Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
- 10220097Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
- 10218307Flash: UConnect and Voice Recognition Inoperative This bulletin involves replacing the Hands Free Module (HFM). The customer may describe the following conditions: A complete loss of UConnect operation. A complete loss of Voice Recognition functionality
- 10191460Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling.
- 10175743Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19
- 10175735Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are necessary.
- 10169249Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
- 10169247Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
- 10169245Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
- 10166537RADIO [RES] - New and/or Service Exchange For RES radio concerns. Use the wiTECH 2.0 and inspect the radio part number and serial number under the Radio/ECU Details tab. Please verify that the radio part number and/or serial number is not "FFFF". If either field shows "FFFF", please contact Mike Wielgat at 248-576-6696 or Rohan Negandhi at 248-421-9608 If no response in 15 minutes, proceed with repair.
- 10140258Flash: UConnect and Voice Recognition Inoperative This bulletin involves replacing the Hands Free Module (HFM). The customer may describe the following conditions: A complete loss of UConnect operation. A complete loss of Voice Recognition functionality
- 10139985Restraints Information Sheet (I-Sheet) has been added to Star Parts. Print I-Sheet for technician use.
- 10139978Restraints Remove I-Sheet from packaging. Correct information sheet (I-Sheet) has been added to Star Parts. Print I-Sheet for technician use.
- 1012900882212076, 82203694 - Fabric Cleaner This "fabric cleaner" is not intended for sale in California, the otc states (Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington dc), and some ladco states (Illinois, Michigan, and Ohio). Mopar offers an alternative product (82213192) which is a water based product approved for sale in the aforementioned states.~ ~ Please inform the customer & your prep dept that spraying excessive amounts of the fabric protector on load floors will result in the breaking down of the adhesive (glue) that is used to create the bond between the fabric (carpet) and the load floor. This will apply to any vehicles equipped with rear load floors such as WK, WD, PM, MK, KA, KK. The carpet will appear to be loose, wrinkly, or bunch up~
- 10121927NAG1 (5A580) Valve Body As per Warranty Bulletin D-13-22, please use R2108213A$ valve body for all Warranty (W), Mopar (M) and Mopar Vehicle Protection (F) claims.~ Assembly also includes Filter (52108325AA) and Gasket (52108332AA).~
- 10034545Dodge: fuel gauge fluctuation. Fuel gauge IS not accurate or fluctuates at 3/4 of a tank or above. This bulletin involves replacing the fuel sending unit, clocking the fuel module and installing a fuel jumper hose.
- 10032766Chrysler/jeep/dodge: california emissions warranty addendum. The warranty book on certain vehicles may contain errors or may be missing information regarding the coponents covered by the california emissions warranty. Dodge-caravan/grand caravan, charge/charger SRT8, magnum/magnum SRT8, viper, avenger, nitro, challenger/challenger SRT8, durango/durango hybrid, journey, RAM 2500/3500, caliber/caliber SRT4; jeep commander, grand cherokee/grand cherokeesrt8, compass, patroit, liberty; chrysler town&country, pacifica, 300 SRT8, ptcruiser, sebring/sebring conv., aspen/aspen hybrid.
- 10032005Jeep: full esp off function. Involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the anti lock brake/electronic stability module (ABS) with new software.
- 10026829Chrysler: lower control arm to crossmember mounting bolts. Vehicles were shipped with front lower control arm to crossmember mounting bolts that may not be tightened to specification.
- 10026739Chrysler/jeep: flash: full esp off function. Unable to invoke the esp off feature. Pressing and holding the esp button for five seconds, not able to see the esp off verbiage displayed in the electronic vehicle information center (evic) and no car icon light.
- 10025384Flash: mil illumination with dtc p0139 or 02270. This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the powertrain control module (pcm).
- 10024988Flash: incorrect reporting of dtc p0730 for dtc p0717.
- 10024966No engine crank or no engine start due to electronic lockup of the wcm/skreem.
- 10024873Flash: mil illumination with dtc p2173.
- 10024872Flash: idle vibration from a stop with closed throttle.
- 10024871Flash: mil illumination with dtc p0171.
- 10024644Flash: mill illumination with dtc p0139 or p2270.
- 10024643Gear clash/difficult to shift - this bulletin involves replacing the 3rd/4th/5th & reverse gear synchronizer (blocker) rings together as a set if a de-bonding condition IS found.
- 10023351Exterior lamp - lens fogging.
- 100233332008 (MK74) patriot - water intrusion into tail lamp assembly.
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