2016 Jeep Patriot
Common Problems
Ranked from 197 federal NHTSA complaints and 1 recalls. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.
14 Common Problems
Ordered by how often owners reported each one to NHTSA. The bar shows how common a problem is relative to the most-reported on this vehicle. Expand any problem to see the federal complaint IDs.
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Engine Stall During Driving
63complaintsHigh severityEngineThe engine randomly stalls during driving, often without warning, causing loss of power and control.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 16V907000
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Check Engine Light and Warning Lights
61complaintsHigh severityElectricalMultiple warning lights, including the check engine light, illuminate without any prior warning.
$100–$250est. professional diagnosis · 1–2 hrs laborGet local quotes - 3
Stalling at Various Speeds
56complaintsHigh severityEngineThe engine stutters and stalls at various speeds, leading to loss of power and control.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 16V907000
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Electrical System Issues Causing Power Loss
52complaintsSafety riskElectricalThe electrical system intermittently causes power loss, leading to the vehicle stalling or losing acceleration.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 5
Engine and Transmission Intermitting Issues
38complaintsHigh severityTransmissionThe engine and transmission experience intermittent issues such as stalling and jerking, affecting overall performance.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotes - 6
Engine Stall at Idle Due to Stop-Start System Failure
28complaintsHigh severityEngineThe engine frequently stalls at idle, especially when the vehicle is in stop-start mode.
$150–$900est. stop-start system diagnosis · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 16V907000
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Unpredictable Engine Stalls
24complaintsSafety riskEngineThe engine unpredictably stalls, often requiring multiple attempts to restart, posing a safety risk.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 16V907000
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Steering and Brakes Fail Suddenly
15complaintsHigh severitySteeringThe steering and brakes fail suddenly, leaving the driver unable to control the vehicle, posing a severe safety risk.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 9
Engine and Fuel System Issues Causing Power Loss
12complaintsMedium severityFuel systemThe engine and fuel system cause the vehicle to lose power and stall, especially on the highway.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 10
Electrical system failures causing unexpected behavior
5complaintsMedium severityElectricalUnexpected behaviors such as sudden acceleration, loss of power, or stalling occur without warning lights, often related to the electrical system.
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ABS System Malfunction
2complaintsHigh severityBrakesThe anti-lock braking system (ABS) malfunctions, causing the vehicle to slow down unexpectedly and posing a safety risk.
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Electrical System Dimming and Flickering
2complaintsLow severityElectricalHeadlights and interior lights dim or flicker randomly, often without warning, affecting visibility.
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Transmission Malfunction Leading to Unintended Gear Shift
2complaintsMedium severityTransmissionThe transmission shifts to first gear on its own from a stopped position, causing loss of control.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotes - 14
Vehicle Speed Control System Failure
2complaintsMedium severityElectricalThe vehicle speed control system malfunctions, causing rapid deceleration and loss of control.
Other years & sources
Data source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaints and recalls. Problems are clustered and ranked from the complaint record; occurrence counts reflect corroborating complaints, not total incidence. Vehicle image is illustrative. Repair-cost figures are typical U.S. independent-shop ranges (parts + labor) for the class of repair shown — actual quotes vary by region, engine, and diagnosis; always confirm with a local shop.