2007 Jeep Patriot 4X4 Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Good The 2007 Jeep Patriot 4X4 has a complaint index of 33, the second-lowest among the 4 model years with data, and ranks 3rd worst of 4 (better than 2008 and 2009). NHTSA lists 1 recall and 141 complaints, mostly about suspension and fuel system issues.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 33/100
- #3 of 4 Patriot 4X4 years
- Verdict
- Good
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 141
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 1
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 2
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 1
- Injuries
- 0
- Top issue
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires
Top 2007 Jeep Patriot 4X4 problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires48 (34%)
- Fuel System42 (30%)
- Engine25 (18%)
- Steering23 (16%)
- Transmission & Powertrain16 (11%)
- Structure & Body14 (10%)
- Electrical System13 (9%)
- Brakes8 (6%)
- Other7 (5%)
- Visibility & Wipers3 (2%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Owners report the cabin filling with smoke and the vehicle catching fire while driving, with one case at 12,000 miles.
- Some describe the ABS activating on its own due to a wheel speed sensor fault, which owners say nearly caused a crash.
- Several owners report the engine and fuel system stalling after refueling, including a bubbling sound from the tank.
- Daytime running lights that cannot be turned off led at least one owner to drive without realizing the tail lights were also off.
- One owner reports the vehicle rolling backward when shifted into neutral at low speed, with the dealer confirming a transmission issue.
- Owners describe the engine and electrical system shutting off entirely while driving, sometimes on highways.
2007 Jeep Patriot 4X4 recalls
1 NHTSA recall campaign list this model year.
- NHTSA 07V196000May 7, 2007Suspension, Wheels & Tires410 vehicles
Wheels:hub
Certain passenger vehicles equipped with rear disc brakes fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) no. 135, "light vehicle brake systems." the length of the rear wheel hub mounting bolts may prevent actuation of the park brake.
Risk: This could allow unintended movement of the vehicle under certain conditions and cause a crash without warning.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear wheel hub mounting bolts and repair the park brake free of charge. The recall began on may 8, 2007. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
2007 compared with other Patriot 4X4 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2007 Jeep Patriot 4X4 reliable?
- Compared to other Patriot years in the data, 2007 has a complaint index of 33, which earns a Good verdict. It ranks 3rd worst out of 4 years, meaning it performs better than 2008 and 2009.
- What are the most common problems with the 2007 Jeep Patriot 4X4?
- Suspension, wheels, and tires make up 34% of complaints (48 total), followed by fuel system issues at 30% (42 complaints) and engine problems at 18% (25 complaints).
- Does the 2007 Jeep Patriot 4X4 have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists 1 recall, campaign 07V196000, covering rear wheel hub mounting bolts on vehicles with rear disc brakes that failed to meet federal brake standards.
- How does the 2007 Patriot compare to the 2008 model?
- The 2008 Patriot has a complaint index of 100 and an Avoid verdict, far higher than the 2007 model's index of 33 and Good verdict.