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2009 Jeep Patriot Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

Caution

Complaint Index

50/100

#6 most-complained of 11 Patriot years

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

The 2009 Jeep Patriot has 191 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA. Its Complaint Index is 50 out of 100 — #6 highest of 11 Patriot model years (verdict: Caution). The most reported problem area is structure & body (49 complaints, 26% of the total). Complaints report 3 crashes, 1 fire, and 3 injuries.

Complaints
191
Recalls
1
Crashes / fires
3 / 1
Injuries / deaths
3 / 0
NHTSA overall rating
Not rated
EPA combined MPG
24
23 city / 27 hwy

Top 2009 Jeep Patriot problems

NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Structure & Body49 (26%)
  2. Suspension, Wheels & Tires44 (23%)
  3. Engine38 (20%)
  4. Transmission & Powertrain37 (19%)
  5. Electrical System26 (14%)
  6. Fuel System24 (13%)
  7. Other21 (11%)
  8. Brakes17 (9%)
  9. Steering10 (5%)
  10. Airbags6 (3%)
2009 Jeep Patriot complaints: complaints filed per quarter122009 Q32012 Q12014 Q12016 Q12018 Q12020 Q12022 Q12024 Q2
276 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2009 Q3 to 2026 Q1; peak 2015 Q3 (12).

2009 Jeep Patriot recalls

1 NHTSA recall campaign list this model year.

  1. NHTSA 08V528000Oct 9, 2008Transmission & Powertrain712 vehicles

    Power train:automatic transmission:control module (TCM/PCM/tecm)

    Chrysler is recalling 712 my 2009 sebring, dodge caliber, avenger, journey, jeep patriot, and compass vehicles. A new adhesive used in the power train control module (PCM) manufacturing process can cause the printed circuit board to break.

    Risk: This can cause the engine to stall and cause a crash without warning.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the PCM free of charge. The recall began on november 10, 2008. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

2009 Jeep Patriot fuel economy and fuel cost

City
23 MPG
Highway
27 MPG
Combined
24 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA)
$2,700
15,000 mi/yr
Fuel
Regular
Current regular gas
$4.32/gal
national avg.

EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.

2009 compared with other Patriot years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)025507510020072008200920102011201220132014201520162017
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2007Best094023
2008Good30185023.5
2009Caution50191124
2010Good40136225
2011Caution70326424

All Jeep Patriot years: best and worst →

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2009 Jeep Patriot a reliable year?
Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2009 Jeep Patriot ranks #6 of 11 among Patriot model years (Complaint Index 50/100, verdict: Caution). It has 191 complaints and 1 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Jeep Patriot?
The most reported problem areas are structure & body (49 complaints), suspension, wheels & tires (44 complaints), and engine (38 complaints). The median mileage at the time of failure in complaints that report it is 79,320 miles.
Does the 2009 Jeep Patriot have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2009 Jeep Patriot, most recently reported 2008, covering transmission & powertrain.
What is the fuel economy of the 2009 Jeep Patriot?
EPA rates the 2009 Jeep Patriot at 24 MPG combined (23 city / 27 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,700. Where several configurations exist, the median is shown.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.