2011 Jeep Patriot Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
CautionComplaint Index
57/100
#4 most-complained of 8 Patriot years
The 2011 Jeep Patriot ranks 4th worst out of 8 model years, with a Complaint Index of 57 and a Caution verdict. NHTSA lists 326 complaints, 4 recalls, 20 crashes and 1 death, with Engine problems being the top complaint area at 27% of reports.
- Complaints
- 326
- Recalls
- 4
- Crashes / fires
- 20 / 3
- Injuries / deaths
- 12 / 1
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 24
- 22 city / 27 hwy
Top 2011 Jeep Patriot problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Engine88 (27%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires62 (19%)
- Structure & Body53 (16%)
- Transmission & Powertrain53 (16%)
- Airbags43 (13%)
- Electrical System36 (11%)
- Other36 (11%)
- Fuel System32 (10%)
- Seat Belts25 (8%)
- Steering19 (6%)
What owners report
- Engine loses power suddenly while driving, sometimes at highway speed, leaving the vehicle stalled in traffic.
- Front tires reportedly blow out during turns, leading to loss of control and rollover crashes.
- Exhaust or muffler components have detached or dropped low enough to melt or burn through the rear bumper.
- Side airbags reportedly fail to deploy in crashes, including rollovers and frontal impacts into fixed objects.
- Brake pedal reportedly goes to the floor with little to no deceleration, resulting in rear-end collisions.
- Anti-lock brake and anti-skid warning lights activate before a rear wheel locks up and the vehicle swerves off the road.
2011 Jeep Patriot recalls
4 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 17V824000Dec 21, 2017Other61,791 vehicles
Equipment
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling various Dodge, Chrysler, and RAM vehicles equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. A list of the affected trailer models is available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V824-0103.pdf. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
Risk: If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began February 14, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 or Kidde customer service service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. Chrysler's number for this recall is T82.
- NHTSA 16V668000Sep 15, 2016Airbags1,435,625 vehicles
Air bags
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. The Occupant Restraint Control (OCR) module may short circuit, preventing the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags from deploying in the event of a crash.
Risk: If the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a vehicle crash that necessitates deployment of these safety systems.
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. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S61.
- NHTSA 13V233000Jun 4, 2013Electrical System254,396 vehicles
Electrical system:software
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Jeep Compass and Patriot vehicles manufactured May 6, 2008, through July 20, 2012. The affected vehicles have a software error which may result in a delayed deployment or non-deployment of the seatbelt pre-tensioners and/or side airbags.
Risk: In the event of a rollover necessitating airbag deployment, the software error can lead to a delayed deployment or non-deployment of the side curtain airbag and/or seatbelt pre-tensioners. As a result, vehicle occupants have an increased risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will correct the software free of charge. The recall began June 21, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall number is N01.
2011 Jeep Patriot fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 22 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.
2011 compared with other Patriot years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2011 Jeep Patriot reliable?
- Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2011 Patriot carries a Caution verdict with a Complaint Index of 57, ranking 4th worst among the 8 model years with data.
- What problems does the 2011 Jeep Patriot have?
- NHTSA data shows Engine complaints lead at 27% of the 326 total complaints, followed by Suspension, Wheels & Tires at 19%, and Structure & Body and Transmission & Powertrain each at 16%.
- Does the 2011 Jeep Patriot have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2011 Patriot covering airbags, electrical software, steering column, and a fire extinguisher issue, with none marked do-not-drive.
- At what mileage do 2011 Patriot problems typically show up?
- NHTSA complaint data shows a median mileage at failure of 72,550 for the 2011 Patriot overall, with Engine issues reported around a median of 51,000 miles.
- How does the 2011 Patriot compare to other years?
- The 2011 model's Complaint Index of 57 is worse than 2010 (29), 2012 (43), and 2013 (14), but better than 2014 (100) and 2016 (86), which are rated Avoid.