2014 Jeep Patriot Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Avoid The 2014 Jeep Patriot has 548 complaints, a complaint index of 100, and ranks worst (1st) among 11 model years, earning an Avoid verdict. Top problem areas are Engine (34%) and Airbags (27%), backed by two recalls.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 100/100
- #1 of 11 Patriot years
- Verdict
- Avoid
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 548
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 2
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 31
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 7
- Injuries
- 40
- Top issue
- Engine
- NHTSA overall rating
- 4 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 23
- 21 city / 27 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 40 / 2
Top 2014 Jeep Patriot problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Engine189 (34%)
- Airbags149 (27%)
- Seat Belts104 (19%)
- Electrical System90 (16%)
- Brakes73 (13%)
- Transmission & Powertrain70 (13%)
- Other65 (12%)
- Structure & Body47 (9%)
- Fuel System42 (8%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires14 (3%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Some owners report engine backfiring followed by smoke and flames from under the hood while driving.
- Airbags failed to deploy in multiple side-impact and frontal collisions, even at speeds around 35-45 mph, resulting in injuries.
- Owners describe electrical burning smells and sparks from the rear or engine area leading to under-hood fires, sometimes while parked.
- One owner reported the vehicle could roll away after the key was removed from the ignition while in drive.
- A seat belt was reported to still allow the driver to be thrown forward into the steering wheel during a head-on collision.
2014 Jeep Patriot recalls
2 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- 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 13V552000Nov 6, 2013Engine521 vehicles
Engine
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2013 Dodge Avenger and Chrysler 200, and model year 2014 Jeep Compass and Patriot vehicles equipped with 2.4L engines. Due to abrasive debris in the balance shaft bearings, these engines may have a loss of engine oil pressure, possibly resulting in an engine stall or engine failure.
Risk: If the engine stalls while driving it may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the engine balance shaft module, free of charge. The recall began on December 24, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N52.
2014 Jeep Patriot fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 21 MPG
- Highway
- 27 MPG
- Combined
- 23 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $2,800
- 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.
2014 compared with other Patriot years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2014 Jeep Patriot reliable?
- NHTSA data shows the 2014 Patriot has the highest complaint index (100) of any Patriot model year and ranks 1st worst out of 11 years, so it is rated Avoid relative to other Patriot years.
- What are the most common problems with the 2014 Jeep Patriot?
- Engine complaints account for 34% of reports (median failure mileage 59,879), followed by airbags at 27% and seat belts at 19%, according to NHTSA complaint data.
- Does the 2014 Jeep Patriot have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists two recalls for the 2014 Patriot: one for an airbag Occupant Restraint Control issue and one for engine balance shaft module debris on 2.4L engines. Neither is a do-not-drive recall.
- How does the 2014 Patriot compare to other years like 2013 or 2017?
- The 2013 Patriot (complaint index 20) and 2017 Patriot (complaint index 10) are both rated Best, far lower than the 2014 model's index of 100.