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2014 Jeep Patriot Engine Problems

Engine complaints account for 189 of 548 total complaints (34%) for the 2014 Jeep Patriot, with a median failure mileage of 59,879 miles. A related recall (13V552000) covers a defective engine balance shaft module on 2.4L engines.

Engine complaints
189
34% of 548
Crashes reported
5
Fires reported
2
Injuries reported
3
Median mileage
59,879 mi
Related recalls
1

Typical engine symptoms owners report

  • Engine stalls or loses power suddenly while driving at highway speed, sometimes with no warning lights.
  • Smoke or fire appears under the hood, in some cases followed by flames and black smoke while driving.
  • Vehicle overheats and shuts off as a built-in protective measure, according to dealers.
  • Engine cuts off unexpectedly at low speed, such as when slowing to turn into a parking lot, then restarts without explanation.
  • Loss of throttle response causes the vehicle to barely move even with increased pedal pressure.

When 2014 Jeep Patriot engine complaints were filed

First complaint Aug 20, 2013, latest Jul 13, 2026.

2014 Jeep Patriot engine complaints: complaints filed per quarter192013 Q32015 Q32017 Q12018 Q32020 Q12021 Q42023 Q32025 Q3
189 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2013 Q3 to 2026 Q3; peak 2019 Q2 (19).

Engine recalls for the 2014 Jeep Patriot

  1. 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.

Engine complaints by Patriot model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

  1. 201022 (16%)
  2. 201188 (27%)
  3. 2012133 (38%)
  4. 201331 (26%)
  5. 2014189 (34%)
  6. 2015133 (42%)
  7. 2016265 (58%)
  8. 201713 (22%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are engine problems in the 2014 Jeep Patriot?
NHTSA lists 189 engine complaints out of 548 total complaints for the 2014 Patriot, making up 34% of all complaints filed for that year.
Is there a recall for the 2014 Jeep Patriot engine?
Yes. Recall 13V552000 covers 2014 Jeep Patriot models with 2.4L engines due to abrasive debris in the engine balance shaft module, and Chrysler replaces the module free of charge.
At what mileage do engine problems usually appear on the 2014 Patriot?
NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 59,879 miles at the time engine failures were reported.
Did the 2014 Patriot's engine problems cause crashes or fires?
NHTSA records 5 crashes, 2 fires, and 3 injuries linked to engine complaints for the 2014 Jeep Patriot.
How does the 2014 Patriot compare to other years for engine complaints?
The 2014 Patriot's engine complaints made up 34% of that year's total, lower than 2016's 58% and 2015's 42%, but higher than 2010's 16% and 2017's 22%.

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.