How common are seat belt complaints on the 2014 Jeep Patriot?

NHTSA lists 104 seat belt complaints for the 2014 Patriot, accounting for 19% of the 548 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2014 Jeep Patriot seat belts?

The data shows no recalls specifically listed under the Seat Belts category for the 2014 Patriot, though several sample complaints reference a related Takata airbag and seat belt campaign (NHTSA 16V668000) with parts availability delays.

Have seat belt problems led to crashes or injuries?

NHTSA records 8 crashes, 1 fire, and 9 injuries connected to seat belt complaints filed for the 2014 Jeep Patriot.

At what mileage do seat belt problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure for seat belt complaints on the 2014 Patriot is 41,000 miles.

How does 2014 compare to other Patriot years for seat belt complaints?

The 2014 model year's seat belt complaints made up 19% of its total complaints, tied with 2013 for the highest share among the years listed, compared to 1% in 2015 and 3% in 2016.

2014 Jeep Patriot Seat Belts Problems

NHTSA lists 104 seat belt complaints for the 2014 Jeep Patriot, 19% of all complaints filed for that year, with 8 crashes and 9 injuries reported. No related recalls are listed for this problem area, though owners describe a separate Takata airbag campaign with delayed parts.

Seat Belts complaints: 104; 19% of 548
Crashes reported: 8
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 9
Median mileage: 41,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical seat belt symptoms owners report

Owners report the seat belt failed to hold the occupant in place during frontal or head-on collisions, with the driver ending up out of position over the steering wheel.
Several complaints describe seat belts that did not tension or lock during a crash, even when the airbags also failed to deploy.
Owners report a persistent seat belt warning light and chime malfunction, where the light stayed on or the alert sounded even when the belt was buckled correctly, and dealers reportedly could not fix it.
Multiple complaints tie seat belt performance to a Takata-related airbag recall campaign, with owners saying replacement parts were unavailable for an extended period.
Some owners report neck, shoulder, and chest injuries consistent with seat belt or restraint system underperformance in low-to-moderate speed crashes.

When 2014 Jeep Patriot seat belt complaints were filed

First complaint Jul 27, 2015, latest Mar 18, 2026.

104 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jul 2015 to Mar 2026; peak Jun 2017 (15).

Seat Belts recalls for the 2014 Jeep Patriot

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Seat Belts complaints by Patriot model year

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

20109 (7%)
201125 (8%)
201237 (10%)
201323 (19%)
2014104 (19%)
20153 (1%)
201614 (3%)
20176 (10%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are seat belt complaints on the 2014 Jeep Patriot?: NHTSA lists 104 seat belt complaints for the 2014 Patriot, accounting for 19% of the 548 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2014 Jeep Patriot seat belts?: The data shows no recalls specifically listed under the Seat Belts category for the 2014 Patriot, though several sample complaints reference a related Takata airbag and seat belt campaign (NHTSA 16V668000) with parts availability delays.
Have seat belt problems led to crashes or injuries?: NHTSA records 8 crashes, 1 fire, and 9 injuries connected to seat belt complaints filed for the 2014 Jeep Patriot.
At what mileage do seat belt problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure for seat belt complaints on the 2014 Patriot is 41,000 miles.
How does 2014 compare to other Patriot years for seat belt complaints?: The 2014 model year's seat belt complaints made up 19% of its total complaints, tied with 2013 for the highest share among the years listed, compared to 1% in 2015 and 3% in 2016.