How many Structure & Body complaints does NHTSA have for the 2016 Jeep Patriot?

NHTSA lists 32 Structure & Body complaints for the 2016 Patriot, which is about 7% of the 458 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2016 Jeep Patriot's Structure & Body problems?

No. The data shows no related recalls listed for the Structure & Body area on the 2016 Patriot.

What is the most common structure or body issue on the 2016 Jeep Patriot?

The most frequently described issue is water leaking into the cabin through the roof-mounted dome and map lights, which owners say is caused by clogged or undersized drain lines.

At what mileage do these structure and body problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure for Structure & Body complaints on the 2016 Patriot is 55,500 miles.

Were any crashes linked to Structure & Body complaints on the 2016 Patriot?

NHTSA data shows 4 crashes, 1 fire, and 3 injuries associated with complaints in this area for the 2016 Patriot, though several of the sample complaints involve overlapping Airbag component reports.

2016 Jeep Patriot Structure & Body Problems

NHTSA lists 32 Structure & Body complaints for the 2016 Jeep Patriot, about 7% of its 458 total complaints for the year. The most common pattern is water leaking into the cabin through roof-mounted map and dome lights, with no related recall on file for this area.

Structure & Body complaints: 32; 7% of 458
Crashes reported: 4
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 3
Median mileage: 55,500 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical body and structure symptoms owners report

Water leaks into the cabin through the front and rear dome/map lights during rain or after a car wash, sometimes dripping onto the radio.
Dealers reportedly tell owners the roof drain lines are undersized and clog easily, allowing water intrusion into the headliner.
The hood release failed to open when needed, leaving the driver unable to check the engine after a loss of power.
The driver's side active headrest self-deployed while the vehicle was parked and stationary, caused by a fractured plastic retainer.
A tire showed exposed wire tread after limited ownership, raising concern about wheel or suspension-related safety.
One owner reported a roof leak through the rear cargo light that a dealer failed to repair correctly after four attempts.

When 2016 Jeep Patriot body and structure complaints were filed

First complaint May 28, 2016, latest Jul 11, 2026.

32 complaints filed with NHTSA from May 2016 to Jul 2026; peak Oct 2023 (2).

Structure & Body recalls for the 2016 Jeep Patriot

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Structure & Body complaints by Patriot model year

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

201014 (10%)
201153 (16%)
201216 (5%)
20139 (8%)
201447 (9%)
201531 (10%)
201632 (7%)
20178 (14%)

Frequently asked questions

How many Structure & Body complaints does NHTSA have for the 2016 Jeep Patriot?: NHTSA lists 32 Structure & Body complaints for the 2016 Patriot, which is about 7% of the 458 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2016 Jeep Patriot's Structure & Body problems?: No. The data shows no related recalls listed for the Structure & Body area on the 2016 Patriot.
What is the most common structure or body issue on the 2016 Jeep Patriot?: The most frequently described issue is water leaking into the cabin through the roof-mounted dome and map lights, which owners say is caused by clogged or undersized drain lines.
At what mileage do these structure and body problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure for Structure & Body complaints on the 2016 Patriot is 55,500 miles.
Were any crashes linked to Structure & Body complaints on the 2016 Patriot?: NHTSA data shows 4 crashes, 1 fire, and 3 injuries associated with complaints in this area for the 2016 Patriot, though several of the sample complaints involve overlapping Airbag component reports.