no report yet
Automatic transmission: control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
Risk. THIS CAN CAUSE THE ENGINE TO STALL AND CAUSE A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
2009 Jeep PatriotProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 191 owner complaints about the 2009 Jeep Patriot, most often about the structure. It is covered by 1 safety recall.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through January 15, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2009 Jeep Patriot has problems
191 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
48Structure1 crash/fire/injury
38Suspension
37Power train
35Engine
24Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
21Fuel/propulsion system1 crash/fire/injury
11Service brakes
10Steering
7Electronic stability control (ESC)
4015 other systems4 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 48 | 1 |
| Suspension | 38 | 0 |
| Power train | 37 | 0 |
| Engine | 35 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 24 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 21 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 11 | 0 |
| Steering | 10 | 0 |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) | 7 | 0 |
| 15 other systems | 40 | 4 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
1 recall
2009 Jeep Patriot recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Jeep.
Mileage at failure
When do structure problems start?
74kmiles, median
Based on the odometer reading in 39 structure complaints. 62% were reported before 100,000 miles.
10under 30k miles24under 100k miles15100k miles or more
Best & worst years
2009 vs. every other Patriot year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Patriot median. How we score
'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2009 Jeep Patriot safety ratings
2009 Jeep Patriot 4-DR. w/SAB in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
Frontal crashNot rated
- Rollover: 4 stars (16.4% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
In owners' words
What Patriot owners report
Recent structure complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Vehicle started making a metal rub noise. Took to mechanic. K frame front drivers side is completely broken in two. Engine could have broken thru and caused a crash. No warning lights
The contact owns a 2009 Jeep Patriot. The contact stated that the vehicle front subframe was corroded. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic and was informed that the front subframe needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that in July 2022, the vehicle…
My rear subframe is completely rusted through. It is available for inspection. It has been confirmed by an independent service center. Warranties were issued to 2007 owners or 10 years old. 3 years ago I noticed a squeek in the trunk. Was told it was struts so I had them replaced. Now the vehicle…
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