| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
2009 Jeep Patriot repairs by problem area
Engine (11%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (8%)
Brakes and Traction Control (7%)
Suspension and Steering (41%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (18%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (11%)
Other (4%)
Chart based on 143 repairs.
2009 Jeep Patriot engine repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (0%)
$500 - $999 (20%)
$100 - $499 (33%)
< $100 (47%)
Chart based on 15 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2009 Jeep Patriot 4dr SUV
172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
| 17980 mi | I had the check engine light come on. The jeep showed rough idle at times. I checked with a code reader and found a "misfire on cylinder 1." I reset the code and the engine light then went out. Dealer later replaced a spark plug. |
| 19000 mi | poor fuel economy, excessive vibration, stalling, shifting rough |
| 20000 mi | Same problem, rough idle, poor fuel milage, stalling, hesitation |
| 54000 mi US $725 |
both thermostats and housing were replaced following a report of vehicle overheating while standing still |
2009 Jeep Patriot 4dr SUV
172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
| 7000 mi | Had The oil changed and fixed the esp switch(does not turn all the way off) problem per tsb. Had The oil changed and fixed the ESP(does not turn all the way off)problem per TSB.Dealer knew nothing of the TSB I had a copy computer flashed no problems. |
| 117800 mi C $810 |
repair coolant leak from thermostat housing |
| 88500 mi US $225 |
Noise from engine was diagnosed as being a failing idler pulley. Standard procedure is to replace all three pulleys (idler x 2, tensioner) as a set, which was done. |
2009 Jeep Patriot 4dr SUV
172-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 90000 mi US $800 |
Check engine light came on, shop said the intake manifold needed to be replaced |
2009 Jeep Patriot 4dr SUV
172-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual AWD
| 60760 mi C $100 |
Replace water pump. |
| 54140 mi | ESP could not be turned fully off, only partially off. TSB and computer reflash. Everythings OK now. |
| 62400 mi C $246 |
Car would not start. Starter relay was corroded and started wasn't getting any power. |
| 58000 mi | Some idiot at Midasfailed to tighten my oil plug. Idiot light came on, it was totally dry and the plug was missing. Waiting to check oil and filter for metals to assess damage. |
| 62300 mi US $275 |
Vehicle was sputtering. Dealer replaced spark plugs and cleaned throttle body. It still had issues after leaving the shop- seems to have resolved with new tank of fuel. Dealer wanted to replace throttle body. |
| 71300 mi US $300 |
Throttle body failed. It started having issues a year ago- cleaning bought it some time but it finally failed. |
| 65700 mi US $500 |
The car would run rough & if cold the engine would cut out around 3k to 3.5k rpm's. A local mechanic tried but then recommended I go to the dealer. They had to do many diagnostic tests and finally found it to be a solenoid in the exhaust. |
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