2010 Jeep Patriot Jeep Patriot 2010

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2010 Jeep Patriot repairs by problem area

Engine (12%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (10%)

Brakes and Traction Control (9%)

Suspension and Steering (36%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (16%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (7%)

Other (9%)

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2010 Jeep Patriot transmission repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (29%)

< $100 (71%)

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Chart based on 7 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2010 Jeep Patriot

Engine not specified

35000 mi

US $400
Gear shift cable needed to be replaced 

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2010 Jeep Patriot 4dr SUV

172-horsepower 2.4L I4 CVT AWD w/low range

15500 mi I could not take the car of out park. Turns out that this is a common problem with this model of vehicle. The dealer adjusted a cable to correct the problem. There is an overide release mechanism. I found out about on the WEB. 

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2010 Jeep Patriot 4dr SUV

172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD

80600 mi

C $400
Transmission overheat light came on. 
58900 mi

C $80
Transmission made winding noise when sped up. The visit to the dealer was before warranty was out. I think the problem was caused by Guelph Chrysler. I was told a cap and level gauge was missing. Guelph missed them during 70000km services. 

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2010 Jeep Patriot 4dr SUV

172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD

27280 mi Deceleration was jerky. An electrical connection was repaired to correct this. 
45420 mi Fluid was overheating, resulting in transmission whining and slippage. The diagnosis was a seized fluid bypass valve to the cooler. The valve was replaced under warranty, but I had to pay for the fluid replacement. 
21080 mi Broken axel front right and leaking axel front left 

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2010 Jeep Patriot Transmission Problems

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