2008 Jeep Patriot 4X4 structure problems

21 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the structure on the 2008 Jeep Patriot 4X4 — 12% of all complaints for this model year.

Structure complaints

12%

share of all complaints

65,000 mi

median reported incident mileage

1 / 0

crash / fire reports

What owners report

“Tl* the contact owns a 2008 jeep patriot 4x4. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to a state inspection site, but failed due to severe rust of the subframe. The vehicle was taken to jim shorkey north hills chrysler jeep (7670 mcknight rd, pittsburgh, pa 15237) where it was diagnosed that…”
filed Jul 10, 2019
“Entire subframe and crossmember rusted beyond repair, needs complete replacement. I noticed an odd clinking sound when driving over even the smallest of bumps, or when turning. I took it in to have the brakes checked and when the mechanic lifted it, I was told the entire underside was covered in…”
filed Jun 22, 2017

Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.

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