2010 Jeep Patriot Fwd: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2010 Jeep Patriot Fwd: 0 recalls, 22 owner complaints.
Recalls
0 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer, plus 1 equipment/tire recall that can apply. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
1 aftermarket equipment / tire recall replacement parts sold to fit this car, not the car itself
Equipment Equipment recall #10E043000 · 2010 · 294 vehicles
What's wrong: These seat covers are made of heavier thread and are not compatible with seats containing side airbags. The heavier seat cover could interfere with full deployment of the airbag in the event of a crash.
Why it matters: An improperly deployed airbag could result in serious injury.
The fix: Marathon will notify owners of record and replace the seat cover free of charge. The safety recall began on September 14, 2010.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Body & structure (6): the most common themes are leaks (4).
- Suspension (5): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Transmission & drivetrain (4): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (3).
- Other / unknown (3): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2010 Jeep Patriot Fwd has 22 owner complaints, ranking #4 of 4 Patriot Fwd model years for complaints (well below the 43 average). Complaints peaked in 2010 (6 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 1 year old, at a median of 17,618 miles. Neighboring years: 2009 (24 complaints, 0 recalls).
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FAQ
Does the 2010 Jeep Patriot Fwd have any recalls?
NHTSA doesn't list any vehicle recalls for the 2010 Jeep Patriot Fwd, but 1 equipment or tire recalls may apply. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to be sure.
What are the most common 2010 Jeep Patriot Fwd problems?
Owners have filed 22 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are body & structure (6), suspension (5), transmission & drivetrain (4).
Where can I get a 2010 Jeep Patriot Fwd repair manual?
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