Is the 2014 Jeep PATRIOT reliable?

The 2014 Jeep PATRIOT has 903 complaints filed with NHTSA (1.8x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: avoid. Most common issue: ENGINE problems.

What are common problems with the 2014 Jeep PATRIOT?

Top problems: ENGINE (159 complaints, avg repair $500); AIR BAGS (148 complaints, avg repair $500); SEATS/RESTRAINTS (137 complaints, avg repair $500). Issues typically appear around 50K miles.

Are there any recalls on the 2014 Jeep PATRIOT?

Yes, there are 2 recall(s): SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER, ENGINE. Contact any Jeep dealer to verify if recalls have been completed on your specific vehicle.

How much does it cost to fuel a 2014 Jeep PATRIOT?

The 2014 Jeep PATRIOT gets 23 MPG combined. At current US average gas prices, driving 12,000 miles per year costs roughly $2087. See the interactive fuel cost calculator on this page for state-specific pricing.

How much does it cost to insure a 2014 Jeep PATRIOT?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2014 Jeep PATRIOT is approximately $1,585/year (suv-midsize class). Actual quotes vary heavily by state, driver age, driving record, and credit — see the interactive insurance estimator on this page for state-specific pricing.

2014 Jeep PATRIOT

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Avoid This Year

Quick Summary

The 2014 Jeep PATRIOT has 903 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 1.8x the segment average of 499. The most common issue is engine problems (18% of all complaints), specifically: i purchased this 2014 patriot four weeks ago with, i have not even made a first payment. yesterday while driving in a parking lot my jeep lost all power. i was shifted into drive and would hit the gas pedal and nothing would happen. there was absolutely no warning that is was going to stall, no indi. There are 2 recalls issued for this model year. ⚠️ 8 fire reports filed.

8 fire reports 45 crash reports 50 injuries

903

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

4/5

Safety Stars

1.8x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

ENGINE

159 complaints

18%

• I PURCHASED THIS 2014 PATRIOT FOUR WEEKS AGO WITH, I HAVE NOT EVEN MADE A FIRST PAYMENT. YESTERDAY WHILE DRIVING IN A PARKING LOT MY JEEP LOST ALL POWER. I WAS SHIFTED INTO DRIVE AND WOULD HIT THE GAS PEDAL AND NOTHING WOULD HAPPEN. THERE WAS ABSOLUTELY NO WARNING THAT IS WAS GOING TO STALL, NO INDI
• WAS TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY AT APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, GLANCED AT THE PASSENGER SIDE MIRROR AND NOTICED GREY SMOKE COMING FROM THE BACK OF THE VEHICLE WITHIN A FEW SECONDS THE "CHECK ENGINE" LIGHT CAME ON. I STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT BEFORE A SAFE PULL OVER SPOT WAS AVAILABLE. ONCE LIGHT CHANGED TO
• MFG AND DEALER INDICATE THAT ALL JEEP PATRIOTS HAVE TRANSMISSION METERING/SENSORING SYSTEM THAT FAILS AND THAT THEY DON'T KNOW HOW TO FIX THE THE DEFECTIVE COMPONENTS. THEY SAY THEY'RE NOT ISSUING A SAFETY RECALL BECAUSE THERE HAVEN'T BEEN ENOUGH CRASHES OR FATALITIES. WHEN THE TRANSMISSION LIGHT GO

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500🔥 2 fire reports💥 3 crashes

“I PURCHASED THIS 2014 PATRIOT FOUR WEEKS AGO WITH, I HAVE NOT EVEN MADE A FIRST PAYMENT. YESTERDAY WHILE DRIVING IN A PARKING LOT MY JEEP LOST ALL POWER. I WAS SHIFTED INTO DRIVE AND WOULD HIT THE GAS PEDAL AND NOTHING WOULD HAPPEN. THERE WAS ABSOLUTELY NO WARNING THAT IS WAS GOING TO STALL, NO INDI”

— NHTSA complaint filing

When Problems Appear on the 2014 Jeep PATRIOT

Based on 608 owner complaints that included an odometer reading. Median mileage at time of complaint: 55K miles. Most complaints cluster in the 60-100K miles range.

Overall complaint distribution by mileage

0-30K

168

30-60K

172

60-100K

213

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

ELECTRICAL

Earlier than typicalmedian 54K mi · 73 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

AIR BAGS

Earlier than typicalmedian 40K mi · 52 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

SEATS/RESTRAINTS

Earlier than typicalmedian 47K mi · 42 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

BRAKES

Earlier than typicalmedian 11K mi · 17 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

BODY/STRUCTURE

Earlier than typicalmedian 41K mi · 12 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

STEERING

Earlier than typicalmedian 53K mi · 8 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

Mileage figures are self-reported by owners in NHTSA complaint filings. Peak bucket = the mileage range with the most complaints for that component; it reflects when owners noticed and reported problems, not necessarily when the fault first occurred.

Recalls (2)

SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER15/09/2016

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chrysler 200, 2010 Chrysler Sebring, 2010-2012 Dodge Caliber and 2010-2014 Jeep Patriot, Compass and Dodge Avenger vehicles. The Occupant Restraint Control (OCR) module may short circuit, preventing the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags from deploying in the event of a crash.

Risk: If the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a vehicle crash that necessitates deployment of these safety systems.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the OCR, free of charge. Interim letters informing owners that parts are not available yet were mailed on October 26, 2016. The recall began on August 15, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S61.

Fuel Cost Calculator for 2014 Jeep PATRIOT

Live EIA prices

Annual miles driven: 12,000

Your state (affects local gasoline price)

Per year

$2,087

Per month

$174

Per mile

17.4¢

MPG

City driving (worst-case MPG)

$2,401/yr

Highway driving (best-case MPG)

$1,715/yr

Based on EPA fuel-economy ratings and EIA weekly retail prices (2026-07-20). Real-world cost varies with driving style, trim/engine, terrain, and traffic.

5-Year Gas Price History

EIA weekly retail data · 2021 → today

Show:

Current

$4.00

5-year low

$2.78

5-year high

$5.01

Since 2021

+27%

Source: US Energy Information Administration weekly retail gasoline prices.

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2014 Jeep PATRIOT

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.

Your state (affects local premium average)

Full coverage / year

$1,585

Full coverage / month

$132

Liability only / year

$626

vs US avg

-5%

How this estimate is calculated

US base full-coverage premium$1674

× state (US)1.00x

× vehicle class (suv-midsize)1.05x

× theft risk1.00x

× safety rating0.98x

× vehicle age0.92x

= Full coverage estimate$1585

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Recommended Jeep PATRIOT Service Intervals

Oil change

8K mi / 12 mo

Tire rotation

8K mi

Brake fluid

36 months

Transmission fluid

60K mi

Engine coolant

100K mi

Spark plugs

100K mi

Cabin air filter

24K mi

Engine air filter

30K mi

Differential (AWD/4WD)

20K mi

4WD Wrangler/Gladiator have shorter transfer case + differential intervals if off-roaded frequently.

"Severe service" conditions (heavy towing, extreme temps, city stop-and-go) typically halve these intervals. Always consult your vehicle's owner's manual for the authoritative schedule.

Jeep New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)

3 yr / 36K mi

Powertrain

5 yr / 60K mi

Hybrid/EV battery

8 yr / 100K mi

Corrosion (rust perforation)

5 yr / unlimited mi

Roadside assistance

5 yr / 60K mi

These are the terms for a new Jeep. If you're buying a used 2014 PATRIOT, remaining coverage is usually pro-rated from the vehicle's original in-service date. Not all coverage transfers between owners — check with a Jeep dealer for VIN-specific remaining warranty.

Estimated Repair Costs

ENGINE(~50K mi)

$500

AIR BAGS(~50K mi)

$500

SEATS/RESTRAINTS(~50K mi)

$500

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

TRANSMISSION(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 903 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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ENGINE: I PURCHASED THIS 2014 PATRIOT FOUR WEEKS AGO WITH, I HAVE NOT EVEN MADE A FIRST PAYMENT. YESTERDAY WHILE DRIVING IN A PARKING LOT MY JEEP LOST ALL POWER. I WAS SHIFTED INTO DRIVE AND WOULD HIT THE GAS PEDAL AND NOTHING WOULD HAPPEN. THERE WAS ABSOLUTELY NO WARNING THAT IS WAS GOING TO STALL, NO INDI
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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AIR BAGS: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 JEEP PATRIOT. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, A COMMERCIAL TRACTOR TRAILER CRASHED INTO HIS DRIVERS SIDE FRONT FENDER. THE AIG BAG SENSORS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO HIS INSURANCE COMPANY. THE CONTACT LEFT K
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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SEATS/RESTRAINTS: OUR SEAT BELT LIGHT STARTED TO MESS UP IN JUNE 2015, WE TOOK IT TO THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT AND AFTER THEY TRIED TWO SWITCHES I WAS TOLD THAT IT COULD NOT BE FIXED AND THAT ALL 2014 JEEP PATRIOTS DO THIS! IF YOU PULL THE SEAT BELT OUT AN INCH FROM HOME POSITION THE LIGHT GOES OFF, WHEN YOU ACTUALLY HA
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ELECTRICAL: I PURCHASED THIS 2014 PATRIOT FOUR WEEKS AGO WITH, I HAVE NOT EVEN MADE A FIRST PAYMENT. YESTERDAY WHILE DRIVING IN A PARKING LOT MY JEEP LOST ALL POWER. I WAS SHIFTED INTO DRIVE AND WOULD HIT THE GAS PEDAL AND NOTHING WOULD HAPPEN. THERE WAS ABSOLUTELY NO WARNING THAT IS WAS GOING TO STALL, NO INDI
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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RECALLS: Verify all 2 recalls have been completed — free at any Jeep dealer
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)