Research · Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
2017 Jeep PatriotRecalls, problems, MPG & safety
NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 59 owner complaints for the 2017 Jeep Patriot. Most complaints involve power train (15) and engine (9). The EPA rates it 21–25 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 4 stars overall.
Combined MPG
21–25mpg
EPA · 7 versions
NHTSA overall
4of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
59
Top: power train
Fuel cost / yr
$2,550est.
EPA estimate, best version
Safety recalls
NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2017 Jeep Patriot as of Oct 29, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Oct 29, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
Owner complaints by component
59 complaints filed with NHTSA · Sep 2017 – Mar 2026
- Power train15
- Engine9
- Electrical system8
- Air bags8
- Seats6
- Seat belts6
- Vehicle speed control5
- Service brakes5
- Visibility/wiper4
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Oct 29, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
What owners report most
Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component
Power train
15 reports
“Was driving on highway about 70 mph and check engine light, red lightning bolt symbol, and traction control lights all came on wasn't able to accelerate and vehicle wouldn't go above 30 mph. It's been in and out of dealerships since May and is still not fixed with no explanation why it's doing it . I have 1000 miles until my warranty is up . Could anyone take a look at this !”
Engine
9 reports
“Vehicle position in drive waiting for for a Walmart customer to vacate parking spot when I tried to proceed into the parking spot the car just stopped,tried to restart after putting the truck in park, when the key was turned to start, nothing...hazard lights would not come, could not move the shift into neutral to push to safe location, passenger door and backdoors would not unlock, truck would not open, everything just locked making the car not movable at all...is there a reason for the truck to have just stop.”
Electrical system
8 reports
“THE SECURITY SYSTEM MODULE MALFUNCTIONED AND SHUT DOWN THE CAR. THE GARAGE RESET THE MUDULE BUT IT KEEPS SHUTTING DOWN. THE MECHANIC TOLD ME THE CAR HAS TO BE RETURNED TO THE DEALER FOR SERVICE - ONLY THEY CAN FIX IT.”
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Oct 29, 2026
Engines, transmissions & drive
7 versions rated by the EPA
- EPA class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- Engines
- 2.4L 4-cyl · 2.0L 4-cyl
- Transmissions
- Manual 5-spd · Automatic (variable gear ratios) · Automatic 6-spd
- Drive
- Front-Wheel Drive · All-Wheel Drive · 4-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 29, 2026EPA listing
EPA fuel economy by version
City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Patriot FWD Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 23 | 28 | 25 | $2,550 | 353 |
| Patriot FWD Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 23 | 30 | 25 | $2,550 | 347 |
| Patriot 4WD Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L · All-Wheel Drive | 22 | 27 | 24 | $2,700 | 369 |
| Patriot FWD Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 26 | 24 | $2,700 | 378 |
| Patriot FWD Auto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 27 | 23 | $2,800 | 382 |
| Patriot 4WD Auto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L · 4-Wheel Drive | 20 | 25 | 22 | $2,900 | 400 |
| Patriot 4WD Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.4 L · 4-Wheel Drive | 20 | 23 | 21 | $3,050 | 417 |
- 25mpg comb.
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- 24mpg comb.
- 24mpg comb.
- 23mpg comb.
- 22mpg comb.
- 21mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 29, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings
2 tested variants
Overall rating
4/ 5
4 of 5Jeep Patriot SUV 4WD
- Frontal crash
- 3 of 5
- Side crash
- 5 of 5
- Side pole
- 5 of 5
- Rollover
- 3 of 5
- Rollover risk
- 21.9%
Overall
4 / 5
Jeep Patriot SUV FWD
- Frontal crash
- 3 of 5
- Side crash
- 5 of 5
- Side pole
- 5 of 5
- Rollover
- 3 of 5
- Rollover risk
- 21.9%
Maintenance basics
General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5,000–10,000 mi | 6–12 months | Follow the oil-life monitor if fitted |
| Tire rotation | 5,000–7,500 mi | Every oil change | Check pressure monthly |
| Engine air filter | 15,000–30,000 mi | 1–2 years | Sooner in dusty areas |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–3 years | Absorbs moisture over time |
| Coolant | 60,000–100,000 mi | 5–10 years | Long-life coolants last longer |
| Spark plugs | 60,000–100,000 mi | — | Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years | Heat shortens battery life |
- Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
6–12 months - Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
Every oil change - Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
1–2 years - Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
1–2 years - Brake fluid—
2–3 years - Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
5–10 years - Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
— - 12V battery—
3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
2017 Patriot questions
How many recalls does the 2017 Jeep Patriot have?
0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Oct 29, 2026.
What are the most common 2017 Jeep Patriot problems?
Owners filed 59 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are power train (15), engine (9), electrical system (8). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
What MPG does the 2017 Jeep Patriot get?
The EPA rates the 2017 Jeep Patriot at 21–25 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (7 versions rated).
How safe is the 2017 Jeep Patriot?
NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2017 Jeep Patriot 4 out of 5 stars overall.
Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Oct 29, 2026