2013 Jeep Patriot Reliability
The 2013 Jeep Patriot has 120 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign on file with NHTSA, most often about air bags and engine. Compared with nearby Patriot model years (2011–2015), it rates as one of the better years: complaints run below the Patriot's typical year, while the 2014 drew 548 complaints.
By CarWhere Research · Updated 2026-11-04 · Source: NHTSA
120
NHTSA owner complaints
1
Recall campaigns
5
Complaints citing a crash
2
Complaints citing a fire
2013 Jeep Patriot complaints by component
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2013 model year, filed between 2013 and 2025. A complaint can name more than one component.
| Component | Complaints | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Air bags | 33 | 28% |
| Engine | 25 | 21% |
| Seat belts | 23 | 19% |
| Powertrain / transmission | 19 | 16% |
| Unknown or other | 13 | 11% |
| Electrical system | 11 | 9% |
| Stability control | 8 | 7% |
| Fuel / propulsion system | 7 | 6% |
2013 Jeep Patriot recalls
1 recall campaign on NHTSA record for the 2013 model year, by the date NHTSA received the manufacturer's report. Recall repairs are free at a dealer.
| NHTSA campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16V668000 | Sep 15, 2016 | Seat belts — pretensioner | 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,… |
How the 2013 compares with nearby Patriot years
Verdicts compare these Patriot model years with each other.
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Most-reported area | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 326 | 4 | Engine | Caution |
| 2012 | 354 | 4 | Engine | Avoid |
| 2013 (this page) | 120 | 1 | Air bags | Better year |
| 2014 | 548 | 2 | Engine | Avoid |
| 2015 | 316 | 1 | Engine | Caution |
Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA and are not adjusted for how many of each year were sold, so they compare years of the same model rather than different models.
What to check on a used 2013 Jeep Patriot
- Air bags: make sure the air bag warning light goes out after start-up and that any air bag recall was completed on this VIN.
- Engine: cold-start it yourself, listen for ticking or knocking, check for oil leaks and oil consumption, and ask for oil-change records.
- Seat belts: pull each belt fully, make sure it retracts and latches, and check the belt warning light.
- Transmission: test-drive from cold through every gear, feel for slipping, harsh or delayed shifts and shudder, and ask whether the fluid has been serviced.
- Recalls: confirm each of the 1 campaign above was completed on this VIN; open recalls are repaired free at a dealer.
- History: run the VIN for salvage, theft and odometer records, and have an independent mechanic inspect the car before you pay.
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2013 Jeep Patriot reliability FAQ
Is the 2013 Jeep Patriot reliable?
The 2013 Jeep Patriot has 120 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign on file with NHTSA, most often about air bags and engine. Compared with nearby Patriot model years (2011–2015), it rates as one of the better years: complaints run below the Patriot's typical year, while the 2014 drew 548 complaints.
What are the most common 2013 Jeep Patriot problems?
The most-reported problem areas in NHTSA owner complaints for the 2013 Jeep Patriot are air bags (33), engine (25), seat belts (23), powertrain / transmission (19). One complaint can name more than one component.
Does the 2013 Jeep Patriot have recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2013 Jeep Patriot, including 16V668000 (seat belts — pretensioner). Recall repairs are free at a dealer, and whether one was done is tracked by VIN.
How does the 2013 Jeep Patriot compare with the 2012 and 2014 models?
By NHTSA records, the 2012 has 354 complaints and 4 recalls (avoid); the 2014 has 548 complaints and 2 recalls (avoid). The 2013 has 120 complaints and 1 recall.
How do I check a specific used 2013 Jeep Patriot?
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Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation owner complaints (all body-style listings for the 2013 Patriot, de-duplicated by complaint number) and NHTSA recall campaigns, retrieved 2026-11-04.