2016 Jeep Patriot Reliability
The 2016 Jeep Patriot has 459 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign on file with NHTSA, most often about engine and electrical system. Compared with nearby Patriot model years (2014–2017), it rates as a year to avoid: its complaint rate runs well above the Patriot's typical year, while the 2017 has a cleaner record.
By CarWhere Research · Updated 2026-11-04 · Source: NHTSA
459
NHTSA owner complaints
1
Recall campaigns
24
Complaints citing a crash
8
Complaints citing a fire
2016 Jeep Patriot complaints by component
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2016 model year, filed between 2015 and 2026. A complaint can name more than one component.
| Component | Complaints | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 224 | 49% |
| Electrical system | 99 | 22% |
| Unknown or other | 75 | 16% |
| Powertrain / transmission | 74 | 16% |
| Speed control / throttle | 49 | 11% |
| Fuel / propulsion system | 41 | 9% |
| Air bags | 33 | 7% |
| Steering | 25 | 5% |
2016 Jeep Patriot recalls
1 recall campaign on NHTSA record for the 2016 model year, by the date NHTSA received the manufacturer's report. Recall repairs are free at a dealer.
| NHTSA campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16V907000 | Dec 16, 2016 | Engine & cooling — engine | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Dodge Journey, Jeep Compass, and Jeep Patriot vehicles manufactured May 9, 2016, to July 15, 2016. The crankshaft or camshaft sensor may only work intermittently, causing the engine to stall. |
How the 2016 compares with nearby Patriot years
Verdicts compare these Patriot model years with each other.
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Most-reported area | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 548 | 2 | Engine | Avoid |
| 2015 | 316 | 1 | Engine | Caution |
| 2016 (this page) | 459 | 1 | Engine | Avoid |
| 2017 | 59 | 0 | Unknown or other | Solid |
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 2016 Jeep Patriot
- Engine: cold-start it yourself, listen for ticking or knocking, check for oil leaks and oil consumption, and ask for oil-change records.
- Electrical: test every light, window, lock, the infotainment screen and the charging system; scan for stored fault codes.
- 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.
- Throttle and speed control: check for surging, hesitation or a reduced-power warning, and test cruise control.
- 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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2016 Jeep Patriot reliability FAQ
Is the 2016 Jeep Patriot reliable?
The 2016 Jeep Patriot has 459 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign on file with NHTSA, most often about engine and electrical system. Compared with nearby Patriot model years (2014–2017), it rates as a year to avoid: its complaint rate runs well above the Patriot's typical year, while the 2017 has a cleaner record.
What are the most common 2016 Jeep Patriot problems?
The most-reported problem areas in NHTSA owner complaints for the 2016 Jeep Patriot are engine (224), electrical system (99), unknown or other (75), powertrain / transmission (74). One complaint can name more than one component.
Does the 2016 Jeep Patriot have recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2016 Jeep Patriot, including 16V907000 (engine & cooling — engine). Recall repairs are free at a dealer, and whether one was done is tracked by VIN.
How does the 2016 Jeep Patriot compare with the 2015 and 2017 models?
By NHTSA records, the 2015 has 316 complaints and 1 recall (caution); the 2017 has 59 complaints and 0 recalls (solid). The 2016 has 459 complaints and 1 recall.
How do I check a specific used 2016 Jeep Patriot?
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Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation owner complaints (all body-style listings for the 2016 Patriot, de-duplicated by complaint number) and NHTSA recall campaigns, retrieved 2026-11-04.