2010 Jeep Patriot steering problems
Owners reported steering problems in 15 complaints for the 2010 Jeep Patriot, 7% of the complaints on file.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 15 7% of this year's complaints
- Typical mileage
- 116,000 miles 12 complaints with mileage
- Crashes and fires
- 0 and 0
- Injuries and deaths
- 0 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
When steering problems show up
View the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 0k to 20k miles | 0 |
| 20k to 40k miles | 1 |
| 40k to 60k miles | 1 |
| 60k to 80k miles | 1 |
| 80k to 100k miles | 1 |
| 100k to 120k miles | 3 |
| 120k to 140k miles | 1 |
| 140k to 160k miles | 4 |
| 160k to 180k miles | 0 |
| 180k to 200k miles | 0 |
| 200k+ miles | 0 |
What the data shows
Of the 12 steering complaints that report mileage, the median is about 116,000 miles, and 17% were reported before 60,000 miles.
None of the steering complaints mention a crash, fire, injury or death.
What owners wrote
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 jeep patriot. While driving at various speeds, the steering wheel column loosened and affected how the vehicle was driven. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 57,786.
I bought this car with these safety issues, there is sold as is condition, but after having the oil pan and gaskets replaced, we were informed that the car also has other safety issues, for instance, it needs a catiltic converters that failed inspection, and steering equipment unsafe to endure a safe driving conditions. These conditions were fond by a certified mechanic, during the initial service.
Other problems reported for the 2010 Jeep Patriot
- Fuel system 31 complaints
- Air bags 26 complaints
- Electrical system 21 complaints
- Drivetrain & axles 17 complaints
- Engine 16 complaints
- Suspension 15 complaints