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2011 Jeep Patriot recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2011 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns: 4
Park-it warnings: 0
Complaints: 326
Latest campaign: Dec 21, 2017

Recall summary by component4

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Component	Campaigns	Latest	Campaign IDs
Equipment	1	Dec 21, 2017	17V824000
Seat belts	1	Sep 15, 2016	16V668000
Air bags	1	Jun 4, 2013	13V233000
Steering	1	Jun 8, 2011	11V315000

Safety recalls4

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

0Park-it warnings

0Fixable over the air

Dec 21, 2017Latest campaign


Dec 21, 201717V824000	Equipment If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire. DetailsHide details for campaign 17V824000 What's wrong Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling various Dodge, Chrysler, and RAM vehicles equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. A list of the affected trailer models is available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V824-0103.pdf. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf Risk If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire. Remedy Chrysler will notify owners instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began February 14, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 or Kidde customer service service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. Chrysler's number for this recall is T82. Campaign NHTSA 17V824000 · Dec 21, 2017
Sep 15, 201616V668000	Seat belts: pretensioner 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… DetailsHide details for campaign 16V668000 What's wrong 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. Remedy 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. Campaign NHTSA 16V668000 · Sep 15, 2016
Jun 4, 201313V233000	Air bags: side/window In the event of a rollover necessitating airbag deployment, the software error can lead to a delayed deployment or non-deployment of the side curtain airbag and/or… DetailsHide details for campaign 13V233000 What's wrong Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Jeep Compass and Patriot vehicles manufactured May 6, 2008, through July 20, 2012. The affected vehicles have a software error which may result in a delayed deployment or non-deployment of the seatbelt pre-tensioners and/or side airbags. Risk In the event of a rollover necessitating airbag deployment, the software error can lead to a delayed deployment or non-deployment of the side curtain airbag and/or seatbelt pre-tensioners. As a result, vehicle occupants have an increased risk of injury in a crash. Remedy Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will correct the software free of charge. The recall began June 21, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall number is N01. Campaign NHTSA 13V233000 · Jun 4, 2013
Jun 8, 201111V315000	Steering: column A MISSING OR INCORRECTLY INSTALLED RIVET COULD COMPROMISE THE ABILITY OF THE STEERING COLUMN TO SUPPORT THE OCCUPANT LOADS IN THE EVENT OF A FRONTAL CRASH, DECREASING… DetailsHide details for campaign 11V315000 What's wrong CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011DODGE JOURNEY, JEEP WRANGLER, CHRYSLER 200, CHRYSLER 200 CONVERTIBLE, DODGE AVENGER, DODGE NITRO, JEEP LIBERTY, DODGE CALIBER, JEEP COMPASS, JEEP PATRIOT, DODGE GRAND CARAVAN AND CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY VEHICLES. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH A MISSING OR INCORRECTLY INSTALLED STEERING COLUMN PIVOT RIVET. Risk A MISSING OR INCORRECTLY INSTALLED RIVET COULD COMPROMISE THE ABILITY OF THE STEERING COLUMN TO SUPPORT THE OCCUPANT LOADS IN THE EVENT OF A FRONTAL CRASH, DECREASING THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE FRONTAL IMPACT SAFETY SYSTEM. AS A RESULT, THE CONDITION MAY INCREASE THE POTENTIAL FOR INJURY IN A FRONTAL CRASH. Remedy DEALERS WILL INSPECT FOR RIVET PRESENCE AND ALIGNMENT AND REPAIR THE STEERING COLUMN PIVOT AS REQUIRED, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 4, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403. Campaign NHTSA 11V315000 · Jun 8, 2011

To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Mopar recall lookup (Jeep). Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

Owner complaints by component326

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326Complaints filed

20Involving a crash

3Involving a fire

12Injuries reported · 1 death

Component	Complaints	%	Crashes	Fires	Injuries
Engine	66	20	2	2	3
Suspension	55	17	2	0	0
Power train	53	16	2	0	3
Structure	51	16	1	2	0
Air bags	43	13	10	0	6
Unknown or other	35	11	3	0	2
Electrical system	32	10	1	0	1
Fuel/propulsion system	29	9	1	0	0
Seat belts	25	8	2	0	1
Steering	19	6	2	0	0
Vehicle speed control	18	6	1	0	0
Service brakes	10	3	2	0	1
Wheels	9	3	3	0	0
Engine and engine cooling	9	3	0	1	0
Electronic stability control (ESC)	7	2	0	0	0

13 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.

Latest reports

Electrical system
“I purchased my 2011 Jeep Patriot as a new vehicle on [XXX] in Fort Collins, Colorado. The vehicle has been appropriately maintained with the only one major repair (throttle body) to date.”
Filed 09/07/2026 · ODI 11762528
Suspension
“Rusted rear sub frame and suspension parts”
Filed 10/06/2025 · ODI 11691580
Engine
“So I bought this used from a previous owner check engine light has come on quite a few times and I’ve gone to two separate places and it’s the catalytic converter efficiency coming up.”
Filed 07/13/2025 · ODI 11673128

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2011 Jeep Patriot recall questions

How many recalls does the 2011 Jeep Patriot have?

NHTSA lists 4 safety recall campaigns for the 2011 Jeep Patriot. The most recent, 17V824000 (reported December 21, 2017), concerns equipment. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What is the most common complaint about the 2011 Jeep Patriot?

Engine is the most-reported component, named in 66 complaints out of 326 filed with NHTSA (20%). Across all complaints, owners reported 20 crashs and 3 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2011 Jeep Patriot?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Mopar recall lookup (Jeep). That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Jeep dealer.

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