Front Suspension Control Arm problems of the 2007 Jeep Patriot

Tl- the contact owns a 2007 Jeep Patriot 4x4. The contact stated that while driving at 55 mph, a clicking sound was heard. The failure occurred constantly. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the rear lower control arm needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was unknown. Jo.

The contact owns a 2007 Jeep Patriot 4x4. While a technician was replacing the control arms and leaf springs on the vehicle, it was discovered that the k-frame split and needed to be replaced before the vehicle could pass inspection. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 100,000. Updated 8/10/cn.

When I purchased the vehicle in 2012 I was assured that the pull and sound from the front end was just a needed alignment. 2 months later it was clunking and popping. After taking it to a mechanic, they stated that both lower control arms including ball joints, and the tie rod were terribly worn. The mechanic was not surprised because of the make and model of the Jeep Patriot. Said it is a well known issue for these to go out almost immediately after the warranty expires. This Jeep is supposed to be "trail rated" with the off road package, but I don't even feel safe driving it on city roads and haven't since I bought it. I have had to replace these part by part due to the fact of the high cost and that the value still holds up on Jeeps so I make monthly finance payments on a vehicle that should have been recalled. This is outrageous that I am stuck with the 100% of these repair bills to fix what should not be a problem on a Jeep. I am extremely disappointed in Chrysler Jeep and will probably never purchase another one again. :(.

Bought my 2007 Jeep Patriot in August of '11. Took the vehicle to a mechanic on December 6th for routine oil change. He informed me that the ball joints and control arms would need replacing immediately to ensure the safety of my vehicle. We bought the vehicle with 29,000 miles on it, it is now at 34,000 and two months after the limited warranty has expired.

The contact owns a 2007 Jeep Patriot 4x4. The vehicle was with the dealer for routine maintenance when the technician advised that contact that the lower control arm ball joints were loose on both the front driver and passenger sides. The technician stated that the lower control arm would have to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 59,000.

The contact owns a 2007 Jeep Patriot fwd. The contact stated that the vehicle was violently shaking and when she attempted a turn, she heard a squeaking noise coming from the tires. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic who diagnosed that the ball joints and control arms on both front wheels were defective and performed the repairs. The dealer did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was no longer under warranty. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The current mileage was 30,334 and the approximate failure mileage was 30,300. The VIN was not available.

I noticed a clunk in my 2007 Jeep Patriot, when turning or going over bumps. I brought the car to the dealer (grava Chrysler Jeep Dodge) and was told the lower control arm/ ball joints on both sides have failed, and the vehivcle was unsafe to drive after only 21,112 miles. VIN (1j8ff48wx7d279221).

The contact owns a 2007 Jeep Patriot. The contact stated that the front lower control arm and low ball joints separated from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the suspension was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, but offered no assistance. The failure and current mileages were 69,000.

I am experiencing shaking in my steering (Jeep Patriot 2007) I was told that I needed to replace my control arm. I did some research and found that this seems to be a problem that Jeep needs to address. I have had numerous alignments and tire replacements and that doesn't seem to help now I am greatly concerned about my safety. Will Jeep recall this problem before someone gets hurt?.

Ball joints/control arms on 07 Jeep Patriot are a safety issue. My car will not pass inspection because they are flapping in the breeze. I have to somehow come up with 1300. 00 at xmas time for my car to pass, and I have no clue how. This is a known issue. All you have to do is type "07 Jeep Patriot ball joint) in a search engine and you will see many of complaints/issues. There should definitely be a recall on this for safety reasons. [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

At an oil change and inspection in early December 2010, the Jeep dealer told me my front tie rod ends and control arms needed replacement. Everything else was fine. My 2007 Jeep only had 32k miles on it, so I finally got them to pay part of this. Two weeks later, while I drove my car to the dealer for the repairs, the car started "jack hammering". It was as if the brakes were being pulsed on and off hard. (my foot was not on the pedal and I was driving 55 mph) the dealership told me next day that my front brakes were fried and loaded with rust, and unsafe to drive. I paid them for the repairs. A week later, the "pulsing" reoccurred, and then a rear brake locked up. I had to get those rotors, calipers and pads replaced too. My problems continued. I had Jeep look again. They could not replicate the problem. The problem is infrequent, but I continue to have a lesser pulsing sensation and a dragging sensation, like pushing a shopping cart with a bad wheel. Two days ago, I took my car to an independent shop. They couldn't replicate the problem, but told me my new tires (less than 5k miles) have already been damaged by this brake problem. They also pointed out how extremely rusty the axles and axle nuts are. So rusty, you can't tell they are nuts. I am driving around now wondering if my wheels and hubs will fly off the car at any minute because there is no metal left to hold them on. Why would these parts rust so badly, and so quickly? why would the dealer put brand new rotors and calipers on such severely rusted axles and nuts without telling me? don't they care if I'm safe? I have since found out from researching this, that others have the same problems with premature failures of control arms, brakes, etc. Due to rust. I also found out t Jeep is not (has never) notified me of recalls. Aren't they required to do that? then again, they sold me a brand new car without the federally mandated mulroney sticker, and lied to me about the mpg.

2007 Jeep Patriot. Consumer writes regarding problems with control arms, ball joints and sensors having to be replaced. The consumer was informed two different types of metals were used and when put together, it caused corrosion. Also, all four tires had to be replaced.

Ball joints need to be replaced at 43,000 now need new tires because of the ball joints. Found out that need entire new control arms in order to replace the ball joints.

2007 Jeep Patriot: went in for oil change at dealer, told control arms bad. Only at 3 years/ 51,000 miles. Also had problems with air conditioning draining boiling water on feet. Filed complaint with Chrysler the water and had fixed for the fourth time this summer.

Normal, routine driving with vehicle 41,000 miles and the ball joints failed, along with lower control arms.

Went to go get my Jeep inspected, upon inspection my vehicle had failed due to the tire being loose and the outer tie rod needing to be replaced. Went to the dealer the next day and had the tie rod replaced. Went back to get my vehicle re-inspected and again failed for the same reason. Went back to the dealer and was told that the ball joint and control arm was bad. Both of these problems are hazardous to the owners driving them. Someone is going to get seriously hurt if not killed while driving this vehicle and the front suspension gives out.

Creaking noise coming from front end od 2007 Jeep Patriot. Everyday for the past couple months. Lower control arm/ball joints and tie rod replaced. 44,000 miles on a highway driven car.

Jeep 2007, standard. During an oil change told control arms and front ball joints worn , will need to replace them! have 47,000 miles on the Jeep; am a conservative driver. Tires are worn; have always pulled to the side. Shifting is horrible; slips into other gears. This SUV is less than 3 years old. I have had nothing but problems with this vehicle. The Jeep is a danger, unsafe, and should be off the market. In 2007 the Patriot was not popular. The economy has led people to purchase this vehicle, my guess is that more complaints will be filed when their Jeeps reach two years old.

1. Went into firestone for oil change, and to look at my tires because I thought they were loose. 2. Front control arms and ball joints are messed up, which caused severe damage to inner tires to where the wires inside the tire were showing from the outside. 3. Had to replace control arms and front tires.

The lower control arms of my 2007 Jeep Patriot had to be replaced in January,2010 . I was told that my tire could fall off - funny because I have all my service work done at the dealership - they replaced them for about $125 as a courtesy - never mentioned a possible problem during any prior visit - 39,000 on Jeep.

The contact owns a 2007 Jeep Patriot 4x4. The contact stated that the vehicle was being examined by an authorized dealer for routine maintenance and the dealer stated that both front lower control arms and ball joints needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred approximately 30,000 miles later. The vehicle was again repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and the contact was informed that someone would be working on the case. The approximate failure mileage was 34,516.