general problems of the 2008 Jeep Patriot

The contact owns a 2008 Jeep Patriot. When the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for a yearly safety inspection, the contact was informed by the technician that the vehicle was unsafe to drive due to corrosion on the rear subframe. The contact took the vehicle to charlie's motor mall (465 western Ave, augusta, me 04330, phone number: (207) 622-7327) where it was diagnosed that the subframe was corroded and needed additional parts. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer stated that the subframe was covered under the warranty, but not the installed part. The approximate failure mileage was 194,491.

After snow has melted, the maplight leaks water all over the inside. I'm concerned that there will be wiring issues for the sunroof and the light as well as anything in the dash due to the water going everywhere. Prior issues w/water leaking in the firewall and leaving an inch of water on the drivers floor (3 attempts to get it fixed) resulted in Chrysler paying a portion due to being out of warranty. Water shorted out wires running under the floor for dash lights, anti lock brakes wanted to kick in driving down the road, 4wheel drive woudl not work and the cruise control would not work. Now back to dealing w/water again leaking out the map light, very frustrated and angry!.

The contact owns a 2008 Jeep Patriot 4x4. The contact fell asleep while driving at an unknown speed and lost control of the vehicle. The vehicle was flipped thirteen times as the entire roof separated from the vehicle. The contact was reported inured and a police report was filed. The vehicle was declared destroyed and towed to a salvage lot. The contact stated that the roof separation was a severe safety risk. The VIN was unknown. The failure and current mileage was 60,000.

Rear light/flashlight leaks when it rains! I have had it fixed 5 times and it has never been fixed! I'm getting very annoyed over this problem. I looked online and I see that I am not the only one that has had and is still having this problem. I'm not a happy customer of this model now. Very poor when no one can fix the problem!.

Have water leaking into interior of vehicle through map/front dome light and front vehicle frame for third time since September 2009. Water pours from the map/dome light down onto front console and driver and passenger.

Water leaking under the dash which causes the gas and brake pedals to become very slippery. It is also a horrible distraction since it happens on every turn or hill. There is also a horrible clunking noise that is coming from the front end of the car that has been reported as the a arm bolts but they continue to ignore the service bulletin just because my VIN # is not included in the list of cars but my make and model as well as the year is included.

My 2008 Jeep Patriot has been in the shop a collective 18 times over 87 days. It is currently still in the shop since last week. I have had it in 9 times for the sunroof leaking and 7 times to replace electrical items that shorted out because of the leaking sunroof. It first started to have this problem after 3 months 8/2008 and 2700 miles. I am tried of the dealership asking to give them one more try for the last year and a half. They keep blowing me off. As of 1/29/10 it back in the shop again for a leaking sunroof. I talked to the service manager at the dealership and he stated that they have tried and replaced everything in the sunroof assembly and it still leaks and is ruining my electrical system, my leather seats and carpeting. I do not want this vehicle to have and electrical fire down the road with all the issues it is continuing to have. Please help!.

2008 Jeep Patriot leaking moon/sun roof - leaks of water from rain or condensation from map/dome lights causing a fire hazard. Water leaks and pours from front dome light onto dash and radio.

I have a 2008 Jeep Patriot, my Jeep started leaking from the map light, dome light and cargo light the water ran into my a/c unit and my cd changer, gear shift, glove compartment and all over my carpet and seats, in sept. Of 2009 after a heavy rain we were in a drought until then. I got the car back and the dealership said the leak was fixed, they said they had to connect the drain tubes. Once I got my car back I noticed after another rain I had water standing in my tire well once again, after the last leak my car started stalling on take off. I was entering onto a very busy street and it stalled as I was pulling out and almost got hit by a dump truck. I once again took the Jeep back to the dealer to have it fixed, they replaced the sun roof seal and the seals around the hatched, they said it was fixed. After another rain I noticed my Jeep is leaking again, when I turned on the a/c water started coming out of the defrost vent and my carpet was wet, and a strong smell of mold coming out my vents with the air. I took it back into the dealership and told them about the leak,and the water and smell of mold coming out of my a/c vents. I looked over the car with the service manager and we noticed black mold growing in the head liner she also was able to smell the mold coming out of my a/c unit. I also noticed that my car was cutting out again while driving. I am very concerned about a fire or some other major electrical part going out due to the water leaks that have occured. I am also worried about safety issues concerning the car stalling; and am worried it is going to cause an accident or health issues due to the black mold.

During heavy rain water enters the vehicle through the roof causing leakage to occur through the maplights and front pillars. The car has been in to the shop three times - the dealer has "sealed a body seam", "reseated the windshield" and "could not duplicate" the leak however, when it was brought in, water was dripping and they did acknowledge that it was due to some kind of leak. After a lengthy talk to the service manager after the third visit, he indicated that he had never seen this before but found a "tech tip" indicating that the roof did leak. After searching the internet, it certainly seems that I am not alone with this problem.

Water leaks through dome lights, shorting out electrical system.

Water leaking into my front dome light and all over my stereo and dash.

The contact owns a 2008 Jeep Patriot 4x4. While driving greater than 40 mph with both rear windows opened, the undercarriage of the vehicle shakes violently. The contact is unable to see oncoming traffic through the side mirror and the noise is unbearable. The manufacturer took a report and stated that the vehicle was designed in that manner; therefore, they would not assist. The dealer agreed with the manufacturer and found no failures. The failure mileage was 4,506 and current mileage was 5,622. Updated 09/25/08 updated 09/26/08.

Recurrent water leak through the interior cargo area light/flashlight. The interior light is flooded with water when it is raining or when the car is washed. The water accumulates inside the light and drips to the cargo area. The rear door rubber was changed and a roof seal was repositioned. The dealer has tried to fix the water leak 3 times. I am afraid a fire or short circuit can occur, when the vehicle is in use.

Headliner is loose in my 2008 Jeep Patriot. Slaps violently against roof. Noise is so loud, it sounds like a helicopter (no exaggeration). This happens when a window is down while driving. To an unsuspecting driver, this is very dangerous. It scared me the first time it happened. My six year old daughter was in the back seat as I was taking her for her first ride in my brand new car, she put the back window down and this loud helicopter noise came out of nowhere. I literally jump in my seat as I was driving. I could have very easily wrecked the car from the scare of the sudden noise overhead. This is also potentially damaging to your ears (it is that loud). Chrysler / Jeep refuses to fix it because all 2008 Jeep Patriots have the "same design flaw" (yes they admit it). I have complained to the bbb (Chrysler doesn't agree to arbitration with the bbb), the attorney general (ohio and michigan), and even contacted an attorney. I am being told that since Chrysler refuses to even make an attempt to repair it, that it doesn't qualify for the lemon law. I explained the problem to my father over the phone, then took him for a ride in it several weeks later to demonstrate. My father couldn't imagine that it could be that bad no matter how I tried to word it. After the demonstration my father was in total shock and disbelief. He even complained that it hurt his ears after just a few seconds of riding in the car. My point is, you have to see/hear it to fully appreciate the severity. I am willing to take anyone for a ride in the vehicle to demonstrate the problem. I've owned the car since April and have only driven it for about three weeks.