One problem related to sway bar has been reported for the 2009 Jeep Patriot. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The engine cradle rusted to the point that the front sway bar broke off and the control arm was about to on 1-28-2017. It was at dick scott dealership of Plymouth mi. For a timing chain cover gasket repair on 10-6-2016. When I called the dealership to ask why I was not notified of the safety issue at that time. Butch said we do not inform customers of rust issues. I was refused any assistance with this matter from fca and informed this would be an out of pocket expense. It is unconscionable that a certified mechanic would not deem this vehicle unsafe to drive about 100 days earlier. You will see from the attached photos.