Steering Related Problems of the 2011 Jeep Patriot

Table 1 shows three common steering related problems of the 2011 Jeep Patriot. The number one most common problem is related to the steering (17 problems). The second most common problem is related to the steering tie rod assembly (one problem).

Table 1. Steering related problems of Jeep Patriot


Recently reported Steering problems of the 2011 Jeep Patriot

The Steering problem

Vehicle is known to have an issue with rusting subframe/crossmembers . Warranty on this vehicle was extended. (service bulletin 23-007-17, x69 warranty extension) however upon multiple dealer visits and requesting inspection was not notified that issue was happening. Approximately 1.   Read details...

The Steering Tie Rod Assembly problem

Takata recall: I had a repair done to my Jeep Patriot two weeks ago. The repairs were over 800$. I had to have the two front control arms, ball joints, and tie rods replaced. As I was driving to work, I lost steering and now not able to drive my vehicle.   Read details...

The Lose Power Steering problem

Problem recurring on highway and city streets. At all speeds from idle to 75 mph. The latest was on highway driving 75 mph car dropped down to 30 mph and then stalled causing me to lose power steering and braking and almost an accident.   Read details...


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