Table 1 shows one common wheel related problems of the 2017 Jeep Patriot.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Wheel problems |
Going to pennsylvania from georgia, wheels locked and abs, traction and 4 wheel drive light came on. Speed limit was 70, my car just locked the wheels. Went to a dealer got problem fixed. Then coming back from florida on 5/ 25/2019. Same thing happen again. This time the wheels locked and I slid until the car stopped. I'm a disabled veteran, have seen unsafe things. This is going to kill someone. The mechanics tell me Jeep knows this is happening. God help us that drive these vechiles. To poor to buy a new one.
The contact owns a 2017 Jeep Patriot. While driving 65 mph, the steering wheel vibrated and the vehicle pulled to the right after a stop. Also, the tire pressure warning indicator was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to kunes country Chrysler Dodge Jeep ram of oregon, 601 gale street, oregon, IL 61061) where it was diagnosed with a bent rim. The exact rim was unknown; however, it was replaced. The contact stated that the failure persisted and the vehicle was taken back to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the front passenger side lower control arm was bent. The control arm and axle shaft were replaced; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer a third time and was awaiting diagnoses. The contact mentioned that the headlights were also turned towards the ground and the dealer adjusted the direction and replaced the passenger side head lamp. The contact also stated that she was informed by the dealer of a blown tire belt that was replaced, but was unaware of which tire. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failures. The failure mileage was approximately 3,300.