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Driving normal then suddenly power loss, jeep went into acceleration then loss of power, the ETC, traction control, and check engine lights came on, got a uo4o1 code, I was on the interstate with my son in the car. We were lucky to exit before horrible consequences. The electronic throttle control was bad.
Driving normal when i lost control of the throttle jeep went into limp mode, the ETC, traction control, and check engine lights came on, got a uo4o1 code, if i was on the interstate could have been bad when it went into limp mode, the electronic throttle control was bad
Lightning bolt symbol, check engine light and traction control lights came on and vehicle went into limp mode while taking my 3 yr old to pre school. Scans say vacuum leak/throttle body. This is a recurrent problem with these cars and has had recalls on certain ones. Almost didnt make it where i was going... Needs to be addresses on this model too. My car only has 76,721 miles.
Rollover valve in fuel tank sticks, causing gas pump to constantly shut off when filling tank. It is a known issue to Jeep/Chrysler, but they will not issue recall for the Jeep Patriot.
I believe the roll over safety valve inside the gas tank is faulty, and have noticed many others having the same issue in forums. The vehicle will not accept fuel, and acts as if it is full. Sometimes if you hit the bottom of the fuel tank with a rubber mallet, the valve will unstick and accept fuel again for a short while.
- Boise, ID, USA
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As my wife was heading to a doctor's appointment the electronic throttle body failed while she was on a busy highway during rush hour. The car had 51,524 miles on it. This is the second time that this part has failed. The first time was a little less than 40,000 miles. When this fails the vehicle loses power and becomes a rear-end collision hazard. I also own a 2016 Jeep Patriot and its throttle body failed at a little less than 40,000 miles.
After filling up my vehicle the car studders and stop in traffic. When trying to move forward by pressing the gas it won't move until I turn the car completely off. Once I restart the vehicle it moves again. This is hazardous to my family and self.
Traveling 40 mph engine misfires check engine, throttle body, and traction warning lights on. Vehicle will not accelerate. Turn off engine resets throttle body and traction control warning lights check engine light remains on vehicle accelerates normally. Check engine code = U0401 invalid data received from engine control module/powertrain control module a. 84,000 miles
Driving at approx. 40 mph, dash lights came on pwoer train skid warning, 4WD, lightning icon power dropped unable to go more than 20 mph extremely unsafe
Daughter called in panic, Jeep was unable to accept fuel while pumping. I advised her to try another pump, still same problem. Took about 15 minutes to get 5 gallons of fuel in Jeep for her to make it home. Took Jeep to dealership and stated that a shut off valve in tank had malfunctioned and gas tank needed to be replaced ($1500 parts and labor) and dealership said this was a common problem...wait what, a common problem, why is there not a recall on something like this" less than 50K miles and needs a new tank... dealership said not a safety issue??" being stuck on I95 at night not being able to get gas is a big safety issue.
During a road trip, I went to gas up my Jeep and the pump would not allow me to put gas in the car. I was 5 months pregnant stranded with no gas. I later when to several other gas stations same issue. I took it to a shop and they told me that I needed to replace the curler neck which was $180, when they installed it, the issue was not resolved. I took it to another shop and they could not fix the issue as well. I finally took it to a dealership and they mentioned it could be the fuel tank which was $1200 or the evap system which is $900 but they weren't entirely sure what the issue was either. I am currently using a gas can but the problem is getting worse because now it will only allow me to put small amount of gas even when the tank is empty.
My 2014 Jeep Patriot vehicle started to loose engine power really fast and started to jerk and slow down on it's own barely any power. Two dash trouble lights came on. A engine trouble light and a lighting bolt trouble light both came on. I immediately barely pulled the car into an empty parking lot close by. Had I been on a highway traveling a higher speed area this would have been disastrous ! I was able to shut the car off and restart the car after waiting and luckily there was an auto parts store nearby. Upon checking the dash lights with their computer unit it was determined it was a failed throttle control unit. After it was checked a day later at the local Jeep dealer it was determined the throttle unit did fail. Since I only had 20K miles but beyond the 3 year limit warranty they would not cover the expensive repair. I feel this should be a Jeep safety recall on this part because the replacement part has been modified from the original. Due to the modification I had to also purchase a new wire harness even though the older one was probably fine but wouldn't fit the newer modified replacement throttle unit. When this throttle unit fails your vehicle gets no gas so it almost shuts down immediately ! in confidence I was told by several dealer maintenance people this isn't a rare problem, but the Chrysler Jeep co. Refused to absorb any liability or payment toward this replacement repair after I contacted them. This is strange that the replacement part has been modified or updated.....why ? the original unit is defective is my guess and should be recalled on all Jeep products before a serious accident happens !
When driving my 2014 Jeep patrioit sport it suddenly kinda jerks and wants to stall like its choking. Or not getting gas. This happens on regular roads, and highways. Especially after turning even slightly. Everything I have read says there have been recalls pertaining to this. But when I look up my VIN. It says my car has no open recalls. Could it be that it was recalled and fixed incorrectly" or have U just not recalled my Jeep yet" it's pretty scary and all the mechanics who look at it, say they can't don't know what it is because nothing pops up when they hook it to diagnostic machine. It is a regular occurrence. I love my car. But lately I feel nervous driving it. For fear it will completely lose power while on busy highway. So I avoid them at all cost. Will try to invest more money to try to find the problem after tax time, but this is an issue I have never experienced befor. I wrote a date this happened in the date field because it was required. But it happens almost every time I drive. At any speed.
Throttle track and engine light come on and off. Car will not accelerate no more than 30 RPM when it happens it may also accelerate on its own when foot on break.
The contact owns a 2014 Jeep Patriot. The contact stated that the vehicle did not pass inspection because the fuel system failed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the ECM software needed to be flashed. The vehicle was taken to sansone Chrysler Jeep Dodge (100, 90 us-1, avenel, NJ 07001, (732) 815-2424) where it was diagnosed that a software update was needed. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and did not assist. The failure mileage was 53,299. The VIN was invalid.
"takata recall" I have a 2014 Jeep Patriot it has 20,456 miles. The last six month I have had repairs on fuel tank, first one last about 3 month the last one don in July 2019 lasted 2 days. I can't fill my tank. It will put a little gas in and then cut off. These repairs have cost me 125.oo ea time. This would be ok if it worked.
The roll-over check valve in the gas tank becomes stuck open and the gas tank will not fill. If the car rolls over, all the gas would spill out. The only fix according to Jeep is for me to pay $1600 for a new gas tank for a problem that happens with normal use of the car.
PCM needing to be 'updated' and now my car is stopping while driving. The battery, traction control, and engine light all went off at the same time and stopped my car. Lost control of steering and it would not go over 20mph. How dangerous!! read online that there are hundreds of the same complaints and Jeep hasn't made this a recall yet" what a shame. Pathetic. Happened 5/17/19 though this file isn't accepting 2019 dates..??"
When turning on a highway the vehicle accelerated on its own the brakes did not stop it. I almost hit a tree the vehicle slowed after hitting the isle to get off the road. The dealership said the throttle body needed to be replaced had it replaced the vehicle has 35000 miles on it very dangerous situation
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- Denton, TX, USA