| Issue ID | 1565499 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11208490 |
| Manufacurer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
| Brand | JEEP |
| Model | PATRIOT 4X4 |
| Model Year | 2008 |
| File date | 08/12/18 |
| Component | SUSPENSION |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Purchased vehicle in december, complained of loose steering from day 1 nicely, inspection sticker was put on through dealerships mechanic which i later discovered was on local news for investigation of fraud like activity, reached out to credit acceptance, no results, later discovered they have past lawsuits, investigations, court rulings against them, as well as dealership having multiple business claims in ma/nh, i proceeded to bring my case to the bbb, district attorney as well, two written estimates of vehicle not being safe, still have one of two bald tires for evidence in my possession, pictures of 5 safety lights on to date, i have spent at least 500. 00 additional repairs, vehicle monthly payment, insurance, initial deposit and trade in, i am a struggling sole parent/provider that was tired of dealing with my prior vehicle, i have research to present my case including lemon law support, loan company on probation in ny and one other state, i desperately need assistance in this circumstance as i am employed with amazon flex subcontracting and needing reliability, i struggle with writing so hopefully this message is an example of why manufacturers should be learning from their mistakes, not keeping horribly dangerous vehicles for resale, and i |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 59000 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | LONDONDERRY, NH |
| VIN pattern | 1J8FF28W77DXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | N |
| Was part original equipment? | |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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| Vehicle speed | 30 |
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