| Issue ID | 1658360 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11322529 |
| Manufacurer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
| Brand | JEEP |
| Model | PATRIOT |
| Model Year | 2008 |
| File date | 28/04/20 |
| Component | STRUCTURE:BODY |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Went for an oil change, mechanic noted the front crossmember was rusted and, should it break, my tires would fold in and engine would fall out. Jeep recalled those part on its 2007 patriots, but not on 2008, despite what seems to be several complaints about this crucial part rusting prematurely. I contacted jeep and they told me the warranty expired in 2017 (the year we purchased the vehicle) and there was nothing they could do. This is a dire matter of safety and it |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 113000 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | COLUMBIA, TN |
| VIN pattern | 1J8FF28W68DXXXXXX |
| 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 |
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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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