2008 Jeep Patriot
1J8FFF8W88D614859
Vehicle record for the 2008 Jeep Patriot (VIN 1J8FFF8W88D614859). Black, wagon / suv, gasoline / lpg. Registered in Khmelnytskyi. 1 NHTSA recall campaign for this model year. Free specifications, registration region and recall data.
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At a glance
Vehicle identity & specifications
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What's a 2008 Jeep Patriot worth?
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U.S. EPA fuel-economy estimates for the 2008 Jeep Patriot.
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 6 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages. Actual mileage varies with trim and driving conditions.
Crash-test safety ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2008 Jeep Patriot.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program, tested as the 2008 Jeep Patriot 4-DR. w/SAB. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2008 Jeep Patriot costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
Dimensions & weight
Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2008 Jeep Patriot. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.
Investigations & service bulletins
NHTSA defect investigations 1
Engine stall after refueling Closed
NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) evaluated this petition by 1) reviewing the Vehicle Owner Questionnaire (VOQ) reports (i.e., complaints) submitted to the Agency, 2) reviewing the manufacturer's response to an Information Request letter the Agency produced, and 3) reviewing the investigative files for two prior Agency actions, specifically PE13-016 and DP14-002, both of which involved the same alleged de…
NHTSA #DP17002 · Fuel System, Other · opened Mar 2017 · closed Oct 2017An investigation means NHTSA is examining a possible defect — it is not a recall, and many close without one.
Manufacturer service bulletins 54
Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be free. Showing the 10 most recent of 54.
Verify Reman part number availability. Order the "R" part number for all orders: Warranty, Mopar, customer pay and service contract. Order "68" part number for New unsold units only.
Bulletin 9100645 · Aug 2025Verify Reman part number availability. Order the "R" part number for all orders: Warranty, Mopar, customer pay and service contract. Order "68" part number for New unsold units only.
Bulletin 9100653 · Aug 2025ACTUATOR - A/C AND HEATER
Bulletin 103954 · Apr 2025ACTUATOR - A/C AND HEATER
Bulletin 104087 · Apr 2025Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is an error with the wiring diagrams in Service Library that is causing the incorrect repair…
Bulletin 9100226 · Electrical System · Sep 2023Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is an error with the wiring diagrams in Service Library that is causing the incorrect repair…
Bulletin 9100226 · Electrical System · Sep 2023KEY, BLANK WITH TRANSMITTER Please note that after programming the new key integrated transmitter that Lock, Unlock and Remote Start will all function as expected but the Remote Start Cancel button requires a double (2x) button press versus the original single…
Bulletin 9004378 · Electrical System · May 2021KEY, BLANK WITH TRANSMITTER Please note that after programming the new key integrated transmitter that Lock, Unlock and Remote Start will all function as expected but the Remote Start Cancel button requires a double (2x) button press versus the original single…
Bulletin 9004378 · Parking Brake, Seat Belts · May 2021Transmission Kit with Torque Converter 1. All Promaster (VF) 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles. If the transmission bracket to the transmission case fasteners are removed during servicing, the fasteners (Part Number 06511385A$) are one-time usage. Vehicles built pri…
Bulletin 9004009 · Power Train · Apr 2021THROTTLE BODY For clarification, only use 68414676A$ on 2010 & earlier vehicles as supply is limited.
Bulletin 9004268 · Fuel System, Gasoline · Jun 2020Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the PATRIOT FWD/4WD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.
Canadian recalls 1
Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2008 Jeep Patriot. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.
Label
Certain vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of CMVSS 208 - Occupant Restraint Systems. The bilingual airbag visor warning labels may not have been installed during vehicle assembly. Correction: Owners will be provided with labels and installation instructions.
Transport Canada #2007358 · Nov 2007Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.
About the Jeep Patriot
The Jeep Patriot (MK74) is a front-engine five-door compact crossover SUV manufactured and marketed by Jeep, having debuted with the Jeep Compass in April 2006 at the New York Auto Show for the 2007 model year. Both cars, as well as the Dodge Caliber, shared the GS platform, differentiated by their styling and marketing, with the Patriot exclusively offering a four-wheel drive system, marketed as Freedom Drive II.
From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.
Safety recall campaigns 1
EQUIPMENT
MARATHON IS RECALLING CERTAIN SEAT COVERS, BRAND SUPERHIDES WITH PART NUMBERS 593, 594, 578, 960, 228, 228-09, 267-08, 333, 625, AND 630, SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE SEAT COVERS ARE MADE OF HEAVIER THREAD AND ARE NOT COMPATIBLE WITH SEATS CONTAINING SIDE AIRBAGS. THE HEAVIER SEAT COVER COULD INTERFERE WITH FULL DEPLOYMENT OF THE AIRBAG IN THE EVENT O…
Remedy: MARATHON WILL NOTIFY OWNERS OF RECORD AND REPLACE THE SEAT COVER FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 14, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MARATHON AT 1-800-735-2769.
NHTSA Campaign #10E043000 · NHTSA lists this under Patriot Fwd · 03/09/2010Note: recall data comes from the U.S. NHTSA and covers the US-market version of this model. A car registered in Ukraine may have different campaigns — check with the manufacturer's local importer.
These are NHTSA recall campaigns for this model year, last checked 8 Oct 2026. They don't show whether this particular car has had the repair done — check this VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.
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Common problems & what to inspect
Based on all 446 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2008 Jeep Patriot, here are the most-reported problem areas — and what to check before you buy.
💥 7 involved a crash 🔥 4 involved a fire 🚑 3 reported injuries
🔍 Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
🔍 Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
🔍 Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
🔍 Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
🔍 Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
🔍 Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Pre-purchase checklist
- Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
- Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
- Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
- Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
- Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
- Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
- Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.
Owner complaints 446
Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2008 Jeep Patriot.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
The contact owns a 2008 Jeep Patriot. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the ABS, EBS, and traction control warning lights were illuminated. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 06V493000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The failure mileage was approximately 10…
NHTSA ODI #11762847FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
The vehicle stalls after a gas fill up. Daughter was stuck in traffic. No Power steering, brakes, etc. Started back up. very dangerous. This has happened after every fill up.
NHTSA ODI #11545626ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Car stalls after fill up. NUMEROUS online Jeep forums have noted this issue for years. There seems to be an issue with the “vapor canister”. Recall was apparently issued for 2011 model - but not older models. It is intermittent yet consistent problem over past few months. Please note that an Engine stall leaves steering wheel LOCKED and unable to maneuver…
NHTSA ODI #11533262ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Water leaks in through the sunroof and top racks and leaks out the dome lights inside of the car
NHTSA ODI #11526803SUSPENSION
My 2008 Jeep Patriot with 100,000 miles on it both front and rear subframes are completely rotted and unsafe I need some help I can't afford all this repair I'm disabled I'm working with my local mechanic I need you guys to help pay for some of this
NHTSA ODI #11515201SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE
Front and rear crossmembers are rusted through. Replaced front subframe for $1008.00 in 2021. Available for inspection. Could come to a complete stop if it breaks. Confirmed by independent service center. Not inspected yet. Front squeak heard 2021. Rear squeak heard 2022. This is my 2nd jeep patriot & both jeeps front & rear crossmembers are rusted through b…
NHTSA ODI #11475470ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
UNKNOWN After I fill up on gas at different stations I had the car sputter and die after filling up til the nozzle stopped itself went to go start the car the first time it happened I got maybe half a mile down the road and stopped at a light and the car died. The second time I was at another gas station and I forgot to shut the car off because it was freez…
NHTSA ODI #11463766AIR BAGS
My airbag light on the dash board comes on and will not go away. I have had it twice reset and it does NOT go away. I was told that Jeep recalled their models but I cannot find a recall for the Patriot model. Why would all of their other models be recalled and not the Patriot? Does not make sense. 2008 Jeep Patriot.
NHTSA ODI #11441454+ 438 more complaints on record.
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1J8FFF8W88D614859 is a structurally valid 17-character VIN with a correct ISO 3779 check digit, assigned to a manufacturer in United States. It decodes to the 2008 Jeep Patriot.
Are there safety recalls on the 2008 Jeep Patriot?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2008 Jeep Patriot model year. That covers the model year, not this individual car: to see whether a specific vehicle still needs a recall repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.
What is a fair price for a 2008 Jeep Patriot?
Comparable 2008 Jeep Patriot listings run roughly $3,200–$7,600, typically around $5,341 (from 185 comparable vehicles). The full report shows this exact VIN's valuation.
What is the 2008 Jeep Patriot safety rating?
NHTSA gives the 2008 Jeep Patriot crash-test ratings of frontal 4★, side 5★, rollover 4★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).
What fuel economy does the 2008 Jeep Patriot get?
The 2008 Jeep Patriot has U.S. EPA estimates of 21–25 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (6 versions).
Recall data checked 8 Oct 2026 · Sources: NHTSA (recalls & complaints), U.S. EPA (fuel economy), NHTSA vPIC (specifications). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.