2016 Jeep Patriot Recalls: 1 Safety Recall
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2016 Jeep Patriot. Here's what each one means for a used-car buyer.
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Open recall campaign (NHTSA)
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“Park it” urgent warning
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Vehicle systems affected
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Open recalls for the 2016 Jeep Patriot
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
NHTSA 16V907000
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Dodge Journey, Jeep Compass, and Jeep Patriot vehicles manufactured May 9, 2016, to July 15, 2016. The crankshaft or camshaft sensor may only work intermittently, causing the engine to stall.
Risk: If the engine stalls, there is an increased the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the crankshaft or camshaft sensor connector, free of charge. The recall began February 8, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S89.
Reported: 16/12/2016
Is the 2016 Jeep Patriot safe to buy used?
1 open recall doesn't automatically mean you should walk away — most recalls are repaired free of charge at a dealer. What matters is whether this specific car has had the work done. An unrepaired recall is both a safety risk and real negotiating leverage: you can make the repair a condition of sale or ask for money off to cover your time.
How buyers use recall data to negotiate
- Lead with the facts. Bring the NHTSA campaign numbers to the seller — it signals you've done your homework.
- Make repair a condition. Ask the seller to complete any open recall at a dealer before you pay.
- Trade it for price. If they won't fix it, ask for money off to cover the trip and downtime.
- Verify the VIN. A full ClearVIN Buyer Brief confirms which recalls are still open on the exact car.
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Frequently asked questions
How many recalls does the 2016 Jeep Patriot have?
NHTSA lists 1 open safety recall for the 2016 Jeep Patriot. Each campaign and its remedy is listed above.
Are Jeep Patriot recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are performed free of charge at any authorized Jeep dealer, regardless of the car's age or mileage and regardless of how many owners it has had.
How do I check if a specific 2016 Jeep Patriot had its recalls fixed?
You need the car's 17-character VIN. A ClearVIN Buyer Brief looks up the exact VIN against NHTSA's database and shows which recall campaigns are still open on that individual vehicle.
Should recalls stop me from buying a used 2016 Jeep Patriot?
Not necessarily. Most recalls are quick, free dealer fixes. Use any open recall as leverage: ask the seller to complete the repair before sale, or negotiate the price down to cover it.
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