Emissions Recall U67 - Catalytic Converter Efficiency - Dealer Notification (Revision 11)
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2013 Jeep Patriot engine problems
moderate Owners of the 2013 Jeep Patriot have filed 16 NHTSA complaints about the engine, typically surfacing around 60,000 miles at roughly $3,100 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See engine across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
16
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$3,100
| Model year | engine complaints |
|---|---|
| 2009 Patriot | 26 |
| 2010 Patriot | 11 |
| 2011 Patriot | 41 |
| 2012 Patriot | 59 |
| 2013 Patriot (this page) | 16 |
| 2014 Patriot | 67 |
| 2015 Patriot | 41 |
| 2016 Patriot | 126 |
| 2017 Patriot | 4 |
When does it fail?
Of the 16 engine complaints filed for the 2013 Jeep Patriot, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 0-25,000 mi.
0-25k
25-50k
50-75k
75-100k
100-125k
125-150k
150k+
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
No new NHTSA engine complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 6 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering engine on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
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full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
The failure pattern owners describe
Owners report unpredictable engine stalling at various speeds—from 35 mph in traffic to 70 mph on the highway—often leaving drivers stranded without power steering or brakes. Stalling typically occurs during normal driving, after climbing hills, or when the fuel tank is less than half full. Several owners describe the engine cutting out without warning and refusing to restart for extended periods; at least one owner's dealership attributed the stall to a fuel-system design flaw similar to a 2012-model recall that apparently wasn't fixed in 2013 models.
A second cluster involves overheating after 20–30 miles of highway driving with air conditioning running, causing significant power loss and forcing drivers to limp at 20–30 mph. Engine skipping and rough running precede some stalls, even when dealerships initially find no fault.
Catalytic converter failures appear in multiple narratives. Owners report check-engine lights, loss of power, fuel smell, egg odors, and excessive exhaust heat. One owner noted the converter failure caused a bumper to melt. Several owners state their vehicles qualify for a prior recall but were not included.
One owner mentions a throttle body replacement at under 50,000 miles, citing it as a recurring pattern. Transmission failure and power-loss issues also appear, though less clearly tied to a specific failure mode.
Most owners were unable to get repairs completed before complaint filing; some dealerships refused to service without an illuminated warning light.
Same Jeep Patriot engine reports on nearby years: 2011 · 2012 · 2014 · 2015 · 2016
Failure modes owners describe
Engine stalling—random/recurrent
Engine shuts off without warning during normal highway or city driving, at speeds ranging from 35–70 mph. Vehicle will not restart for 30 minutes to 2 hours, then may start normally at a dealership. Occurs dozens of times from week one of ownership. Loss of power steering and brakes during stall events.
When: From first week of ownership; 19,000–23,000 miles in some cases
Symptoms owners cite: Abrupt engine shutoff without warning; Vehicle will not restart immediately; Loss of power steering; Loss of power brakes; Random recurrence makes diagnosis difficult
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: One dealership cited a 2012-model recall for a similar fuel-system design flaw; suggested the 2013 model has the same unresolved issue.
Engine overheating under load
Engine overheats after 20–30 miles of highway driving, particularly when air conditioning is in use. Overheating triggers limp-mode, reducing power and speed to 20–30 mph, making it unsafe to exit the freeway. Problem persists across multiple repair attempts by independent mechanics and dealerships, none of whom could identify the root cause. Began shortly after vehicle purchase.
When: Shortly after 2013 purchase; 15,000 miles when first detected
Symptoms owners cite: Engine temperature gauge rises abnormally; Vehicle power drops drastically; Speed reduced to 20–30 mph involuntarily; Multiple stops required on longer trips (9 stops for 70-mile trip); Unsafe loss of speed during highway driving
Repairs/costs cited: Multiple independent mechanics and dealerships unable to diagnose or repair.
Catalytic converter failure
Check-engine light illuminates; diagnostic testing reveals catalytic converter failure, often occurring before 100,000 miles. Owners report loss of power, fuel smell, egg odors, and sluggish acceleration. At least one instance involved excessive exhaust heat melting the vehicle bumper. Several owners note their vehicles should fall under a prior recall but were not included.
When: 33,000–93,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Check-engine light illumination; Loss of power and acceleration; Egg odor from exhaust; Excessive fuel consumption; Sluggish or poor acceleration; Burning smell; Excessive exhaust heat (bumper melting in one case)
Codes mentioned: Catalytic converter below threshold (Bank 1)
Repairs/costs cited: Oxygen sensor and catalytic converter replacement performed in one case; failure recurred after repair.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Multiple owners report dealerships are confused why their vehicles do not appear in a catalytic converter recall despite matching make, model, year, and engine size. One dealership stated the problem is common in Patriots.
Engine skipping and rough running
Owner reports engine skipping/hesitation 4 weeks before stalling began. Dealership initially found no fault despite complaints. Skipping progressed to stalling episodes. Dealership advised waiting for a check-engine light to appear before diagnosis.
When: 6 months into ownership
Symptoms owners cite: Engine skipping; Rough running; Progressing to stalling
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Dealership declined diagnosis without illuminated warning light.
Throttle body failure
Owner reports throttle body replacement required before 50,000 miles and cites it as a recurring problem in Jeep vehicles.
When: Under 50,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Unspecified failure requiring throttle body replacement
Repairs/costs cited: Throttle body replacement
Synthesized from 16 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Jeep patriot. The contact stated that the check engine indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the catalytic converter needed to be repaired. The contact called an unknown Chrysler dealer in mercer, pa. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and provided case number: 71571100. The…
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Jeep patriot. While driving 35 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact was unable to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to doan Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram Fiat (located at 4477 w ridge rd, rochester, ny 14626, (585) 352-6600) where it was diagnosed that the oxygen sensor and catalytic converter needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the…
Had engine trouble with your 2013 Jeep Patriot?
File a complaint with NHTSA → It's free, official, and how every report above got here — owner filings are the federal safety record this page is built on.
Common questions
How serious is the engine problem on the 2013 Jeep Patriot?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 16 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $3,100 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the engine typically fail?
Across the 12 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most engine failures cluster between 33,000 and 90,000 miles, with the median around 60,000. A quarter of owners report trouble before 33,000; a quarter make it past 90,000. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $3,100 for engine repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to engine?
No active recalls currently cover engine issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2013/Jeep/Patriot.
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