Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2015 Jeep Patriot owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
When the ABS wheel sensor detaches from it's mounting point on the transaxle (i.e. from rust) but is still in proximity to the tone wheel, the intermittent signals sent to the ABS system causes unpredictable, uncontrolled application of the brakes while driving. This could very likely cause an accident as the car will brake without the brake lights illuminating resulting in a following vehicle crashing into the car. Also, unexpected braking could easily cause loss of control of the vehicle. There were yellow (not red) warning lights on the instrument cluster indicating that there was a problem with the ABS/Anti-skid / 4WD drive system. The warning lights appeared several days before the braking behavior was observed.
Traction control brake light and ABS light all on at the same time took it to a honest mechanic mechanic shop and they said it was the ABS control module internal malfunction check engine light also came on
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 Jeep Patriot. The contact stated that while driving at 40 MPH and avoiding a crash with a vehicle in front, the brake pedal was depressed and the brakes seized. In addition, the steering wheel was difficult to maneuver in order to veer to the side. As a result, the contact crashed into the rear of the vehicle in front. The air bags failed to deploy. There was a police report filed. The contact sustained neck and right shoulder injuries which required medical attention. The vehicle was towed and deemed destroyed. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 10,000.
Statrting on 23. May, 2018 my vehicle started randomly dying while driving. This is a complete loss of propulsion, the rpms drop to zero and the car completely stops running. The only way to get the vehicle moving again when it does start is to completely stop, place the vehicle in park and start the vehicle again. The vehicle has no preference or indication of when it is going to do this, so far it has died while pulling into traffic, driving down the freeway at 60 miles an hour, turning into a parking stall in a busy mall parking, while climbing hills and while going down hills. This information was given to FCA along with the mileage which is roughly 37800 miles. …
Since I purchased the car in 2016 the brakes keep making this loud sound and I have take to the dealer twice who told me nothing was wrong with it. So then I decided to take it to another shop who then told me it was my front and back brackes and rotors but car is not that old. So I went ahead and just paid to replace it to be safe and two days after this work was done it gave me the same sound and now they are tell me this is how it is supposed to sound. I have heard other jeeps just like mine make that same noise so I wonder if this is a issue with all the 2015 Jeep patriots. It happens when I's trying to stop the car then it gives me that sound and sometimes when I'm driving I still can here the squealing sound. I know this is not normal at all.
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 Jeep Patriot. While traveling approximately 65 MPH, the brake pedal was applied and did not respond in enough time to stop the vehicle. As a result, the vehicle crashed into the side of a truck and the front passenger side air bag did not deploy. The contact sustained injuries to the chest and both hands were swollen which required medical attention. The vehicle was destroyed and towed to a yard. A police report was filed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and was unable to complete an investigation to determine the failure. The failure mileage was not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 Jeep Patriot. The contact stated that the vehicle made an abnormal noise when turning and braking. The failure occurred without warning. Ziegler Chrysler Dodge Ram, 3939 stadium dr, kalamazoo, mi 49008) was contacted; however, the dealer only performed an alignment and tire rotation, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 26,000.
My brakes made a loud noise and I did replace them but in rain I hair loud noise again also when I turn my wheel to the left I hear a clunck noise at times I also took my car to get oil change and a complete look over my car and I was told my lower left arm control is bad I dont understand because every dealer and car service I spoke with said 2015 Jeep or any car shouldnt have problem with left control arm it is to new
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 Jeep Patriot. While reversing, an abnormal squeaking sound emitted from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer on four separate occasions where the brake pads and rotors were replaced, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and refused to service the vehicle again. The failure mileage was 5,367.
I bought my 2015 Jeep Patriot on July 4, 2020. Every since I've had my truck, there has been problems. I have taken my truck to 4 mechanics and they can't seem to find a problem. Also the dealership that I got the truck from has not even tried to contact me back about them fixing it for me. I'm stuck with a vehicle that doesn't work at this point.
Brake complaints in other Patriot years
Frequently asked questions
How common are brake problems on the 2015 Jeep Patriot?
NHTSA has 20 complaints about the brakes of the 2015 Jeep Patriot, 6% of the model year's 315 complaints.
Is there a recall for 2015 Jeep Patriot brake problems?
No. NHTSA lists no brakes recall for the 2015 Jeep Patriot, though it has 1 recall for other components. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 2015 Jeep Patriot brake problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 20,000 miles, and 58% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 3 crashes, 0 fires and 3 injuries to brakes problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.