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Driving normal then suddenly power loss, jeep went into acceleration then loss of power, the ETC, traction control, and check engine lights came on, got a uo4o1 code, I was on the interstate with my son in the car. We were lucky to exit before horrible consequences. The electronic throttle control was bad.
Driving normal when i lost control of the throttle jeep went into limp mode, the ETC, traction control, and check engine lights came on, got a uo4o1 code, if i was on the interstate could have been bad when it went into limp mode, the electronic throttle control was bad
Lightning bolt symbol, check engine light and traction control lights came on and vehicle went into limp mode while taking my 3 yr old to pre school. Scans say vacuum leak/throttle body. This is a recurrent problem with these cars and has had recalls on certain ones. Almost didnt make it where i was going... Needs to be addresses on this model too. My car only has 76,721 miles.
while driving multiple warning lights on the dashboard come on. at times the vehicle will stall and I have to wait 10-15 minutes before it will restart. at times the anti-theft system will wngage causing all interior components and dash lights to go out, i then have to pull over, disconnect the battery and pull the ignition fuse to reset the anti-theft system, after waiting approximately 15 minutes the vehicle will start and operate normally. while driving at times the vehicle will suddenly jerk very hard feeling like I hit a large speed bump, the warning lights on the dash will all come on briefly and the vehicle will resume driving normally. at times the vehicle stalls while idling. while driving with the accelerator pressed the fog lights will flash and the inerior fan will blow at a decreased speed, once the accelerator is released the fog lights glow normally and the interior fan will blow correctly until the vehicle slows below 18 mph at which time the interior fan will again decrease in functioning. this also affects the adapter and charging of my phone as it will not charge properly while plugged into the aux adapter. I believe there is some sort of electrical malfunction. I have replaced the vehicles ECM and crankshaft position sensor, and I am considering replacing the throttle position sensor and throttle pedal assembly. There are no active recalls listed for this vehicle at this time, although any one of these issues could potentially cause an accident with injuries especially on wet or icy road conditions, and given this vehicle is front wheel drive the temporary jolting from whatever is causing the vehicle issues could potentially cause a lose of control resulting in an accident. It should be noted that all of these issues began at approximately the same time period, and after reading through otgher complaints it would appear that there is some sort of significant electrical malfunction in these vehicles. Thank You for looking into this matter.
The Electronic Throttle Body has failed 3 times in 3 years. Each time it caused issued with the traction control, stability control, and precrash systems and others that require torque management, causing us to pull and making it unsafe to drive.. 2014 Jeep Patriot bought: 1/10/2015 | Electronic Throttle Body Assembly (Chrysler) first replaced/purchased: $385 1/19/2021 | Warranty replacement: August 2021 | purchased replacement (Techsmart/Standard Motor Products): $494.88 4/14/2022
- Austin, TX, USA
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Vehicle occasionally makes a clicking sound in the dash by steering column. Only lasts few seconds. Happens when you either use key fob to unlock door (not even in vehicle yet) or when you start vehicle. Vehicle is usually not running when this happens. Also, several times my headlights came on for no reason the past few weeks draining the battery. Keys were hanging up in house when it happened!
The "gate" light will come on and off and so will the all the lights in the vehicle and it will do it off and on. I am not paying to fix it. I never had a problem with it before and I've had this Jeep for almost a year. I was in a hit and run in August and my Jeep didn't do this until I got it back about a week afterwards.
Driver stood outside the vehicle with it running and in parked position. A child in the back seat grabbed the gear shifter and was able to shift vehicle into the drive position causing a minor collision.
The exhaust manifolds seem to be cracking in the same place. But the most popular issues is the red lightning bolt- check engine light(U0401)- and the traction controlf lights come on the dash and the car is stuck in "limp mode" and everyone is saying on Jeep site that its the throttle body and then some still have problems after that. I saw online there is a recall for the breaks, the engine in 2013, and the airbags and seat belt on the passenger side but I go to all the official sites and when I use my VIN the only recall is for the seatbelt. Please help
While driving in motion on a highway, since then and going forward it throws same lights on cluster each 1/4 mile!!! my vehicle throws a few warning lights on the instrument cluster(E.T.C.aka electronic throttle control, traction control, and check engine.) the vehicle starts to sputter and completely comes to a stall. I pull over as safe as I can and turn engine off then back on only to see no lights except check engine. Tried to drive home remaining short distance only to get same lights thrown on instrument cluster then sputters and stalls out.
Engine stalled, electrical system light and check engine light came on car randomly accelerated and decelerated similar to previous posts about the issues on 2014 Jeep Patriot
The dashboard starting on the passenger side all the way over to the steering column caught fire and melted the entire dashboard.I parked my car around 9pm and went back out around 11:30pm to get something out and found my dashboard completely melted. I was told by the fire company that because the windows were all closed tightly the fire smothered itself. I had to have it towed to the body shop and they called and told me it was an electrical fire. My car was totaled.
I have to protest to call stability control to be safe device. In over 120 000 miles on the tiers I replaced if remember right: 6 sets of breaks sets, 5 new new rotors, 2 calipers breaks assemble, front house breaks line. Driving on the straight highway the vehicle suddenly engage the breaks at random. Some time making me see sick. I remember driving 60 miles an hour the brakes engage nearly pushed me in to another car. Recently travel to mouton regain. The breaks slowing me down. For no know cause. I noticed danger pater too. When I make a turn in the winding road, the car is getting extremely dangers. The car braking down when I intend to accelerate. This collision of interest resulting in: My transmission is down steps good, the RPM go to extreme. First from 1,500 race to 2000 then 3000 then 5000 slowing down the car. When finely breaks are released it kick like a mule trying to force me of the route. Don't know way any one need that tip of traction control?. this is my second vehicle in the row, that have computer problem to. Random action on in and out components. The last one Dodge acclaim forced to trade in because computer replacement did not solved problem, I tested ABS breaks on slow speed. It was only a test 10 miles an hour. I end up I ditch. It was a winter snow. Only a test, miner damage to plastic fender. Is it passable to return to regular breaks, that work. The engine control unit prohibit that action sanction by state inspection. ( no inspection can be pass when warning light is on). Can any way I can get replacement for: Generic computer" generic breaks system? maybe I can get waive for installation of that system" I am a industrial mechanic by trade and passion. Can easy wired any components I need. [xxx]. information redacted pursuant to the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).
I had all the issues that was stated in the recalls but my VIN number wasnt part of recall I am on my thrid motor replaced and electrical still isnt working properly I purchased brand new 2014 and within first year needed new engine when ifiled complaint nothing was done by Jeep or dealer, just replaced the engin last month now the alternator needs replacing and transmission blew yesterday all of these issues happened while I was driving
Started off by acting as though it wasnt getting gas, (puttering, etc.) had battery checked. Now sounds as though it is stuck in gear. Several mechanics have verified previous recalls on this Jeep due to the pulley on alternator. Unsafe to drive and suggested no too.im a single mom with 4 boys and need to be at work but have to be at work. Would need help please!
The contact owns a 2014 Jeep Patriot. While driving at 45 mph and making a left turn the vehicle decelerated without warning. The accelerator pedal was depressed however, the vehicle failed to respond. The vehicle was turned off and back on however, the vehicle failed to exceed 20 mph while driving. The vehicle was taken to (O'reilly Chevrolet 6160 E broadway blvd, tucson, AZ 85711 (520) 829-3876) where it was diagnosed and it was determined that the transmission was defective and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired the vehicle was then taken to (larry H. miller Dodge Ram tucson 4220 E 22nd St, tucson, AZ 85711 (520) 395-9311) to be diagnosed. It was determined that the electric throttle body control failed and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximate 80,100.
When I am driving on the freeway or street the car seems that wants to stop and feel that is loosing power; than it does like a jumper and keep going and it has happened many times. The dealer seems that do not find anything. Also the back door of the car keep getting lock and not able to open
Driving at approx. 40 mph, dash lights came on pwoer train skid warning, 4WD, lightning icon power dropped unable to go more than 20 mph extremely unsafe
I was driving with my 2 small children home when out of no where my check engine light came on, my "lightning bolt light" came on and my "fish tail" light came on then my engine stalled in middle of the road. Thankfully we were not on a busy road. But I normally am driving the interstate for work. (I work with people with disabilities, including having them in my vehicle.) the code is letting me know the throttle body control is bad. I looked up recalls and 2014 Jeep Patriots have this recall. But my VIN specifically does not. Therefore I'm not sure if a dealership will cover it. It could have been a devastating accident if we had been on a busy road.
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- Denton, TX, USA