My well cared for 2012 Patriot was up for 2 year State Safety Inspection . I anticipated failure for need of CV / Axel replacement and had that repair completed. What didn’t expect was failing for rust weakened / compromised rear suspension. Was advised to either replace whole assembly or find a good welder who can weld sleeves around areas of the suspension cross support members that the station identified . Had that done at the same transmission shop that replaced my cv/axels and passed upon re-inspection. I’m told that the newer chemicals they’re treating winter roadways with up here in New England is much more corrosive to vehicle undercarriages !!!
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Yep, we've had some members reporting it.
There is a 10 year extended warranty from the first date of service for 2008-2012 for vehicles in the following states:
Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Washington, D.C., West Virginia and Wisconsin.
If you think this might apply to your vehicle you can PM JeepCares with your VIN number; they can tell you for sure.
There is a 10 year extended warranty from the first date of service for 2008-2012 for vehicles in the following states:
Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Washington, D.C., West Virginia and Wisconsin.
If you think this might apply to your vehicle you can PM JeepCares with your VIN number; they can tell you for sure.
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No idea.
All I've seen are some comments that some suppliers had perhaps used cheaper, low grade metal or the powder coating wasn't done right, surface contamination, etc. but no official announcement other than the recall.
Here's the link:
chrysler.oemdtc.com
All I've seen are some comments that some suppliers had perhaps used cheaper, low grade metal or the powder coating wasn't done right, surface contamination, etc. but no official announcement other than the recall.
Here's the link:
Front and Rear Crossmember Corrosion (X69 Warranty Extension) - 2008-2012 Dodge Caliber & Jeep Compass/Patriot | FCA
NHTSA ID Number: 10140027 Manufacturer Communication Number: 23-007-17 REV. B Summary Front And Rear Crossmember Corrosion (X69 Warranty Extension) This bulletin involves inspecting the front and rear crossmembers for perforation/rust through and if necessary, replacing the crossmember(s)...
chrysler.oemdtc.com
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I'd say check to see if you have holes rusted through. If it's rusted through you may still be covered under the 10 year warranty if you're in one of the states I listed in post #2.
Fluid Film once or twice yearly is just what I do as it can wash off over time, especially if you wheel through water and mud.
I usually go through a 12oz rattle can (about $12 at Advance Auto) or close to it each year spraying the sub frames inside and out as well as the coil springs and other suspension parts.
It's a bit messy and smelly but it's better than doing a replacement.
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