No problems to date, ratings given will increase or decrease as ownership continues.
I find the plastic used is no cheaper then my previous vehicle's except the thick covering on the gear shift which popped when changing gears. Solution was to push it down the shaft as much as possible so all corners were bent in. No more popping.
Very roomy compared to my Vue, however the transmission itself although no problems with it is not as responsive as my other previous cars. The gears are closer together so it's easy to hit 5th instead of 3rd and unless the clutch is fully depressed reverse will not always engage properly.
The wrangler tires are pricey, $250.00 per in Canada, already had to replace one and another has a very slow leak.
Only other annoyance is that the vents are limited as to how high you can aim the air flow. I prefer not to have it directly at me, but above me and they are limited as to up/down positioning.
Good news is that I will receive $1,000.00 from the Canadian Government for purchasing the patriot due to it's fuel efficiency.
Up to 20,000 kms now and did have to have the Air Sensor changed already. These should last at least 100,000 kms. Also had to have a rear brake re-aligned as it was installed incorrectly by the manufacturer. I am having the Drivers seat brackets changed as it has jumped out of position 4 times while I was driving and this is a safety issue. My opinion of the standard transmission has not really changed, I have owned better, this one really seems to be lacking quality. I still enjoy driving this vehicle, but will continue to monitor it for workmanship, and expense of ownership.
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