Jeep Compass 4X4 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 218 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file for the Jeep Compass 4X4, across 3 model years (2007–2009). The 2007 model year has the most complaints (156). The most reported problem area overall is suspension.
Jeep Compass 4X4 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Compass 4X4 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2007 Compass 4X4: 156 complaints, 1 recall
- 2008 Compass 4X4: 47 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2009 Compass 4X4: 15 complaints, 0 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Jeep Compass 4X4 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension problems | 103 | 3 | 2 |
| Steering | 48 | 3 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 42 | 3 | 1 |
| Structure | 29 | 3 | 0 |
| Power Train | 19 | 3 | 1 |
| Engine | 13 | 3 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 12 | 3 | 0 |
| Wheels | 9 | 3 | 0 |
| Tires | 7 | 3 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Equipment | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Jeep Compass 4X4 problems by model year
Problem areas with enough reports for their own page.
- 2007: suspension (76)
All Jeep Compass 4X4 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 Compass 4X4 | 15 | 0 | — | Suspension | |
| 2008 Compass 4X4 | 47 | 0 | — | Suspension | |
| 2007 Compass 4X4 | 156 | 1 | — | Suspension |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Jeep Compass 4X4 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2007 (156), 2008 (47), 2009 (15). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Jeep Compass 4X4?
Suspension, with 103 complaints across 3 model years.
How many recalls does the Jeep Compass 4X4 have?
1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.