2008 Jeep Compass 4X4 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Compass 4X4 years
- Not enough data 2nd of 3 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 47 complaints with NHTSA about the 2008 Jeep Compass 4X4. That ranks 2nd out of 3 Compass 4X4 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is suspension (22 complaints, 47%), typically at around 50,000 miles. Complaints mention 4 fires. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 47owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2008 Jeep Compass 4X4 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 22 | 47% | 50,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 11 | 23% | 50,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 6 | 13% | 116,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 6 | 13% | 104,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 5 | 11% | 104,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 3 | 6% | 80,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 2 | 4% | 76,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 4% | 60,750 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 4% | 21,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 2 | 4% | 70,545 | — | — |
| Wheels | 2 | 4% | 54,487 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 2% | 65,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 2% | 79,000 | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 2% | 80,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 2% | 171,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2008 Jeep Compass 4X4 recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2008 Jeep Compass 4X4.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Severe noise and frame rusted out!
The rear end was making a clunking noise. Took it into a mechanic who informed me the rear frame was rusted through and was close to breaking. He had to secure the rear end to the frame with ratchet straps to allow me to drive it to a mechanic who could fix it. Only one bolt secured the rear end to…
Within 2 minutes after pumping gas car stalls and steering wheel locks and car shuts off. This happens at any situation after pumping whether stationary, in motion, on a city street or a highway, turning. This has happened on multiple occasions.
When the gas tank is filled/topped off the car randomly stalls while driving. The car steering locks up and is very dangerous in traffic. It happens until the gas tank is less than full.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 jeep compass 4x4. When the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for a wheel alignment, the technician discovered that the frame of the vehicle was completely rusted. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer was not…
Other Jeep Compass 4X4 years
← 2007 Compass 4X4 · 2009 Compass 4X4 →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 Compass 4X4 | 15 | 0 |
| 2008 | 47 | 0 |
| 2007 Compass 4X4 | 156 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Jeep Compass 4X4?
Owners most often report suspension, steering, fuel/propulsion system problems. The top one, suspension, accounts for 22 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2008 Jeep Compass 4X4?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2008 Jeep Compass 4X4 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Compass 4X4 model years, the 2008 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.