2007 Jeep Compass FWD Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Compass FWD years
- Far more complaints than other years 2nd of 4 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 20 complaints with NHTSA about the 2007 Jeep Compass FWD. That ranks 2nd out of 4 Compass FWD model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is suspension (7 complaints, 35%), typically at around 90,000 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 20owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2007 Jeep Compass FWD 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 | 7 | 35% | 90,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 4 | 20% | 61,500 | — | — |
| Structure | 4 | 20% | 122,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 3 | 15% | 17,150 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 3 | 15% | 132,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 10% | 56,920 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 5% | 171,738 | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 5% | — | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 5% | 17,150 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 5% | 51,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 5% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 5% | 104,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 5% | 35,756 | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 5% | 35,756 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 5% | 35,756 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2007 Jeep Compass FWD recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2007 Jeep Compass FWD.
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 corrosion to the frame and sub frame of the jeep compass. The front sub frame is separating from the frame and now the vehicle is unstable and unsafe to drive. There should not be this much corrosion on a 2007 vehicle of any kind.
During vehicle inspection the rear cross member was found to have rusted through. The front cross member had the same problem and was replaced in 2016 under a campaign through jeep. Not a recall though. Now two years later the rear has the same problem but it is not covered because it had a ten…
I bought this vehicle and put $423 into the front end replacing rotors, brakes, wheel bearings, hub assembly and control arm bushings only to take it to a garage to find out why it was still impossible to drive safely. I was told by two different garages that it isn't safe to drive because the…
Started hearing a lot of noises in the front end, took it to my local mechanic. He said the front cross member was rusted in 2, which was causing everything to rock. Not safe to drive. He said this has been an ongoing problem for a long time with chrysler products.
Issues with car stalling/shutting off after filling up with fuel. This often happens when car is idle or while in drive. Very dangerous and unsafe conditions, especially on busy highways. Has caused near accidents on many occasions. Issue occurred after filling up gas tank completely but then…
Other Jeep Compass FWD years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 Compass FWD | 10 | 0 |
| 2009 Compass FWD | 5 | 0 |
| 2008 Compass FWD | 32 | 0 |
| 2007 | 20 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Jeep Compass FWD?
Owners most often report suspension, electrical system, structure problems. The top one, suspension, accounts for 7 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2007 Jeep Compass FWD?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2007 Jeep Compass FWD a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Compass FWD model years, the 2007 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.