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Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Safety Reports and Reviews



Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Reviews



Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Air Bags Frontal

Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Air Bags Frontal Review #10340790

JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008 car safety problem was reported on June 20, 2010.JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008, manufactured by CHRYSLER GROUP LLC had a problem with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL . tl* the contact owns a 2008 jeep compass. she stated that the air bag light illuminated intermitently off and on and there was a smell of wire melting. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who advised that the airbag detonator was defective and needed to be replaced. the vehicle had not been repaired. the manufacturer was contacted and advised the contact that there was no recall for the failure. the failure and current mileages were 72,000..Vehicle was on fire. Mileage was 72000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1J8FF47W87D. Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 problem was reported in HOQUIAM, WA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Power Train Automatic Transmission

Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Power Train Automatic Transmission Review #10348721

JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008 car safety problem was reported on Nov 10, 2009.JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008, manufactured by CHRYSLER GROUP LLC had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . tl*the contact owns a 2008 jeep compass. the contact stated that on any incline in the drive position when she took her foot off of the brake pedal the vehicle rolled backwards instead of forward or remaining steady. the vehicle was taken to the dealer. they failure was not diagnosed but the owner told her that they reprogrammed "it" but did not identify what component was reprogrammed. the failure and current mileages were approximately 13,000. .Mileage was 13000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1J8FT47WX8D. Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 problem was reported in DOUGLASSVILLE, GA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Suspension

Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Suspension Review #10352204

JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008 car safety problem was reported on July 10, 2010.JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008, manufactured by CHRYSLER GROUP LLC had a problem with SUSPENSION . ball joint on the 2008 jeep compass is has gone bad after just 50,000 miles. over 1/2 " of play in the joint that could cause separation of the wheel from the vehicle causing a driver to lose control of the vehicle. *tr.Mileage was 50000 miles. Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 problem was reported in PROCTORVILLE, OH. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph.

Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Review #10383066

JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008 car safety problem was reported on Dec 20, 2009.JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008, manufactured by CHRYSLER GROUP LLC had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC . tl*the contact owns a 2008 jeep compass 4x4. while driving approximately 10 mph, the contact applied pressure to the brake pedal but the brakes would not respond. the contact stated the failure occurred three times. the contact stated there was approximately an inch of snow on the ground when the failure occurred the first time and she had activated her four wheel drive. the failure only occurred when there was snow on the ground. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technicians checked the codes but were unable to diagnose the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 22,000. .Mileage was 22000 miles. Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 problem was reported in DOWNERS GROVE, IL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 10 mph.

Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Suspension Front Control Arm Lower Ball Joint

Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Suspension Front Control Arm Lower Ball Joint Review #10384199

JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008 car safety problem was reported on Feb 22, 2010.JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008, manufactured by CHRYSLER GROUP LLC had a problem with SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT . tl* the contact owns a 2008 jeep compass sport 4x4. the contact stated that when attempting to decelerate in snowy weather, the brakes would not function properly and would exhibit an abnormal noise. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection but the technician was unable to diagnose the failure. the failure recurred and the dealer advised that the rear lower ball joints, which were fractured and causing the tires to wear prematurely, would need replacing. the manufacturer was contacted and offered no assistance. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was approximately 20,000. updated 03/24/11*lj the consumer was informed both lower ball joints were bad. updated 04/29/11.Mileage was 20000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1J8FF47W38D. Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 problem was reported in DOWNERS GROVE, IL. Vehicle was purchased on Nov 01, 2008. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Review #10384199

JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008 car safety problem was reported on Feb 22, 2010.JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008, manufactured by CHRYSLER GROUP LLC had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC . tl* the contact owns a 2008 jeep compass sport 4x4. the contact stated that when attempting to decelerate in snowy weather, the brakes would not function properly and would exhibit an abnormal noise. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection but the technician was unable to diagnose the failure. the failure recurred and the dealer advised that the rear lower ball joints, which were fractured and causing the tires to wear prematurely, would need replacing. the manufacturer was contacted and offered no assistance. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was approximately 20,000. updated 03/24/11*lj the consumer was informed both lower ball joints were bad. updated 04/29/11.Mileage was 20000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1J8FF47W38D. Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 problem was reported in DOWNERS GROVE, IL. Vehicle was purchased on Nov 01, 2008. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine

Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Review #10395232

JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008 car safety problem was reported on Apr 08, 2010.JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008, manufactured by CHRYSLER GROUP LLC had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE . tl*the contact owns a 2008 jeep compass. the contact stated that while driving 55 mph the vehicle stalled. whenever the vehicle stalled, the contact was forced to coast onto the emergency lane and wait a few minutes in order to restart it. the vehicle stalled five times within the last year. when the dealer performed a diagnostic test, there were no error codes displayed. the warranty remained current. the manufacturer was contacted and referred her case to a case manager. the failure mileage was 17,817 and the current mileage was 36,100..Mileage was 17500 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1J8FF47W08D. Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 problem was reported in POTSDAM, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph.

Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Steering

Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Steering Review #10399783

JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008 car safety problem was reported on May 01, 2011.JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008, manufactured by CHRYSLER GROUP LLC had a problem with STEERING . tl*the contact owns a 2008 jeep compass. when attempting to start the vehicle it stalled and a red symbol would illuminate on the instrument panel. a red light bulb also illuminated on the left hand corner of the instrument panel. in addition, when the vehicle was in motion, he would experience a loss of power steering. the contact was unable to restart the vehicle. the vehicle was towed to the dealer where they performed a diagnostic test which concluded that the control module needed to be reprogrammed. he performed the repairs on the vehicle; however, approximately two days later, the failure recurred. the vehicle was taken to a second dealer who awaited inspection. the manufacturer was aware of the issue and filed a complaint on the contacts behalf. the current and failure mileage was 53,000. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 53000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1J8FT47WX8D. Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 problem was reported in EATON, OH. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Suspension Front

Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Suspension Front Review #10421646

JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008 car safety problem was reported on Aug 11, 2008.JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008, manufactured by CHRYSLER GROUP LLC had a problem with SUSPENSION:FRONT . my 2008 jeep compass, with approximately 32,000 miles, required the lower ball joints to both be replaced or risk a serious potential safety hazard. these parts should have lasted at least twice as long as they actually did and the technician at the jeep dealership i spoke with said this is a recurring problem on this model of jeep with this specific part. we took the vehicle in to have it inspected because it was riding rough. if we had not taken this vehicle to the dealership for inspection at the time we did then there was a strong possibility that the parts failure (lower ball joints) could have caused a catastrophic failure of the front end resulting in the wheel and tire separating from the vehicle. this is a definite safety concern for any family who owns this model of jeep. we have written a letter directly to chrysler customer care describing the problem and telling them of our dissatisfaction with the part both needing replaced well before this part should normally be due for inspection. we feel this is a serious safety concern and should be considered for a parts recall by chrysler. we solely wish to forward on our safety concern to your organization for further review. we suspect that this issue might be a trend and we want to make sure our concern is voiced; mainly in order to prevent a future incident in which a family is driving down the road and their wheel separates from the vehicle causing a serious collision or possibly a death. thank you for your consideration. *tr.Mileage was 32000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1J8FF47W58D. Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 problem was reported in OVERLAND PARK, KS. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 drive type:FWD. VEHICLE SPEED: 20 mph.

Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Steering

Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Steering Review #10421646

JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008 car safety problem was reported on Aug 11, 2008.JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008, manufactured by CHRYSLER GROUP LLC had a problem with STEERING . my 2008 jeep compass, with approximately 32,000 miles, required the lower ball joints to both be replaced or risk a serious potential safety hazard. these parts should have lasted at least twice as long as they actually did and the technician at the jeep dealership i spoke with said this is a recurring problem on this model of jeep with this specific part. we took the vehicle in to have it inspected because it was riding rough. if we had not taken this vehicle to the dealership for inspection at the time we did then there was a strong possibility that the parts failure (lower ball joints) could have caused a catastrophic failure of the front end resulting in the wheel and tire separating from the vehicle. this is a definite safety concern for any family who owns this model of jeep. we have written a letter directly to chrysler customer care describing the problem and telling them of our dissatisfaction with the part both needing replaced well before this part should normally be due for inspection. we feel this is a serious safety concern and should be considered for a parts recall by chrysler. we solely wish to forward on our safety concern to your organization for further review. we suspect that this issue might be a trend and we want to make sure our concern is voiced; mainly in order to prevent a future incident in which a family is driving down the road and their wheel separates from the vehicle causing a serious collision or possibly a death. thank you for your consideration. *tr.Mileage was 32000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1J8FF47W58D. Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 problem was reported in OVERLAND PARK, KS. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 drive type:FWD. VEHICLE SPEED: 20 mph.

Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Suspension

Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Suspension Review #10425054

JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008 car safety problem was reported on July 07, 2008.JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008, manufactured by CHRYSLER GROUP LLC had a problem with SUSPENSION . i bought my compass new in june, 2008. i complained about a cracking noise coming from the right front end the 2nd day i had the car. i brought it back to the dealer & they replaced the r/f axle. it still made the same cracking noise. i took it back & the dealer said the bolts on the control arm weren't tightened properly. still the same noise, so i went on line looking for any tsbs. i read about front end problems with 2007 dodge calibers & 2007 jeep compasses & patriots particularly with the ball joints.turns out that undersized bolts were installed in the control arms. by now i felt that the car was not safe to drive & when i took it back to the dealer & the service tech said let's take a test drive, i refused & told him to drive it himself, as i wasn't going to get back behind the wheel until they solved the problem (reminding them of the lemon law, as this was the 3rd time i was there for the same problem). while the dealer insisted that my car was not one of the cars listed in the tsb, they did replace the control arm bolts with new ones & replaced the stabilizer links. in feb. of 2009 my dad purchased a 2008 compass & it had the same noise. i took it to the dealer & they replaced the control arm bolts. since then there have been no problems or noises, although my jeep only has 17k miles. do your homework & check out tsbs. you just might solve your own problem. *tr.Mileage was 100 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1J8FF57W68D. Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 problem was reported in NIAGARA FALLS, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 drive type:4WD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 15 mph.

Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Steering

Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Steering Review #10425054

JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008 car safety problem was reported on July 07, 2008.JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008, manufactured by CHRYSLER GROUP LLC had a problem with STEERING . i bought my compass new in june, 2008. i complained about a cracking noise coming from the right front end the 2nd day i had the car. i brought it back to the dealer & they replaced the r/f axle. it still made the same cracking noise. i took it back & the dealer said the bolts on the control arm weren't tightened properly. still the same noise, so i went on line looking for any tsbs. i read about front end problems with 2007 dodge calibers & 2007 jeep compasses & patriots particularly with the ball joints.turns out that undersized bolts were installed in the control arms. by now i felt that the car was not safe to drive & when i took it back to the dealer & the service tech said let's take a test drive, i refused & told him to drive it himself, as i wasn't going to get back behind the wheel until they solved the problem (reminding them of the lemon law, as this was the 3rd time i was there for the same problem). while the dealer insisted that my car was not one of the cars listed in the tsb, they did replace the control arm bolts with new ones & replaced the stabilizer links. in feb. of 2009 my dad purchased a 2008 compass & it had the same noise. i took it to the dealer & they replaced the control arm bolts. since then there have been no problems or noises, although my jeep only has 17k miles. do your homework & check out tsbs. you just might solve your own problem. *tr.Mileage was 100 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1J8FF57W68D. Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 problem was reported in NIAGARA FALLS, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 drive type:4WD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 15 mph.

Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Steering Review #10426985

JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008 car safety problem was reported on Sept 14, 2011.JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008, manufactured by CHRYSLER GROUP LLC had a problem with STEERING . our 2008 jeep compass has ball joint and tie rod end failure. *tr.Mileage was 38417 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1J8FF57W98D. Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 problem was reported in DEER PARK, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Suspension

Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Suspension Review #10426985

JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008 car safety problem was reported on Sept 14, 2011.JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008, manufactured by CHRYSLER GROUP LLC had a problem with SUSPENSION . our 2008 jeep compass has ball joint and tie rod end failure. *tr.Mileage was 38417 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1J8FF57W98D. Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 problem was reported in DEER PARK, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Suspension Review #10429403

JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008 car safety problem was reported on Dec 01, 2008.JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008, manufactured by CHRYSLER GROUP LLC had a problem with SUSPENSION . tl* the contact owns a 2008 jeep compass 4x4. the contact stated that while having the vehicle serviced by an authorized dealer for routine maintenance, she was informed that the lower control arm on the driver's side needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 18,970. .Mileage was 18970 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1J8FT47028D. Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 problem was reported in TOWSON, MD. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Steering

Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Steering Review #10442370

JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008 car safety problem was reported on Nov 16, 2011.JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008, manufactured by CHRYSLER GROUP LLC had a problem with STEERING . the steering began to pull sharply to the side. when the jeep was taken to the shop, the mechanic was able to get the part immediately from the dealer because the part was kept in stock because it is so often replaced. the mechanic said that lower ball joints typically last at least twice as long as these and that continued driving without replacement could have resulted in losing complete steering control. he said he believed the lower ball joints to have a serious design flaw. upon researching online, i found that many other owners had the same problem, having to replace their lower ball joints with even fewer miles and more frequently. this could easily result in an accident. there should at least be a safety notification sent out to alert other drivers of the danger caused by this design flaw. when i wrote to chrysler, i received a letter asking me to call to discuss the matter. when i called the customer service representative was unwilling to admit to a fault in the product. *tr.Mileage was 50000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1J8FF47WX8D. Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 problem was reported in LIGONIER, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 drive type:4WD. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph.

Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Suspension

Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Suspension Review #10442370

JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008 car safety problem was reported on Nov 16, 2011.JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008, manufactured by CHRYSLER GROUP LLC had a problem with SUSPENSION . the steering began to pull sharply to the side. when the jeep was taken to the shop, the mechanic was able to get the part immediately from the dealer because the part was kept in stock because it is so often replaced. the mechanic said that lower ball joints typically last at least twice as long as these and that continued driving without replacement could have resulted in losing complete steering control. he said he believed the lower ball joints to have a serious design flaw. upon researching online, i found that many other owners had the same problem, having to replace their lower ball joints with even fewer miles and more frequently. this could easily result in an accident. there should at least be a safety notification sent out to alert other drivers of the danger caused by this design flaw. when i wrote to chrysler, i received a letter asking me to call to discuss the matter. when i called the customer service representative was unwilling to admit to a fault in the product. *tr.Mileage was 50000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1J8FF47WX8D. Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 problem was reported in LIGONIER, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 drive type:4WD. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph.

Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Steering

Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Steering Review #10454069

JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008 car safety problem was reported on Dec 05, 2011.JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008, manufactured by CHRYSLER GROUP LLC had a problem with STEERING . left front tie rod failed while turning out of a driveway. *tr.Mileage was 99512 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1J8FF47W48D. Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 problem was reported in DEXTER, MI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 drive type:4WD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 5 mph.

Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Power Train

Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Power Train Review #10454071

JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008 car safety problem was reported on Mar 29, 2012.JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008, manufactured by CHRYSLER GROUP LLC had a problem with POWER TRAIN . i stopped at a stop light, began to accelerate when light turned green and the car started shaking. i pulled into a gas station, at that point my car would no longer move while pressing on the gas pedal. i had to be towed to a local mechanic and was informed my transmission had failed. *tr.Mileage was 104000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1J8FF47W48D. Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 problem was reported in DEXTER, MI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 drive type:4WD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 5 mph.

Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling

Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling Review #10454071

JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008 car safety problem was reported on Mar 29, 2012.JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008, manufactured by CHRYSLER GROUP LLC had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . i stopped at a stop light, began to accelerate when light turned green and the car started shaking. i pulled into a gas station, at that point my car would no longer move while pressing on the gas pedal. i had to be towed to a local mechanic and was informed my transmission had failed. *tr.Mileage was 104000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1J8FF47W48D. Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 problem was reported in DEXTER, MI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 drive type:4WD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 5 mph.

Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Power Train

Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Power Train Review #10463437

JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008 car safety problem was reported on Mar 01, 2012.JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008, manufactured by CHRYSLER GROUP LLC had a problem with POWER TRAIN . on freeway, suddenly felt no power. car lost power and would not go over 20 mph. got off freeway, put car into park, would not go in reverse, started up again, same problem. rpms go up, but no momentum to car even with foot on floor on gas pedal. after car was turned off and key was taken out, it started up like nothing was wrong. car repair could find nothing wrong. has happened about half a dozen times since then, as long as key is taken out, it will work fine. until this last time, last week. car died again on freeway, going from 70 mph to 20 mph quickly. limped it to car shop, who finally was able to diagnose the electronic control module - for an almost $800 repair. called and complained to chrysler who said because i was the second owner and it had too many miles on it and was out of warranty and not in the recall....that there was nothing they could do! will fix and sell - along with my other two jeeps - wrangler and cherokee sport, which i told chrysler as well. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 66000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1J8HG48KX8C. Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 problem was reported in RICHFIELD, OH. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 drive type:4WD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph.

Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Suspension

Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Suspension Review #10465099

JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008 car safety problem was reported on July 07, 2012.JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008, manufactured by CHRYSLER GROUP LLC had a problem with SUSPENSION . tl* the contact owns a 2008 jeep compass 4x4. the contact stated that the vehicle was taken for routine service when the mechanic advised that she needed to replace the front suspension. the manufacturer was not contacted. the failure and the current mileage was 53,850. updated 08-01-12 *bf the consumer stated the ball joint was replaced on july 14, 2012 at a cost of $ 402.00. updated 08/01/12.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 53850 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1J8FF47W38D. Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 problem was reported in BELTON, MO. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 drive type:4WD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: UNKNOWN . DEALER'S CITY: OVERLAND PARK . DEALER'S STATE CODE: KS.

Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Suspension Review #10465148

JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008 car safety problem was reported on July 09, 2012.JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008, manufactured by CHRYSLER GROUP LLC had a problem with SUSPENSION . tl* the contact owns a 2008 jeep compass. the contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for a routine oil change when she was informed that the upper control arm needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified and stated that warranty would cover the repair costs. the failure mileage was 65,000 and the current mileage was 66,000. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 65000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1J8FT47W48D. Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 problem was reported in SUCCASUNNA, NJ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Suspension Review #10498265

JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008 car safety problem was reported on Feb 14, 2013.JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with SUSPENSION . the vehicle was bought brand new in 2010. went to the dealership to get one of the tires replaced. the automotive mechanics found multiple problems in the control arm and the ball joint of the wheel. the mechanic told me that the problem is very common to jeep compass. i just want to file a complaint because the problem is not suppose to occur unless the vehicle is driven all the time or always driven to very far destinations. in this case, it is not. i understand that this type of problem might be cause by something else, like bumps on the road, or a heavy object hit on the road. i do not recall any incidents with my jeep compass that could cause this problem. the vehicle was brand new and not suppose to have that kind of problem that could potentially harm my family and myself. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 23973 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1J8FT47W88D. Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 problem was reported in ADRIAN, MI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Steering

Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Steering Review #10498265

JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008 car safety problem was reported on Feb 14, 2013.JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with STEERING . the vehicle was bought brand new in 2010. went to the dealership to get one of the tires replaced. the automotive mechanics found multiple problems in the control arm and the ball joint of the wheel. the mechanic told me that the problem is very common to jeep compass. i just want to file a complaint because the problem is not suppose to occur unless the vehicle is driven all the time or always driven to very far destinations. in this case, it is not. i understand that this type of problem might be cause by something else, like bumps on the road, or a heavy object hit on the road. i do not recall any incidents with my jeep compass that could cause this problem. the vehicle was brand new and not suppose to have that kind of problem that could potentially harm my family and myself. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 23973 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1J8FT47W88D. Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 problem was reported in ADRIAN, MI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Wheels

Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Wheels Review #10498265

JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008 car safety problem was reported on Feb 14, 2013.JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with WHEELS . the vehicle was bought brand new in 2010. went to the dealership to get one of the tires replaced. the automotive mechanics found multiple problems in the control arm and the ball joint of the wheel. the mechanic told me that the problem is very common to jeep compass. i just want to file a complaint because the problem is not suppose to occur unless the vehicle is driven all the time or always driven to very far destinations. in this case, it is not. i understand that this type of problem might be cause by something else, like bumps on the road, or a heavy object hit on the road. i do not recall any incidents with my jeep compass that could cause this problem. the vehicle was brand new and not suppose to have that kind of problem that could potentially harm my family and myself. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 23973 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1J8FT47W88D. Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 problem was reported in ADRIAN, MI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Suspension

Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Suspension Review #10595717

JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008 car safety problem was reported on June 02, 2014.JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with SUSPENSION . 39000 miles and so many suspension problems control arms,ball joints,tie rods,struts hoping my family doesn't die in this vehicle what i see in the news about chrysler lately scares the hell out of me trying to keep this vehicle off freeway don't know where to turn chrysler says there is no problem but going on line there are so many others having the same experience with their jeeps i don't believe what they say they tell me it's 4000 mi over warranty nothing can be done i'm afraid the wheels will fall off what the $#%^ can i do i don't have the l money to buy a new car or keep fixing this one i think it's a faulty design and so do numerous mechanics in the usa and canada something's messed up when parts prematurely go bad and if you look into it i'm sure you will see a pattern i babied this car since new hoping it would last twenty years don't know if any one has died but i think to myself its probable being so many complaints i have read any kind of help available this is my forth jeep and i never have seen anything like this with the ten or so cars i have owned hope you can help! before something bad happens where can i turn driving this is frightening and i couldn't sell this to another family after what my mechanic has told me about these kind of jeeps please help! what would you do what should i do thanks *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 39000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1J8FF47WO8D. Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 problem was reported in SACRAMENTO, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Structure Body

Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Structure Body Review #10595717

JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008 car safety problem was reported on June 02, 2014.JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY . 39000 miles and so many suspension problems control arms,ball joints,tie rods,struts hoping my family doesn't die in this vehicle what i see in the news about chrysler lately scares the hell out of me trying to keep this vehicle off freeway don't know where to turn chrysler says there is no problem but going on line there are so many others having the same experience with their jeeps i don't believe what they say they tell me it's 4000 mi over warranty nothing can be done i'm afraid the wheels will fall off what the $#%^ can i do i don't have the l money to buy a new car or keep fixing this one i think it's a faulty design and so do numerous mechanics in the usa and canada something's messed up when parts prematurely go bad and if you look into it i'm sure you will see a pattern i babied this car since new hoping it would last twenty years don't know if any one has died but i think to myself its probable being so many complaints i have read any kind of help available this is my forth jeep and i never have seen anything like this with the ten or so cars i have owned hope you can help! before something bad happens where can i turn driving this is frightening and i couldn't sell this to another family after what my mechanic has told me about these kind of jeeps please help! what would you do what should i do thanks *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 39000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1J8FF47WO8D. Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 problem was reported in SACRAMENTO, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Steering

Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Steering Review #10595717

JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008 car safety problem was reported on June 02, 2014.JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with STEERING . 39000 miles and so many suspension problems control arms,ball joints,tie rods,struts hoping my family doesn't die in this vehicle what i see in the news about chrysler lately scares the hell out of me trying to keep this vehicle off freeway don't know where to turn chrysler says there is no problem but going on line there are so many others having the same experience with their jeeps i don't believe what they say they tell me it's 4000 mi over warranty nothing can be done i'm afraid the wheels will fall off what the $#%^ can i do i don't have the l money to buy a new car or keep fixing this one i think it's a faulty design and so do numerous mechanics in the usa and canada something's messed up when parts prematurely go bad and if you look into it i'm sure you will see a pattern i babied this car since new hoping it would last twenty years don't know if any one has died but i think to myself its probable being so many complaints i have read any kind of help available this is my forth jeep and i never have seen anything like this with the ten or so cars i have owned hope you can help! before something bad happens where can i turn driving this is frightening and i couldn't sell this to another family after what my mechanic has told me about these kind of jeeps please help! what would you do what should i do thanks *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 39000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1J8FF47WO8D. Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 problem was reported in SACRAMENTO, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Electrical System

Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Electrical System Review #10607244

JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008 car safety problem was reported on June 27, 2014.JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . i bought the vehicle in 5/2014, the following day i noticed odometer jumped up about 300 miles and i live only about 20 miles away from the dealer. i also noticed that tpm light came on and half the radio was lit. i took it back the very next day and said that they would need it to order a new cluster panel and replace the radio. they also claimed they replaced all 4 tire pressure sensors as well as tpm module. they kept the car for about 2 weeks. it worked fine for about 2 days then i started getting even more lights to turn on from the cluster panel. now i have the 4x4 amber light, trac control, tpm maint, and the abs lights to turn on, i feel i had nothing but problems since day 1. i need help. total i paid about 13,000 for the car. i need answers. i stronglt believe that the main computer is defective. its not recogizing a chasis ground. it shouldnt take a fatality to get chrysler to look into this. i will never buy another chrysler product again. i feel the chrysler dealer also kept information private to try and make a sale. m going to the local media if this isnt resolved. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 65000 miles. Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 problem was reported in PHILADELPHIA, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph.

Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Electronic Stability Control

Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Electronic Stability Control Review #10607244

JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008 car safety problem was reported on June 27, 2014.JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL . i bought the vehicle in 5/2014, the following day i noticed odometer jumped up about 300 miles and i live only about 20 miles away from the dealer. i also noticed that tpm light came on and half the radio was lit. i took it back the very next day and said that they would need it to order a new cluster panel and replace the radio. they also claimed they replaced all 4 tire pressure sensors as well as tpm module. they kept the car for about 2 weeks. it worked fine for about 2 days then i started getting even more lights to turn on from the cluster panel. now i have the 4x4 amber light, trac control, tpm maint, and the abs lights to turn on, i feel i had nothing but problems since day 1. i need help. total i paid about 13,000 for the car. i need answers. i stronglt believe that the main computer is defective. its not recogizing a chasis ground. it shouldnt take a fatality to get chrysler to look into this. i will never buy another chrysler product again. i feel the chrysler dealer also kept information private to try and make a sale. m going to the local media if this isnt resolved. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 65000 miles. Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 problem was reported in PHILADELPHIA, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph.

Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Suspension

Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Suspension Review #10621487

JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008 car safety problem was reported on Apr 01, 2014.JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with SUSPENSION . ball joints needed to be replaced.... i purchased 4 brand new tires around the end of 2012. the front two tires were so bad due to the ball joint/barrings i had to purchase two new front tires in april 2014. that's when i actually noticed it. i'm sure they needed replacement sooner than that. i was told both ball barrings and something called a hub barring to both the left and right wheel were so bad they were surprised i made it this long without the wheel locking up on me. i'm $1800.00 in the hole due the this problem. i'm now seeing this is a serious problem with jeep compass. they need to do something to accommodate all of their customers for this ongoing problem. i want some answers!!!.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 40000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1J8FF47W78D. Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 problem was reported in METAIRIE, LA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 20 mph.

Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 Suspension Review #10638041

JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008 car safety problem was reported on Sept 19, 2014.JEEP COMPASS 4X4 2008, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with SUSPENSION . ball joints went bad at 44000 miles!.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 44000 miles. Jeep Compass 4x4 2008 problem was reported in COTTAGE GROVE, OR. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.


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