2008 Jeep Compass problems and complaints
Owners have filed 172 complaints with NHTSA about the 2008 Jeep Compass. The most-reported areas: Suspension (63), Structure (42), Steering (26).
Key takeaways
- 172 owner complaints on file with NHTSA.
- 3 involve a crash, 4 a fire, 2 reported injuries.
- Complaints are unverified owner reports; recalls are confirmed defects.
| Component | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 63 | 37% |
| Structure | 42 | 24% |
| Steering | 26 | 15% |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 20 | 12% |
| Power Train | 17 | 10% |
| Unknown Or Other | 17 | 10% |
| Engine | 15 | 9% |
| Electrical System | 9 | 5% |
| Service Brakes | 8 | 5% |
| Air Bags | 7 | 4% |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 5 | 3% |
| Wheels | 5 | 3% |
One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 Jeep Compass 4-DR. w/SAB | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | 4/5 |
Latest complaints, as filed
Owner-written and unverified by NHTSA.
Power Train - filed 2024-02-21
The vehicle stalled when waiting for lights and at low speed turning after the fuel tank was filled up. Multiple incidents had happened. No warning sign before the incident happened. Very dangerous because the vehicle stalled in moving traffic suddenly. Also, there was a gasoline smell near the vehicle when parked. Se...
Suspension,power Train - filed 2022-02-11
I bought this vehicle in nov of 2021 took it to local mechanic who quoted me 1000 to fix it completely so I did a little at a time the suspension control arms and rockers completely bad! Now the vehicle only has130000 miles on it and the CVT worst transmission ever is going out which is 5000 to fix I can’t believe ther...
Structure - filed 2021-12-14
Front and Rear Crossmember Corrosion (X69 Warranty Extension) - 2008-2012 Dodge Caliber & Jeep Compass/Patriot- NHTSA ID # 10140027 My Daughter was recently given a 2008 Jeep Compass by a family member for her 16th birthday. We took it to our local Auto serviceman who checked the car out, and made us aware of the Warra...
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Complaints are reports filed by owners with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. NHTSA publishes them without verifying them, and counts rise with how many cars were sold, so compare years of the same model rather than different models. Crash ratings are NHTSA's own 5-Star Safety Ratings results.