CarRecallWatchThe 2007 Jeep Compass has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 259 complaints with NHTSA, including 9 crashes, 6 fires, 6 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Suspension (84 reports).
2007 Jeep Compass recalls
Most common 2007 Jeep Compass problems
Problem areas named in the 259 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Suspension | 84 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 48 |
| Engine | 37 |
| Electrical System | 30 |
| Power Train | 30 |
| Structure | 28 |
| Steering | 27 |
| Unknown Or Other | 15 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 13 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 9 |
What owners report
Vehicle stopped acceleration at highway speeds on way to work in narrow highway stopping traffic and semitrucks narrowly missing collision. Dealership states the transmission cvt was leaking and therefore caused the issue that costly repairs are unaffordable for me. Bought used from private party a month before the incident now leaving me no funds to repair and no transportation to return to work.
The contact owns a 2007 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that while driving at 65 MPH the vehicle stop accelerating. The vehicle lost motive power. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehilce local dealer where it was due to the transmission fluid. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and a opened case. The failure mileage was unknown.
Upon driving on the highway the engine begins to make a hissing sound . Then the the car begins to feel like its slowly braking. From there It slowly loses power . The accelerator does nothing. This happened when my son I his [XXX] was drive me to airport through [XXX] mountains. Had to pull over many times eventually getting and Uber from gas station to make flight. Very unsafe condition and is need of repairs INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
dashboard had check engine light on. transaxle indicator light turned on when i was driving about 65 mph on the freeway and slowed down and wouldnât accelerate. The large commercial truck behind me was unable to stop on time that it almost hit us behind. There was a construction on my right lane and cars on my left lane. it took me some seconds to reach the end of construction site in my right lane. A second or two more not changing lane to my right side would have hit me and my children. All the truck driver was able to do was pressed on the horn to make me aware that he is too close behind me. Changed of speed in a freeway that fast could have killed me and my kids. i have not be
The vehicle has a problem that it will stall out after filling up with gas. The timing of the stall out is such that within a minute or two of leaving the gas station and pulling into traffic, the vehicle will buck and the motor will shut off. when this happens, the vehicle also loses power steering and brakes. This creates an INCREDIBLY dangerous situation as the driver essentially has no control any longer. It is a consistent, repeatable problem that occurs every time the vehicle is filled with gas.
2007 Jeep Compass questions
Does the 2007 Jeep Compass have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2007 Jeep Compass: Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:Control Unit/Module; Equipment:Other:Owners/Service/Other Manual. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Jeep Compass?
Based on 259 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Suspension (84), Fuel/Propulsion System (48), Engine (37).
How do I check if a recall on my 2007 Jeep Compass has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.