7.3

pretty bad
Typical Repair Cost:
$480
Average Mileage:
57,700 miles
Total Complaints:
12 complaints

Most Common Solutions:

  1. replace control arms (3 reports)
  2. replace tie rods (3 reports)
  3. not sure (2 reports)
  4. replace (2 reports)
  5. replace tie rods/control arms (2 reports)
2008 Jeep Compass suspension problems

suspension problem

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2008 Jeep Compass Owner Comments

problem #12

Feb 032018

Compass

  • Manual transmission
  • 99,419 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

I bought this used car from someone, both control arms almost broken no power at all. I repaired them but car still was making noises.

- screw, Richmond Hill, ON, Canada

problem #11

Jan 012013

Compass Limited 2.4L

  • Automatic transmission
  • 79,000 miles

Couldn't even have new tires put on until it was fixed due to it being a safety issue, and the tire company did not want to be held liable.

- Misty T., Trafalgar, IN, US

problem #10

Jan 012013

Compass North Edition

  • Manual transmission
  • 62,137 miles

I have had to replace the control arms/trailing arms/bushings every year since my car went over 100,000 kms and replace the tires because the don't wear evenly due to the arm problem. I've heard a lot of complaints about this and was told the design changed in 2009. Thanks Jeep!

- ahope, Cambridge, ON, Canada

problem #9

Aug 152010

Compass Limited 2.4L

  • Automatic transmission
  • 30,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

This is a on going problem with the tie rod ends. Have had it repaired 4 times, finally have parts that are guaranteed but still have to pay over a hundred dollars for labor!!

- Linda M., louisville, OH, US

problem #8

Sep 032014

Compass

  • Automatic transmission
  • 56,560 miles

Was under extended warranty but same right side went bad 10 months later.

- Sherry O., Girard, PA, US

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problem #7

Jan 052015

Compass

  • Automatic transmission
  • 115,000 miles

I also have to replace an outer tie arm. I have seen others having problems and am wondering what I am in store for? I noticed back in 2012 my left front tire was wearing on the inside. I had the alignment done and thought that was it. It came back again in 2013 so again I had it aligned. 2014 I had the shop look into why that tire and almost all the time. They inspected and found worn tie rods.

- Russell T., Norwalk, CA, US

problem #6

Oct 232013

Compass Limited 2.2L

  • Automatic transmission
  • 21,934 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

I took the car in for servicing before a trip (fluid levels, oil, filter etc). The mechanic advised me that the lower control arms were worn & that the vehicle would be a danger to drive. He said that he could order the parts & repair it the following day & it would take approx 4 hrs. Repair done.

I'm expecting something else to fail on this unit judging from its history...

NEVER AGAIN FOR A CHRYSLER PRODUCT!!

- C.B. G., ESSEX, ON, canada

problem #5

Oct 272011

Compass Limited 2.2L

  • Automatic transmission
  • 11,060 miles

I've lost faith in Chrysler & their dealership...I just got jerked around & lots of shrugs (past warranty etc)...They just don't give a damn!

Never again...They offered me a pittance on it for a trade-in on a new vehicle just to add insult to injury...not worth it.

- C.B. G., ESSEX, ON, canada

problem #4

Jul 162013

Compass 3.2L

  • Automatic transmission
  • 35,000 miles

I had a noise while driving and noticed my front passenger tire was wearing in the middle. I took it in to get looked at and found out ball joints, tie rods, shock absorbers, tires and of course and alignment all needed to be done.

Yes- this is a very reputable automotive place, but I was shocked to say the least! I have a 2008 Compass with 35,000(bought used with 17,000 miles on it nearly 2 years ago) and BAM a whole lot of stuff going on! HUGELY disappointed in this vehicle!

- Amy D., Sturgeon Bay, WI, US

problem #3

Mar 042013

Compass 2.4L

  • Automatic transmission
  • 95,686 miles

We will never purchase another Jeep Compass and would never recommend one to anyone else. We've had 3 tie rods and 2 lower control arms replaced at a considerable cost. We are mature people and never abuse our vehicles in any way so we are totally disgusted with this vehicle.

- Alton P., Lincolnville, ME, US

problem #2

Jul 012010

Compass 2.0L

  • CVT transmission
  • 45,000 miles

I bought my 1st Jeep 2008 brand new, I have now had to replace 2 tie rods, bearings, ball joints and now a front hub. The car is paid for I wish I could dump it, I am single and didn't need this. I just spent 700.00 in the last month on the front end.

- Roxie K., Mayville, WI, US

problem #1

May 202011

Compass

  • Automatic transmission
  • 41,561 miles

After they replaced the tie rod end they charged me another $129.99 for a front end alignment that they said i requested.

- William T., Berlin, NJ, US

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