2008 JEEP COMPASS FWD
1 recalls, 48 complaints - 44 TSBs
10E043000 Sep 3, 2010
EQUIPMENT
Defect Description
MARATHON IS RECALLING CERTAIN SEAT COVERS, BRAND SUPERHIDES WITH PART NUMBERS 593, 594, 578, 960, 228, 228-09, 267-08, 333, 625, AND 630, SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE SEAT COVERS ARE MADE OF HEAVIER THREAD AND ARE NOT COMPATIBLE WITH SEATS CONTAINING S... Read more
Consequence
AN IMPROPERLY DEPLOYED AIRBAG COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY.
Remedy
MARATHON WILL NOTIFY OWNERS OF RECORD AND REPLACE THE SEAT COVER FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 14, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MARATHON AT 1-800-735-2769.
Complaint Statistics
48 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| SUSPENSION | 13 |
| STEERING | 4 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 3 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 3 |
| STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY | 3 |
| STRUCTURE | 2 |
| INTERIOR LIGHTING | 2 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 2 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 2 |
| WHEELS | 2 |
STRUCTURE:BODY
Apr 10, 2019
Incident date: Apr 9, 2018
OUR 2008 JEEP COMPASS HAS A CLUNKING NOISE ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE NEAR THE FRONT WHEEL WHEN DRIVING AND TURNING THE WHEEL. WE TOOK IT TO A MECHANIC AND HE STATED THE SUBFRAME IS HEAVILY CORRODED AND IS RUSTING OUT. THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE WITH THIS YEAR, MAKE, AND MODEL AND WAS COVERED UNDER AN 'EXTENDE... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Feb 26, 2019
Incident date: Feb 12, 2019
I RECENTLY DISCOVERED WHEN BRINGING MY 2008 JEEP COMPASS TO A MECHANIC THAT MY ENTIRE SUBFRAME IS COMPLETELY ROTTED OUT. THE SUBFRAME IS SO ROTTED OUT THAT HE SUGGESTED GETTING IT TOWED HOME BECAUSE THE WHEEL MIGHT COMPLETELY FALL OFF IF I HIT A POT HOLE HARD ENOUGH. THE BODY ON MY JEEP IS NEARLY FL... Read more
SUSPENSION
Nov 15, 2018
Incident date: Nov 15, 2018
IN AUGUST 2018, I WAS INFORMED BY A REPUTABLE AUTO REPAIR SHOP THAT ANOTHER AUTO REPAIR SHOP THAT DID WORK ON MY VEHICLE LESS THAN A MONTH PRIOR, "TURNED OFF" THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT. I WENT BACK TO THAT MECHANIC AND THEY ADVISED THAT IT IS IMPOSSIBLE TO DO SO, BECAUSE ITS ALL IN ONE PANEL. ON 11/11/... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Nov 15, 2018
Incident date: Nov 15, 2018
IN AUGUST 2018, I WAS INFORMED BY A REPUTABLE AUTO REPAIR SHOP THAT ANOTHER AUTO REPAIR SHOP THAT DID WORK ON MY VEHICLE LESS THAN A MONTH PRIOR, "TURNED OFF" THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT. I WENT BACK TO THAT MECHANIC AND THEY ADVISED THAT IT IS IMPOSSIBLE TO DO SO, BECAUSE ITS ALL IN ONE PANEL. ON 11/11/... Read more
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Nov 15, 2018
Incident date: Nov 15, 2018
IN AUGUST 2018, I WAS INFORMED BY A REPUTABLE AUTO REPAIR SHOP THAT ANOTHER AUTO REPAIR SHOP THAT DID WORK ON MY VEHICLE LESS THAN A MONTH PRIOR, "TURNED OFF" THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT. I WENT BACK TO THAT MECHANIC AND THEY ADVISED THAT IT IS IMPOSSIBLE TO DO SO, BECAUSE ITS ALL IN ONE PANEL. ON 11/11/... Read more
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Oct 26, 2018
Incident date: Oct 24, 2018
MY FRONT/REAR CROSSMEMBERS ARE RUSTED BADLY AND SWAY BAR RUSTED OFF. I BOUGHT THIS FROM A PRIVATE SELLER IN END OF 2016,I WAS JUST INFORMED FROM MIENIEKE ABOUT THE ISSUE AND THAT THERE IS A 10 YEAR RECALL ON THIS. I WENT TO DEALERSHIP AND THEY SAID RECALL WARRANTY EXP MAY 2018. I WAS NEVER INFORMED ... Read more
SUSPENSION
Oct 26, 2018
Incident date: Oct 24, 2018
MY FRONT/REAR CROSSMEMBERS ARE RUSTED BADLY AND SWAY BAR RUSTED OFF. I BOUGHT THIS FROM A PRIVATE SELLER IN END OF 2016,I WAS JUST INFORMED FROM MIENIEKE ABOUT THE ISSUE AND THAT THERE IS A 10 YEAR RECALL ON THIS. I WENT TO DEALERSHIP AND THEY SAID RECALL WARRANTY EXP MAY 2018. I WAS NEVER INFORMED ... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Sep 5, 2018
Incident date: Sep 4, 2018
I WAS DRIVING ALONG. HIT MY BRAKES. AND THEN MY DRIVER FRONT WHEEL SCREECHED AND WENT INTO THE WHEEL WELL. AFTER I HAD IT TOWED TO A SHOP THEY SAID IT WAS A ROTTED OUT SUB FRAME. IF THIS WOULD HAVE HAPPENED GOING HIGHWAY SPEEDS I WOULD HAVE WRECKED AND POSSIBLY NOT BE ALIVE NOW. I WAS LUCKILY ON A B... Read more
STEERING
Sep 5, 2018
Incident date: Sep 4, 2018
I WAS DRIVING ALONG. HIT MY BRAKES. AND THEN MY DRIVER FRONT WHEEL SCREECHED AND WENT INTO THE WHEEL WELL. AFTER I HAD IT TOWED TO A SHOP THEY SAID IT WAS A ROTTED OUT SUB FRAME. IF THIS WOULD HAVE HAPPENED GOING HIGHWAY SPEEDS I WOULD HAVE WRECKED AND POSSIBLY NOT BE ALIVE NOW. I WAS LUCKILY ON A B... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Sep 5, 2018
Incident date: Sep 4, 2018
I WAS DRIVING ALONG. HIT MY BRAKES. AND THEN MY DRIVER FRONT WHEEL SCREECHED AND WENT INTO THE WHEEL WELL. AFTER I HAD IT TOWED TO A SHOP THEY SAID IT WAS A ROTTED OUT SUB FRAME. IF THIS WOULD HAVE HAPPENED GOING HIGHWAY SPEEDS I WOULD HAVE WRECKED AND POSSIBLY NOT BE ALIVE NOW. I WAS LUCKILY ON A B... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Feb 27, 2017
Incident date: Feb 27, 2017
EVERYTHING I FILL THE GAS TANK AS SOON AS I LEAVE THE STATION THE CAR SPITS ANS SPUTTERS AND JERKS THEN STALLS THIS IS DANGEROUS BECAUSE WHEN THE CAR STALLS THE STEERING STOPS WORKING PROPERLY WHILE THE CAR IN IN MOTION
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Nov 15, 2016
Incident date: Nov 15, 2016
FRONT SUB FRAME ROTTED THRU FRONT END OF CAR FELL APART. NO WARNING. DRIVING THRU PARKING LOT, THANK GOD NOT ON HIGHWAY. SHOULD NOT HAVE ROTTED LIKE THAT ON 9 YEAR OLD CAR SOMEONE COULD'VE BEEN KILLED. CALLED JEEP THEY REFUSE TO PAY FOR NEW SUBFRAME EVEN THOUGH THEY COVER 2007 SUBFRAMES ROTTING. THE... Read more
SUSPENSION
Sep 17, 2016
Incident date: Sep 16, 2016
I TOOK MY CAR TO A LICENSED AUTO REPAIR SHOP DUE TO A RATTLE COME TO FIND OUT THAT THE SUBFRAME IS RUSTED. THE CAR ONLY HAS 84000 MILES ON IT AND NOW I DONT FEEL SAFE. SINCE PURCHASING IT I HAVE HAD TO PUT A WATER PUMP, POWER STEERING PUMP ON NEW BEARINGS IN THE FRONT AND. FRONT SUSPENSION. THE C... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Apr 21, 2016
Incident date: Apr 20, 2016
I TOOK MY VEHICLE IN FOR AN OIL CHANGE TO A LOCAL PLACE (NOT DEALER). HE TOLD ME THAT THE CRADLE/K FRAME WAS EXTREMELY RUSTED AND LOOKED DANGEROUS TO DRIVE, HE RECOMMENDED I TAKE IT TO THE DEALER AND SEE IF IT COULD BE REPAIRED THERE AT NO CHARGE TO ME, HE SAID AN 8 YEAR OLD CAR SHOULD NOT HAVE THA... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Apr 21, 2016
Incident date: Apr 10, 2012
OVERTIME IT RAINS MY FRONT DOME LIGHT FILLS WITH WATER AND IT DRIPS/LEAKS/GUSHES OUT. BROUGHT IT IN SEVERAL TIMES, THEY "CLEAN THE FILTERS" BUT IT CONTINUES TO HAPPEN. THIS HAS HAPPENED SINCE OCTOBER OF 2008 WHEN I BOUGHT THE VEHICLE. I NOW DRIVE WITH A TOWEL TO HOLD OVER LIGHT OR I LAY IT ACROSS... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Apr 4, 2015
Incident date: Dec 9, 2014
WHEN I RAINS VERY HEAVILY OR SNOWS, WATER WILL START TO LEAK OUT OF THE FRONT DOME LIGHT. SOMETIMES IT DRIPS, SOMETIMES IT IS A STEADY STREAM THAT COMES OUT. I TALK TO THE DEALERSHIP AND THEY ARE NOT SURE WHY IT IS DOING IT. WHEN IT HAPPENS, IT IS VERY DISTRACTING AS THE WATER SPILLS ALL OVER MY DAS... Read more
WHEELS
Jan 22, 2014
Incident date: Jan 22, 2014
THE PART IS FRONT AND WHEEL HUB BEARINGS. TOOK MY CAR IN FOR REPAIRS AND THEY FOUND THAT THE FRONT AND REAR HUB BEARINGS ARE DETERIORATED BUT NO OTHER PART WAS. WAS ADVISED TO TAKE IT TO A JEEP DEALERSHIP. I TOOK IT IMPERIAL JEEP IN MENDON, MA AND THEY CHECK IT AND COULD NOT EXPLAIN WHY THESE PART... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Jun 3, 2013
Incident date: Jun 3, 2013
WHEN THE CAR PULLS UP TO A STOP LIGHT THE ENTIRE VEHICLE SHAKES, AND THE IDLE DROPS. IT DROPS FROM AN NORMAL IDLE 500-600 TO BELOW 500. THEN SHAKES LIKE A TRACTOR. *TR
SUSPENSION
Jun 3, 2013
Incident date: Jun 3, 2013
WHEN THE CAR PULLS UP TO A STOP LIGHT THE ENTIRE VEHICLE SHAKES, AND THE IDLE DROPS. IT DROPS FROM AN NORMAL IDLE 500-600 TO BELOW 500. THEN SHAKES LIKE A TRACTOR. *TR
ENGINE
Jun 3, 2013
Incident date: Jun 3, 2013
WHEN THE CAR PULLS UP TO A STOP LIGHT THE ENTIRE VEHICLE SHAKES, AND THE IDLE DROPS. IT DROPS FROM AN NORMAL IDLE 500-600 TO BELOW 500. THEN SHAKES LIKE A TRACTOR. *TR
AIR BAGS
Mar 26, 2013
Incident date: Mar 19, 2013
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 JEEP COMPASS 4X4. THE CONTACT STATED THAT SHE NOTICED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INSPECTED BY A DEALER OR AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND THEY OFFERED NO ASSISTANCE TO THE CONTACT. THE FAILURE AND CURREN... Read more
SUSPENSION
Mar 5, 2013
Incident date: Mar 4, 2013
OUR JEEP IS OUT OF DATE FOR WARRANTY, BUT UNDER 36,000 MILES. WE TOOK IT IN FOR AN OIL CHANGE AND WAS SUBSEQUENTLY TOLD THAT THE BALL JOINTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THIS IS ABSURD FOR A VEHICLE OF THIS LOW MILEAGE. WE WERE TOLD THAT "JEEP" KNOWS THERE WAS A PROBLEM, AND HAS SINCE CORRECTED IT IN N... Read more
STEERING
Mar 3, 2013
Incident date: Jan 16, 2013
VEHICLE STARTED MAKING A THUDDING NOISE THAT CORRELATED WITH THE SPEED OF THE VEHICLE. THE FASTER I DROVE THE FASTER IT WENT. TOOK IT TO A MECHANIC AND WAS TOLD THERE WAS PLAY IN THE TIE RODS AND BALL JOINTS ON RIGHT SIDE ABOUT 1/4 ON TIE ROD AND 1/4 ON BALL JOINT. *TR
SUSPENSION
Mar 3, 2013
Incident date: Jan 16, 2013
VEHICLE STARTED MAKING A THUDDING NOISE THAT CORRELATED WITH THE SPEED OF THE VEHICLE. THE FASTER I DROVE THE FASTER IT WENT. TOOK IT TO A MECHANIC AND WAS TOLD THERE WAS PLAY IN THE TIE RODS AND BALL JOINTS ON RIGHT SIDE ABOUT 1/4 ON TIE ROD AND 1/4 ON BALL JOINT. *TR
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Nov 16, 2012
Incident date: Nov 12, 2011
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 JEEP CAMPUS FWD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL METAL NOISE HEARD FROM THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL MECHANIC FOR A STATE INSPECTION WHEN THE CONTACT WAS ADVISED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE L... Read more
SUSPENSION
Nov 16, 2012
Incident date: Nov 12, 2011
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 JEEP CAMPUS FWD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL METAL NOISE HEARD FROM THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL MECHANIC FOR A STATE INSPECTION WHEN THE CONTACT WAS ADVISED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE L... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 26, 2012
Incident date: Oct 3, 2011
ALL VEHICLE POWER CUTS OUT UNDER VARIOUS DRIVING SPEEDS WITH NO RHYME OR REASON ALMOST AS IF IT STALLS (EVERYTHING DIES AND THE GAS PEDAL RELEASES) THERE IS NO HESITATION OR SPUTTERING IT IS INSTANT LIKE TURNING THE KEY OFF, BUT AFTER 2 SECONDS PICS BACK UP WHERE IT LEFT OFF. IT HAPPENS ANY WHERE F... Read more
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Sep 18, 2012
Incident date: Sep 1, 2012
MY JEEP COMPASS IS ONLY 4 YEARS OLD AND HAS 35000 MILES ON IT. THE LOWER CONTROL ARMS AND TIE RODS NEED TO BE REPLACED. SO FAR THIS IS COSTING ME $500.00. AND I AM NOT DONE YET. WITH A NAME LIKE JEEP I WOULD THINK IT WOULD BE A BETTER BUILT CAR. TO ME THIS IS NOT NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR. AND UNACCEPTAB... Read more
SUSPENSION
Sep 18, 2012
Incident date: Sep 1, 2012
MY JEEP COMPASS IS ONLY 4 YEARS OLD AND HAS 35000 MILES ON IT. THE LOWER CONTROL ARMS AND TIE RODS NEED TO BE REPLACED. SO FAR THIS IS COSTING ME $500.00. AND I AM NOT DONE YET. WITH A NAME LIKE JEEP I WOULD THINK IT WOULD BE A BETTER BUILT CAR. TO ME THIS IS NOT NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR. AND UNACCEPTAB... Read more
SUSPENSION
Sep 13, 2012
Incident date: Sep 6, 2012
MY JEEP COMPASS IS ONLY 4 YEARS OLD AND THE LOWER CONTROL ARMS AND THE TIE RODS NEED REPLACED. SO FAR IT HAS COST ME $500.00 AND I AM NOT DONE YET. WITH A NAME LIKE JEEP I WOULD THINK IT WOULD BE A BETTER BUILT VEHICLE. I CAN SEE THIS HAPPENING AFTER 10 YEARS WITH SOME OFF ROADING. TO ME THIS IS NOT... Read more
SUSPENSION
Jun 18, 2012
Incident date: Jun 18, 2012
HAD TO HAVE LOWER BALL JOINTS REPLACED. AT ONLY 26,000 MILES ALL UNDER NORMAL DRIVING CONDITIONS. *TR
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Mar 18, 2012
Incident date: Mar 12, 2012
I'VE HAD BRAKE NOISES FROM MY 2008 JEEP COMPASS SINCE ABOUT 500 MILES. I'VE TAKEN IT TO THE DEALER OVER FOUR TIMES, AND THEY HAVE DONE NOTHING TO FIX THE PROBLEM. THE ENGINE OR TRANSMISSION ALSO MAKES A TERRIBLE NOISE/VIBRATION WHEN STOPPED FOR A LIGHT OR OTHER SITUATION AFTER IT IS WARMED UP.. ... Read more
SUSPENSION
Mar 2, 2012
Incident date: Feb 27, 2012
THE LOWER BALL JOINTS WERE LOOSE AND THE LOWER CONTROL ARM BUSHING WERE WORN OUT. THE MECHANIC REPLACED RIGHT AND LEFT LOWER CONTROL ARMS AND INSTALLED NEW PINCH BOLTS, NUTS AND WASHERS. MY VEHICLE HAD ONLY 43,000 MILES WHEN THE ISSUE WAS DETECTED. I DO NOT DRIVE ON DIRT ROADS AND/OR DO ANY OFF ROAD... Read more
SUSPENSION
Nov 14, 2011
Incident date: Nov 1, 2011
REPLACE DRIVER SIDE LOWER BALL JOINT AND BOTH TIE ROD ENDS. *TR
SUSPENSION
Sep 29, 2011
Incident date: Sep 12, 2011
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 JEEP COMPASS. THE CONTACT STATED THE FRONT SUSPENSION, BALL JOINTS AND TIE ROD ENDS HAD TO REPLACED. THE ENTIRE FRONT SUSPENSION WAS LOOSE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR ROUTINE MAINTENANCE AND DURING INSPECTION THEY NOTICED THE FAILURE ON THE FRONT SUSPENSION. ... Read more
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Jul 18, 2011
Incident date: Jun 18, 2011
MY 2008 JEEP COMPASS BEGAN MAKING A LOUD NOISE A FEW MONTHS AGO. I RECENTLY BROUGHT IT IN AND HAD THE CONTROL ARMS REPLACED, BALL JOINTS, REAR BRAKES AND HAD AN ALIGNMENT. AFTER I LEFT THE CAR BEGAN SHAKING ON THE HIGHWAY AND WHILE BRAKING, I BROUGHT IT BACK AND WAS TOLD THAT I NOW NEEDED TIE RODS... Read more
STEERING
Jul 18, 2011
Incident date: Jun 18, 2011
MY 2008 JEEP COMPASS BEGAN MAKING A LOUD NOISE A FEW MONTHS AGO. I RECENTLY BROUGHT IT IN AND HAD THE CONTROL ARMS REPLACED, BALL JOINTS, REAR BRAKES AND HAD AN ALIGNMENT. AFTER I LEFT THE CAR BEGAN SHAKING ON THE HIGHWAY AND WHILE BRAKING, I BROUGHT IT BACK AND WAS TOLD THAT I NOW NEEDED TIE RODS... Read more
WHEELS
Jul 18, 2011
Incident date: Jun 18, 2011
MY 2008 JEEP COMPASS BEGAN MAKING A LOUD NOISE A FEW MONTHS AGO. I RECENTLY BROUGHT IT IN AND HAD THE CONTROL ARMS REPLACED, BALL JOINTS, REAR BRAKES AND HAD AN ALIGNMENT. AFTER I LEFT THE CAR BEGAN SHAKING ON THE HIGHWAY AND WHILE BRAKING, I BROUGHT IT BACK AND WAS TOLD THAT I NOW NEEDED TIE RODS... Read more
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
May 16, 2011
Incident date: May 16, 2011
THE FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT ON MY VEHICLE IS BROKEN JUST AFTER 2 YEARS AND 2 MONTHS FROM THE PURCHASE DATE (NEW VEHICLE). *TR
TIRES
May 16, 2011
Incident date: May 16, 2011
THE FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT ON MY VEHICLE IS BROKEN JUST AFTER 2 YEARS AND 2 MONTHS FROM THE PURCHASE DATE (NEW VEHICLE). *TR
SUSPENSION:FRONT
Jan 19, 2011
Incident date: Jan 19, 2011
NORMAL DRIVING CONDITIONS. LIVE IN OHIO. I WAS TOLD TODAY THAT THE LEFT LOWER CONTROL ARM AND CONTROL ARM PIVOT BOLTS NEED REPLACED. APPARENTLY, THE BALL JOINT BEARING INSIDE THE LOWER CONTROL ARM IS ALREADY BAD. CHRYSLER JEEP HAS NOT GREASED THE BEARING WHEN PACKING THE BALL JOINT INTO THE CONTROL... Read more
STEERING
Jan 19, 2011
Incident date: Jan 19, 2011
NORMAL DRIVING CONDITIONS. LIVE IN OHIO. I WAS TOLD TODAY THAT THE LEFT LOWER CONTROL ARM AND CONTROL ARM PIVOT BOLTS NEED REPLACED. APPARENTLY, THE BALL JOINT BEARING INSIDE THE LOWER CONTROL ARM IS ALREADY BAD. CHRYSLER JEEP HAS NOT GREASED THE BEARING WHEN PACKING THE BALL JOINT INTO THE CONTROL... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Jan 19, 2011
Incident date: Jan 19, 2011
THE ROTORS ON MY JEEP COMPASS WERE MANUFACTURED TOO SOFT, SO THEY ARE WARPING NOW. DEALER SAID THAT I HAVE 40% BRAKE PAD LEFT, BUT THE REASON THE ROTORS ARE BAD IS BECAUSE THE ROTORS WERE MANUFACTURED TO SOFT, AND NOW THERE IS A SERVICE BULLETIN OUT TO PUT MORE DURABLE ROTORS ON THE VEHICLE. *TR
STRUCTURE
Dec 13, 2010
Incident date: Mar 1, 2009
I HAVE HAD THE SAME PROBLEM WITH THE WATER COMING IN THROUGH THE MAP LIGHT, MY 2008 JEEP COMPASS HAS BEEN TO THE DEALER 3 TIME'S, THE WHOLE SUN ROOF AND EVERYTHING AROUND IT HAS BEEN REPLACED, I WAS TOLD TOO MUCH INSULATION WAS PUT IN BY THE DOOR AREA. WHO KNOWS THE REAL PROBLEM. *TR
VISIBILITY
Dec 13, 2010
Incident date: Mar 1, 2009
I HAVE HAD THE SAME PROBLEM WITH THE WATER COMING IN THROUGH THE MAP LIGHT, MY 2008 JEEP COMPASS HAS BEEN TO THE DEALER 3 TIME'S, THE WHOLE SUN ROOF AND EVERYTHING AROUND IT HAS BEEN REPLACED, I WAS TOLD TOO MUCH INSULATION WAS PUT IN BY THE DOOR AREA. WHO KNOWS THE REAL PROBLEM. *TR
INTERIOR LIGHTING
Dec 9, 2010
Incident date: Nov 28, 2010
AFTER ANY RAIN STORM, THE MAP LIGHTS BECOME FILLED WITH WATER AND LEAK. REPEATED OCCURRENCE, HAS BEEN TO THE DEALER TO BE "REPAIRED" THREE TIMES (AND COUNTING). WATER WILL SPILL OUT UNEXPECTEDLY, EVEN WHILE DRIVING. HAVE OFTEN BEEN SURPRISED BY SUDDEN "GUSH" OF WATER, WHICH IS A MAJOR DISTRACTION... Read more
STRUCTURE
Sep 30, 2010
Incident date: Sep 15, 2010
AFTER A HEAVY RAIN, THE MAP LIGHTS BECOME FILLED WITH WATER AND LEAK. *TR
INTERIOR LIGHTING
Sep 30, 2010
Incident date: Sep 15, 2010
AFTER A HEAVY RAIN, THE MAP LIGHTS BECOME FILLED WITH WATER AND LEAK. *TR
Technical Service Bulletins, 2008 JEEP COMPASS FWD
44 manufacturer communications from 29 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 8 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 6 |
| 103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM) | 6 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 4 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 3 |
| 150000 SEAT BELTS | 2 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 2 |
| 353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM) | 1 |
9100226
Sep 15, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is an error with the wiring diagrams in Service Library that is causing
9100226
Sep 15, 2023
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is an error with the wiring diagrams in Service Library that is causing
23-015-20
Apr 30, 2020
160000 STRUCTURE
Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19
23-015-20
Apr 30, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19
08-049-20
Apr 22, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are nece
08-049-20
Apr 22, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are nece
3100619
Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
3100319
Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
3100619
Nov 20, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
3100519
Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
31-005-19
Nov 20, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
31-005-19
Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
31-003-19
Nov 20, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
31-006-19
Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
9003220
Aug 7, 2019
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
RADIO [RES] - New and/or Service Exchange For RES radio concerns. Use the wiTECH 2.0 and inspect the radio part number and serial number under the Radio/ECU Details tab. Please verify that the radio part number and/or serial number is not
9003220
Aug 7, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
RADIO [RES] - New and/or Service Exchange For RES radio concerns. Use the wiTECH 2.0 and inspect the radio part number and serial number under the Radio/ECU Details tab. Please verify that the radio part number and/or serial number is not
9003687
Mar 8, 2017
150000 SEAT BELTS
Restraints Remove I-Sheet from packaging. Correct information sheet (I-Sheet) has been added to Star Parts. Print I-Sheet for technician use.
9003681
Mar 1, 2017
150000 SEAT BELTS
Restraints Information Sheet (I-Sheet) has been added to Star Parts. Print I-Sheet for technician use.
08-052-16
Apr 30, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Flash: UConnect and Voice Recognition Inoperative This bulletin involves replacing the Hands Free Module (HFM). The customer may describe the following conditions: ? A complete loss of UConnect operation. ? A complete loss of Voice Reco
08-052-16
Apr 30, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Flash: UConnect and Voice Recognition Inoperative This bulletin involves replacing the Hands Free Module (HFM). The customer may describe the following conditions: ? A complete loss of UConnect operation. ? A complete loss of Voice Reco
08-052-16
Apr 30, 2016
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Flash: UConnect and Voice Recognition Inoperative This bulletin involves replacing the Hands Free Module (HFM). The customer may describe the following conditions: ? A complete loss of UConnect operation. ? A complete loss of Voice Reco
08-052-16
Apr 30, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Flash: UConnect and Voice Recognition Inoperative This bulletin involves replacing the Hands Free Module (HFM). The customer may describe the following conditions: ? A complete loss of UConnect operation. ? A complete loss of Voice Reco
R2118796A
Feb 26, 2016
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling.
RL108213A$
Jan 26, 2016
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
NAG1 (5A580) Valve Body As per Warranty Bulletin D-13-22, please use R2108213A$ valve body for all Warranty (W), Mopar (M) and Mopar Vehicle Protection (F) claims.~ Assembly also includes Filter (52108325AA) and Gasket (52108332AA).~
9003215
Feb 12, 2015
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Part Description: 5.7L Long Block Issue Description: This 5.7L Long Block Assembly is compatible with both EGR and Non-EGR applications. An EGR Block-Off Plate (53032739AA) must be ordered when installing this Long Block Assembly in a
9002519
Mar 20, 2013
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
82212076, 82203694 - Fabric Cleaner This "fabric cleaner" is not intended for sale in California, the otc states (Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington dc
SB-08-024-10
Sep 22, 2010
091200 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM
DODGE: FUEL GAUGE FLUCTUATION. FUEL GAUGE IS NOT ACCURATE OR FLUCTUATES AT 3/4 OF A TANK OR ABOVE. THIS BULLETIN INVOLVES REPLACING THE FUEL SENDING UNIT, CLOCKING THE FUEL MODULE AND INSTALLING A FUEL JUMPER HOSE. *PE
SB-05-003-09
Aug 5, 2009
250000 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL
JEEP: FULL ESP OFF FUNCTION. INVOLVES SELECTIVELY ERASING AND REPROGRAMMING THE ANTI LOCK BRAKE/ELECTRONIC STABILITY MODULE (ABS) WITH NEW SOFTWARE. *PE
SB-05-003-09
Aug 5, 2009
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
JEEP: FULL ESP OFF FUNCTION. INVOLVES SELECTIVELY ERASING AND REPROGRAMMING THE ANTI LOCK BRAKE/ELECTRONIC STABILITY MODULE (ABS) WITH NEW SOFTWARE. *PE
SB-05-003-09
Aug 5, 2009
046100 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
JEEP: FULL ESP OFF FUNCTION. INVOLVES SELECTIVELY ERASING AND REPROGRAMMING THE ANTI LOCK BRAKE/ELECTRONIC STABILITY MODULE (ABS) WITH NEW SOFTWARE. *PE
SB-05-003-09
Aug 5, 2009
046000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK
JEEP: FULL ESP OFF FUNCTION. INVOLVES SELECTIVELY ERASING AND REPROGRAMMING THE ANTI LOCK BRAKE/ELECTRONIC STABILITY MODULE (ABS) WITH NEW SOFTWARE. *PE
SB-J19
Aug 1, 2009
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
CHRYSLER/JEEP/DODGE: CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS WARRANTY ADDENDUM. THE WARRANTY BOOK ON CERTAIN VEHICLES MAY CONTAIN ERRORS OR MAY BE MISSING INFORMATION REGARDING THE COPONENTS COVERED BY THE CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS WARRANTY. DODGE-CARAVAN/GRAND
SB-J19
Aug 1, 2009
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
CHRYSLER/JEEP/DODGE: CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS WARRANTY ADDENDUM. THE WARRANTY BOOK ON CERTAIN VEHICLES MAY CONTAIN ERRORS OR MAY BE MISSING INFORMATION REGARDING THE COPONENTS COVERED BY THE CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS WARRANTY. DODGE-CARAVAN/GRAND
05-004-08
Oct 30, 2008
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
CHRYSLER/JEEP: FLASH: FULL ESP OFF FUNCTION. UNABLE TO INVOKE THE ESP OFF FEATURE. PRESSING AND HOLDING THE ESP BUTTON FOR FIVE SECONDS, NOT ABLE TO SEE THE ESP OFF VERBIAGE DISPLAYED IN THE ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) A
05-004-08
Oct 30, 2008
350000 EQUIPMENT
CHRYSLER/JEEP: FLASH: FULL ESP OFF FUNCTION. UNABLE TO INVOKE THE ESP OFF FEATURE. PRESSING AND HOLDING THE ESP BUTTON FOR FIVE SECONDS, NOT ABLE TO SEE THE ESP OFF VERBIAGE DISPLAYED IN THE ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) A
05-004-08
Oct 30, 2008
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
CHRYSLER/JEEP: FLASH: FULL ESP OFF FUNCTION. UNABLE TO INVOKE THE ESP OFF FEATURE. PRESSING AND HOLDING THE ESP BUTTON FOR FIVE SECONDS, NOT ABLE TO SEE THE ESP OFF VERBIAGE DISPLAYED IN THE ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) A
1801108 REVB
Jun 18, 2008
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
FLASH: MIL ILLUMINATION WITH DTC P0139 OR 02270. THIS BULLETIN INVOLVES SELECTIVELY ERASING AND REPROGRAMMING THE POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM). *PE
21-014-08
May 9, 2008
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
FLASH: INCORRECT REPORTING OF DTC P0730 FOR DTC P0717. *NJ
18-019-08
Apr 25, 2008
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
FLASH: MIL ILLUMINATION WITH DTC P2173. *NJ
18-017-08
Apr 23, 2008
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
FLASH: IDLE VIBRATION FROM A STOP WITH CLOSED THROTTLE. *NJ
18-016-08
Apr 23, 2008
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
FLASH: MIL ILLUMINATION WITH DTC P0171. *NJ
18-011-08
Mar 20, 2008
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
FLASH: MILL ILLUMINATION WITH DTC P0139 OR P2270. *NJ
21-011-08
Mar 7, 2008
102000 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
GEAR CLASH/DIFFICULT TO SHIFT - THIS BULLETIN INVOLVES REPLACING THE 3RD/4TH/5TH & REVERSE GEAR SYNCHRONIZER (BLOCKER) RINGS TOGETHER AS A SET IF A DE-BONDING CONDITION IS FOUND. *NJ
2304106
Aug 8, 2007
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
EXTERIOR LAMP - LENS FOGGING. *NJ
JEEP COMPASS FWD - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the JEEP COMPASS FWD across all model years (2007, 2010).
4
Total Recalls
101
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
1
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths