2009 JEEP COMPASS
1 recalls, 60 complaints - 64 TSBs
08V528000 Oct 9, 2008
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
Defect Description
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING 712 MY 2009 SEBRING, DODGE CALIBER, AVENGER, JOURNEY, JEEP PATRIOT, AND COMPASS VEHICLES. A NEW ADHESIVE USED IN THE POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) MANUFACTURING PROCESS CAN CAUSE THE PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD TO BREAK.
Consequence
THIS CAN CAUSE THE ENGINE TO STALL AND CAUSE A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE PCM FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 10, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
Complaint Statistics
60 total complaints
3 crashes 2 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| SUSPENSION | 11 |
| ENGINE | 6 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 6 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 6 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 4 |
| AIR BAGS | 4 |
| STEERING | 3 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 2 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 2 |
| POWER TRAIN | 2 |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Feb 1, 2024
Incident date: Jan 25, 2024
Issue 1: Car is currently @ dealership for recall 23E09 Emissions. Dealership is currently unable to resolve error codes and reset, they believe due to a bad battery, car has less than 15k on it. They are obtaining a new battery. This recall has net even made it into your database yet. Issue 2: The... Read more
ENGINE
Nov 14, 2023
Incident date: Nov 10, 2023
When cold starting the vehicle, it makes a loud knocking noise for several seconds. I looked this up online and apparently it's a problem with the Cam Phasers. A recall was issued for trucks made in two of their plants. Left unrepaired, this will cause slack in the timing chain, which can lead to... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jun 3, 2023
Incident date: May 15, 2023
The computer/screen died disabling most of the essential controls/functions of the vehicle including: hands free calling, control of the temperature/air flow, park assist/safety options, security features. This issue also disabled the ability to control other functions such as the windshield wipers ... Read more
BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS
Jun 3, 2023
Incident date: May 15, 2023
The computer/screen died disabling most of the essential controls/functions of the vehicle including: hands free calling, control of the temperature/air flow, park assist/safety options, security features. This issue also disabled the ability to control other functions such as the windshield wipers ... Read more
ENGINE
Oct 6, 2022
Incident date: Mar 1, 2022
The contact owns a 2009 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that the brake pedal would depress to the floorboard with several warning lights illuminated. The contact also stated that the vehicle would overheat with the temperature gauge indicating that the engine was hot. The contact had taken the vehi... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Oct 6, 2022
Incident date: Mar 1, 2022
The contact owns a 2009 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that the brake pedal would depress to the floorboard with several warning lights illuminated. The contact also stated that the vehicle would overheat with the temperature gauge indicating that the engine was hot. The contact had taken the vehi... Read more
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC):CONTROL MODULE
Oct 6, 2022
Incident date: Mar 1, 2022
The contact owns a 2009 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that the brake pedal would depress to the floorboard with several warning lights illuminated. The contact also stated that the vehicle would overheat with the temperature gauge indicating that the engine was hot. The contact had taken the vehi... Read more
SUSPENSION
Aug 29, 2022
Incident date: May 24, 2021
I was informed about my rotting subframe on my 2009 Jeep Compass about a year ago. I took it to a Jeep dealer for a second opinion as well as contacted Jeep. I was told about some extended warranty that I was not eligible for. Now, 1 year later, my vehicle will not pass inspection without replace... Read more
SUSPENSION
Mar 18, 2020
Incident date: Mar 17, 2020
FRONT KFRAME/SUBFRAME CROSS MEMBER RUSTED INTO. FRONT OF LF LOWER CONTROL ARM PULLED OUT OF SUBRAME BECAUSE SUBFRAME WAS RUSTED INTO AT THAT SPOT. ALSO BACK SEEM FROM LEFT SIDE ALL THE WAY TO RIGHT SIDE HAS ABOUT A 1 INCH SEAM/TEAR FROM RUST
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Feb 1, 2020
Incident date: Jan 17, 2020
SEEMS TO BE AN ISSUE FOR A LOT OF PEOPLE THROUGHOUT CHRYSLER VEHICLES. I WAS DRIVING WHEN THE ENGINE CUT DOWN TO 30 MPH AND INDICATOR LIGHTS CAME ON, ENGINE LIGHT, TRACTION CONTROL AND "RED LIGHTNING BOLT" (ETC ELECTRONIC THROTTLEBODY CONTROL). WHAT IS HAPPENING IS YOUR COMPUTER HAS DETECTED SOMETHI... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Nov 26, 2019
Incident date: Nov 22, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 JEEP COMPASS. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED BY FERRARIO AUTO TEAM OF SAYRE (102 SPRING ST, SAYRE, PA 18840, (570) 888-2367) THAT THE VEHICLE'S FRONT CROSS MEMBER BAR WAS CORRODED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE CONTACT WAS ALSO INFORMED THAT THERE WAS AN EXTENDED WARRANTY FOR T... Read more
AIR BAGS
Oct 18, 2019
Incident date: Jul 29, 2019
THE AIRBAG LIGHT HAS MAINTAINED ITSELF ON APPROXIMATELY THREE MONTHS, AND EVERY 10-15 MINUTES IT SENDS ME AN ALARM, WARNING ME THAT SOMETHING IS WRONG, AND THAT THE AIRBAG IS NOT FUNCTIONING ACCORDINGLY.THIS HAPPENS EVERY TIME THE VEHICLE IS BEING IN USE AND IN MARCH.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Aug 15, 2019
Incident date: Aug 14, 2019
2009 JEEP COMPASS MANUAL TRANSMISSION ENGINE STALLING INTERMITTENTLY AT HIGHWAY SPEED AND ALSO AT IDLING. HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES, BUT USUALLY STARTS BACK UP AFTER A SHORT PERIOD OF TIME. ALSO, VEHICLE WILL INTERMITTENTLY NOT START, ALL LIGHTS ON DASH LIGHT UP, BATTERY IS GOOD, NOTHING WRONG WIT... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 15, 2019
Incident date: Aug 14, 2019
2009 JEEP COMPASS MANUAL TRANSMISSION ENGINE STALLING INTERMITTENTLY AT HIGHWAY SPEED AND ALSO AT IDLING. HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES, BUT USUALLY STARTS BACK UP AFTER A SHORT PERIOD OF TIME. ALSO, VEHICLE WILL INTERMITTENTLY NOT START, ALL LIGHTS ON DASH LIGHT UP, BATTERY IS GOOD, NOTHING WRONG WIT... Read more
ENGINE
Aug 15, 2019
Incident date: Aug 14, 2019
2009 JEEP COMPASS MANUAL TRANSMISSION ENGINE STALLING INTERMITTENTLY AT HIGHWAY SPEED AND ALSO AT IDLING. HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES, BUT USUALLY STARTS BACK UP AFTER A SHORT PERIOD OF TIME. ALSO, VEHICLE WILL INTERMITTENTLY NOT START, ALL LIGHTS ON DASH LIGHT UP, BATTERY IS GOOD, NOTHING WRONG WIT... Read more
AIR BAGS
Apr 24, 2019
Incident date: Apr 24, 2019
TAKATA RECALL...AIRBAG LIGHT IS ON AND THERES NOTHING/ NOBODY IN PASSENGER SEAT.
STRUCTURE:BODY
Oct 24, 2018
Incident date: Oct 23, 2018
FRONT SUBFRAME ROTTED OUT ON 2009 WITH ONLY 90,000 MILES. THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE IF DRIVING AND BRAKES, WHICH COULD CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY AND/OR DEATH TO MYSELF OR OTHERS. MY MECHANIC SAID THIS SHOULD NOT BE THIS ROTTED FOR A CAR OF THIS AGE. I BROUGHT IT TO MECHANIC FOR LEAKING OIL, AND WHEN HE LIFT... Read more
SUSPENSION
Aug 20, 2018
Incident date: Aug 20, 2018
MY SON CAME FROM GETTING AN OIL CHANGE AND WAS TOLD HIS JEEP COMPASS IS DANGEROUS TO BE ON THE ROAD. FRONT SUB FRAME IS RUSTED OUT AND COULD BE VERY DANGEROUS. SUBFRAME SHOULD NOT BE BAD ON A 2009 VEHICLE.
STRUCTURE:BODY
Aug 12, 2018
Incident date: Jul 10, 2018
THE FRONT CROSS MEMBER IS RUSTED OUT TOTALLY. CANNOT BE DRIVEN VERY UNSAFE
ENGINE
Jun 6, 2018
Incident date: Apr 20, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 JEEP COMPASS. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO COAST TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO RESTART THE ENGINE, BUT WAS UNSUCCESSFUL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE RECURRED THREE TIMES. THE V... Read more
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
Jun 6, 2018
Incident date: Apr 20, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 JEEP COMPASS. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO COAST TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO RESTART THE ENGINE, BUT WAS UNSUCCESSFUL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE RECURRED THREE TIMES. THE V... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Nov 23, 2017
Incident date: Nov 23, 2017
VEHICLE STATIONARY-ENGINE LIGHT STAYS ON EVERY TIME I PUT GAS IN VEHICLE DUE TO SMALL LEAK IN EMISSION SYSTEM AT GAS FILL NECK AND GAS CAP. APPEARS TO BE DUE TO FORMATION OF BROWN SUBSTANCE ON METAL GAS NECK. NEW GAS CAP HELPS FOR ABOUT 3 OR 4 FILL-UPS BEFORE IT BECOMES CONTAMINATED WITH THE BROW... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Nov 9, 2017
Incident date: Nov 9, 2017
IN THE LAST FOUR YEARS, I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE THE CONTROL ARMS ON BOTH THE DRIVER SIDE AND THE PASSENGER SIDE, I JUST FOUND OUT THAT BOTH ARE NEED OF REPLACEMENT AGAIN AND IT THE COST IS OUT OF THIS WORLD. JEEP NEEDS TO TAKE CARE OF THIS. I UNDERSTAND I AM NOT THE ONLY ONE WITH THIS ISSUE.
SUSPENSION
Nov 9, 2017
Incident date: Nov 9, 2017
IN THE LAST FOUR YEARS, I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE THE CONTROL ARMS ON BOTH THE DRIVER SIDE AND THE PASSENGER SIDE, I JUST FOUND OUT THAT BOTH ARE NEED OF REPLACEMENT AGAIN AND IT THE COST IS OUT OF THIS WORLD. JEEP NEEDS TO TAKE CARE OF THIS. I UNDERSTAND I AM NOT THE ONLY ONE WITH THIS ISSUE.
AIR BAGS
Jul 19, 2017
Incident date: Sep 1, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 JEEP COMPASS. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND THE ANTI LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM, ELECTRONIC STABILITY PROGRAM, AND TRACTION WARNING INDICATORS WOULD REMAIN ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC OR LOCAL DE... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jul 19, 2017
Incident date: Sep 1, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 JEEP COMPASS. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND THE ANTI LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM, ELECTRONIC STABILITY PROGRAM, AND TRACTION WARNING INDICATORS WOULD REMAIN ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC OR LOCAL DE... Read more
TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM
Jul 19, 2017
Incident date: Sep 1, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 JEEP COMPASS. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND THE ANTI LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM, ELECTRONIC STABILITY PROGRAM, AND TRACTION WARNING INDICATORS WOULD REMAIN ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC OR LOCAL DE... Read more
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Jul 19, 2017
Incident date: Sep 1, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 JEEP COMPASS. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND THE ANTI LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM, ELECTRONIC STABILITY PROGRAM, AND TRACTION WARNING INDICATORS WOULD REMAIN ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC OR LOCAL DE... Read more
SUSPENSION
Apr 25, 2017
Incident date: Jul 21, 2015
PREMATURE FAILURE (46700 MILES) OF BOTH LEFT AND RIGHT LOWER CONTROL ARMS FOUND DURING ANNUAL STATE INSPECTION. REPLACED BOTH LOWER CONTROL ARMS.
SUSPENSION
Apr 17, 2017
Incident date: Dec 23, 2016
I WAS DRIVING TO WORK DEC 23 MORNING AND REAR SUB FRAME BROKE AWAY FROM CONTROL ARM SENDING ME IN THE DITCH..LUCKY IT WAS 25 MPH. HAD LOCAL CHRYSLER DEALER LOOK AT IT AND BECAUSE IT WAS.MADE IT CANADA THEY WON'T FIX IT UNDER THE EXTENDED WARRNTY.. I JUST GOT THIS IN JUNE, AND STILL OWE 6500 ON IT..... Read more
Crash
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mar 3, 2017
Incident date: Jul 11, 2016
THEY (DEALERS) KEEP SAYING MY WIRING HARNESS NEEDS REPLACE. THEY REPLACE IT ONCE ON 7/11/16 CAUSE MY RADIATOR FAN WOULD NOT COME ON AND THEY REPLACE THE TIMP. NOW THE FAN WON'T TURN OFF EVEN WHEN THE KEY IS OUT. MILES ON THIS IS 130,859 I BELIEVE THERE A ISSUE WITH THIS WIRING HARNESS P/N 68043111A... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Jan 10, 2017
Incident date: Dec 14, 2016
THE FRONT SUBFRAME IS ROTTED. THIS WAS NOTICED WHEN GETTING AN OIL CHANGE.
ENGINE
Dec 12, 2016
Incident date: Nov 1, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 JEEP COMPASS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENGINE EMITTED A LOUD NOISE WHILE DRIVING. THE CONTACT INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND OBSERVED THAT THE ENGINE CRADLE WAS CORRODED DUE TO DEFECTIVE METAL. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Nov 17, 2016
Incident date: Feb 3, 2011
WHEN IT RAINS, WATER POURS INTO THE CABIN FROM THE DOME LIGHT WHILE DRIVING. WATER ALSO POOLS IN THE PASSENGER SIDE FLOOR.
SUSPENSION
Nov 14, 2016
Incident date: Nov 5, 2016
SUBFRAME ROT. AT 70,000 MILE STEERING CONTROL WAS LOST DUE TO A CRACK IN THE FRONT SUBFRAME CAUSED BY EXCESSIVE RUST/ROT. LUCKILY THERE WERE NO INJURIES SINCE THIS HAPPENED AT LOW SPEED. THE FRONT SUBFRAME HAD A COMPLETE FAILURE WITH A 12 INCH LATERAL CRACK THROUGH THE CROSS MEMBER. THIS CAUSED TOT... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Oct 5, 2016
Incident date: Oct 4, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 JEEP COMPASS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE STATIONARY, THE CROSS MEMBER OF THE VEHICLE WAS RUSTED SEVERELY. THE VEHICLE WAS DIAGNOSED AS NEEDING THE CROSS MEMBER REPLACED. IT WAS UNKNOWN WHERE THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUF... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Apr 24, 2016
Incident date: Mar 25, 2016
OUR JEEP HAS A ROTTED SUBFRAME WHICH POSES A SAFETY RISK. WE HAVE THE LIFETIME MAXCARE WARRANTY WITH CHRYSLER, HOWEVER, THEY DENIED OUR CLAIM AND ADVISED US TO CONTACT JEEP, BUT JEEP INDICATED THEY COULD DO NOTHING. $3000 REPAIR!!!! WE HAVE REPLACED BEARINGS OVER 6 TIMES IN THIS VEHICLE TOO. ... Read more
SUSPENSION
Nov 13, 2015
Incident date: Nov 8, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 JEEP COMPASS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL NOISE COMING FROM THE ENGINE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRAME THAT HOLDS THE MOTOR WAS CORRODED AND WAS UNSAFE TO DRIVE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WA... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jul 29, 2015
Incident date: Jul 12, 2015
TRANSMISSION OVERHEATED AND VEHICLE LOST POWER,ALWAYS REPLACING ROTORS,BEARINGS, AND HAD TO HAVE MAJOR WORK AT EVERY INSPECTION MY MECHANIC SUGGESTED I GET RID OF THE VEHICLE RIGHT AWAY BECAUSE OF HOW CHEAPLY THE FRAME WORK IS VERY UNSAFE!!
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jul 21, 2015
Incident date: May 15, 2015
ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL HAS SEVERE PROBLEM, ALMOST STALLING OUT AT HIGHWAY SPEED. IAM SCARED OF A 'STALL-OUT" WHILE IN TRAFFIC THAT COULD RESULT IN SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH. FIRST SEVERE OCCURRANCE WAS ON MAY 15TH,2015. AND HAS BEEN OCCURRING FREQUENTLY EVERSINCE.
ENGINE
Jul 21, 2015
Incident date: May 15, 2015
ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL HAS SEVERE PROBLEM, ALMOST STALLING OUT AT HIGHWAY SPEED. IAM SCARED OF A 'STALL-OUT" WHILE IN TRAFFIC THAT COULD RESULT IN SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH. FIRST SEVERE OCCURRANCE WAS ON MAY 15TH,2015. AND HAS BEEN OCCURRING FREQUENTLY EVERSINCE.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jul 21, 2015
Incident date: May 15, 2015
ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL HAS SEVERE PROBLEM, ALMOST STALLING OUT AT HIGHWAY SPEED. IAM SCARED OF A 'STALL-OUT" WHILE IN TRAFFIC THAT COULD RESULT IN SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH. FIRST SEVERE OCCURRANCE WAS ON MAY 15TH,2015. AND HAS BEEN OCCURRING FREQUENTLY EVERSINCE.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jul 18, 2015
Incident date: May 12, 2009
THE DRAIN IN THE SUNROOF IS DEFECTIVE. THERE ARE A LOT OF COMPLAINTS ON THE INTERNET OF THIS PROBLEM. I CONSTANTLY "CLEAR THE DRAIN AS TOLD BY THE CAR DEALERSHIP" BUT THE DRAIN STILL LEAKS WHILE YOU ARE DRIVING AND THIS BECOMES A MAJOR DISTRACTION. THE WATER IS DRIPPING FROM MY OVERHEAD LIGHTS D... Read more
SUSPENSION
Sep 29, 2014
Incident date: Sep 19, 2014
NEW TIRES AT 36000, AND BREAKS AND WAS TOLD FRONT TIE ROD NEED REPLACEMENT. *TR
STEERING
Sep 29, 2014
Incident date: Sep 19, 2014
NEW TIRES AT 36000, AND BREAKS AND WAS TOLD FRONT TIE ROD NEED REPLACEMENT. *TR
AIR BAGS
Aug 4, 2014
Incident date: Jun 15, 2011
I HAD A TERRIBLE ACCIDENT. HIT THREE HARD OBJECTS,KNOCKING DOWN A TREE. THE AIRBAG SAFETY AND SEATBELT SYSTEM FAILED TO WORK, STRANGE THING, THE DRIVER SEAT DID NOT WORK AND THE PASSENGER EMPTY SEAT DID. THE JEEP WAS TOTAL. THE ROOTS OF THE TREE GOT INTO THE CABIN AN. BROKE MY FACE ALSO HURT MY ... Read more
Crash
1 injured
SEAT BELTS
Aug 4, 2014
Incident date: Jun 15, 2011
I HAD A TERRIBLE ACCIDENT. HIT THREE HARD OBJECTS,KNOCKING DOWN A TREE. THE AIRBAG SAFETY AND SEATBELT SYSTEM FAILED TO WORK, STRANGE THING, THE DRIVER SEAT DID NOT WORK AND THE PASSENGER EMPTY SEAT DID. THE JEEP WAS TOTAL. THE ROOTS OF THE TREE GOT INTO THE CABIN AN. BROKE MY FACE ALSO HURT MY ... Read more
Crash
1 injured
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jul 8, 2014
Incident date: Jun 16, 2014
MY 2009 JEEP COMPASS OVERHEATS ON LONG TRIPS. IT DOES A HIGH PITCHED WHINING NOISE AND THEN IT SLOWS DOWN TO 40 MPH AND WILL NOT ALLOW YOU TO GO FASTER. THIS IS VERY BAD WHEN YOU ARE ON INTERSTATE 5 WITH NO WAY TO PULL OVER AND GRANDCHILDREN IN THE CAR. VERY DANGEROUS. THIS HAS HAPPENED 3 TIMES.... Read more
SUSPENSION
Jun 14, 2013
Incident date: Apr 19, 2013
VEHICLE BEGAN MAKING A NOISE IN THE FRONT AT LOW SPEED, WHEN BACKING AT LOW SPEED AND SLIGHT FRONT VIBRATION AT NORMAL DRIVING SPEED. VEHICLE HAS BEEN MAINTAINED AT MANUFACTURER'S RECOMMENDATIONS AND DRIVEN AT NORMALLY EXPECTED CONDITIONS, NEVER INVOLVED IN ACCIDENT OR MISHAP CAUSING PROBLEMS WITH F... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Dec 26, 2012
Incident date: Dec 16, 2012
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 JEEP COMPASS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHTS FLASHED ON AND OFF AS THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED THE DEALER AND THE FAILURE WAS LOCATED AT THE INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER ADVISED THE CONTACT THAT T... Read more
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Technical Service Bulletins, 2009 JEEP COMPASS
64 manufacturer communications from 31 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 9 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 7 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 5 |
| 150000 SEAT BELTS | 4 |
| 162900 STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS | 3 |
| 010000 STEERING | 3 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 3 |
| 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 2 |
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
9004378
May 26, 2021
150000 SEAT BELTS
KEY, BLANK WITH TRANSMITTER Please note that after programming the new key integrated transmitter that Lock, Unlock and Remote Start will all function as expected but the Remote Start Cancel button requires a double (2x) button press versu
9004378
May 26, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
KEY, BLANK WITH TRANSMITTER Please note that after programming the new key integrated transmitter that Lock, Unlock and Remote Start will all function as expected but the Remote Start Cancel button requires a double (2x) button press versu
9004378
May 26, 2021
116340 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER
KEY, BLANK WITH TRANSMITTER Please note that after programming the new key integrated transmitter that Lock, Unlock and Remote Start will all function as expected but the Remote Start Cancel button requires a double (2x) button press versu
9004378
May 26, 2021
050000 PARKING BRAKE
KEY, BLANK WITH TRANSMITTER Please note that after programming the new key integrated transmitter that Lock, Unlock and Remote Start will all function as expected but the Remote Start Cancel button requires a double (2x) button press versu
9004378
May 26, 2021
050000 PARKING BRAKE
KEY, BLANK WITH TRANSMITTER Please note that after programming the new key integrated transmitter that Lock, Unlock and Remote Start will all function as expected but the Remote Start Cancel button requires a double (2x) button press versu
9004378
May 26, 2021
150000 SEAT BELTS
KEY, BLANK WITH TRANSMITTER Please note that after programming the new key integrated transmitter that Lock, Unlock and Remote Start will all function as expected but the Remote Start Cancel button requires a double (2x) button press versu
9004009
Apr 7, 2021
100000 POWER TRAIN
Transmission Kit with Torque Converter 1. All Promaster (VF) 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles. If the transmission bracket to the transmission case fasteners are removed during servicing, the fasteners (Part Number 06511385A$) are one-time usag
9004268
Jun 24, 2020
073300 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:THROTTLEBODY/MANIFOLD
THROTTLE BODY For clarification, only use 68414676A$ on 2010 & earlier vehicles as supply is limited.
9004268
Jun 24, 2020
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
THROTTLE BODY For clarification, only use 68414676A$ on 2010 & earlier vehicles as supply is limited.
9004266
Jun 17, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
TRANSMISSION, 5 Speed On replacing OE transmission 05106567A$/68042567A$ with reman transmission R8142074A$ replace with new Hydraulic Clutch Tube 05273429A$ to avoid interference with shift lever
9004265
Jun 17, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
TRANSMISSION, 5 Speed Replacing OE transmission 05106789A$/68042789A$ with reman transmission R8142073A$ replace with new Hydraulic Clutch Tube 05273429A$ to avoid interference with shift lever
9004266
Jun 17, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
TRANSMISSION, 5 Speed On replacing OE transmission 05106567A$/68042567A$ with reman transmission R8142074A$ replace with new Hydraulic Clutch Tube 05273429A$ to avoid interference with shift lever
9004265
Jun 17, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
TRANSMISSION, 5 Speed Replacing OE transmission 05106789A$/68042789A$ with reman transmission R8142073A$ replace with new Hydraulic Clutch Tube 05273429A$ to avoid interference with shift lever
23-015-20
Apr 30, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19
23-015-20
Apr 30, 2020
160000 STRUCTURE
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
3100419
Nov 20, 2019
130000 VISIBILITY
Authentic Mopar? Glass Replacement This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the recommended usage of Authentic Mopar? Glass.
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
2300717
Jul 13, 2017
010000 STEERING
This bulletin involves inspecting the front and rear crossmembers for perforation/rust through and if necessary, replacing the crossmember(s). Customers may describe a vibration at the steering wheel or may have been informed by a technicia
23-007-17 REV. B
Mar 10, 2017
010000 STEERING
Front And Rear Crossmember Corrosion (X69 Warranty Extension) This bulletin involves inspecting the front and rear crossmembers for perforation/rust through and if necessary, replacing the crossmember(s). Customers may describe a vibratio
23-007-17 REV. B
Mar 10, 2017
020000 SUSPENSION
Front And Rear Crossmember Corrosion (X69 Warranty Extension) This bulletin involves inspecting the front and rear crossmembers for perforation/rust through and if necessary, replacing the crossmember(s). Customers may describe a vibratio
23-007-17 REV. B
Mar 10, 2017
020000 SUSPENSION
Front And Rear Crossmember Corrosion (X69 Warranty Extension) This bulletin involves inspecting the front and rear crossmembers for perforation/rust through and if necessary, replacing the crossmember(s). Customers may describe a vibratio
23-007-17 REV. B
Mar 10, 2017
010000 STEERING
Front And Rear Crossmember Corrosion (X69 Warranty Extension) This bulletin involves inspecting the front and rear crossmembers for perforation/rust through and if necessary, replacing the crossmember(s). Customers may describe a vibratio
23-007-17 REV. B
Mar 10, 2017
200000 WHEELS
Front And Rear Crossmember Corrosion (X69 Warranty Extension) This bulletin involves inspecting the front and rear crossmembers for perforation/rust through and if necessary, replacing the crossmember(s). Customers may describe a vibratio
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.
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).~
9002887
Feb 11, 2015
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Part Description: Valve Body Assembly Issue Description: Valve body design was changed between 2010MY and 2011MY applications. To prevent mix matching valve bodies and solenoid packs the connectors are color coded.~ Valve bodies with
23-036-13
Nov 12, 2013
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
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
23-005-13
Feb 27, 2013
134000 VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
Water Leaks At The Front And/Or Rear Roof Area This bulletin involves inspecting the front and/or rear of the headliner for dampness. If necessary add additional seam sealer to the roof ditch and replacing the front and/or rear sunroof dra
23-005-13
Feb 27, 2013
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
23-005-13
Feb 27, 2013
162900 STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
Water Leaks At The Front And/Or Rear Roof Area This bulletin involves inspecting the front and/or rear of the headliner for dampness. If necessary add additional seam sealer to the roof ditch and replacing the front and/or rear sunroof dra
23-005-13
Feb 27, 2013
162900 STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
Water Leaks At The Front And/Or Rear Roof Area This bulletin involves inspecting the front and/or rear of the headliner for dampness. If necessary add additional seam sealer to the roof ditch and replacing the front and/or rear sunroof dra
23-005-13
Feb 27, 2013
160000 STRUCTURE
Water Leaks At The Front And/Or Rear Roof Area This bulletin involves inspecting the front and/or rear of the headliner for dampness. If necessary add additional seam sealer to the roof ditch and replacing the front and/or rear sunroof dra
23-005-13
Feb 27, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
Water Leaks At The Front And/Or Rear Roof Area This bulletin involves inspecting the front and/or rear of the headliner for dampness. If necessary add additional seam sealer to the roof ditch and replacing the front and/or rear sunroof dra
23-005-13
Feb 27, 2013
162900 STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
Water Leaks At The Front And/Or Rear Roof Area This bulletin involves inspecting the front and/or rear of the headliner for dampness. If necessary add additional seam sealer to the roof ditch and replacing the front and/or rear sunroof dra
23-005-13
Feb 27, 2013
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Water Leaks At The Front And/Or Rear Roof Area This bulletin involves inspecting the front and/or rear of the headliner for dampness. If necessary add additional seam sealer to the roof ditch and replacing the front and/or rear sunroof dra
09-001-13
Feb 6, 2013
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Gasoline Engine Diagnostic Inspection Procedure This bulletin provides a procedure to determine repair versus replacement of a gasoline long block engine assembly. This procedure is to be used prior to conducting any engine related repairs
09-001-13
Feb 6, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
Gasoline Engine Diagnostic Inspection Procedure This bulletin provides a procedure to determine repair versus replacement of a gasoline long block engine assembly. This procedure is to be used prior to conducting any engine related repairs
09-001-13
Feb 6, 2013
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Gasoline Engine Diagnostic Inspection Procedure This bulletin provides a procedure to determine repair versus replacement of a gasoline long block engine assembly. This procedure is to be used prior to conducting any engine related repairs
09-001-13
Feb 6, 2013
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Gasoline Engine Diagnostic Inspection Procedure This bulletin provides a procedure to determine repair versus replacement of a gasoline long block engine assembly. This procedure is to be used prior to conducting any engine related repairs
09-001-13
Feb 6, 2013
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Gasoline Engine Diagnostic Inspection Procedure This bulletin provides a procedure to determine repair versus replacement of a gasoline long block engine assembly. This procedure is to be used prior to conducting any engine related repairs
09-001-13
Feb 6, 2013
220000 SEATS
Gasoline Engine Diagnostic Inspection Procedure This bulletin provides a procedure to determine repair versus replacement of a gasoline long block engine assembly. This procedure is to be used prior to conducting any engine related repairs
18-009-11
Feb 18, 2011
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
CHRYSLER: MALFUNCTION INDICATION LIGHT IS ON AND THE PROCESS IS NOTED FOR SOFTWARE PROGRAMMING. 2011 COMPASS AND CALIBER. *RM
SB-24-001-11
Feb 5, 2011
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
CHRYSLER: THE HVAC BLOWER MOTOR STILL RUNS WHEN SWITCH IS IN THE OFF POSITION. 2011 PATRIOT AND COMPASS. *RM
RT-09-057
Sep 9, 2009
022000 SUSPENSION:REAR
CHRYSLER/JEEP: REAR STABILIZER BAR END LINK NUT TORQUE. VEHICLES WERE SHIPPED WITH REAR STABILIZER BAR END LINK NUTS INCORRECTLY TORQUES. *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
NHTSA Safety Investigations, JEEP COMPASS
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE22013
Opened: Dec 2, 2022 , Closed: Dec 10, 2023
False overheat leading to loss of motive power
On December 2, 2022, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened PE22-013 to investigate allegations of loss of motive power accompanied by high coolant temperature messages on the dashboard of Model Year 2019-2020 Jeep Compass vehicles. At the time this investigation was opened, ODI was aware ... Read more
AQ17004
Opened: Aug 18, 2017 , Closed: Nov 23, 2020
Northwest Chrysler Jeep Dodge Sale Issue
NHTSA opened AQ17-004 to determine whether Northwest Chrysler Jeep Dodge of Houston, Texas (Northwest) has complied with the requirements of the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act, 49 U.S.C. Chapter 301 (Safety Act) and its implementing regulations. The Safety Act requires, among other th... Read more
JEEP COMPASS - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the JEEP COMPASS across all model years (2007, 2023).
37
Total Recalls
6,081
Total Complaints
2
Investigations
275
Reported Crashes
97
Reported Fires
3
Reported Deaths
JEEP COMPASS - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 4 | View |
| 2025 | 0 | 43 | View |
| 2024 | 0 | 105 | View |
| 2023 | 2 | 76 | View |
| 2022 | 4 | 387 | View |
| 2021 | 0 | 131 | View |
| 2020 | 1 | 251 | View |
| 2019 | 2 | 572 | View |
| 2018 | 6 | 1,618 | View |
| 2017 | 4 | 385 | View |
| 2016 | 1 | 452 | View |
| 2015 | 1 | 173 | View |
| 2014 | 2 | 518 | View |
| 2013 | 1 | 121 | View |
| 2012 | 4 | 263 | View |
| 2011 | 3 | 283 | View |
| 2010 | 2 | 108 | View |
| 2009 (current) | 1 | 60 | |
| 2008 | 0 | 135 | View |
| 2007 | 3 | 396 | View |