2008 Jeep CompassProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 93 owner complaints about the 2008 Jeep Compass, most often about the structure. It has no vehicle safety recalls on record.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through February 21, 2024. Updated daily. Photo: IFCAR, Public domain.
Where the 2008 Jeep Compass has problems
93 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 30 | 1 |
| Suspension | 26 | 0 |
| Engine | 13 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 13 | 0 |
| Power train | 12 | 0 |
| Steering | 9 | 1 |
| Air bags | 4 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 4 | 0 |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) | 3 | 0 |
| 5 other systems | 7 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2008 Jeep Compass recalls and how many were fixed
No vehicle safety recalls are on record for this model year.
When do structure problems start?
89kmiles, median
Based on the odometer reading in 26 structure complaints. 73% were reported before 100,000 miles.
2008 vs. every other Compass year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Compass median. How we score
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
2008 Jeep Compass safety ratings
2008 Jeep Compass 4-DR. w/SAB in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Rollover: 4 stars (16.4% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
What Compass owners report
Recent structure complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
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…
2008 JEEP PURCHASED BRAND NEW IN 2010. IN 2019 WITH ONLY 71,000 MILES AND NOW VIISIBLE RUST ON THE VEHICLE, MY MECHANIC ADVISED THAT THE SUBFRAME WAS ROTTED THROUGH WITH RUST AND WAS SOFT AND THE SUBFRAME NEEDS REPLACING ($1,750). I CONTACTED FCA (FIAT CHRYSLER AUTOMOBILE) AND THEY TOLD ME THE…
I RECENTLY HAD TO REPLACE THE CROSSMEMBER ON MY 2008 JEEP COMPASS IN THE FRONT DUE TO CORROSION CAUSING STEERING ISSUES WHEN TURNING (LOUD CLUNK SOUND). THE COST IS EXPENSIVE AND I MAY HAVE TO REPLACE THE REAR CROSSMEMBER AS WELL. I WAS ALSO UNAWARE OF THIS RECALL AND NEVER CONTACTED BY THE…
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