no report yet
Automatic transmission: control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
Risk. THIS CAN CAUSE THE ENGINE TO STALL AND CAUSE A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
2009 Jeep CompassProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 44 owner complaints about the 2009 Jeep Compass, most often about the suspension. It is covered by 1 safety recall.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through February 1, 2024. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2009 Jeep Compass has problems
44 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
15Suspension1 crash/fire/injury
7Structure
5Engine
5Electrical system
4Power train
4Air bags1 crash/fire/injury
3Steering
2Vehicle speed control
2Electronic stability control (ESC)
85 other systems1 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 15 | 1 |
| Structure | 7 | 0 |
| Engine | 5 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 5 | 0 |
| Power train | 4 | 0 |
| Air bags | 4 | 1 |
| Steering | 3 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 2 | 0 |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) | 2 | 0 |
| 5 other systems | 8 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
1 recall
2009 Jeep Compass recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Jeep.
Best & worst years
2009 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
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2009 Jeep Compass safety ratings
2009 Jeep Compass 4-DR. w/SAB in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
Frontal crashNot rated
Side barrierNot rated
- Rollover: 4 stars (16.4% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
In owners' words
What Compass owners report
Recent suspension complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact owns a 2009 Jeep Compass. The contact initially became aware that the rear passenger’s side tire was resting at an angle. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic to have the rear struts replaced; however, the mechanic informed the contact that the rear suspension was…
front and rearsubframe extremely rusted, making it dangerous to drive. fuse box under front hood in front of driver side rusting out wiring. Not main fuse box but the one with relays.
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…
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