2009 Jeep Compass 4X4
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Owner complaints
15 complaints1 involved a crash
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- Suspension · Unknown or other
The front subframe IS completely rusted out. had to have vehicle towed home because the front wheels look like a bow-legged cowboy because the subframe basically snapped as we were driving. apparently this has been an ongoing issue and jeep refuses to recall this. 2007 had the same issue and…
The front subframe IS completely rusted out. had to have vehicle towed home because the front wheels look like a bow-legged cowboy because the subframe basically snapped as we were driving. apparently this has been an ongoing issue and jeep refuses to recall this. 2007 had the same issue and they extended a "warranty" to get this fixed. 2009 IS made, obviously with the same junk metal, and yet they refuse to fix their incompetence. wonder how many people have died due to this negligence. not happy jeep.
- Unknown or other
Subframe IS front of car IS rotted out. Hazardous to drive.
- Suspension
When coming to a quick stop at a traffic light on a very rough road surface, a loud clunk in the front end was heard. when the light turned green, the steering wheel had to be turned right to go straight, along with a loud tire squeal. We pulled into a parking lot to find the left front tire was…
When coming to a quick stop at a traffic light on a very rough road surface, a loud clunk in the front end was heard. when the light turned green, the steering wheel had to be turned right to go straight, along with a loud tire squeal. We pulled into a parking lot to find the left front tire was contacting the rear of the wheel well. inspection underneath revealed a rotted out subframe/crossmember which IS split all the way across the back. it also has some leaking fluid coming down from above the crossmember while the engine IS running. this IS saturday and the incident was followed by a $135 flatbed trip to a dealership for what should be an interesting monday morning conversation about the horrific possibilities if this suspension had collapsed at speed.
- Suspension
Front subframe IS rotted out due to condenser drain dripping on it. Found out 9/3/ 17 during oil change. Was service bulletin 23-012-14 for this but on vehicles after 8/25/2005 and before 7/23/2007. See ? Below when happened. I just found out
- Suspension
The rear sub frame rusted out and have way while my niece was driving it. This IS very dangerous. And to new of a car for this. The rear sub frame gave out while she was driving.
- Fuel/propulsion system
When filling the fuel tank, the car will stall after the gas nozzle has clicked off that the tank IS full. Upon restarting the vehicle (after a few tries) and beginning to drive, the car will lurch and sputter within a few seconds to minutes of leaving the gas station. Within 5 minutes of getting fuel, all problems seem to stop and car operates fine until the next time you fill the fuel tank.
- Electrical system
The car will not start. Get in the car, turn the key, no sound from the engine compartment. No clicking, nothing. The radio works, the fan works, the lights work. Have checked the battery, alternator, starter, none of that IS the problem. Seems to be a recurring problem with jeeps based on internet search. Has happened more than once. Does not put out a code for a code reader to scan and report.
- Power train
TL* the contact owns a 2009 jeep compass 4X4. While driving 40 mph up an incline, the vehicle began to vigorously jerk and the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the transmission was failing and needed to be…
TL* the contact owns a 2009 jeep compass 4X4. While driving 40 mph up an incline, the vehicle began to vigorously jerk and the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the transmission was failing and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.
- Structure › Body · Suspension
2008 jeep limited 4 x 4. when cleaning the garage, I noticed the head from a very large bolt on the floor. upon crawling under the car, I noticed that a bolt had rotted off where the rear frame right side by the shock tower attaches to the body. I have had noises coming from the area and…
2008 jeep limited 4 x 4. when cleaning the garage, I noticed the head from a very large bolt on the floor. upon crawling under the car, I noticed that a bolt had rotted off where the rear frame right side by the shock tower attaches to the body. I have had noises coming from the area and was told that the shocks needed to be replaced. with this bolt missing there IS some chance there IS excess bounce between the upper shock tower and the frame. my local body shop told me the only way to fix this would be to drop the entire rear axle and get the broken bolt out to replace. very expensive. there IS no way a bolt like this should rot off, unless the bolts were bad to start with. if this happens to a few more I could hit a bump and have the body fall off the frame while driving.
- Unknown or other
I just recently failed inspection on my 2009 jeep compass 4 x 4 for rusted cross members. The cross member in the front IS rusted to the point it has through holes in it. The rear cross member IS not as severe but IS also heavily rusted.
- Electrical system · Engine · Exterior lighting · Power train · Structure
1) water leaks through the interior lights (near sunroof panel). waterspots also on roof. I am worried that I'll get an electrocution at some point if I use my interior lights after it has rained/snowed. All options are factory. 2) clutch/transmission/engine need to be replaced at 49,000. This…
1) water leaks through the interior lights (near sunroof panel). waterspots also on roof. I am worried that I'll get an electrocution at some point if I use my interior lights after it has rained/snowed. All options are factory. 2) clutch/transmission/engine need to be replaced at 49,000. This IS a manual, and should not need to be replaced this soon. when you remove the oil cap, there IS compression in the tank. This IS extremely dangerous and needs to be replaced asap. unfortunately, the only way to do this IS get a new engine (or rebuild existing.) this IS completely unsafe and unwarranted for a vehicle so "new". due to being a subsequent owner, this IS not covered under the lifetime powertrain warranty provided by chrysler/jeep. *tr
- Electrical system · Tires · Wheels
The low tire pressure warning light on the dash comes on continually on this vehicle; even when all four tires are properly inflated. as an example, I just had new tires installed, all were set to the manufacturer's recommended tire inflation pressure, and within hours of leaving the tire shop…
The low tire pressure warning light on the dash comes on continually on this vehicle; even when all four tires are properly inflated. as an example, I just had new tires installed, all were set to the manufacturer's recommended tire inflation pressure, and within hours of leaving the tire shop, the low tire pressure warning light began coming on. it comes on continually. there will be periods when it does not illuminate and other periods when it illuminates every few minutes. this IS not only aggravating but it IS a safety concern. when a red warning light continually illuminates on the dash, your attention IS constantly drawn away from the road to the dashboard display. this IS a non-functioning warning light and chrysler needs to address the problem. *tr
- Structure
I have had my vehicle since 2010 and had concerns that I had sent to the attorney generals office less than a year after I purchased the vehicle and nothing was done. I've had the interior and exterior panel go out while driving and had to use easy care which I purchased when I purchased the…
I have had my vehicle since 2010 and had concerns that I had sent to the attorney generals office less than a year after I purchased the vehicle and nothing was done. I've had the interior and exterior panel go out while driving and had to use easy care which I purchased when I purchased the vehicle. I've recently have been affected again with some very concerning issues that this vehicle have displayed and that the sunroof leaks through the interior lights and I'm scared that I may get electrocuted because my interior panel have malfunctioned which was fixed but they had no clue as to why this had happened. *tr
- Steering
Outer tie-rod assembly driver and passenger sides - 2.4M5 4X4. premature wear and deterioration. owned vehicle since purchased new in 2009, have driven 41K of which 90% IS highway, although the condition of paved roads IS not ideal very surprised that outer tie rod drivers side loose at 30K (…
Outer tie-rod assembly driver and passenger sides - 2.4M5 4X4. premature wear and deterioration. owned vehicle since purchased new in 2009, have driven 41K of which 90% IS highway, although the condition of paved roads IS not ideal very surprised that outer tie rod drivers side loose at 30K ( replaced under warranty ) now passenger side loose at 41K. dealer seems to be quite familiar with issue ( parts always in inventory for small dealership ) and does tie-rod checks for each oil change however does not want to replace tie-rods claiming warranty no longer covers damage. *tr
- Power train › Automatic transmission
Cvt transmission shudder/vibration in the last seconds before coming to a full stop. *tr
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10248509Connector 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 the incorrect repair kit part number to populate. Please use the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website until this issue is resolved.
- 10244348Connector 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 the incorrect repair kit part number to populate. Please use the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website until this issue is resolved.
- 10220101Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
- 10220099Use 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.
- 10220098Authentic 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.
- 10220097Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
- 10191460Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling.
- 10175743Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19
- 10175735Charging 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 necessary.
- 10169249Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
- 10169247Use 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.
- 10169245Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
- 10166537RADIO [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 "FFFF". If either field shows "FFFF", please contact Mike Wielgat at 248-576-6696 or Rohan Negandhi at 248-421-9608 If no response in 15 minutes, proceed with repair.
- 10139985Restraints Information Sheet (I-Sheet) has been added to Star Parts. Print I-Sheet for technician use.
- 10139978Restraints Remove I-Sheet from packaging. Correct information sheet (I-Sheet) has been added to Star Parts. Print I-Sheet for technician use.
- 1012900882212076, 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), and some ladco states (Illinois, Michigan, and Ohio). Mopar offers an alternative product (82213192) which is a water based product approved for sale in the aforementioned states.~ ~ Please inform the customer & your prep dept that spraying excessive amounts of the fabric protector on load floors will result in the breaking down of the adhesive (glue) that is used to create the bond between the fabric (carpet) and the load floor. This will apply to any vehicles equipped with rear load floors such as WK, WD, PM, MK, KA, KK. The carpet will appear to be loose, wrinkly, or bunch up~
- 10121927NAG1 (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).~
- 10032005Jeep: full esp off function. Involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the anti lock brake/electronic stability module (ABS) with new software.
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