2007 Jeep Compass 4x4: harsh or hard shifting

Filed Sep 4, 2018 · Suspension · CT

I recently took my vehicle to a local shop because of loud clunking noises. They stated that the rear suspension is totally rotted out and the clunking was basically things shifting around underneath. He told me it was a real safety issue and said it is not safe to be on the road. He also stated the front is rotted as well.

Filed Dec 2, 2016 · Steering, Suspension · 120,000 miles · MI

The vehicle with approx 120000 miles on it in 11/2015 had the passenger side and drivers side ball joints replaced. In 4/2016 the passenger side ball joint failed and pulled out of the steering knuckle as I backed out of my driveway, I had it replaced. Two weeks later the driver side ball joint pulled out as I made a right hand turn into a walmart parking lot. The failure caused my strut to be bent, the inner and outer tie rods to be twisted around the half shaft drive axle, and the drive axle to be pulled out of the transmission. My lower control arm needed to be replaced as well. Luckily most of the damage was covered under my insurance. If it had happened on the highway I'd have needed a casket and an undertaker as well! Yesterday I went to get an alignment done - and to check as to what was making a clunking sound under the front end - I was told I need a new passenger side lower control arm, inner and outer tie rod ends and a new lower ball joint... Yet again! The third ball joint in two years!!! This auto I bought used for $8k is turning out to cost me twice that amount in repairs. I have not done a "carfax" on this vehicle to determine how many times the front end suspension items were replaced prior my purchase of this vehicle. However, having owned this car for only a year and a half, it has been in the shop nearly every two months for critical structural, or engine repairs. Why has there not been a safety recall on this vehicle ?!?! This car is a lemon!

Filed Oct 7, 2016 · Suspension · 7 miles · VA

Started hearing clunking noise underneath the front. Took to mechanic immediately and he said my front crossmember was rusted out. He told me jeep compass had issued a extended warranty on the problem. T.s.b 23-012-14 is the service bulletin number. My mechanic advised me that it was not safe to drive and I was lucky to even get it there. I called my local chrysler dodge jeep dealer to get problem fixed. They told me it was under warranty and I arranged a tow to get it there. However about 10 minutes later the dealer said it would not be covered because it was not purchased in one of the salt belt states but was built in the time frame under warranty. It was bought in v.a. And was not covered, but west virginia is covered and that is only 62 miles or about a 50 minutes. In my opinion any jeep should be covered for the defect if they have the same problem especially if they was built at the same time. When I seen that part I could not believe how far gone it was. Scary really. My family living is just as important as all the other families in the salt belt states.

Filed May 6, 2016 · Body, Suspension · 66,000 miles · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 jeep compass 4x4. While driving at various speeds, the contact heard a clunking noise followed by the sound of metal scraping the road. The vehicle was pulled over and the contact noticed that the rear control arm and cross member failed and needed to be repaired. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 66,000.

Filed Apr 14, 2015 · Body, Steering · MA

So since I've purchased my vehicle. All I can hear is clunking noises as if there are no shocks or suspension to this 2007 jeep compass 4x4. I bring my vehicle for an oil change and the mechanic tells me that the front and rear sub frames are completed rotted. These sub frames from what I know is very dangerous if not taken care of. It holds your suspension together. Why isn't there a recall on this matter yet? Are they waiting for someone to die for them to make this issue a recall?

Filed Jul 28, 2013 · Suspension · 41,253 miles · KY

My 2007 jeep compass had been making clunking and squeaking noises when driving over small bumps at low speeds. There was also a loud grinding noise when turning the steering wheel to either side, also happening at low speeds. I took my vehicle to a mechanic who stated I needed to replace both lower control arms and ball joint assemblies and both outer tie rods ends. It was also stated I needed a new right strut. I was advised that my vehicle was not safe to drive and I was made to sign a paper stating they had told me this. At less than 42,000 miles these are parts that should not be malfunctioning and even more importantly not endangering my life.

Filed Mar 16, 2011 · Suspension · 56,702 miles · MO

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 jeep compass 4x4. The contact was driving in reverse approximately 5 MPH in a residential driveway. The brakes were applied and the vehicle exhibited a loud clunking. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and they detected that the front lower ball joints were defective. The contact scheduled an appointment for the vehicle to be repaired. The failure mileage was 56,702. Updated 7/12/12 *cn updated 07/18/12

Filed Feb 16, 2011 · Suspension · 26,000 miles · MI

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 jeep compass 4x4. The contact stated that the vehicle would exhibit an abnormal clunking noise from the front of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the contact was advised that the coupling arms, bushings and bearings had failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 26,000 and the current mileage was 35,000.

Filed Sep 23, 2010 · Engine, Suspension · 37,000 miles · NY

2007 jeep compass rallye edition with 37,000 miles. There was a metallic creaking / clunk from the front of the vehicle, and had it inspected by a local mechanic . Both lower ball joints were found to be bad with excessive play...ball joints were replaced w/ new. Engine oil pump also failed @ approx 15,000 miles and caused engine failure was replaced under warranty after a month of waiting..

Filed Aug 30, 2010 · Suspension · 38,200 miles · MI

2007 jeep compass with 38,200 miles on it. Heard clunking noise in front passenger side wheel area. Took to dealer and was told tie rods were blown out and vehicle unsafe to drive. So far jeep has not responded to a recall inquiry yet. I only do light driving to work, approx 4 miles a day, never have taken it off roading. $615 repair costs.

Filed Apr 14, 2010 · Steering, Suspension · 41,000 miles · KS

2007 jeep compass with 41,000 miles. Took it in for oil change and to investigate clunking noise in the front end. Mechanic discoverd left and right side lower control arms/ball joints badly worn. Cost to repair...$900.

Filed Feb 27, 2010 · Suspension · ID

I took my car to my mechanic to have the front end checked because of clunking noises on the driver's side. The mechanic found the front left lower ball joint/control arm in need of replacement. I've already replaced both outer tie rod arms (at 75,000 mi). The mechanic told me that both problems are a common occurrence on all jeep models. The repair will cost $509.00 . As this is a major safety issue, I would request that the federal safety agency please investigate the suspension problems on jeep compasses.