Severe corrosion to the frame and sub frame of the jeep compass. The front sub frame is separating from the frame and now the vehicle is unstable and unsafe to drive. There should not be this much corrosion on a 2007 vehicle of any kind.
The worst 2007 Jeep Compass FWD problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
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- Suspension7
- Body4
- Electrical4
- Airbags3
- Acceleration2
- Engine2
- Brakes1
- Driver assistance1
- Fuel system1
- Lights1
- Steering1
- Transmission1
- Wheels1
Specific symptoms reported on the 2007 Jeep Compass FWD
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 2007 Jeep Compass FWD 20
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Actuator - a/c and heater
- Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair...
- Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19
- Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty
- Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs
- Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts
- Use of Aftermarket Parts
- Restraints Remove I-Sheet from packaging
- Valve Body
- NAG1 (5A580)
What 2007 Jeep Compass FWD owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
During vehicle inspection the rear cross member was found to have rusted through. The front cross member had the same problem and was replaced in 2016 under a campaign through jeep. Not a recall though. Now two years later the rear has the same problem but it is not covered because it had a ten year expiration from date of manufacture. This is a known defect from jeep and should not have had a time limit placed on it. They should have been recalled and replaced. Jeep knows they are defective its just a matter of time.
I bought this vehicle and put $423 into the front end replacing rotors, brakes, wheel bearings, hub assembly and control arm bushings only to take it to a garage to find out why it was still impossible to drive safely. I was told by two different garages that it isn't safe to drive because the struts and whole front end is damaged beyond repair that would cost more than the vehicle is worth. Also the car dealership has removed the airbags and now made it nonstickerable. You can't drive it without the vehicle feeling like the front end is gonna fall out and is unable to control the steering.
Started hearing a lot of noises in the front end, took it to my local mechanic. He said the front cross member was rusted in 2, which was causing everything to rock. Not safe to drive. He said this has been an ongoing problem for a long time with chrysler products.
Issues with car stalling/shutting off after filling up with fuel. This often happens when car is idle or while in drive. Very dangerous and unsafe conditions, especially on busy highways. Has caused near accidents on many occasions. Issue occurred after filling up gas tank completely but then happened after every fill up, regardless of amount. Car also takes longer to fill up as gas pump at gas station would click off while attempting to fill car.
Subfame is falling apart rotted from A/C drip valve ! Sway bar no longer connected to subframe! Bad design of jeep compass 07 subfame !!!
2007 jeep compass. Consumer writes in regards to water leakage, vehicle hesitation and jerking problems. *smd the consumer stated the vehicle has been to the repair shop three times in a two week span.
Front cross member rusted out. Entire frame rusting making car very unsafe to drive I am haveing front member replaced but because of rust car is really unsafe to drive at hiway speeds.
I heard noise in the front of the vehicle and was told that the front subframe cross member is completely rotted. By looking at the jeep you would never know anything is wrong because it is well maintained. I was wondering if there are any recalls for this type of problem in upstate ny.
My 2007 jeep compass horn would not stop blowing. The dealer disabled it and the car would go in the next day. Over 5 days it had to be jumped 4x as the jeep was dead trying to get it to the dealership. It was not the battery and after 5 hours the dealership said it was a fixable because it needed a horn switch. The problem is that no one has a horn switch for it. The part is on back order..there are 527 orders for it with no delivery date in sight. You cannot drive the vehicle with the horn blowing or with it disabled or run the safety risk of needing the horn or the jeep dying on you mid route. It has been at the dealership for 20 plus days. Jeep not having this part or dealers getting access to it is a safety issue. People will drive with the horn disabled if they have to have their car...what else are we/ they to do!!!???...updated 07/30/15 *bf updated 9/23/15
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Questions about the 2007 Jeep Compass FWD
Is the 2007 Jeep Compass FWD reliable?
Owners have filed 20 complaints about the 2007 Jeep Compass FWD, close to a typical Compass FWD model year.
What is the 2007 Jeep Compass FWD year score?
The 2007 Jeep Compass FWD scores 65 out of 100 (average). The score compares it with the other model years of the Jeep Compass FWD: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2007 Jeep Compass FWD?
Suspension, with 7 complaints. Next is body (4).
How many recalls does the 2007 Jeep Compass FWD have?
No recalls on record.
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