Filled gas tank. Afterwards engine stalled in traffic.
2007 Jeep Compass fuel system complaints
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Car stalls after filling tank every time. Runs rough then stalls and power steering cuts out, locks up on the road. When restarted it stalls again several times. Very dangerous on the highway in a heavy traffic.
Our 2007 jeep compass has been stalling completely (engine shuts off) shortly after we fill up the gas tank. This issue has been occurring for around one year. It has happened while driving or stopped at a traffic light, less than a mile from the gas station, usually within a few minutes of pumping the gas. We fear filling up the tank to the top because the car has stalled in lanes of traffic. In the better cases, it stalls at a red light. This is a dangerous situation. We were encouraged to file this report after corresponding online with other jeep owners who experienced this exact same issue.
Car stalls after filling tank ( not overfilling ) . Runs rough then stalls and power steering cuts out locks up on road.
When I fill up the gas tank on my 2007 jeep compass it stalls several times over the next few miles. I've read the blogs on the web and it appears to be a failure of the fuel tank rollover vavle. The only fix apparently is to replace the gas tank at a cost of approximately $1,2000. I just bought this car for my 16 year old daughter and it has stopped on her in traffic twice after filling up the tank. Luckily she escaped being hit by an oncoming car. This is so wrong! This is a defect and a recall needs to be established to fix this issue.
Vehicle stalls or will not accelerate, engine runs rough, after filling up tank with gasoline. Problem goes away after several minutes of driving. Creates a dangerous and safety issue. Happens at every time fuel tank is filled. There seems to be many similar complaints on this same issue. The federal safety agency should investigate.
The vehicle has a purge valve or other issue that is very common that causes the car to shut off after filling up gas. This leads to vehicles shutting off in the middle of the road, losing control of steering and acceleration as well as other powered things, since the car shuts off.
K frame front and rear is rotted. My car won't pass inspection. Needs manifold style catalytic converter. Needs to be replaced. Won't pass inspection. Car stalls out in traffic every time we refuel
Stalls after fill up. We do not top off or overfill the tank. Everytime we fill the tank up to the automatic shut off, the engine stalls within about 30 seconds. Generally, the engine will stall if idling at a stop light after fillup. The engine does not stall if the vehicle is running above 25-30 miles per hour. The engine starts right back up without problem, but will continue to stall. After vehicle has been driven a few miles, the stalling issue disappears entirely.
After filling the fuel tank this vehicle will stall. This happens routinely following a fuel tank fill-up and is extremely dangerous. There are many concerns on the world wide web of jeep compass and patriot owners experiencing the same issue without resolve. Many people are suggesting that the gas tank, charcoal filter and roll-over valve need to be replaced to resolve, which comes at a price of $2000+ per vehicle. This notification of a problem is proactive and should be addressed prior to becoming reactive to injuries or fatalities.
When I put gas in the car the first 20 mintues the car turns off when in motion on any street but only in those 20 mintues. After the 20 mintues the car is fine and it says it has no errors and it doesn't turn off.
This vehicle stalls after filling up tank, you fill the tank and a couple miles down the road it will stall, then it is good until next fill up. This is my wifes car and im afraid for her since she takes the express way all the time.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 jeep compass. The contact stated that after refueling, the vehicle stalled without warning. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the canister purge valve needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 48,555.
When filled up with fuel, car stalls out and cuts off. I have replaced all of the bearings and car still makes a roaring noise with the axle. Upper control arms are completely damaged. Battery light continues to come on and headlight was replaced but does not stay on. Light stays on indicating vacuum hose issue. 4 wheel drive light stays on.
After refueling the car looses power and stalls. Last week I refilled the car and I stalled in traffic. When in stall situation drivers need to be aware that steering is difficult. I think the stalling is caused by fuel getting into the evaporator canister
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 jeep compass. While driving 25 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The failure only occurred after filling the fuel tank. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 82,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 jeep compass. The contact stated that it took an unusually long time to fill up the vehicle with fuel. The failure recurred on numerous occasions. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the fuel tank needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 160,000. The VIN was unavailable.
I purchased the 2007 jeep with low mileage for my child's first car. Upon the first refuel the car has experienced stalling within a hal mile of refueling. The car was returned to the dealer several times, as well as to the neighborning jeep dealer. Time after time I was advised the issue could not be duplicated. Today upon refueling the car stalled upon leaving the gas station again. There appears to be a significant amount of complaints and research online that I was shocked to learn a recall had not been issued for this extreme safety issue. The stalling occurs at a different time leaving no gas station, at the first moment of idling, after traveling a short distance. This is a safety concern for any driver although extremely so for a newly licensed driver.
Gas tank will not take fuel. When filling it will only take about 0.3 gallons before stopping or spraying out. Mechanic said it might be ventilation system.
I have been experiencing a problem with my car cutting off, especially while stopped at a red light more often than not on local roadways. If it doesn't completely shut off the sensation to cut off is definitely felt. I originally thought it was the spark plugs and had those replaced, however, the situation continues to persist. I have been told on one or more occasions it may be the fuel pump. I was recommended I take my vehicle directly to the dealership. The other issue that is also very pronounced is the noise my engine makes while idling. It can best described as a loud whirling sound but not quite a rattle. I have never heard my car sound so noisy. I have noticed perhaps in the last 6 months the windshield wipers come on involuntarily without me engaging their use. I have searched jeep's website regarding any recall information on these aforementioned issues but to no avail.
After filling up vehicle it stalls out within two miles it happens after every fill up.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 jeep compass. The contact stated that after refueling the vehicle and pulling out of the parking lot at 15 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was able to be restarted. The failure recurred after refueling the vehicle. In addition, the contact also stated that there was a fuel odor emitting from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the fuel cap needed to be replaced, the fuel injection system needed to be flushed and a tune up was needed. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure recurred. On another occasion, the contact stated that the transmission hesitated to shift gears and was jerking as if it was going to stall. The transmission was replaced on 6/30/13. The failure recurred and it was diagnosed that the oxygen sensors and the o2 harness needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken back to the dealer on 1/14/16 where it was diagnosed that the transmission needed to be replaced again. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 131,483.
When filling the gas tank via gas pump auto shut off, the car will stall. This has happened the last two fill ups. The car has 92389 miles on it. The first time, it stalled after starting then again after entering highway going up hill with loaded dump truck right behind me. He barely missed hitting me from behind. Plus car looses power steering. 2nd time this happened was next tank fill up and stalled before leaving gas station. Afraid to drive and have parked car. Roll over valve is not working (stuck open?). If car was in roll over accident, fire could result from spilling fuel. Afraid what might happen if pulling onto highway from ramp and stall in front of 18 wheeler.
Shortly after refueling the vehicle, the vehicle stalls and upon restart runs rough for short time. We had one incident where a fuel leak developed after refueling. The stalling issue has almost caused my vehicle to be struck and clearly has caused a control issue when the vehicles engine loses power shuts down. The vehicle has been checked and no codes were triggered or stored. The manufacturer doesn't seem interested in addressing my issue.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 jeep compass. The contact stated that the vehicle rejects fuel. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the failure was not determined. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 110,000.
1. Fuel pump started arching and nozzle to hose was coming loose-smelt gas while in motion, gas gauge started dropping dramatically 2. Horn stopped working-while driving I tried to warn another vehicle who was trying to back out while I was behind them, luckily they heard me yelling 3. Back windshield wiper stopped working while in motion trying to back out in the rain 4. Struts went 5. Rotors went 6. Cross member-noticed while driving and took 2 weeks before dealership could get my appointment right to get it taken care of since it was recalled 7. Tipm is going. Lost power to 2/2 outlets in the vehicle. 8. Cv axle is going. Sounds really bad and sounds like both passenger and driver side. Treated this vehicle with lots of care and so did previous owner. This tells me this is not a reliable vehicle and a safe vehicle I can drive my daughter in.
After refueling, vehicle starts up and drives as normal for a short time until reaching the first stop or stoplight, at which point the engine returns to idle. The engine will begin to sputter/weaken (full foot on the gas but reacts as if it is only down 1/4 of the way), the oil light turns on, and then subsequently dies while still in drive. This has happened at least 5 times since this first occurred on jan. 31, 2015. Every time it occurs, it is immediately after refueling, despite using different gas stations and brands. First even occurred while I was turning left from a light into another parking lot. (sputter, then died) another event was while I was idling at a red light. (engine completely died) the most recent event occurred while I was driving 45 MPH down the road, and it began to sputter and weaken after then making a right hand turn, upon which I pulled the car over in the road, turned the engine off and then back on again. It would have been incredibly dangerous if I had been on a highway.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 jeep compass. The contact stated that after refueling, the vehicle stalled and the steering ability seized with out any warnings. The vehicle was driven to the dealer. The technician diagnosed that the power control module valve needed replacement. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 127,000.
I bought a 07 jeep compass from a private dealership less than a year and a half ago and took it to a mechanic before purchasing and no problems were found. On tuesday of last week a weird noise was coming from the engines hike driving around town and after taking it to a local dealership/service repair center the issue was in my transmission and it needed to be replaced completely. ..updated 05/19/15*bf
Tl*the contact owns a 2007 jeep compass. The contact stated that when attempting to refuel the vehicle, the fuel valve shut off. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed the fuel tank needed to be replaced. No repairs were made to the vehicle. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 63,000. ..updated 05/19/15*bf updated 10/2/2017
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