2007 Jeep Compass: headlights failing or too dim

6 of the 259 complaints about the 2007 Jeep Compass describe headlights failing or too dim.

owner complaints: 6
of this car's complaints: 2%
typical mileage: 100,000
recalls: 0

Is there a fix? 2 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below

Headlights failing or too dim by model year

2025
3
2024
2
2023
2
2022
8
2021
3
2019
3
2018
45
2017
5
2016
5
2014
5
2011
3
2010
3
2009
1
2008
1
2007
6

What owners say

Filed Nov 27, 2017 · Lights · GA

Initially, the low beam headlight on the right stop working. Used high beam for awhile. Tried having bulb replaced. Worked for a short time. No power getting to head lamp.

Filed Mar 17, 2017 · Electrical · 73,000 miles · PA

I purchased the vehicle used in april 2016. In june 2016, my headlight stopped working correctly. It would turn on and off on it's own while I was driving. After about 6 weeks of the car being in and out of the shop, due to the light working on it's own and them not having the same experience I was having, they finally see what's been happening and they determined that the tipm failed, and replaced it. Feb 2017, my wipers began turning on and off on their own, or just not working at all. They would go on while I was driving, not shut off when the car was shut off, and at times the switch would not even turn them on when I needed them. I brought the car back to the dealer, and they have again determined that the tipm, which is less than a year old, has again failed. They have not determined what is causing the consistent failure of the tipm, and have had it for a week now.

Filed Oct 21, 2016 · Electrical, Lights · 57,000 miles · CT

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 jeep compass. After refueling the vehicle and driving at a low speed, the vehicle stalled. The failure recurred on numerous occasions. In addition, the passenger side head lamp failed to illuminate. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the tipm for the head lamps needed to be replaced. In addition, the front ball joints and struts were corroded and also needed to be replaced. The technician was unable to diagnose why the vehicle stalled. The struts and ball joints were replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 57,000.

Filed Sep 27, 2016 · Lights · 100,000 miles · IN

Tipm failed head light out

Filed Aug 29, 2016 · Fuel system, Lights · 175,000 miles · VA

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.

Filed Mar 19, 2015 · Electrical, Engine · 172,000 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 jeep compass. While driving at 65 MPH, all the lights on the instrument cluster panel failed to function and the headlights dimmed, which diminished the contact's visibility. In addition, two weeks later while driving at 60 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to restart the vehicle. The engine warning light illuminated and fuel cap was displayed on the message board. The windshield wipers also activated independently and the radiator fans continued to function after the key was ejected from the ignition. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure recurred on numerous occasions. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 172,000.