2011 Jeep Compass electrical problems

Filed Feb 7, 2026 · Acceleration, Electrical · FL

[XXX] [XXX] , [XXX] [XXX] 2/7/26 To Whom It May Concern, I am writing to formally express my concern regarding ongoing, critical safety issues with my vehicle, which have been increasingly dangerous while driving. These issues appear to be interconnected and involve multiple components, including the valve body, transmission, TCM, ABS module, ECM, and throttle body. These problems have posed significant risks to my safety and the safety of others on the road. On several occasions, while driving at highway speeds (approximately 70 mph), the traction control and ABS warning lights have illuminated, and the vehicle has suddenly lost acceleration. This malfunction seems to cause the car to change gears unexpectedly or, in some instances, stop accelerating altogether. As a result, I have been forced to pull over to the side of the road in order to perform a YouTube-suggested reset just to get my vehicle back in motion. This situation has nearly led to accidents, as I have found myself stranded in traffic, unable to accelerate, or worse, pulling into traffic where the car fails to accelerate, almost causing collisions with other vehicles. Additionally, during colder weather, I have experienced issues with the throttle, where it becomes erratic and unresponsive. Despite having multiple repairs made, the problem persists, and I have observed that the throttle may either rev unexpectedly or fail to shift at all. While I understand that some repairs have been made, I am deeply concerned that the vehicle's ongoing malfunctions are indicative of serious safety hazards, which should be addressed by a professional dealership, at no cost rather than being dismissed with the assertion that "it won’t hurt anything." Given the potential for life-threatening incidents and the fact that I have already had several close calls, I strongly urge that these issues be diagnosed and rectified by a certified dealership or technician. , ran out of spac INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(

Filed Apr 29, 2025 · Electrical · MI

The vehicle shuts off while driving at any speed. Steering locks and will not allow driver to pull over to safety.

Filed Jul 11, 2019 · Driver assistance, Electrical · 55,000 miles · IL

Engine light, traction light and flashing lightning bolt light came on while driving and vehicle wouldn't exceed 30 MPH. Occurrence first happened when turning out of a driveway. I constantly have to shut down/restart vehicle in the middle of traffic, at times, to get back to being able to accelerate normally, otherwise, if able, I will pull over to the side of the road and place the car in park to see if there are any changes. Lights will randomly come on and drastically alter ability to operate vehicle. Other occurrences appeared whilst waiting idle in line at a drive thru, driving down city streets--stop sign to stop sign, driving over road imperfections like bumps or potholes, even safety speed humps. From my own research online, I believe I have an idea to what the cause of this issue is. Due to the flashing lightning bolt signal, it seems that the electronic throttle body has failed.

Filed Feb 15, 2019 · Electrical · 72,000 miles · NJ

Have been experiencing electrical issues, headlights not working, interior lights work and then dont, dashboard lights work and then dont. Had engine light come on but when I tightened gas cap it went off. Staring having really hard time upon acceleration, felt like the enging was working really hard and then engine light came on. Took it to my mechanic who said he was sure it was tipm and was trying to see if he could fix it withtout total replacement. Turns out actuators arent firing because tipm is a total wash and needs replacement for 1100 because its out of warranty. Car only has 72,000 miles. I hear cherokee and durango had recalls.

Filed Dec 3, 2018 · Electrical, Lights · 153,000 miles · ID

We (my husband and I) were driving down the freeway to work at 7:00am when it is still dark outside, when all the lights shut off (headlights, dash lights and the hazards would not work). The windshield wipers then shut off and it was raining outside. We had the jeep towed home. I then did some research and found that one of the complaints that compass owners have is the tipm will go out and cause some serious problems with the whole vehicle. I had to have it fixed at the dealership for $651.00 because it is a dealer specific part. I don't understand why this part has not been recalled in the compass when it has been recalled for the grand cherokee, wrangler and durango. This could have caused a horrible accident if my husband wasn't so quick to get the jeep off the road and get us out of the way of traffic.

Filed Oct 6, 2018 · Electrical, Transmission · 149,000 miles · FL

The compass down shifted on it's on and would not go. Doors locked and unlock alone. When car down shifted or slowed down by itself was nearly rear-ended on interstate 10. Thinking it was transmission oil, had it changed and filter change. Nope problem continues. Almost rear-ended again. This vehicle is not safe when it has a mind of its own. They recalled tipm module other makes of jeep but not on the compass, when reading car complaints from compass owner's they have the same problem the other jeep models experienced. Please help get this vehicles tipm module recalled for the safety of the driver's and those driving around them. If we do get rear-ended before this is remedied, I guarantee there will be a lawsuit against chrysler jeep!

Filed May 31, 2018 · Electrical · 84,000 miles · KY

While in motion, I noted a transmission temp warning light, and a traction control light, while my car went into a neutral like state, which the manual states is a safety mode. Diagnostics indicated a communication error, and it was indicated I needed a new tipm module. I had this replaced at a jeep dealer. After repair, I continued to intermittently get the traction control light, but with no change to vehicle performance. Back to shop, diagnosis indicated communication error. While in motion again, check engine, transmission temp and traction control illuminated, and I lost all power. Back to shop, continue to have communication error. All other diagnostics are fine. Mechanic noted this is common among this make/model. I performed research and noted many similar complaints regarding tipm module. I found that chrysler had recalled same part on durango and grand cherokee, but not other models. This is unacceptable and unsafe. I have spent a great deal of money on an issue the manufacturer is aware of. My vehicle is still not functional.

Filed May 2, 2017 · Electrical, Engine · 174 miles · IL · fire

Fire started spontaneously under the hood. Unable to control or stop the fire. Melted everything under the hood and fire department had to be called. No prior warning that there was any issue electrical or otherwise.

Filed Apr 5, 2017 · Airbags, Electrical · 49,215 miles · NC

Electronic throttle control light keeps coming on. Car looses power and cuts off while I am driving. Car only has 49,415 miles on it. Took to dealer, capital chrysler, jeep, dodge, and they have had it for 2 days. Stated cannot trace down the problem so they want to replace throttle body to the tune of $700.00. In researching I have found that many jeep owners have had this problem and even with the throttle body replaced the problem keeps happening and many thousands of dollars have been poured into trying to fix this issue but it keeps happening. It is very dangerous to be in traffic and all of a sudden your car either cuts off or reduces speed to about 25 MPH. It is like the gas pedal and the motor or not communicating. This appears to be a dangerous defect in jeeps with the number of complaints that have been made. And if that was not bad enough, there is a recall on the airbags and seat belt mechanism (they won't deploy in an accident) and the release of the fix is being held up until later this year (as late as september according to a technician at the dealership). Both issues need to be addressed because both could cause fatalities and the etc issue is costing consumers thousands of dollars.

Filed Dec 21, 2016 · Electrical · OH

Horn dose not work, but believe it goes deeper than just horn issue. I have seen a trend with these vehicles thru numerous sources such as internet forums ect. Being that the horn can be considered a safety feature.I think the root of the problem is a computer, electrical or a fuse box issue. Took vehicle to jeep dealer yesterday to get fixed, called later that day to pick up vehicle said it was fixed, got home horn did not work.