Tl* the contact owns a 2011 jeep compass. The contact stated that the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to global auto mall (located at 1099 rt. 22 west, north plainfield, nj 0706, (866) 233-6719) where it was diagnosed that the catalytic converter needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 117,000. *bf *tr
2011 Jeep Compass engine complaints
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Did not know that was a recall on thecatalytic converter they fix it they had the part in im woudering about the antilock brakes because my brake light comes on and the ads light because courtesy dodgejeep ram in conyers ga is charging me about 800.00 hundred dollars plus 190.00 for a battery I can't afford that. My car was on a city street when the brake light and ABS light came on I thought the brake fluild was low courtesy dodge said that it was ready before I could drive the jeep off the lot the brake light came back on. Then they said it was the battery, now they telling me antilock brakes. I cannot afford to pay 1,190.00 dollars.
My 2011 jeep compass failed inspection since it needs a catalytic converter replacement. When I checked to see if there was a recall, I found that there was one started in march of 2019, however, my VIN # does not qualify. Since I have the same problem as the recall, I feel that my vehicle should be added and that chrysler should have to pay for the repairs.
Filled tank and car stalled while driving away three times (after driving a short distance) called for a tow and taken to mechanic where they couldn't identify the problem. Then again, approximately three months later, stalled after filling the gas tank while making a left out of the gas station across traffic. Quickly restarted the car, it bucked as though about to stall after another 3/4 mile, and then ran fine. Largest concern is directly after fill up, but there is frequently a buck/hesitation when accelerating as well.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 jeep compass. While driving at an unknown speed, the engine cooling system warning indicator illuminated. The contact shifted into neutral and the heating system had to be turned on in order for the warning indicator to turn off. The failure recurred every 200 miles. The vehicle was taken to an unknown dealer, but the cause of the failure could not be determined. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 94,000.
Filled the 2011 jeep compass with gas and pulled out of gas station. Two seconds later my car completely shut off and the steering wheel locked up. I managed to get it partially to the side of the road by letting it roll and brake, but cars behind me were not prepared for this and 3 cars swerved out of the way at the last minutes before slamming into me.
First time this happened, I refueled my vehicle all the way to full. I drove off and got on the highway on-ramp, while I was accelerating, the car shut off, locked up the steering and the engine shut off while the car was still in drive, and the key was still in the ignition. I quickly stopped the car, put it in park and restarted the car, got on the highway and the incident didn't occur again. A few weeks later, the same thing happened. I refueled until the tank was full, drove about 100 yards, and the car shut off while still in drive with keys in ignition and the steering locked up while I was going around a sharp turn. I could have died if another car came around the turn at that time. I restarted the car and the same thing happened again within 50 feet. After that, restarting it a second time I was able to drive the car without it happening again. Scared to refill the car again. During each incident, no warning lights or indication came up on the dashboard, there was no way to tell what was happening.
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.
Marked by an audible whine and the illumination of the transmission overheat light, the CVT on the 2.4l 4-cylinder engine in the 2011 jeep compass experiences significant and dramatic power loss. This is especially prevalent at sustained highway speeds creating a potentially unsafe situation. If the transmission overheats too much, the vehicle will not move until the transmission cools down. This issue first happened on my 2011 jeep compass in july 2014 and was temporarily rectified by jeep. Their solution was to replace the CVT transmission fluid. However, this problem has returned this summer under highway use, especially on hot days. On saturday, september 12, my family and I experienced not only the whine from the CVT, but significant power loss on the highway. Fortunately, having experienced this previously, I was able to pull the vehicle to the shoulder allowing the transmission to cool down without incident. Chrysler refuses to acknowledge the problem despite a plethora of evidence that this CVT transmission is defective. Here is a link to a video/case that is nearly identical to what I have experienced: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vnkezt0mr-4
Transmission oil lights always come on when car drives over 70 MPH at least 2 hrs in hot weather. Then car slow down and I have to pull over to let it cool off. It will do it 3-4 times during a long trip. It does every summer and the jeep dealer never found the problem.
Engine will stumble and stall when driving and headlights are illuminated, windows are rolled down or any electrical drain occurs. This is an indication of tipm failure.
Tl*the contact owns a 2011 jeep compass. The contact stated that while idle, the check engine warning light illuminated, there was a chime that sounded and the vehicle stalled. The failure occurred on numerous occasions. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, who was unable to determine the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 59,000. Updated 04/06/15*lj according to the invoice, the crank shaft position sensor needed to be replaced . Updated 07/02/15
Outside temperature 102, driving posted speed limit of 75 MPH. After 1 1/2 hours warning light came on saying transmission fluid overheated, the speed automatically dropped to 55 MPH. I pulled to the side of the interstate and engine stalled. After 30 minutes engine started. Took to jeep dealership and they said common problem and they could repair it for $1,000. I said the vehicle is under warranty. They said not covered under warranty. They advised I drive in the middle of the night and make frequent stops to avoid the problem. This has happened 5 times. I have found multiple complaints of the same nature online. I do not understand why this has not been a recall. It is a severe safety problem. I am not young, female and a widow, I do not feel safe driving this car in the middle of the night. I care for my elderly parents and drive 500 miles in arizona every other week to be at their home. My safety is at risk. Please consider opening an investigation relating to this problem.
Pls use this complaint jeep compass 4x2 year 2011, today, sunday, sept. 14, 2014, I heard a noise bottom of my jeep and found a long metal piece manufacture sticker CVT transmission use only chrysler. It was a metal pipe transmission oil filler tube, hanging on the bottom of my car, dragging on the ground, while I was driving. I took pictures it has a hole in the metal tube. It started with the steering wheel becoming very loose and requiring to turn more than usual to the right or left, which may be caused from a different recall (components: steering: column, the federal safety agency campaign : 11v‑315), I was never informed about this steering wheel recall. When I safely returned home, on internet noticed different chrysler forums, ppl same issue jeep compass. I notice a recall wranglers with 3.6-liter v-6 engines), having the same exact issue as I experienced with my jeep compass. So, I called chrysler group llc recall dept. 800‑247‑9753 today sept. 14 2014. No recall for compass. Recall for wranglers with 3.6-liter v-6 engines. Frustrated my 3 year warranty ended last month aug. 2014. Tomorrow, morning, tow truck jeep, to local jeep dealership and pay out of pocket. Chrysler recall dept. Said keep receipts if more people complain then there may be a recall just like the wrangler. The recall issue is exactly what happened to me.(per the wrangler recall solution: (wranglers with 3.6-liter v-6 engines, chrysler says a power steering fluid line can wear a hole in the transmission oil cooler line. The suvs can leak fluid, damaging automatic transmissions. Dealers will inspect the lines for free and replace them or install a protective sleeve. The recall begins in july 2013.) recalling 221,000 jeep wranglers worldwide from 2012 and 2013 to fix transmission fluid leaks, according to the federal safety agency.
It starts with the steering wheel is loose and at first we had no idea what was going on. This issue I have with my jeep compass 4x2 year 2011, is the same exact recall on the jeep wrangler stated below: I called chrysler group llc, 800‑247‑9753 today sept. 14 2014. I spoke with the recall dept. They said the compass, at this time does not have this recall. Only the wrangler below, which has the same exact issue as I do. So, I have to tow truck my jeep tomorrow morning, to my local jeep dealership, service dept and pay out of pocket. Chrysler recall dept said keep my receipts if more ppl complain then there may be a recall just like the wrangler has below. This is exactly what happened to me>>>>> but this is wrangler, not my jeep compass. Per the wrangler recall solution: (wranglers with 3.6-liter v-6 engines, chrysler says a power steering fluid line can wear a hole in the transmission oil cooler line. The suvs can leak fluid, damaging automatic transmissions. Dealers will inspect the lines for free and replace them or install a protective sleeve. The recall begins in july 2013.) it's also recalling 221,000 jeep wranglers worldwide from 2012 and 2013 to fix transmission fluid leaks, according to documents posted thursday on the federal safety agency website. I am frustrated because my 3 year warranty just ended last month aug. 2014. I researched on the internet and read a lot of other people encountering the same issue.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 jeep compass. While making a left turn out of a parking lot at 10 MPH, the vehicle stalled and the check engine indicator illuminated. After fifteen minutes, the contact restarted the vehicle. The failure occurred twice. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 63,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 jeep compass. While driving 60 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was able to be restarted, but the failure recurred. The dealer was unable to diagnose the cause of the failure. The failure recurred multiple times. The manufacturer was notified. The VIN was unavailable. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 jeep compass. The contact stated that while driving 50 MPH, the vehicle stalled as the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was able to resume and function normally. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technician diagnosed that the crank shaft positioning senor needed to be repaired. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 52,000 and the current mileage 52,800. The VIN was not available.
My 2011 jeep compass that I bought new for $23,000.00 has 56,000 miles and wouldn't start. It is not reliable. Many times I had a loss of power. Had it towed to the dealership and they charged me $900.00 to fix it. They said I needed a new totally integrated power module. They said that my computer wasn't telling the engine to start and that was why all the lights were on in the dash but the car wouldn't start and that was also why I had a total loss of power. I spent the money to fix it at the dealership. Not a week later I had the same problem!! I just spent $900.00 to fix 3 yr old jeep that I bought new foe 23 grand, so I would have something reliable for my 20 yr old daughter to drive while she was away at college and all that money was for nothing as my kid has a piece of junk that breaks down all the time. I looked online and saw all the problems that people are having with their jeeps. And saw how chrysler still hasn't done a recall. Please look into this. I lost alot of money on a car that is worthless I cannot have my daughter drive an unsafe car. I will have to sell it. Please look into this asap. It's just not right that this large corp won't stand behind their product. [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
While stuck in traffic for 6 minutes (windows down), the car temperature gauge went to "h". Once I started moving, the guage went to half. When I got home I checked the fluid levels and they were fine. On the way to work the next day while stopped at a traffic light, the car temp guage went to "h" again. I brought it in to my mechanic who said that the fan motor was not spinning, causing the engine to overheat. Upon further inspection he noted that the computer module that operates the fan was "fried" and the transmission dipstick somehow got lodged in the fan motor. I replaced the dipstick and computer module ($1100) and the same thing is happening again. Overheating for no reason. When I called chrysler/jeep about my extended warranty, they said that only the engine was covered, not the computer module that could seize my engine. According to a local dealership, 70 computer modules were replaced in a week! When does this become a safety hazard? If I was driving on the parkway and my engine seized, I would of been dead!
I left work from downtown pittsburgh at 4:15 pm, and while crossing outbound on the vetrans bridge, my jeep turned itself off. The steering became extremely tough, and I was barely able to get to the side of the road. I turned off the jeep, turned it back on, and thankfully it started again. If traffic was moving faster, like it usually does, I would have caused a wreck.
The exhaust hanger allowed the exhaust to shift up into the bumper causing the rear bumper to melt/burn. My family's lives were put in danger and my bumper was ruined because of this engineering defect. [xxx], ceo of town & country dealerships in oregon sent an email to warn his customers of this problem stating the following: "dear patriot and compass owners, .... Something of concern that we feel we should share with you. The issue has to deal with the exhaust pipe on (non limited) models. In particular those models that do not have chrome tip extension on the end of the exhaust pipe. We have noticed on certain vehicles, that if by chance you should run over an object, or if something hits the pipe or muffler, it can cause the pipe to shift upward. It potentially may lock and position itself approximately 2 inches higher than it normally should. This may cause the exhaust to hit the back of the plastic bumper cover and cause it to get extremely hot. It may cause the bumper to potentially melt and burn. There have only been a handful of cases nationwide; I believe less than 3 from what I have been told ... Please note that the manufacturer has not come up with an official fix... [xxx] at this time chrysler refuses to issue a recall or warn consumers, clearly placing those jeep owners lives in danger. Chrysler will not take action to fix the fire hazard vehicles they are selling unless the government makes them. Videos are available on youtube by searching "jeep compass bumper melting" and "jeep patriot bumper melting." information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 jeep compass. The contact stated that while traveling 75 MPH, the engine suddenly stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where the failure could not be replicated. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted about the issue. The failure and current mileages were unavailable. The VIN was not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 jeep compass. The contact stated that while making a turn the vehicle stalled. The contact mentioned that the failure occurred multiple times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 8,000 and the current mileage was 11,170.
We purchased our 2011 jeep compass in december of 2011. Approximately 3 months later my wife experienced an engine stall in the middle of making a left-hand turn going approx. 20 MPH. There was no warning light or indication that the engine was no longer running. The power steering locked up and became very difficult to maintain control of the vehicle since happened in the middle of a turn into on-coming traffic. Within a month later it happened to me and again while making a slow left-handed turn. My wife notified the dealership where we purchased the jeep and they said to bring it in next time it happened. It happened a 3rd time with my wife in june 2012 -again while making a left-handed turn. We then took the vehicle to the dealership for scheduled maintenance and to investigate the problem. They kept it for a week and said the computer diagnostics reported no issues. They said until it happened with them they couldn't isolate the problem. Today, july 18th, 2012 it has happened again with my wife for the 4th time making a left-handed turn again. This is an extreme safety hazard and upon researching other customer complaints, it is quite common. In fact, I am finding that 25-50% of the customer complaints about the 2011 jeep compass are related to this engine stall out while driving. We have returned the vehicle to the dealership as we were instructed and I left them copies of the research I did and customer complaints so they have no reason to say it is isolated to just my vehicle because there is a definite trend that warrants a safety recall in my opinion. At this time it is in the hands of chrysler to bring this to a resolution. The vehicle only has about 8000 miles and lots of warranty left so I am hoping to see chrysler stand behind their reputation and do the right thing.
With my foot on the brake, completely stopped at a light or stop sign, while in drive only, the car vibrates and the engine makes a loud rumbling noise. This can be felt in the steering wheel, brake pedal and throughout the entire car. When I take my foot off the brake or put it in neutral, reverse or park the noise from the engine and vibration will stop. The vibration is so bad it is uncomfortable to keep your foot on the brake, or hands on the steering wheel, making it dangerous, as I am having to put the car in neutral at every stop. Have had it at an authorized jeep dealer 2 times now and they have found nothing wrong. Contacted jeep, as the car only had 3600 miles on it when I first took it in, they assigned me a case number, and will be in the shop until it is fixed. Thank you jeep for trying to find a cure for this problem, as I love my compass, and really want it fixed.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 jeep compass. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH, the steering column seized and the vehicle unexpectedly stalled. The engine restarted and resumed normally. The failure occurred on three different occasions. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer, where they were unable to duplicate the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 1,000.
I own a 2011 jeep compass for 2 weeks when I stopped at a stop sign, stopped and took off. Once I took off the jeep engine just stopped. I couldn't tell it until I tried to turn and had no control! The dealership said the engine needed an update code, that they don't have yet for the 2.4l engine. So now I have a car with less than 2600 miles on it in the shop that we can't drive. Why would they sell a car that shuts off for no reason and they know about it? I have 2 small children thank god they were not in the car with me. Now we are in a rental. Thanks jeep.
The problem vehicle is a 2011 fwd jeep compass. On 5/31/11 within the first 10 (ten) miles of ownership the vehicle stalled out on me while stropped at a traffic light. I put the vehicle in park and was able to restart it without any difficulty. On 6/19/11 (while in motion), without any advance indication of a problem the vehicle totally lost power. I put it in neutral and was able to roll it out of traffic and into a turn lane. The vehicle struggled to restart but did after a couple of tries, a "check engine" light came on and remained on for approximately 30 miles. After weeks, I am still waiting for an "inspector" to examine the vehicle.
I have a 2011 jeep compass,brought it in may,less than (1) month it has cut off on me. The first time I make a right turn and truck cut off,second time im at red light it cut off,third time I stop at red light ,change to green got read to take off truck had cut off.it been in shop ,dealer couldn't find anytime wrong ,second time they said it is code in key. Now it cut off again. Im scare for my safety there no warning ,you never know when it going to cut off. Please help there is something wrong with this jeep.
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