2007 Jeep Compass suspension problems
80 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the suspension on the 2007 Jeep Compass — 31% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The frame Infront where the motor and steering attach rotted completely threw, separated at the weld. It is a safety hazard where steering is affected. The dash lights for the traction, abs, and even the cruise control are on and those items are no longer functional. This car was purchased in 2017…”
filed Nov 29, 2022
“The contact owns a 2007 Jeep Compass. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, an abnormal clanking sound was coming from the rear of the vehicle. The contact drove the vehicle to an independent mechanic who inspected the vehicle but could not determine the cause of the failure…”
filed Jan 3, 2022
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Suspension problems in other Compass years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Compass | 1 | 5% |
| 2023 Compass | 2 | 4% |
| 2022 Compass | 5 | 2% |
| 2021 Compass | 2 | 3% |
| 2020 Compass | 3 | 2% |
| 2019 Compass | 4 | 1% |
| 2018 Compass | 25 | 3% |
| 2017 Compass | 7 | 3% |
| 2016 Compass | 6 | 2% |
| 2014 Compass | 8 | 3% |
| 2013 Compass | 3 | 4% |
| 2012 Compass | 10 | 5% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2007 Jeep Compass
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.