7.3
pretty bad- Typical Repair Cost:
- $480
- Average Mileage:
- 57,700 miles
- Total Complaints:
- 12 complaints
Most common solutions:
- replace control arms (3 reports)
- replace tie rods (3 reports)
- not sure (2 reports)
- replace (2 reports)
- replace tie rods/control arms (2 reports)
Couldn't even have new tires put on until it was fixed due to it being a safety issue, and the tire company did not want to be held liable.
- Misty T., Trafalgar, IN, US
I have had to replace the control arms/trailing arms/bushings every year since my car went over 100,000 kms and replace the tires because the don't wear evenly due to the arm problem. I've heard a lot of complaints about this and was told the design changed in 2009. Thanks Jeep!
- ahope, Cambridge, ON, Canada
This is a on going problem with the tie rod ends. Have had it repaired 4 times, finally have parts that are guaranteed but still have to pay over a hundred dollars for labor!!
- Linda M., louisville, OH, US
Was under extended warranty but same right side went bad 10 months later.
- Sherry O., Girard, PA, US
I also have to replace an outer tie arm. I have seen others having problems and am wondering what I am in store for? I noticed back in 2012 my left front tire was wearing on the inside. I had the alignment done and thought that was it. It came back again in 2013 so again I had it aligned. 2014 I had the shop look into why that tire and almost all the time. They inspected and found worn tie rods.
- Russell T., Norwalk, CA, US
I took the car in for servicing before a trip (fluid levels, oil, filter etc). The mechanic advised me that the lower control arms were worn & that the vehicle would be a danger to drive. He said that he could order the parts & repair it the following day & it would take approx 4 hrs. Repair done.
I'm expecting something else to fail on this unit judging from its history...
NEVER AGAIN FOR A CHRYSLER PRODUCT!!
- C.B. G., ESSEX, ON, canada
I've lost faith in Chrysler & their dealership...I just got jerked around & lots of shrugs (past warranty etc)...They just don't give a damn!
Never again...They offered me a pittance on it for a trade-in on a new vehicle just to add insult to injury...not worth it.
- C.B. G., ESSEX, ON, canada
I had a noise while driving and noticed my front passenger tire was wearing in the middle. I took it in to get looked at and found out ball joints, tie rods, shock absorbers, tires and of course and alignment all needed to be done.
Yes- this is a very reputable automotive place, but I was shocked to say the least! I have a 2008 Compass with 35,000(bought used with 17,000 miles on it nearly 2 years ago) and BAM a whole lot of stuff going on! HUGELY disappointed in this vehicle!
- Amy D., Sturgeon Bay, WI, US
We will never purchase another Jeep Compass and would never recommend one to anyone else. We've had 3 tie rods and 2 lower control arms replaced at a considerable cost. We are mature people and never abuse our vehicles in any way so we are totally disgusted with this vehicle.
- Alton P., Lincolnville, ME, US
I bought my 1st Jeep 2008 brand new, I have now had to replace 2 tie rods, bearings, ball joints and now a front hub. The car is paid for I wish I could dump it, I am single and didn't need this. I just spent 700.00 in the last month on the front end.
- Roxie K., Mayville, WI, US
After they replaced the tie rod end they charged me another $129.99 for a front end alignment that they said i requested.
- William T., Berlin, NJ, US
I bought this used car from someone, both control arms almost broken no power at all. I repaired them but car still was making noises.
- screw, Richmond Hill, ON, Canada