2008 Jeep Compass 4X4
Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
- Complaints
- 47
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Suspension
None on file
None on file
47% of complaints
Complaints per year
2008: 47 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2007 | 156 |
| 2008 | 47 |
| 2009 | 15 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Suspension
47% · 22 reportsMost commonly citing lower ball joint and front.
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Received the February 15, 2017 letter about the warranty extended to 10 years/ unlimited miles on the front and rear crossmembers. At the time of the letter the condition mentioned had not been experienced.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-12-05
Ball joint on the 2008 Jeep compass is has gone bad after just 50,000 miles. Over 1/2 " Of play in the joint that could cause separation of the wheel from the vehicle causing a driver to lose control of the vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2010-08-26
Steering
23% · 11 reportsShow complaint excerpts
Front sub frame rusted out.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-03-22
Structure
13% · 6 reportsMost commonly citing body.
Fuel/propulsion system
13% · 6 reportsShow complaint excerpts
Gas tank want take gas when filling tank keep shutting off, I was told by dealer it was a valve in the tank.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-03-23
Power train
11% · 5 reportsMost commonly citing automatic transmission.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Jeep Compass 4X4. While driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle jerked to the right. Sparks and flames appeared from the rear of the vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2016-03-02
Tl*the contact owns a 2008 Jeep compass. The contact stated that on any incline in the drive position when she took her foot off of the brake pedal the vehicle rolled backwards instead of forward or remaining steady.
NHTSA ODI report, 2010-08-11
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2008 Jeep Compass 4X4 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Suspension: 22 reports on file for this year.
- Steering: 11 reports on file for this year.
- Structure: 6 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2008 Jeep Compass 4X4 reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2008 Jeep Compass 4X4?
- The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 47% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2008 Jeep Compass 4X4 have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.