MYRModel Year Report

2009 Jeep Compass 4X4

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2009 Jeep Compass 4X4
RENDERED 2026-08-02T14:14:42.994Z

Only 15 complaints on file — too few 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.

Only 15 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Jeep Compass 4X4 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2009 highlighted. 2007: 156 complaints 2007 2008: 47 complaints 2008 2009: 15 complaints 2009
2009: 15 complaints
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YearComplaints
2007156
200847
200915

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 15 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SUSPENSION

5 of 15 total reports mention: suspension.

CRASH
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THE FRONT SUBFRAME IS COMPLETELY RUSTED OUT. HAD TO HAVE VEHICLE TOWED HOME BECAUSE THE FRONT WHEELS LOOK LIKE A BOW-LEGGED COWBOY BECAUSE THE SUBFRAME BASICALLY SNAPPED AS WE WERE DRIVING.

NHTSA ODI report, 20190603

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

3 of 15 total reports mention: electrical system.

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THE LOW TIRE PRESSURE WARNING LIGHT ON THE DASH COMES ON CONTINUALLY ON THIS VEHICLE; EVEN WHEN ALL FOUR TIRES ARE PROPERLY INFLATED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140318

STRUCTURE

2 of 15 total reports mention: structure.

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I HAVE HAD MY VEHICLE SINCE 2010 AND HAD CONCERNS THAT I HAD SENT TO THE ATTORNEY GENERALS OFFICE LESS THAN A YEAR AFTER I PURCHASED THE VEHICLE AND NOTHING WAS DONE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20131230

POWER TRAIN

2 of 15 total reports mention: power train.

WHEELS

1 of 15 total reports mentions: wheels.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2009 Jeep Compass 4X4 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (2 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2009 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 2009 Jeep Compass 4X4?

The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2009 Jeep Compass 4X4 have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.