2009 Jeep Compass

▲ Better than typical

2009 Jeep Compass
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:05:07.653Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

2009: 44 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2007	259
2008	93
2009	44
2010	71
2011	187
2012	183
2013	80
2014	306
2015	113
2016	286
2017	228
2018	927
2019	322
2020	136
2021	76
2022	217
2023	45
2024	49
2025	20
2026	1

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

SUSPENSION 30%

30% of complaints: suspension — 13 distinct reports on file.

CRASH

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I WAS DRIVING TO WORK DEC 23 MORNING AND REAR SUB FRAME BROKE AWAY FROM CONTROL ARM SENDING ME IN THE DITCH..LUCKY IT WAS 25 MPH. HAD LOCAL CHRYSLER DEALER LOOK AT IT AND BECAUSE IT WAS.MADE IT CANADA THEY WON'T FIX IT UNDER THE EXTENDED WARRNTY..

NHTSA ODI report, 20170417

The contact owns a 2009 Jeep Compass. The contact initially became aware that the rear passengerâs side tire was resting at an angle.

NHTSA ODI report, 20240201

IN THE LAST FOUR YEARS, I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE THE CONTROL ARMS ON BOTH THE DRIVER SIDE AND THE PASSENGER SIDE, I JUST FOUND OUT THAT BOTH ARE NEED OF REPLACEMENT AGAIN AND IT THE COST IS OUT OF THIS WORLD. JEEP NEEDS TO TAKE CARE OF THIS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20171109

STRUCTURE 14%

14% of complaints: structure — 6 distinct reports on file.

ENGINE 11%

11% of complaints: engine — 5 distinct reports on file.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 11%

11% of complaints: electrical system — 5 distinct reports on file.

AIR BAGS 9%

9% of complaints: air bags — 4 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY

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I HAD A TERRIBLE ACCIDENT. HIT THREE HARD OBJECTS,KNOCKING DOWN A TREE. THE AIRBAG SAFETY AND SEATBELT SYSTEM FAILED TO WORK, STRANGE THING, THE DRIVER SEAT DID NOT WORK AND THE PASSENGER EMPTY SEAT DID. THE JEEP WAS TOTAL.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140804

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20081110 — power train

CHRYSLER IS RECALLING 712 MY 2009 SEBRING, DODGE CALIBER, AVENGER, JOURNEY, JEEP PATRIOT, AND COMPASS VEHICLES. A NEW ADHESIVE USED IN THE POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) MANUFACTURING PROCESS CAN C

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE PCM FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 10, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.

Campaign 08V528000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2009 Jeep Compass — pre-purchase inspection

Test/inspect for suspension issues (13 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for structure issues (6 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for engine issues (5 reports on file for this year).
Verify recall 08V528000 (power train) has been completed.

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2023 ▲ 2024 ▲ 2010

WORST YEARS

■ 2018 ■ 2019 ■ 2014

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FAQ

Is the 2009 Jeep Compass reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2009 Jeep Compass is rated "better than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2009 Jeep Compass?

The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 30% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2009 Jeep Compass have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

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