2008 Jeep Compass structure problems
30 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the structure on the 2008 Jeep Compass — 32% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Front and Rear Crossmember Corrosion (X69 Warranty Extension) - 2008-2012 Dodge Caliber & Jeep Compass/Patriot- NHTSA ID # 10140027 My Daughter was recently given a 2008 Jeep Compass by a family member for her 16th birthday. We took it to our local Auto serviceman who checked the car out, and made…”
filed Dec 14, 2021
“2008 jeep purchased brand new in 2010. In 2019 with only 71,000 miles and now viisible rust on the vehicle, my mechanic advised that the subframe was rotted through with rust and was soft and the subframe needs replacing ($1,750). I contacted fca (fiat chrysler automobile) and they told me the…”
filed Nov 14, 2019
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Structure problems in other Compass years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Compass | 1 | 5% |
| 2023 Compass | 1 | 2% |
| 2020 Compass | 1 | 1% |
| 2019 Compass | 5 | 2% |
| 2018 Compass | 10 | 1% |
| 2017 Compass | 2 | 1% |
| 2016 Compass | 8 | 3% |
| 2015 Compass | 3 | 3% |
| 2014 Compass | 14 | 5% |
| 2013 Compass | 4 | 5% |
| 2012 Compass | 12 | 7% |
| 2011 Compass | 23 | 12% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2008 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.