What's Wrong with the 1st Generation (2007–2016) Compass?

Compass owners have made 333 complaints about the 2007–2016 model years. Using our PainRank™ system we've ranked it 9th out of 18 Jeep generations in overall reliability, with real electrical and suspension concerns.

Compare With Other Compass Generations

Common 2007-2016 Jeep Compass Problems

Some of the worst issues 1st generation Compass owners have to deal with.

  2. Interior Water Leaks

    Jeeps are supposed to represent durability, off-road capability and great all-weather handling. Unfortunately for thousands of Jeep Compass and Patriot owners, they're afraid to drive their cars in the rain due to numerous reports of leaks …

    Continue reading article "Interior Water Leaks" A waterfall pouring in through the overhead light

  3. Jeep TIPM Electrical Problems

    If you've heard of a TIPM, chances are you own a vehicle from Fiat-Chrysler (FCA). Think of it like a command center for all the electrical functions of your car, and in FCA's case a very, very disfunctional one.

    Continue reading article "Jeep TIPM Electrical Problems" A TIPM pulled apart to show complicated electronics

What Owners Complain About

Sometimes it helps just to tally up the complaints and see where the biggest stacks are. Use this information to learn about troublespots or to run for the hills.

Worst Issues

What Breaks the Most

Years to Avoid

1st Generation (2007–2016) Compass Key Numbers

  1. 10 model years

    Grouping all models by their year can reveal some baddies.

  2. 333 complaints

    Running tally of owner grievances filed to CarComplaints.com.

  3. 9th in reliability

    Overall reliability rank out of 18 eligible generations.

Recent 1st Generation (2007–2016) Compass News

There's a lot of news out there, but not all of it matters. We try to boil down it to the most important bits about things that actually help you with your car problem. Interested in getting these stories in an email? Signup for free email alerts over at CarComplaints.com.

  1. Fiat-Chrysler (FCA) owners are worried that their vehicles may not pass the next state inspection. And for good reason.

    Last month, FCA announced that nearly 900,000 vehicles fail to meet emissions standards and will need new catalytic converters. That’s a lot of parts to come up with all at once, so FCA’s plan is to split the recall into stages with older vehicles getting repaired first. Some owners have filed a lawsuit because they will could fail their next state inspection before parts are available.

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    keep reading article "Some Jeep Vehicles May Not Pass Inspection As Owners Wait for Replacement Catalytic Converters"