2008 Jeep Compass Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2008 Jeep Compass.

20072009
Complaints
135
per 10K Sold
53.3
US Sales
25,349
Crashes
5
Fires
0
Injuries
4
Fatalities
Recalls
0

Worst 2008 Jeep Compass Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#125 complaints

Suspension Failures

Avg mileage:89,995 mi
#220 complaints

Body Structure

Avg mileage:92,296 mi
Crash-related:1
#313 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:145,301 mi
Crash-related:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2008 Jeep Compass.

Suspension Failures
25
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
89,995
Body Structure
20
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
92,296
Engine Problems
13
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
145,301
Fuel System
13
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
107,005
Transmission / Drivetrain
12
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
96,865
Steering Defects
9
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
97,734
Structure:Frame And Members
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
84,000
Airbags
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical Faults
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electronic Stability Control
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structural Problems
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structure:Frame And Members:Underbody Shields
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension:Front
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Arm
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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2008 Jeep Compass — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2008 Jeep Compass reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2008 Jeep Compass has 135 NHTSA complaints, 5 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Suspension Failures with 25 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2008 Jeep Compass?
Top reported problems: Suspension Failures (25 complaints, avg 89,995 mi); Body Structure (20 complaints, avg 92,296 mi); Engine Problems (13 complaints, avg 145,301 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2008 Jeep Compass?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 101,420 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2008 Jeep Compass?
NHTSA complaints for the 2008 Jeep Compass include 5 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 4 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2008 Jeep Compass have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2008 Jeep Compass as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 2008 Jeep Compass?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Jeep Compass reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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