The Lemon IndexAll cars · Jeep Compass · 2008
2008 Jeep Compass. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Engines and drivetrains 5
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl | Auto (variable gear ratios) | FWD | 23 / 27 / 24 | Regular | $2,600 |
| 2.4L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | 23 / 28 / 25 | Regular | $2,500 |
| 2.4L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | 4Wheel or AWD | 22 / 27 / 24 | Regular | $2,600 |
| 2.4L 4-cyl | Auto (variable gear ratios) | FWD | 21 / 25 / 23 | Regular | $2,700 |
| 2.4L 4-cyl | Auto (variable gear ratios) | 4Wheel or AWD | 21 / 24 / 22 | Regular | $2,850 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
Failure mileage by system
Half of owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 54,000 and 111,000 miles. Median 86,200, from 146 complaints with a mileage.
| System | Median | Middle half | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 66,000 | 42,000–101,000 | 55 |
| Body structure | 90,000 | 71,000–108,400 | 35 |
| Steering | 67,700 | 38,700–122,200 | 25 |
| Fuel or ev drive system | 105,400 | 80,200–124,200 | 16 |
| Transmission & drivetrain | 96,300 | 67,000–129,700 | 13 |
Mileage owners typed into their NHTSA complaint, all complaints for this model year. People report some problems late, so read it as a range.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Suspension | 50% |
| Steering | 35% |
| Body structure | 10% |
| Interior lighting | 10% |
| Brakes | 10% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 172 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Manufacturer communications 63
Jeep filed 63 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- Water Leaks At The Front And/Or Rear Roof Area This bulletin involves inspecting the front…
- Front And Rear Crossmember Corrosion (X69 Warranty Extension) This bulletin involves…
- This bulletin involves inspecting the front and rear crossmembers for perforation/rust through…
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | No | No |
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Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
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