Model overview

The Jeep Compass is a four-door compact crossover SUV proposed for the 2007 model year and is in its second generation. The prime generation Compass and Patriot, its rebadged variant, were amid Jeep's first crossover SUVs. The second-generation Compass launched in September 2016 in Brazil and at the Los Angeles International Auto Show in November 2016, sharing a revised platform with the Renegade.

In 2002 a concept car with the same name Jeep Compass was unveiled in Detroit at the North American International Auto Show, four years before the main production, with a two-door body, all-wheel drive, and a 3.7-liter V6 engine.

The Compass was not equipped with the 3.7 L Power-Tech V6 motor from the Jeep Liberty, though the production line of Compass held the concept car's styling and some of its traits. Another difference between the concept and the production model Compass is that the production model had four doors instead of two doors.

Jeep Compass known problems

Some of the common problems or complaints about the Jeep Compass are:

One of the several complaints is about the TIPM failure and usually is seen as an irregular or total failure of power door locks, the fuel pump or windshield wipers. Usually, this problem is reported by Jeep Compass owners at over 100.000 miles.

Overheating the CVT used by the automatic transmission was anther issue observer especially at the 2011 Jeep Compass model around 70.000 miles.

Electronic problems caused by the wireless control module failure. This creates situations when the remote keyless system is useless and the car can't start.

Small front and rear water leaks nearby the roof and sunroof.

Jeep Compass PDF owner manual

Below you can find the owners manuals for the Compass model sorted by year. The manuals are free to download and are available in PDF format. Is is recommended to check the owners manual corresponding to the correct year of your Jeep Compass to solve the problems or to get insights about the car.