2007 Jeep Compass 4X4: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2007 Jeep Compass 4X4: 1 recall, 156 owner complaints.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Wheels Vehicle recall #07V196000 · 2007 · 410 vehicles
What's wrong: Certain passenger vehicles equipped with rear disc brakes fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) no. 135, "light vehicle brake systems." the length of the rear wheel hub mounting bolts May prevent actuation of the park brake.
Why it matters: This could allow unintended movement of the vehicle under certain conditions and cause a crash without warning.
The fix: Dealers will replace the rear wheel hub mounting bolts and repair the park brake free of charge. The recall began on May 8, 2007.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 2 mention a fire, 1 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Suspension (76): the most common themes are noise or vibration (28), rust / corrosion (18).
- Steering (36): the most common themes are noise or vibration (10), steering problems (10).
- Fuel & propulsion (35): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (27).
- Body & structure (20): the most common themes are rust / corrosion (15), noise or vibration (6).
The 2007 Jeep Compass 4X4 has 156 owner complaints, ranking #1 of 3 Compass 4X4 model years for complaints (2.1× the average Compass 4X4 year). Complaints peaked in 2011 (25 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 8 years old, at a median of 69,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2008 (47 complaints, 0 recalls).
Want the full repair deets? Get the factory manual.
Recall and complaint data tells you what goes wrong. A service manual tells you how to fix it: torque specs, wiring diagrams, fluid capacities and step-by-step procedures for the 2007 Jeep Compass 4X4.
Closest thing to the factory manual for most years. Pay once, keep it.
Most $25–$78, one-timePro-shop repair procedures, wiring diagrams and TSBs for your exact car.
From $19.99/mo · $39.99/yrOEM procedures, specs and recall/TSB info, the same source many shops use.
From $19.99/mo · $59.99/yrStep-by-step photos written from a real teardown. Great for first-timers.
Books ~$30–$40 · AllAccess $34.99/moHeads up: we may earn a commission if you buy through these links, at no extra cost to you. Prices checked 2026-10 and can change. We never host or link to pirated manuals. Disclosure
FAQ
Does the 2007 Jeep Compass 4X4 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2007 Jeep Compass 4X4. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2007 Jeep Compass 4X4 problems?
Owners have filed 156 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are suspension (76), steering (36), fuel & propulsion (35).
Where can I get a 2007 Jeep Compass 4X4 repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.