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2018 Jeep Compass Suspension Problems

24 owner-reported suspension complaints from NHTSA data

24
Complaints
1
Recalls
3
Crashes
Feb 2021Dec 2019
Date Range

Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.

Suspension Recalls (1)

RECALLCampaign #18V279000

SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Compass vehicles. The front lower control arms may be incorrectly welded, potentially resulting in a control arm separation.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the front lower control arms, free of charge. The recall began May 31, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U42.

Owner Complaints (24)

criticalSUSPENSION,AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS
Filed: Jul 2025

When starting the vehicle the error message comes on with the man holding the air bag and it comes on bigger in the dashboard too. And feels like the car runs hotter with this message on. If someone is riding in the passenger side and I get into an accident.

NHTSA #: 11672116
criticalSUSPENSION
CrashFiled: Oct 2023

On 8/16/2022 I was involved in an accident due to front driver side suspension breaking.

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NHTSA #: 11547938
criticalSUSPENSION
CrashFiled: Aug 2022

Tie rod snapped causing an accident.

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NHTSA #: 11479645
criticalSUSPENSION,POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
CrashFiled: Oct 2021

My jeeps auto start stop has had issues since the day I got it. Ive taken it back to jeep servicing multiple times and all they do is resent the card computer. The car still moves while in park, the car shuts off while driving on the highway (55mph) it slows down, shuts off and does start for a few mins.

NHTSA #: 11436988
highSUSPENSION,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES
Filed: Nov 2022

The car will stall while driving at highway speeds and/or will turn on the emergency brake after stopping due to a stop sign or traffic. Yes this is available for inspection. Not as of yet, Jeep said it was a battery problem.

NHTSA #: 11493230
highSUSPENSION
Filed: Sep 2020

Tl* the contact owns a 2018 jeep compass. The contact stated that while driving over a speed bump, the passenger's side front control arm detached. The vehicle was towed to arrigo chrysler dodge jeep ram sawgrass (5901 madison ave, tamarac, fl 33321) and the contact was informed that the control arm needed to be replaced.

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NHTSA #: 11361703
mediumSUSPENSION,POWER TRAIN
Filed: Jun 2025

Car started shifting hard during deceleration giving a jolt forward. Check engine light came on for power train control module. Also started hearing a rattle and had to replace control arms.

NHTSA #: 11665664
mediumSUSPENSION
Filed: Jun 2025

Vehicle started rattling going over bumps.

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NHTSA #: 11665665
mediumSUSPENSION
Filed: Nov 2024

The contact owns a 2018 Jeep Compass. The contact stated while driving at various speeds over a bumpy road surface and over a pothole, the vehicle shuddered and made an abnormal clunking and rattling sound. The contact stated that the failure progressively worsened while driving.

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NHTSA #: 11624782
mediumSUSPENSION,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Filed: Nov 2024

I took my vehicle to a dealership for diagnostic and was told the lower control arm in front is making noise. They want over $700 for labor alone. I looked up the issue online and saw a recall but my VIN isn't on the list so they won't fix it.

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NHTSA #: 11624377
mediumSUSPENSION,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Filed: Feb 2024

Sway bar links are unsafe. Electrical system makfunctions after idling vehicle and at other random times, causing vehicle warning lights to illuminate abd vehicle won't function properly. Vehicle loses oil, 2,000 miles after each oil change a quart or more must be added then the same after each 1,000 miles after.

NHTSA #: 11573518
mediumSUSPENSION
Filed: Nov 2022

I was driving on a local street when all of a sudden I started hearing a rattling sound coming from the front of the car. Next day, I took it to a mechanic. They notified me the struts needed to be replaced.

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NHTSA #: 11493033
mediumSUSPENSION
Filed: May 2021

The front stabilizer bar end links had to be replaced after 25000 miles. This vehicle is about 2.5 years old. The work order says replace front sway bar links.

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NHTSA #: 11415461
mediumSUSPENSION,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
Filed: Mar 2021

The vehicle will randomly shut down while driving. Interior electrical stops working first. This has happened on a highway and on a town side street.

NHTSA #: 11399511
mediumSUSPENSION
Filed: Feb 2021

Struts need to be replaced after 10,000 miles, horrible clunking when it hits any little bump, very unnerving, will not buy another one

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NHTSA #: 11395704
mediumSUSPENSION
Filed: Sep 2020

The passenger side strut has already broken, the vehicle is under 20,000 miles. Also the vehicle has already had multiple repairs under warranty for faulty backup camera and computer in the car. When operating the vehicle, even on smoothly paved roads, the strut rattled and makes noise.

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NHTSA #: 11354427
mediumSUSPENSION
Filed: Sep 2020

A year ago the passenger side lower control arm stabilizer link was bad and there was a recall on it so I got it replaced is fine a year later I have to have it replaced again because it's making all kinds of noise

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NHTSA #: 11353335
mediumSUSPENSION
Filed: Dec 2019

Front ball joints became severely loose and needed to be replaced. Tire became wobbly while driving

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NHTSA #: 11289999
lowSUSPENSION,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Filed: Jul 2025

Hello,2018 jeep compass 4x4 with 35,000 miles. Backup camera screen half blacked out, can't use features without or see. Many of these jeep screen radios are defective and should be recalled at 900.

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NHTSA #: 11676031
lowSUSPENSION,ENGINE
Filed: Mar 2024

Vehicle loses oil, 2k-3k miles after each oil change a quart or more must be added then the same after each 1,000 miles after.

NHTSA #: 11576682
lowSUSPENSION
Filed: Mar 2023

Faulty sway bar link(s), front of vehicle

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NHTSA #: 11513200
lowSUSPENSION,POWER TRAIN,WHEELS
Filed: Feb 2023

Power train: Axel Assembly: Ankle Shaft

NHTSA #: 11509331
lowSUSPENSION,WHEELS
Filed: Mar 2021

Alignment went out on camber, no factory adjustment is available. The choice is wear tires uneven and risk a blow out or put in after market adjustments. Alignment is a normal part of the maintenance of the vehicle, not making the adjustments available is wrong and makes the vehicle unsafe to drive without greater cost to the consumer.

NHTSA #: 11402581
lowSUSPENSION,VISIBILITY/WIPER
Filed: Nov 2020

This is a two-year-old car requiring strut replacement. Never driven off-road and never driven on a flat tire.

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NHTSA #: 11374313

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