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Jeep Compass repairs by problem area

Engine (24%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (11%)

Brakes and Traction Control (6%)

Suspension and Steering (39%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (13%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (5%)

Other (2%)

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Jeep Compass electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (5%)

$500 - $999 (11%)

$100 - $499 (37%)

< $100 (47%)

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Chart based on 19 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2017.5 Jeep Compass 4dr SUV

180-horsepower 2.4L I4 9-speed shiftable automatic AWD

10000 mi Body Control Module was replaced, some other modules were updated via computer. Remote start would sometimes not work. No MIL was present, but tech said some codes were logged in the system. All has been well since BCM was replaced, most of the shop time was just waiting for the part to arrive. 

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2017 Jeep Compass 4dr SUV

158-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD

18000 mi The actuator that changes the vent air flow was binding and not changing the vents that were blowing out. They replaced the actuator. 

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2014 Jeep Compass 4dr SUV

172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

24300 mi Issue with the radio display. RBZ model. Used in ALL Jeep/Chrysler/Dodge products. 

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2014 Jeep Compass 4dr SUV

158-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

3100 mi

$200
Fumes coming they cent when recycle air option is on 
104000 mi

US $29
Actuator that controls the blend door got too weak to switch to heat from cold. 

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2011 Jeep Compass 4dr SUV

turbocharged 161hp 2.2L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual AWD

66743 mi It simply leaks, I have recharged it....lets see how long it lasts. 

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2008 Jeep Compass

turbocharged 4-cylinder diesel manual AWD

620 mi Blown front speaker. 

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2008 Jeep Compass 4dr SUV

172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD

69440 mi

C $2200
New water pump, alternator, multi-function turn signal switch 

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2008 Jeep Compass 4dr SUV

172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD

29720 mi TPS system would always light up and say to check the system, but the system seemed to work fine. 
73160 mi

C $550
Replaced alternator. 

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2008 Jeep Compass 4dr SUV

172-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual AWD

112100 mi

C $250
Switch for power windows was replaced 

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2007 Jeep Compass

Engine not specified

47000 mi

US $460
leaks under passenger and driver dask ..pink fluid taken to delaer 3 times then air conditing stopped working..now 463 for new blower 

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2007 Jeep Compass 4dr SUV

172-horsepower 2.4L I4 CVT FWD

100000 mi

US $725
Alternator failure. Caused problems with hard starting, failure of battery to fully charge, warning lights. 
91000 mi

US $500
Alternator whine, de-coupler failure. 
41000 mi

C $488
A/C wasn't very cool. Dealership checked and replaced the seals. 
67860 mi

C $400
Initially it sounded like the flywheel an starter. Wouldn't engage, clattering noise when turn key. Towing, parts and labor included. To replace starter as casing was cracked and prevented the Benix to engage and damaged 2 flywheel teeth. 
69420 mi

C $428
After the starter and flywheel repaired, a noise fr the engine got louder, thinking it was the "whirring" noise that is from the flywheel. Had dealer investigate; alternator bearing; estimate $ 800! CAA garage estmate: $430! Now: keep/sell? 

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2007 Jeep Compass 4dr SUV

172-horsepower 2.4L I4 CVT AWD

41120 mi

€400
Alternator noise 
59000 mi

US $15
Brake pedal safety interlock switch failed, replaced. 
139300 mi

US $70
Driver side window regulator inop, replaced regulator assy. 

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2007 Jeep Compass 4dr SUV

172-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual AWD

395 mi Instrument Cluster; partial failure. Covered under warrenty (no cost) 
147000 mi

US $250
Alternator Bearing and idler pulley failing 

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