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2007 Jeep Compass Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

Caution

Complaint Index

61/100

#8 most-complained of 19 Compass years

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

The 2007 Jeep Compass has 259 owner complaints and 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Its Complaint Index is 61 out of 100 — #8 highest of 19 Compass model years (verdict: Caution). The most reported problem area is suspension, wheels & tires (83 complaints, 32% of the total). Complaints report 9 crashes, 6 fires, and 6 injuries.

Complaints
259
Recalls
3
Crashes / fires
9 / 6
Injuries / deaths
6 / 0
NHTSA overall rating
Not rated
EPA combined MPG
23.5
21.5 city / 26 hwy

Top 2007 Jeep Compass problems

NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Suspension, Wheels & Tires83 (32%)
  2. Fuel System54 (21%)
  3. Engine51 (20%)
  4. Electrical System33 (13%)
  5. Structure & Body30 (12%)
  6. Transmission & Powertrain29 (11%)
  7. Steering27 (10%)
  8. Brakes21 (8%)
  9. Other17 (7%)
  10. Visibility & Wipers10 (4%)
2007 Jeep Compass complaints: complaints filed per quarter162007 Q12009 Q22011 Q32013 Q42016 Q12018 Q22020 Q32023 Q2
372 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2007 Q1 to 2026 Q2; peak 2010 Q3 (16).

2007 Jeep Compass recalls

3 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.

  1. NHTSA 10V234000Jun 3, 2010Engine24,825 vehicles

    Vehicle speed control:accelerator pedal

    Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2007 dodge caliber and jeep compass passenger vehicles manufactured from march 7 through may 19, 2006. The pivot bushings in vehicles with oversized accelerator pedal bearing pockets may become dislodged and potentially cause the accelerator pedal to bind or stick.

    Risk: Should the pedal bind or become stuck, it can be overcome by smart brakes which override the accelerator pedal in certain conditions.

    Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners and dealers will inspect and replace all affected accelerator pedal assemblies free of charge. The safety recall began on june 29, 2010. Owners may contact chrysler toll-free at 1-800-853-1403.

  2. NHTSA 06V493000Dec 29, 2006Brakes50,665 vehicles

    Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/module

    On certain vehicles, the antilock brake system (ABS) control module software may cause the rear brakes to lock up during certain braking conditions.

    Risk: This could result in a loss of vehicle control and cause a crash without warning.

    Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the ABS electronic control unit. The recall began on february 19, 2007. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

  3. NHTSA 06V434000Nov 15, 2006Other18,245 vehicles

    Equipment:other:owners/service/other manual

    On certain sport utility vehicles, the owner's manual does not contain the required higher rollover risk warning information.

    Risk: Without the rollover warning information in the owner's manual, drivers may not be aware of the significantly higher rollover rate on this type vehicle, which could result in a crash.

    Remedy: Daimlerchrysler will mail an addendum to the owner's manual to all affected vehicle owners. The recall began on november 14, 2006. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

2007 Jeep Compass fuel economy and fuel cost

City
21.5 MPG
Highway
26 MPG
Combined
23.5 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA)
$2,750
15,000 mi/yr
Fuel
Regular
Current regular gas
$4.32/gal
national avg.

EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.

2007 compared with other Compass years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)0255075100’07’08’09’10’11’12’13’14’15’16’17’18’19’20’21’22’23’24’25
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2007Caution61259323.5
2008Best693024
2009Best044124.5

All Jeep Compass years: best and worst →

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2007 Jeep Compass a reliable year?
Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2007 Jeep Compass ranks #8 of 19 among Compass model years (Complaint Index 61/100, verdict: Caution). It has 259 complaints and 3 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Jeep Compass?
The most reported problem areas are suspension, wheels & tires (83 complaints), fuel system (54 complaints), and engine (51 complaints). The median mileage at the time of failure in complaints that report it is 82,460 miles.
Does the 2007 Jeep Compass have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2007 Jeep Compass, most recently reported 2010, covering engine, brakes, and other.
What is the fuel economy of the 2007 Jeep Compass?
EPA rates the 2007 Jeep Compass at 23.5 MPG combined (21.5 city / 26 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,750. Where several configurations exist, the median is shown.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.