YearToAvoid

2007 Jeep Compass Engine Problems

NHTSA has 51 owner complaints about engine problems in the 2007 Jeep Compass, 20% of all 259 complaints for this model year. That is #7 highest engine complaint count among 19 Compass model years. These complaints report 1 crash and 2 fires. Median mileage at failure: 98,000 miles.

Engine complaints
51
20% of 259
Crashes reported
1
Fires reported
2
Injuries reported
0
Median mileage
98,000 mi
Related recalls
1

When 2007 Jeep Compass engine complaints were filed

First complaint Jun 23, 2008, latest May 6, 2026.

2007 Jeep Compass engine complaints: complaints filed per month3Jun 2008Jun 2012Dec 2014Mar 2016Nov 2017Jul 2019Nov 2022
51 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jun 2008 to May 2026; peak Sep 2014 (3).

Engine recalls for the 2007 Jeep Compass

  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.

Engine complaints by Compass model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

  1. 200751 (20%)
  2. 200815 (16%)
  3. 20096 (14%)
  4. 201011 (15%)
  5. 201151 (27%)
  6. 201245 (24%)
  7. 201314 (18%)
  8. 2014116 (38%)
  9. 201543 (38%)
  10. 2016174 (59%)
  11. 201777 (34%)
  12. 2018492 (52%)
  13. 2019169 (51%)
  14. 202083 (59%)
  15. 202124 (30%)
  16. 202241 (18%)
  17. 202310 (22%)
  18. 20249 (17%)
  19. 20254 (15%)

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2007 Jeep Compass have engine problems?
NHTSA has 51 owner complaints about the engine in the 2007 Jeep Compass, 20% of all complaints for this model year, including 1 that report a crash. Median mileage at failure is 98,000 miles.
Which Jeep Compass year has the most engine complaints?
The 2018 Jeep Compass has the most engine complaints (492), compared with 51 for the 2007.
Is there a engine recall for the 2007 Jeep Compass?
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign for the 2007 Jeep Compass concerns the engine: 10V234000.

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.