| Issue ID | 1335561 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10927075 |
| Manufacurer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
| Brand | JEEP |
| Model | COMPASS 4X4 |
| Model Year | 2007 |
| File date | 14/11/16 |
| Component | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | We purchased the vehicle new in january 2008. It has less than 100,000 miles on it. The jeep has been a very reliable vehicle, until recently. Within the past month, it has stalled on us five times (twice on a four lane highway), no malfunction light. When it stalls, the steering wheel locks up. Also, when refueling the tank, the pump shut offs after every $0. 10-$0. 20 worth of gas. Refueling the tank takes approximately 10-15 minutes. Originally, we believed it was the pumps at a certain gas station; however, trips to numerous gas stations resulted in the same issue. The jeep stalls only after refueling. I began researching online, and i thought the issue might have been a clogged evap system. However, we brought it to our mechanics; unfortunately, it needs a new fuel tank. The repair estimate totals $1,131. 07 for parts, labor, and taxes. Our mechanics, thought there could have been a recall on the fuel tank, or possibly an extended manufacturer's warranty, there wasn't. I began researching the aforementioned fuel tank issue, i found numerous complaints about the fuel tank. The manufacturer has been notified of the issues from jeep owners, myself included. Why has fca us, llc "chrysler" not issued a recall? Does someone have to be injured or worse for chrysler to take notice? This defect is extremely dangerous, and i believe it must be addressed as soon as possible! Http://www. Aboutautomobile. Com/complaint/2007/jeep/compass/fuel+system http://www. Carcomplaints. Com/jeep/compass/2007/fuel_system/fuel_propulsion_system. Shtml |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 98000 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | CHARLESTON, WV |
| VIN pattern | 1J8FF47W37DXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | N |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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