| Issue ID | 1505397 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11140663 |
| Manufacurer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
| Brand | JEEP |
| Model | COMPASS |
| Model Year | 2008 |
| File date | 01/10/18 |
| Component | STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Tl* the contact owns a 2008 jeep compass. While the vehicle was undergoing maintenance, the independent mechanic discovered two holes in the rear crossmembers. The contact was informed that the holes were caused by severe rusting and corrosion and the crossmembers needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer and local dealer (vision dodge, 920 panorama trail, rochester, ny) were notified, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 82,000. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 82000 |
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| Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
| City and State | WALWORTH, NY |
| VIN pattern | 1J8FF47W08DXXXXXX |
| 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 |
| Was part original equipment? | |
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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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