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2008 Jeep COMPASS Suspension Problems, Complaints and Defects

Issue ID	1257841
Internal NHTSA #	10823296
Manufacurer	Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
Brand	JEEP
Model	COMPASS
Model Year	2008
File date	16/12/15
Component	SUSPENSION
Product type code	VEHICLE
Description of the problem	I took my jeep compass in for a routine oil change when the mechanic discovered that the subframe (cross member and control arm) which secured the engine and transmission was completely rusted through. The mechanic asked me to take a look. The hole was so large i could put my hand in it and the crack ran along the entire crossmember. He cautioned me to not drive it until it was replaced, saying that the engine and transmission could fall out at any time and could lead to a very serious if not fatal accident. Also noted was play in the right outer tie rod and right lower ball joint. My vehicle had just turned the 100k mile mark. I am the original owner and have routine maintenance performed. If i had not take to a local mechanic, this may have not been discovered resulting in serious consequences. Calls to chrysler customer service eventually resulted in a reduction in the cost of parts (2007 compass was recalled for same issue). My bill is still over $1,000 and would like chrysler to cover the cost of labor and parts. The replacement parts used were from the 2007 recall. This is unsafe and should not be happening to a vehicle 7. 5 years old. I was told it was because salt is used on the roads. If that's the case, they should issue a disclaimer or safety warning when selling jeeps in areas that have snow and salt. I am very concerned that i had been driving for months, if not longer, in a very unsafe vehicle. The jeep compass 2007 was recalled and chrysler pacifica for the exact same problems. Apparently, not enough complaints have warranted a 2008 recall.
Vehicle Mileage at Failure	101000
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Source of the issue	NHTSA WEB SITE
City and State	PETOSKEY, MI
VIN pattern	1J8FF47W88DXXXXXX
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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What is Recall?
A recall is when a product is removed from the market or a correction is made to the product because it is either defective or potentially harmful.
What is Failure?
Failure is the state or condition of not meeting a desirable or intended objective, and may be viewed as the opposite of success. Product failure ranges from failure to sell the product to fracture of the product, in the worst cases leading to personal injury, the province of forensic engineering.
What is Defect?
Non-conformance of a car component with the specified requirements, or non-fulfillment of user expectations, including the safety aspects.

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2008 Jeep COMPASS Suspension Problems, Complaints and Defects, Recalls and Failures

2008 Jeep COMPASS Suspension Problems, Complaints and Defects

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