Table 1 shows 13 common suspension related problems of the 2007 Jeep Compass. The number one most common problem is related to the suspension (41 problems). The second most common problem is related to the front suspension control arm (35 problems).
The frame infront where the motor and steering attach rotted completely threw, separated at the weld. It is a safety hazard where steering is affected. The dash lights for the traction, abs, and even the cruise control are on and those items are no longer functional. Read details...
Inspection after clunking from the front of the vehicle revealed severe rot and corrosion of the subframe with the mounting for the anti-roll bar completed broken away from the subframe. Also severe corrosion around the lower control arm mounting appeared to be close to the failure point. Read details...
The front left side has come apart 2 times from the ball joint and a frame. Today it felt and sounded the same I took it in to a shop immediately because I did not want the front tire coming of again. The mechanic put it up on the lift and came and got me. Read details...