Vehicle Overheat problems of the 2018 Jeep Compass

Two problems related to vehicle overheat have been reported for the 2018 Jeep Compass. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Vehicle Overheat problem

Failure Date: 12/06/2020

Vehicle randomly overheats then gets back to normal. Variable valve actuator failed. And also causing multiple cylinder misfire. Swishing noise occurs as well.

2 Vehicle Overheat problem

Failure Date: 05/03/2020

Car has stalled while driving. No transmission fluid and just bought from dealer less than 600 miles ago. Engine runs hot to the point vehicle stops while driving. Electrical system malfunctions and windows go up and down. Burning through coolant and transmission fluid as well as oil. Car overheats upon any acceleration and shuts off. All occur while in motion. Vehicle electrical system and lights too bright at night and cannot see you back up while parked or in motion. Cannot dim. Vehicle gear shift is rough in and out of gear (in drive to parked). Could not park when stalled.




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