Exterior Lighting Problems of Jeep Compass

Jeep Compass owners have reported 175 exterior lighting related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 8 most common exterior lighting problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's exterior lighting (149 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's headlights (16 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Exterior Lighting problems of Jeep Compass

The Exterior Lighting problem

The contact owns a 2018 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that while receiving an oil change, the contact was informed that the passenger’s side headlight failed to operate. The contact attempted to replace the light bulb; however, the headlight failed to illuminate.   Read details...

The Headlights problem

Headlight will not come on. Both have been replaced. One may come on but the other will notcome on.   Read details...

The Turn Signal problem

Factory trailer tow option lighting control shuts lights off on trailer and indicates turn signal light out when lights are fine. Left turn signals and brake light malfunction. Multiple trailers tested. Dealer has replaced trailer control module twice and problem persists.   Read details...

The Hazard Flashing Warning Light Unit problem

Safety hazard poor visibilty headlights- halogen bulbs h11ll. Poor visiablilty low lumens terrible road light distance. Dealer checked stated lights were fine.   Read details...

The Headlight Switch problem

The interior instrument panel and console lighting will not dim at night. This leads to a blinding situation. The dimmer switch functions only intermittently but the ip lights will go full bright after a short while after a vehicle restart. This occurs whether or not the car is moving or parked.   Read details...




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