Power Train Problems of Jeep Compass

Jeep Compass owners have reported 523 power train related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 25 most common power train problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's power train (416 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's automatic transmission control module (21 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Power Train problems of Jeep Compass

The Power Train problem

The contact owns a 2017 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that while driving 10 mph in the middle lane, the vehicle stopped unexpectedly. While accelerating, there was an abnormal grinding and clanking metallic sound coming from the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated.   Read details...

The Automatic Transmission Control Module problem

[xxx] [xxx] , [xxx] [xxx] 2/7/26 to whom it may concern, I am writing to formally express my concern regarding ongoing, critical safety issues with my vehicle, which have been increasingly dangerous while driving.   Read details...

The Transmission Noise problem

Ii kept my Jeep Compass up todate with oll changes and brakes and tires. I have now experineced a real bad noise from under the engine. I thought it was my brakes or pulley. It turns out I need a new transmission. I have a 5 speed.   Read details...

The Transmission Failure problem

My 2016 Jeep Compasses transmission has failed at 96000 miles. It has the 2. 0l i4 with the cvt, its fwd. I was traveling at 35mph when it failed.   Read details...

The Noises During Shifting problem

When shifting vehicle will jolt and make a pop noise mostly when driven long miles and then shifting between speed limits , going through roundabouts, stopping and going ,   Read details...




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