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2012 Jeep Compass Suspension Problems

Suspension complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2012 Jeep Compass has 8 NHTSA suspension complaints and 0 suspension-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2012 Jeep Compass

Other
41
Airbags
26
Powertrain
26
Electrical
23
Engine
16
Fuel System
10
Suspension
8
Structure
8
Speed Control
7
Steering
6
Seats
3
Seat Belts
3
Visibility
3

8

Complaints

0

Recalls

0

Injuries Reported

Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 9, 2026

All Suspension Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Nov 1, 2023SUSPENSIONThe rear suspension crossmember and suspension control arm rotted out on my 2012 Jeep Compass. Also,...
Sep 5, 2022SUSPENSIONThe contact owns a 2012 Jeep Compass. The contact stated upon taking the vehicle to an independent m...
Jun 30, 2021SUSPENSIONThe Front And Rear Cross Members have severe Corrosion. These components are available for inspecti...
Oct 12, 2020SUSPENSIONSUBFRAME HAS A BIG WHOLE IN IT. WAS TOLD IT WILL NOT PASS BY STATE INSPECTION DUE TO SAFETY REASONS
Jun 29, 2020SUSPENSIONTHE REAR CROSS MEMBER ON MY 2012 JEEP COMPASS HAS COMPLETELY RUSTED THROUGH IN MULTIPLE LOCATIONS. T...
Aug 1, 2018SUSPENSIONTL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 JEEP COMPASS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL CONDITION IN...
Aug 1, 2017SUSPENSION,STRUCTUREVEHICLE STARTED MAKING A THUMPING NOISE IN REAR END AND STARTED TO GET WORSE. IT ALSO HAD A HIGH PI...
Feb 1, 2017SUSPENSION,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEMThe catalytic converter is failing on this vehicle. The vehicle had been maintained pre manufacturer...

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