2018 Jeep Compass suspension problems

Related recalls

• Recall 18V279000May 1, 20182,761 vehicles
  SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM

  Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Compass vehicles. The front lower control arms may be incorrectly welded, potentially resulting in a control arm separation.

  Risk: If the lower control arm separates, it can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the front lower control arms, free of charge. The recall began May 31, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U42.

What owners say

1. Filed Aug 10, 2026MIElectrical SystemEngineSuspension

   My odometer flashes since buying. Bluetooth connection causing screen to glitch and jump between settings. Screen turns blue and back up camera doesn’t work randomly. Overheating issue came out of nowhere. No check engine lights. The jerking is a hazard while driving. The vehicle has been inspected and repaired by multiple shops. All these issues have been hazardous to me and my family.

   NHTSA complaint #11756084 · source
2. Filed Jul 24, 2025MIOther / UnknownSuspension

   Hello,2018 jeep compass 4x4 with 35,000 miles. Backup camera screen half blacked out, can't use features without or see. Many of these jeep screen radios are defective and should be recalled at 900. Also sway bar links are weak,broke two times. Should be recalled do to plastic like part and for a front end that is disgusting. Are these being investigated?

   NHTSA complaint #11676031 · source
3. Filed Jul 8, 2025NCAirbagsSeats & Seat BeltsSuspension

   When starting the vehicle the error message comes on with the man holding the air bag and it comes on bigger in the dashboard too. And feels like the car runs hotter with this message on. If someone is riding in the passenger side and I get into an accident. It could be deadly for that person. So the area is on the passenger side. Yes spoke to the dealer at Flow Volvo in Greensboro NC, and she know about the problem of the car also. I do see in 2017 there was a patrolman…

   NHTSA complaint #11672116 · source
4. Filed Jun 8, 2025ILSuspensionTransmission & Drivetrain

   Car started shifting hard during deceleration giving a jolt forward. Check engine light came on for power train control module. Also started hearing a rattle and had to replace control arms.

   NHTSA complaint #11665664 · source
5. Filed Nov 12, 202411 miCOSuspension

   The contact owns a 2018 Jeep Compass. The contact stated while driving at various speeds over a bumpy road surface and over a pothole, the vehicle shuddered and made an abnormal clunking and rattling sound. The contact stated that the failure progressively worsened while driving. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that unknown bushings and the lower front control arm needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer…

   NHTSA complaint #11624782 · source
6. Filed Nov 9, 2024COOther / UnknownSuspension

   I took my vehicle to a dealership for diagnostic and was told the lower control arm in front is making noise. They want over $700 for labor alone. I looked up the issue online and saw a recall but my vin isn't on the list so they won't fix it. Please add my vin because the issue is apparent

   NHTSA complaint #11624377 · source
7. Filed Mar 11, 2024NYEngineSuspension

   Vehicle loses oil, 2k-3k miles after each oil change a quart or more must be added then the same after each 1,000 miles after.

   NHTSA complaint #11576682 · source
8. Filed Feb 22, 2024PAElectrical SystemSuspension

   Sway bar links are unsafe. Electrical system makfunctions after idling vehicle and at other random times, causing vehicle warning lights to illuminate abd vehicle won't function properly. Vehicle loses oil, 2,000 miles after each oil change a quart or more must be added then the same after each 1,000 miles after.

   NHTSA complaint #11573518 · source
9. Filed Nov 11, 2022MABrakesElectrical SystemSuspension

   1. The car will stall while driving at highway speeds and/or will turn on the emergency brake after stopping due to a stop sign or traffic. Yes this is available for inspection. 2. Not as of yet, Jeep said it was a battery problem. 3. The vehicle has been inspected by Jeep. 4. There were no signs or symptoms of the problem prior to failure. It occurred from one day to another and has not stopped.

   NHTSA complaint #11493230 · source
10. Filed Nov 10, 2022NYSuspension

    I was driving on a local street when all of a sudden I started hearing a rattling sound coming from the front of the car. Next day, I took it to a mechanic. They notified me the struts needed to be replaced. Struts replaced and fine for awhile. 2 months later im on the highway heading to work. I hear the same sound starting again. I take it back to the same mechanic. They say the sway bar link needs to be replaced. Since I was just there they would replace at no charge, but…

    NHTSA complaint #11493033 · source
11. Filed Oct 16, 2021NYCrashEngineSuspensionTransmission & Drivetrain

    My jeeps auto start stop has had issues since the day I got it. Ive taken it back to jeep servicing multiple times and all they do is resent the card computer. The car still moves while in park, the car shuts off while driving on the highway (55mph) it slows down, shuts off and does start for a few mins. The entire right passenger side wheel broke off the car. The car jumps forward which cause a accident back in 2018-2019 a few months right after getting the car. The car…

    NHTSA complaint #11436988 · source
12. Filed May 6, 202125,500 miMISuspension

    The front stabilizer bar end links had to be replaced after 25000 miles. This vehicle is about 2.5 years old. The work order says replace front sway bar links. Isn't that a bit early to be replacing links like this. The car is a daily drive and does not go off road for anything. The car was making a rattling noise when i brought it in for service.

    NHTSA complaint #11415461 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology