Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (service brakes, ABS, rotors and pads, parking brake).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2007 Jeep Compass owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that there was liquid on both front floorboards of the vehicle. In addition, while driving at 30 MPH, another vehicle attempted to merge into the lane and crashed into the driver's side of the contact's vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. The contact sustained minor neck inquiries that required medical attention. A police report was not filed. The vehicle was not diagnosed, but was taken to a collision center for repairs. The vehicle was repaired for body damages. In addition, while approaching a stop, the brake pedal was depressed but there was an abnormal noise coming from the brake pedal. As the contact attempted to move forward, the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to restart the vehicle. The air bag warning light illuminated. The failure with the brakes recurred on numerous occasions. …
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Jeep Compass. While driving at approximately 50 MPH, the vehicle experienced acceleration failure. The vehicle accelerated when the brake pedal was depressed. It was also difficult to view the odometer. The contact stated that this was a recurring failure. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The technician was unable to find a failure. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 146,000. In addition, on September 15, 2013, the power steering failed and the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle stalled, but was able to restart. The contact stated that this was a recurring failure. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The technician stated that the control arm and bushing failed. The vehicle was repaired. …
My vehicle, has a rough ride, traction light flashes often. I had several repairs done on my front in June 2014, (upper,lower control arms, left and right sides, rotors ,brakes and tires are always needed). On February 2,2015 my left front ball joints and control arms broke and my wheel broke off, I am currently in need of more control arm and strut repair on my right side again! My vehicle clumps and has a rough ride, I am in constant fear driving this vehicle,because of the constant issues with my front end, even after its repaired.
Parking brake doesn't work and the stability of the vehicle is not good it wobbles around turns and I'm afraid the vehicle will roll one day. This unstable condition will happen on the city highway and city streets while in motion driving. I put on the parking brake and it does not stop the vehicle because I can drive if I forgot I put it on without any problems and I'll hear the beeping go off and put my parking brake on. I feel as if one day to school my vehicle will rock unstable and cause me to wreck even though I am very careful.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Jeep Compass. While driving the vehicle, the accelerator pedal failed to provide enough power. Additionally, the brake pedal traveled to the floor when depressed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure persisted and the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The manufacturer was made aware of the failures. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 120,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Jeep Compass 4x4. While the vehicle was in reverse, a crunching sound emerged form the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was driven to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the brake pads needed to be replaced. While on the lift, the mechanic noticed holes on the frame and severe rust. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 118,000.
Handbrake won't lock brakes grinding bad problems Coming To Complete stop emergency brake Won't go Off
2007 Jeep Compass issues with brakes pads, rotor suspension ,tie rods,ball joint, struts, swaybar, swingbar full front suspension and front brakes and rotors. In 1/20/10 I brought me Jeep Compass in because of noise found out that I need struts front brakes and rotors outer tie rods a wheel alignment it cause me over a thousand dollars now 4 months later I have more issues with the car so I bring it back now they said that I need ball joint swaybar swing bar and bearings and the rear brakes and rotors etc this is going to cost me 1300 now that I think about it I never had a car that had so many problems my car has only 29000 miles its 3 years old why does it need this much work even the mechanic says this car has alot of issues whit the front end and steering and suspension and I owned other cars that are old and have not any issues with the car except the replacing brake pads and oil …
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Jeep Compass. While driving approximately 65 MPH, the contact noticed that the ABS and traction control warning lights were illuminated on the instrument panel. The brakes began to engage suddenly and independently. The failure recurred intermittently. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic where the technician advised that the anti-lock brake module would have to be replaced. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign id number: 06V493000 (service brakes, hydraulic:anti lock:control unit/module) but was advised by the manufacturer that the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 145,000.
Since I bought the Jeep Compass 2007 standard, the brake ground and I felt in my feet something wrong with the pedal (brake) and the driver seat belt, several times spoke with the dealer about this, they checked the car and all the time told me the brakes is OK, I send a letter to Jeep company to explain what was happened and nothing they did. Two days ago I was cleaned the car and found down the brake pedal a leak, I went to the dealer and they said: the brakes booster is broken, and I have to paid for that. Thanks to god I didn't have any accident,(fortunate) but I never felt me safety. The Jeep Compass brakes 2007 came bad.
Related recalls
Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip › Control unit/module
On certain vehicles, the antilock brake system (ABS) control module software May cause the rear brakes to lock up during certain braking conditions.
Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the ABS electronic control unit. The recall began on February 19, 2007. Owners May contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Brake complaints in other Compass years
Frequently asked questions
How common are brake problems on the 2007 Jeep Compass?
NHTSA has 20 complaints about the brakes of the 2007 Jeep Compass, 5% of the model year's 435 complaints. The component named most often is antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip › control unit/module (2 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2007 Jeep Compass brake problems?
Yes — NHTSA recall 06V-493 (control unit/module, Dec 29, 2006). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
At what mileage do 2007 Jeep Compass brake problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 82,000 miles, and 13% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 1 crash, 0 fires and 1 injury to brakes problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.