The compact 2012 jeep compass blends grand cherokee looks with. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the electronic throttle control needed to. Jeep compass suspension 2012 jeep compass problems. A lot of todays vehicle electronics can cause symptoms that appear to be transmission problems. I am constantly filling up the tank but i do also drive 2030 miles a day because i live in the poconos. Weve listed the most common owner complaints below. This part is manufactured by one of the most trusted names. Our list of 6 known complaints reported by owners can help you fix your 2012 jeep compass. Research, compare and save listings, or contact sellers directly from 6 2012 compass models nationwide. It will whicne and strain and just not change, even as the rpm climb sky high, it will not shift without assistance.
Chrysler group llc chrysler is recalling certain model year 2012 jeep patriot and compass vehicles manufactured october 18, 2011, through may 7, 2012. Page 124 download a free electronic copy of the owners manual or warranty booklet by visiting the for owners tab at. To see how frequently jeep wrangler problems occur, check out our car reliability stats. Every frontwheeldrive 2012 jeep compass sport and latitude model comes with a 2. The compass is a small, cramped, carbased suv that shares a platform with the dodge caliber and the jeep patriot. Transmission choices include a 5speed manual or cvt. I love driving the manual transmission jeep wrangler.
Makes you wish youd have dumped the vehicle quite a while ago. View and download jeep liberty 2012 user manual online. Flat tow 2012 jeep compass 5 speed manual transmission. Nothing about the warmedover suv including its reliability record is encouraging. Jeep has been operated as a division of american automaker chrysler since the 1980s and continues to produce the wrangler and grand cherokee models, along with newer suvs like the compass and patriot. Hence the compass, an suv conceived to run with the likes of the toyota rav4. On multiple occassions the automatic transmission has failed to shift from gear to gear without manual assisstance. The jeep compass carries over to the 2012 model year with no major changes. A fivespeed manual transmission is standard on the sport. Ive always heard that the manual is the better choice for off roading, but it.
Based on thousands of real life sales we can give you the most accurate valuation of your vehicle. Get the best deals on manual transmission parts for jeep compass when you shop the largest. If you do have the 6 speed transmission, it is not sealed at all. Jeep has produced vehicles with several different transmission types. Oh we traded the compass in on a 2007 chrysler pacifica awd touring, that gets 21 to 24 mpg and with the 4. Twowheel drive models this will improve performance. Front wheel drive, 4 door, 2wd sport utility vehicles 23 2011 mpg city 27 2011 mpg hwy.
The compass is in no way a jeep it is a cheap expensive semi jeep in name only. View detailed specs, features and options for the 2012 jeep compass 4wd 4dr latitude at u. Transfer case manual transmission fits 0717 compass 1927517 fits. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the electronic throttle control needed to be replaced. Jeep cvt transmission recall 2011 jeep compass cvt transmission problems. Get reliability information for the 2012 jeep compass from consumer reports. The interior in the 2012 jeep compass isnt the best among affordable compact suvs, but it is decent for the class. Both models were introduced in 2007 and were considered the brands entrylevel suvs until the jeep renegade was slotted beneath them beginning in 2015. For city run, high of the fuel,but for long distance, really great. Guys also check out our decals on our ebay or esty store, to help grow our channel. Get the best deals on complete auto transmissions for jeep compass when you shop the largest online selection at. Due to an incorrectly manufactured transfer tube, the transfer of fuel from the secondary side to the primary side of the fuel tank may be interrupted, causing the engine to stall.
It has a drain plug, a fluid level check plug, and a fill plug. Learn about this problem, why it occurs, and how to fix it. We both really like the jeep compass but these issues are starting to add up. The 2012 dinghy guide seems to say that the compass with the manual transmission can be flat towed the auto transmission cannot be towed due to lack of a transfer case. Like you, ive driven plenty of manual transmissions, a 52 chevy flatbed, 60 ford falcon 3onthetree, a 77 volare with a 3spd on the floor, a 88 wrangler with a 5spd, a 94 wrangler with a 5spd. Transfer case manual transmission fits 0717 compass 1915780 fits. Problems with jeep manual transmissions include loose gear selector levers. Dec 16, 2011 the 2012 jeep compass is a huge improvement over last years model but the compass has some major competition in one of the most popular suvs segments. A manual gearbox with the pentastar v6 equipped 2012 wrangler is the first time the powertrain combination is matched. Compass owners are having the most trouble with the electrical 16%, suspension 15%, and the engine 14%.
My husband also had an accident on another jeep vehicle long ago and nothing happened to him, i will say that jeep vehicles are reliable. The jeep compass is a nice suv, for long traveling, this the suv. Today we are working on a jeep compass transmission problem. Jeep compass problems 2011 jeep compass power train. Jeep compass shifting problems with manual transmission. Generation overview coming in near the middle of the jeep wranglers third generation which began with the 2006 model and ended with the 2018 model the 2012 jeep wrangler is an exciting option for offroad. The compass was a huge mistake by me, and by chrysler. The 2012 model year version of the jeep wrangler boasts greater offroad capabilities with the potent pentastar engine and the addition of a fivespeed automatic transmission. See our lemon odds and nada odds page to see vehicles with no repairs or vehicles with more than three repairs. Summary of contents for jeep 2012 compass page 1 compass 2 0 1 2 o w n e r s m a n u a l. My girlfriends jeep compass problems chrysler dodge customer. What you see below is a previous search for a jeep compass transmission and does not include all the transmissions in your area. That horsepower figure, from a new for the wrangler suv 3.
Page 2 vehicles sold in canada with respect to any vehicles sold in canada, the name this manual illustrates and describes the operation of fea chrysler group llc shall be deemed to be deleted and the tures and equipment that are either standard or. The first attempt fell flat and the compass slipped out of the market in 2010. Jeep compass problems and complaints 18 issues repairpal. The 2012 jeep compass offers a choice of two fuelefficient 4cylinder engines. Used 2012 jeep patriot engine within its three trim levels reside two engine choices 2.
This product is made of highquality materials to serve you for years to come. The 2012 jeep compass, all said, has a pretty roomy and versatile interior layout. The cabin quality is typical of an suv in this price range, and there is good legroom, but the compass lacks upscale standard features that competitors have, like a usb port. The jeep compass offers standard frontwheel drive or available allwheel drive. I also found a 2012 jeep compass owners manual online and it seems to say that the manual transmission is ok to tow. Transmission to find your jeep compass transmission from a recycler near you, just enter the year of your vehicle and your zip code in the above form and press the find button. Standard equipment on the entrylevel sport model includes 17inch alloy. A cvt is optional on the sport and standard on the latitude. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 20 mph, the vehicle decelerated independently without warning. See realworld jeep compass engine problems and repair histories as reported by other jeep compass owners. Although a 5speed manual transmission is available, most compass suvs. Manual transmission parts for jeep compass for sale ebay.
Jeep compass manual transmission shifting difficulty 3 reports. As you can see from the video it didnt turn out well. Get the best deals on manual transmission parts for jeep compass when you shop the largest online selection at. Jeep compass engine problems and repair descriptions at. Compare prices of all jeep compass s sold on carsguide over the last 6 months. Really good on the nz roads, the got lot of function. I have also found others with the same problems on youtube.
Chrysler recalls 630000 jeep suvs for transmission, other problems. A conventional 6speed automatic transmission was added for 2014. The worst complaints are engine, brakes, and transmission problems. This information may be used by nhtsa during the investigation process. May 17, 2012 the 2012 jeep compass offers a choice of two fuelefficient 4cylinder engines. Despite its facelift that mimicks the look of the muchbetter grand cherokee, the compass is mediocre. Recall repairs are required by law, even if the vehicle is out of warranty. But cargo space is limited, and whether referring to ride quality or cabin noise, refinement is lacking. While jeep is known for the reliability of its vehicles, some models have experienced transmission problems that drivers and potential buyers.
We are looking for tow vehicle for behind our rv and we have found a 2012 jeep compass 4x4 with a manual 5 speed transmission. Many reports portray jeeps compact offering, the compass, as inefficient and underpowered. The improvements found in the 2012 jeep wrangler can be summed up with one number. Here is a youtube video of mine, 2012 jeep compass transmission overheat whining. Compare prices of all jeep compasss sold on carsguide over the last 6 months. Jeep compass transmission problems and repair descriptions at. Possible problems could be shaking, surging, shuddering or flaring. Use our free online car valuation tool to find out exactly how much your car is worth today. But the cherokee and grand cherokee are the true jeep products.
The 2012 jeep compass is a fivepassenger compact suv thats offered in three new trim levels. What i have found online appears as though the compass with a standard shift can be flat towed the auto cannot due to. The other recall affects an estimated 181,000 modelyear 2012 jeep wrangler suvs and is due to a problem with the transmission oil. Jeep has been operated as a division of american automaker chrysler since the 1980s. Cherokee models, along with newer suvs like the compass and patriot. Also, see repair breakdown by problem area and cost. See realworld jeep compass transmission problems and repair histories as reported by other jeep compass owners. Jeep compass standard transmission with 5speed new process t355 transmission 2012, manual transmission input shaft repair sleeve by national. The patriot handles like a car and offers a tight turning circle 35.
Used jeep patriot with manual transmission for sale. This one happens to have the 6 speed manual transmission. Flat towing a jeep compass behind an rv my jeep compass. The engine is noisy, lacks punch and the continuously variable transmission. My jeep has the manual transmission which in my opinion is better than the auto on 20072011 models and helps a bit with the mileage. The 2012 jeep compass is a huge improvement over last years model but the compass has some major competition in one of the most popular suvs segments. To see how frequently jeep compass problems occur, check out our car reliability stats. This database includes information received by nhtsa from consumers either directly or as recorded by the vehicle safety hotline. Sep 15, 2016 chrysler group llc chrysler is recalling certain model year 2012 jeep patriot and compass vehicles manufactured october 18, 2011, through may 7, 2012. The worst complaints are jerks on acceleration, overheats over long distances, and transmission filler tube broken. My girlfriends jeep compass problems chrysler dodge customer service sucks. Grand cherokee models, along with newer suvs like the compass and patriot. Worst complaints about the jeep compass jeep problems.
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