2013 Jeep Compass Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 2about this part
- Share
- 3%of 80 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 17,850miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 2 complaints about the brakes of the 2013 Jeep Compass, 3% of the 80 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 17,850 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Entered bank parking to use atm machine, at that time when stepped on brake to stop the car, it accelerated like someone was stepping on gas pedal. At that time I tried to stop the car by shifting into another gear and also tried pulling key out of the ignition. At that time knew I had to get car stopped without hurting anyone, so there was a wooded area behind bank, I ran car into area that had huge rocks which I ran over and therefore hit a tree head on to stop my car. …”
NHTSA complaint #10561118, filed 2014-01, 9,700 miles“While driving, banging noise from rear and front suspension was heard. Squealing noise (metal on metal) also heard from brakes. Mechanic inspected undercarriage and saw undercarriage was thoroughly rusted which damaged front and rear suspension and brakes. Was informed of danger in driving and advised to get to dealer immediately. Brakes damaged inside to the outside due to rust. All brake system parts were replaced. Mechanic also had to grind away rust to prevent further damage. Mechanic claimed this was the worst amount of rust he had seen in 20 year career. Repairs totaled $784.44. …”
NHTSA complaint #11123973, filed 2018-09, 26,001 milesRelated service bulletins
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- 10224861Aug 20, 2016Low Frequency Moan Heard During First Brake Apply This bulletin involves installing an anti-vibration bracket to the rear brake caliper. A low frequency moan is heard during the…
- 10130075Aug 20, 2016Low Frequency Moan Heard During First Brake Apply This bulletin involves installing an anti-vibration bracket to the rear brake caliper. A low frequency moan is heard during the…
- 10229919Dec 20, 2014Low Frequency Moan Noise Heard During First Brake Apply This bulletin involves installing an anti-vibration bracket to the rear brake caliper.
- 10139918Dec 20, 2014Low Frequency Moan Noise Heard During First Brake Apply This bulletin involves installing an anti-vibration bracket to the rear brake caliper.
- 10061860Dec 20, 2014Summary to be provided on a future date.
- 10217715Jul 19, 2014Low Frequency Moan Noise Heard During First Brake Apply This bulletin involves installing an anti-vibration bracket to the rear brake caliper. A low frequency moan noise is heard…
- 10141230Jul 19, 2014Low Frequency Moan Noise Heard During First Brake Apply This bulletin involves installing an anti-vibration bracket to the rear brake caliper. A low frequency moan noise is heard…
- 10061861Jul 19, 2014Summary to be provided on a future date.
Brakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | 40% |
| 2025 | 3 | 10% |
| 2024 | 7 | 13% |
| 2023 | 4 | 8% |
| 2022 | 12 | 5% |
| 2021 | 6 | 7% |
| 2020 | 7 | 5% |
| 2019 | 41 | 12% |
| 2018 | 67 | 7% |
| 2017 | 29 | 13% |
| 2016 | 9 | 3% |
| 2015 | 6 | 5% |
| 2014 | 20 | 6% |
| 2013 | 2 | 3% |
| 2012 | 1 | 1% |
| 2011 | 8 | 4% |
| 2010 | 4 | 6% |
| 2009 | 2 | 5% |
| 2008 | 2 | 2% |
| 2007 | 15 | 6% |
Other parts of the 2013 Jeep Compass
27 complaintsAir bags
16 complaintsElectrical system
13 complaintsOther or unknown
11 complaintsEngine
10 complaintsSeat belts
9 complaintsElectronic stability control
7 complaintsVehicle speed control
5 complaintsFuel system
4 complaintsSeats
4 complaintsBody and structure
4 complaintsSteering
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2013 Jeep Compass
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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