2012 Jeep Compass: Brakes grinding
Common wear/failure (not a recall)
Symptoms
Owners of the 2012 Compass report: brakes grinding. CarComplaints.com lists 6 owner complaints, average mileage 8,950 miles.
NHTSA has 1 owner complaints for the 2012 Compass in this area. Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11240711 (filed 07/30/2019): “Faulty or defective camshaft/crankshaft sensors shutting down or stalling the vehicle while in operation and motion, without warning. driving, up to 70mph, in heavy traffic on a busy highway, vehicle engine stalls and results in loss of power steering, power …”
Likely causes
Sources do not establish a single root cause; diagnosis is needed. Owner-reported fixes are listed below.
Fix, in plain English
Most common owner-reported solutions on CarComplaints.com: none clearly reported. Check for open recalls and extended warranty coverage with a dealer before paying out of pocket.
DIY difficulty: Moderate
Pads and rotors are a common DIY job with hand tools and a jack; ABS/hydraulic faults need a scan tool. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range: get a written quote after diagnosis.
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Sources
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