2017 JEEP COMPASS TRAILHAWK 4X4

The auction records designate the vehicle as “DIS/DLR/EXP ONLY CLEAN TITLE” and list the primary damage as “MINOR DENT/SCRATCHES.” Stage 1 reports that the visible evidence does not support the minor-dent/scratches classification: multiple moderate dents and creases are present on the side doors. The clean-title status cannot be verified from exterior photographs. The left front door has a broad inward dent with visible creasing across its middle and lower sections. The right front door shows an inward dent and distorted body lines around the middle and lower areas. The right rear door has a pronounced inward dent below and forward of the handle, with several creases extending toward the lower door area. These findings indicate moderate collision-related damage to three doors. The available findings do not establish whether the doors, internal structures, windows, locks, or adjacent components are affected. The instrument cluster displays “Stop/Start Unavailable Service Stop/Start System.” The underlying cause cannot be determined from the available evidence and should be diagnosed before purchase. According to the VIN decode, this is a 2017 Jeep Compass Trailhawk SUV with four-wheel drive, a 2.4-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine, and seating for five. It was manufactured by Chrysler de Mexico at the Toluca Assembly plant in Mexico. The decode also lists standard ABS, electronic stability control, traction control, and front and side-curtain airbags. NHTSA recall records list several campaigns for this model year. Recall 17V740000 concerns instrument-cluster backlighting that may not be adjustable and calls for an IPC software update. Recall 17V301000 applies to certain vehicles with a six-speed transmission and concerns possible improper engagement or failure of the left front halfshaft. Recall 17V433000 concerns incorrect battery-jump-start instructions in the owner’s guide. Recall 17V824000 concerns certain Kidde fire extinguishers supplied with affected vehicles or equipment. Recall applicability and completion should be confirmed by VIN with Jeep or an authorized dealer, particularly where the vehicle’s transmission or equipment configuration is not identified in the decode.