a compression limiter is disclosed that comprises an upper surface and a lower surface . the compression limiter further comprises an inner surface that defines a passageway configured to accommodate a fastener and an outer surface configured to engage a structure in which the compression limiter is placed . a first retainer projects outwardly from the outer surface and includes a first retention surface that has at least a planar portion . the first retainer further includes an undercut surface disposed inwardly from the first retention surface so as to create a corner extending in a direction with at least a component perpendicular to the longitudinal direction . a method of forming the compression limiter is also disclosed .