Jeep Compass recalls and problems
27 recalls and 3,739 owner complaints for 20 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
27
Complaints
3,739
Crashes reported
152
Fires reported
48
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Jeep Compass by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Compass | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 Compass | 0 | 30 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 2024 Compass | 0 | 55 | 6 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
| 2023 Compass | 2 | 49 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2022 Compass | 4 | 226 | 11 | 0 | 6 | 0 |
| 2021 Compass | 0 | 83 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 Compass | 1 | 143 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
| 2019 Compass | 2 | 333 | 13 | 2 | 5 | 0 |
| 2018 Compass | 6 | 952 | 28 | 5 | 18 | 0 |
| 2017 Compass | 4 | 229 | 10 | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| 2016 Compass | 1 | 294 | 9 | 2 | 15 | 0 |
| 2015 Compass | 1 | 113 | 4 | 2 | 7 | 0 |
| 2014 Compass | 2 | 308 | 20 | 7 | 25 | 0 |
| 2013 Compass | 1 | 80 | 7 | 5 | 6 | 0 |
| 2012 Compass | 4 | 184 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 1 |
| 2011 Compass | 3 | 188 | 7 | 2 | 5 | 0 |
| 2010 Compass | 2 | 71 | 5 | 3 | 7 | 0 |
| 2009 Compass | 1 | 44 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2008 Compass | 0 | 93 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 2007 Compass | 3 | 259 | 9 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
Most reported Jeep Compass problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1,256 | |
| Electrical System | 1,094 | |
| Unknown or Other | 671 | |
| Power Train | 533 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 262 | |
| Air Bags | 242 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 215 | |
| Suspension | 211 | |
| Steering | 198 | |
| Service Brakes | 192 |
All Jeep Compass recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V-531 | Aug 13, 2026 | 2026 | Back Over Prevention | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Gladiator, Jeep Compass, Jeep Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, Jeep Grand Wagoneer, Jeep Grand Wagoneer L, Ram Promaster, Ram… |
| 24V-436 | Jun 13, 2024 | 2022–2023 | Back Over Prevention | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Dodge Durango, 2021-2023 Chrysler Pacifica, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, 2022 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, Chrysler Voyager, 2022-2023 Jeep Compass, Grand Cherokee, Wagoneer… |
| 23V-576 | Aug 14, 2023 | 2022–2023 | Electrical System | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Jeep Compass vehicles. |
| 23V-058 | Feb 9, 2023 | 2022 | Electrical System | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Jeep Compass vehicles. |
| 22V-248 | Apr 14, 2022 | 2022 | Seats | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Jeep Compass vehicles. |
| 20V-208 | Apr 9, 2020 | 2019–2020 | Visibility | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ram 1500, 1500 Classic and Jeep Compass vehicles. |
| 18V-523 | Aug 9, 2018 | 2018–2019 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Dodge Grand Caravan and Jeep Compass, 2018 Dodge Journey, and 2019 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. |
| 18V-524 | Aug 9, 2018 | 2018 | Electrical System | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Renegade, Compass and Grand Cherokee, RAM 1500 and Promaster, Fiat 500x, Dodge Journey, Challenger, Charger and Durango and Chrysler 300x vehicles, 2017-2018 Jeep… |
| 18V-279 | May 1, 2018 | 2018 | Suspension | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Compass vehicles. |
| 17V-824 | Dec 21, 2017 | 2017 | Equipment | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling various Dodge, Chrysler, and RAM vehicles equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. |
| 17V-740 | Nov 21, 2017 | 2017–2018 | Electrical System | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2017-2018 Jeep Compass vehicles. |
| 17V-732 | Nov 21, 2017 | 2018 | Air Bags | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Compass vehicles. |
| 17V-670 | Oct 24, 2017 | 2018 | Engine and Engine Cooling | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Cherokee and Compass vehicles equipped with 2.4L engines. |
| 17V-433 | Jul 7, 2017 | 2017 | Equipment | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017 Jeep Compass vehicles. |
| 17V-301 | May 9, 2017 | 2017 | Power Train | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017 Jeep Compass vehicles equipped with a 6-speed transmission. |
| 16V-907 | Dec 16, 2016 | 2016 | Engine and Engine Cooling | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Dodge Journey, Jeep Compass, and Jeep Patriot vehicles manufactured May 9, 2016, to July 15, 2016. |
| 16V-668 | Sep 15, 2016 | 2010–2014 | Seat Belts, Air Bags | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chrysler 200, 2010 Chrysler Sebring, 2010-2012 Dodge Caliber and 2010-2014 Jeep Patriot, Compass and Dodge Avenger vehicles. |
| 15V-878 | Dec 23, 2015 | 2015 | Steering | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015 Jeep Compass and Patriot vehicles manufactured January 1, 2015, to May 11, 2015. |
| 13V-552 | Nov 6, 2013 | 2014 | Engine | Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2013 Dodge Avenger and Chrysler 200, and model year 2014 Jeep Compass and Patriot vehicles equipped with 2.4L engines. |
| 13V-233 | Jun 4, 2013 | 2010–2012 | Electrical System, Seat Belts, Air Bags | Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Jeep Compass and Patriot vehicles manufactured May 6, 2008, through July 20, 2012. |
| 13V-120 | Apr 3, 2013 | 2012 | Fuel System, Gasoline | Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2012 Jeep Patriot and Compass vehicles manufactured October 18, 2011, through May 7, 2012. |
| 12V-142 | Apr 3, 2012 | 2012 | Fuel System, Gasoline | Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2012 jeep patriot and compass vehicles manufactured from december 17, 2011, through january 2, 2012. |
| 11V-315 | Jun 8, 2011 | 2011 | Steering | Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2011dodge journey, jeep wrangler, chrysler 200, chrysler 200 convertible, dodge avenger, dodge nitro, jeep liberty, dodge caliber, jeep compass, jeep patriot, dodge grand caravan… |
| 10V-234 | Jun 3, 2010 | 2007 | Vehicle Speed Control | Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2007 dodge caliber and jeep compass passenger vehicles manufactured from march 7 through may 19, 2006. |
| 08V-528 | Oct 9, 2008 | 2009 | Power Train | Chrysler is recalling 712 my 2009 sebring, dodge caliber, avenger, journey, jeep patriot, and compass vehicles. |
| 06V-493 | Dec 29, 2006 | 2007 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | On certain vehicles, the antilock brake system (Abs) control module software may cause the rear brakes to lock up during certain braking conditions. |
| 06V-434 | Nov 15, 2006 | 2007 | Equipment | On certain sport utility vehicles, the owner's manual does not contain the required higher rollover risk warning information. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Jeep Compass?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2018 Jeep Compass has the most reports (952). Check the 2018 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Jeep Compass have?
NHTSA lists 27 safety recalls covering Jeep Compass model years 2007, 2009–2020, 2022–2023, 2026.
What are the most common Jeep Compass problems?
Owners report engine, electrical system, unknown or other problems most often.