2013 Jeep Compass recalls and problems

The 2013 Jeep Compass has 1 safety recall and 80 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Jeep dealer.

Recalls
1
Complaints
80
Crashes / fires
7 / 5
Injuries / deaths
6 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2013 Jeep Compass vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2013 Jeep Compass recalls

Recall 16V-668: Seat Belts, Air Bags

Reported Sep 15, 2016 · 1,435,625 vehicles affected · Chrysler (FCA US LLC)

Problem: 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. The Occupant Restraint Control (OCR) module may short circuit, preventing the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags from deploying in the event of a crash.

Risk: If the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a vehicle crash that necessitates deployment of these safety systems.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the OCR, free of charge. Interim letters informing owners that parts are not available yet were mailed on October 26, 2016. The recall began on August 15, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S61.

2013 Jeep Compass problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Power Train27
Air Bags16
Electrical System13
Unknown or Other11
Engine10
Seat Belts9
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)7
Vehicle Speed Control5
Structure4
Seats4
Suspension3
Steering3

Most reported parts

  • Structure › Body — 3
  • Visibility › Rearview Mirrors/Devices — 1
  • Visibility › Rearview Mirrors/Devices › Exterior — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 53,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2013 Jeep Compass complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Engine · reported Apr 9, 2025
Catalytic converter problem Warning engine light keeps coming on. This has happened over several years. It now comes on everyday. It is now in shop to be fixed and code shows front converter is bad which includes the manifold.
Unknown or Other · reported Oct 14, 2024
Attached is a work order request for a defective door handle on my Jeep Compass. The driver side door handle we have determined is wrapped in metal and is delaminating. It has caused a hand injury to my daughter due to the wrapping on the door handle coming apart and being extremely sharp. We have taken the car to our local dealer for inspection and they have verified that this is not normal and we believe the part is defective. Additionally, the passenger side handle is starting to do the same. This is a dangerous defective part and attempts to correspond with Jeep/Stellantis have been…
Seats · reported Jan 29, 2024
Passenger seat headrest ejected itself. Outside of the car was getting a handwash and suddenly the headrest just shot open. Now nobody is able to sit in passenger seat safely. Unsure how this could happen as car was operating just fine prior.
Power Train · reported Jul 14, 2023
This vehicle before had the cvt transmission replaced as it was over heating/inoperable. Complete replacement. Flash forward not even a year I was driving and thr transmission made a noise and basically locked up causing the driver to hit curb at high rate of speed along the freeway. The vehicle again is disabled with a transmission defect and requires replacement. 2nd transmission failure and will need replacement and caused injury during collision with curb at high rate of speed without any indication lights of a mechanical issue prior to impact.
Power Train · reported Nov 1, 2022
The vehicle was taken in for a recall of the catalytic converters and PCM software, July 2019. May 2021, while driving at highway speeds the transmission temperature light illuminated and an un-commanded deceleration occurred to about 10 mph, it would go no faster got to the nearest off ramp and to a rest area sat for an hour, then the vehicle performed normally. May 13, 2021, took the vehicle to the repair facility no trouble codes were set but they replaced the transmission filler tube. A few days later the light illuminated again but no adverse driving conditions occurred. June 18, 2021, at…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2013 Jeep Compass have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2013 Jeep Compass: 16V-668 (seat belts, air bags). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2013 Jeep Compass?

Owners report power train problems most often (27 reports), followed by air bags (16). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 53,000 miles.

Are Jeep recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Jeep dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.