Jeep Compass complaints by model year
3,989 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.
| Model year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2025 | 26 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
| 2024 | 52 | 6 | 1 | 0 |
| 2023 | 46 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| 2022 | 222 | 11 | 0 | 4 |
| 2021 | 80 | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| 2020 | 141 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| 2019 | 329 | 13 | 2 | 2 |
| 2018 | 943 | 28 | 5 | 6 |
| 2017 | 229 | 10 | 3 | 4 |
| 2016 | 293 | 9 | 2 | 1 |
| 2015 | 113 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| 2014 | 307 | 20 | 7 | 2 |
| 2013 | 80 | 7 | 5 | 1 |
| 2012 | 184 | 3 | 5 | 4 |
| 2011 | 187 | 7 | 2 | 3 |
| 2010 | 81 | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| 2009 | 64 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 2008 | 172 | 3 | 4 | 0 |
| 2007 | 435 | 13 | 8 | 4 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Among the last 15 model years at least five years old; newer years are left out because owners are still filing reports. Every year compared →
Problem areas by model year
Complaints that name each component, 2017–2026. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.
| Component | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 71 | 473 | 160 | 79 | 18 | 36 | 7 | 7 | 3 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 86 | 376 | 143 | 66 | 34 | 102 | 14 | 18 | 11 | 2 |
| Unknown or other | 65 | 193 | 84 | 29 | 28 | 38 | 6 | 8 | 0 | 1 |
| Power train | 42 | 151 | 37 | 28 | 9 | 19 | 6 | 6 | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 27 | 62 | 38 | 7 | 6 | 11 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | 38 | 10 | 4 | 4 | 46 | 7 | 25 | 10 | 2 |
| Exterior lighting | 6 | 64 | 9 | 3 | 4 | 50 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 10 | 63 | 11 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Jeep Compass recalls (28)
Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one Compass model year, newest first.
| Campaign | Filed | What | Model years | Repaired |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V531000 | Aug 13, 2026 | Rearview Camera Image May Fail to Display/FMVSS 111 | 2026 | — |
| 24V436000 | Jun 13, 2024 | Rearview Camera Image May Not Display/FMVSS 111 | 2022, 2023 | 91.4% |
| 23V576000 | Aug 14, 2023 | Instrument Panel Lighting Not Adjustable/FMVSS 101 | 2022, 2023 | 88.6% |
| 23V058000 | Feb 9, 2023 | Improperly Illuminated Instrument Panel/FMVSS 101 | 2022 | 73.9% |
| 22V248000 | Apr 14, 2022 | Head Restraints Not Welded Properly/FMVSS 202 | 2022 | 78.6% |
| 20V208000 | Apr 9, 2020 | Windshield Wipers May Not Operate Properly | 2019, 2020 | 93.1% |
| 18V523000 | Aug 9, 2018 | Insufficient Coating on Rear Brake Caliper Pistons | 2018, 2019 | 91.9% |
| 18V524000 | Aug 9, 2018 | Voltage Regulator may Fail and Cause Stall | 2018 | 77.5% |
| 18V279000 | May 1, 2018 | Lower Control Arm Separation | 2018 | 87.9% |
| 17V824000 | Dec 21, 2017 | Fire Extinguisher May Be Clogged or Inoperable | 2017 | 48.3% |
| 17V740000 | Nov 21, 2017 | Instrument Brightness not Adjustable/FMVSS 101 | 2017, 2018 | 87.6% |
| 17V732000 | Nov 21, 2017 | Passenger Air Bag Assembly May Contain Loose Nuts | 2018 | 94.7% |
| 17V670000 | Oct 24, 2017 | Oil Pump Failure Causing Engine Stall | 2018 | 92.1% |
| 17V433000 | Jul 7, 2017 | User Guide has Incorrect Jumpstarting Information | 2017 | 100% |
| 17V301000 | May 9, 2017 | Halfshaft may Disengage/Loss of Drive | 2017 | 94.8% |
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. Open a model-year page for each campaign's official text, or check your VIN on NHTSA.
Check on NHTSA ↗Crash-test stars by model year
| Model year | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Tested as |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 3★ | suv awd |
| 2025 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 3★ | suv awd |
| 2024 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 3★ | suv awd |
| 2022 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 3★ | suv fwd |
| 2021 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 3★ | suv fwd |
| 2020 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 3★ | suv fwd |
| 2019 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 3★ | suv fwd |
| 2018 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 3★ | suv fwd |
| 2017 | ★★★★☆ | 3★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2014 | ★★★★☆ | 3★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv 2wd |
| 2013 | ★★★☆☆ | 3★ | 4★ | 4★ | suv 2wd |
Compare stars only between vehicles of similar size and weight. Source: NHTSA NCAP, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy by model year
EPA combined mpg range across engine and transmission configurations. Your mileage will vary. Source: EPA, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Where to next
Jeep Compass FAQ
How many recalls has the Jeep Compass had?
NHTSA lists 28 recall campaigns that cover at least one Jeep Compass model year from 2007 to 2026. Each campaign card on the model-year pages has NHTSA's official text and the repair completion rate. Only NHTSA's VIN lookup can tell you whether a specific car was repaired.
Which Jeep Compass year has the most complaints?
Among the last 15 model years with settled counts, the 2018 drew the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (943) and the 2009 the fewest (64). Counts are owner reports, not failure rates, and sales volume affects them.
What are the most common Jeep Compass problems?
Across the 2017–2026 model years, owners most often name the engine, electrical system, unknown or other in complaints filed with NHTSA.
What mpg does the Jeep Compass get?
EPA rates the 2026 Jeep Compass at 26 mpg combined, depending on engine and transmission.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.