Recalls (4)
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2022 Jeep Compass. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗Rearview Camera Image May Not Display/FMVSS 111
- Summary
- 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, Grand Wagoneer, and Ram Promaster vehicles. The radio software may prevent the rearview image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Consequence
- A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the radio software or the software will be OTA, "Over-The-Air," free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning July 9, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's numbers for this recall are 66B and 79B.
Instrument Panel Lighting Not Adjustable/FMVSS 101
- Summary
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Jeep Compass vehicles. The brightness level of the instrument panel cluster (IPC) may not be adjustable due to incorrect software in the body control module (BCM). As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Control and Displays."
- Consequence
- An IPC display that is not bright enough may not clearly show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the body control module (BCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 29, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 88A.
Improperly Illuminated Instrument Panel/FMVSS 101
- Summary
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Jeep Compass vehicles. The instrument panel center cluster display may be insufficiently illuminated and may not appear visible during daytime driving conditions. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Control and Displays."
- Consequence
- An instrument panel display that is not visible to the driver may result in the inability to see safety-critical information, such as the fuel gauge and warning lights, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the windshield and headlamp switch, add a light sensor module, and add a wiring jumper harness to allow the instrument panel center cluster display backlighting to function correctly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 30, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 15A.
Head Restraints Not Welded Properly/FMVSS 202
- Summary
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Jeep Compass vehicles. The front seat head restraints were not welded properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 202, "Head Restraints."
- Consequence
- Improperly welded head restraints can result in an increased risk of injury to seat occupants during a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace both front seat head restraints, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 3, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Z36.
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Owner complaints (222)
222 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The electrical system is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 222 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 102 | 45.9% |
| Exterior lighting | 50 | 22.5% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 46 | 20.7% |
| Unknown or other | 38 | 17.1% |
| Engine | 36 | 16.2% |
| Lane departure | 21 | 9.5% |
| Power train | 19 | 8.6% |
| Steering | 13 | 5.9% |
| Service brakes | 11 | 5% |
| Suspension | 5 | 2.3% |
How 2022 compares with other Compass years
Best and worst Compass years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 229 | 4 |
| 2018 | 943 | 6 |
| 2019 | 329 | 2 |
| 2020 | 141 | 1 |
| 2021 | 80 | 0 |
| 2022 | 222 | 4 |
| 2023 | 46 | 2 |
| 2024 | 52 | 0 |
| 2025 | 26 | 0 |
| 2026 | 5 | 1 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Crash tests: 4 stars overall
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2022 Jeep Compass suv fwd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 25 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $2,700
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 350 g/mi
- EPA class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 25 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4 L 4-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 / 31 / 25 | $2,700 | 350 |
| 2.4 L 4-cyl · 9-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 22 / 30 / 25 | $2,700 | 358 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
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2022 Jeep Compass FAQ
How many recalls does the 2022 Jeep Compass have?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns: 24V436000 (rear camera), 23V576000 (electrical), 23V058000 (electrical), 22V248000 (seat). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2022 Jeep Compass problems?
Owners filed 222 complaints with NHTSA. Electrical system (102), Exterior lighting (50), Forward collision avoidance (46) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2022 Jeep Compass get?
EPA rates the 2.4 L 4-cyl · 6-speed automatic version at 22 city, 31 highway and 25 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
What safety rating did the 2022 Jeep Compass get?
NHTSA rated the 2022 Jeep Compass suv fwd 4 stars overall, with 4 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 3 stars rollover (20.4% rollover risk).
How does the 2022 Compass compare with other years?
Among the 2017–2021 Jeep Compass model years at least five years old, the 2021 drew the fewest complaints (80) and the 2018 the most (943). The 2022 drew 222. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
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.