Jeep Compass problems by year
Two different 2017 Compass models: Jeep built the previous-generation Compass early in the 2017 model year and then switched to the fully redesigned (second-generation) Compass, so both were sold as 2017 models. NHTSA lists a single 2017 COMPASS, so the recalls and owner complaints on these pages may involve either version. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls apply to your vehicle. Sources: Edmunds: 2017 Jeep Compass review, Car and Driver: 2017 Jeep Compass first drive, NHTSA model list, 2017 Jeep.
| Year | Common issues | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2 | 0 |
| 2024 | 6 | 0 |
| 2023 | 4 | 2 |
| 2022 | 3 | 3 |
| 2021 | 6 | 0 |
| 2020 | 5 | 1 |
| 2019 | 4 | 2 |
| 2018 | 3 | 3 |
| 2017 | 3 | 3 |
| 2016 | 5 | 1 |
| 2015 | 5 | 1 |
| 2014 | 4 | 2 |
| 2013 | 5 | 1 |
| 2012 | 3 | 3 |
| 2011 | 3 | 3 |
| 2010 | 4 | 2 |
Top NHTSA complaint areas (2010–2025)
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| Engine | 1197 |
| Electrical System | 1047 |
| Unknown Or Other | 638 |
| Power Train | 486 |
| Air Bags | 260 |
| Service Brakes | 215 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 207 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 200 |
Source: NHTSA complaints API, per model year (linked on each year’s issue pages).
Jeep Compass problems by system (all years)
Systems with sourced problem pages in two or more model years. Pages list NHTSA owner complaints and CarComplaints.com reports for that year.
Electrical (13 model years)
- 2025: Electrical System complaints (12 NHTSA reports)
- 2024: Electrical System complaints (19 NHTSA reports)
- 2023: Complete dash going out including odometer
- 2023: Electrical System complaints (15 NHTSA reports)
- 2022: Electrical System complaints (105 NHTSA reports)
- 2021: Electrical System complaints (34 NHTSA reports)
- 2020: Electrical System complaints (66 NHTSA reports)
- 2019: Car cuts off every time it starts and brake light comes on
- 2019: Car won't start periodically
- 2017: Electrical System complaints (86 NHTSA reports)
- 2017: Won't start won't turn over
- 2016: Electrical System complaints (62 NHTSA reports)
- 2016: PMS fuse box
- 2015: Electrical System complaints (22 NHTSA reports)
- 2014: Electronic throttle control faulty
- 2012: TIPM failure
- 2011: Faulty TIPM
Engine (11 model years)
- 2024: Engine complaints (8 NHTSA reports)
- 2023: Sporadic acceleration delay
- 2021: Engine complaints (21 NHTSA reports)
- 2021: Vehicle shut off while in drive
- 2020: Engine complaints (83 NHTSA reports)
- 2020: Engine shuts off while driving
- 2019: Engine complaints (165 NHTSA reports)
- 2019: Low oil pressure
- 2018: Engine complaints (483 NHTSA reports)
- 2018: Shuts down while driving
- 2017: Vehicle shuts down while driving
- 2016: Engine complaints (160 NHTSA reports)
- 2016: Stalls when driving
- 2015: Engine complaints (32 NHTSA reports)
- 2013: Excessive oil consumption fried engine
- 2012: Check engine light on
Transmission (7 model years)
- 2024: Power Train complaints (6 NHTSA reports)
- 2021: Power Train complaints (9 NHTSA reports)
- 2020: Power Train complaints (29 NHTSA reports)
- 2016: Power Train complaints (44 NHTSA reports)
- 2013: Excessive noise
- 2013: Overheating
- 2013: Power Train complaints (27 NHTSA reports)
- 2011: CVT transmission overheated
- 2010: Transmission – stopped working
Brakes (6 model years)
- 2024: Service Brakes complaints (7 NHTSA reports)
- 2021: Service Brakes complaints (6 NHTSA reports)
- 2018: Electric parking brake engaged while driving
- 2015: Noisy brakes
- 2014: Back brakes very noisy
- 2012: Brakes grinding
Air bags / seat belts (4 model years)
- 2015: Air Bags complaints (16 NHTSA reports)
- 2014: Air Bags complaints (91 NHTSA reports)
- 2013: Air Bags complaints (16 NHTSA reports)
- 2010: Air Bags complaints (19 NHTSA reports)
Steering (4 model years)
- 2023: Steering complaints (9 NHTSA reports)
- 2022: False forward collision system activation
- 2021: Steering complaints (7 NHTSA reports)
- 2020: Steering complaints (8 NHTSA reports)
Forward Collision Avoidance (2 model years)
- 2025: Forward Collision Avoidance complaints (10 NHTSA reports)
- 2024: Forward Collision Avoidance complaints (26 NHTSA reports)
Lights (2 model years)
Suspension (2 model years)
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