2014 Jeep Compass: Electronic throttle control faulty
Common wear/failure (not a recall)
Symptoms
Owners of the 2014 Compass report: electronic throttle control faulty. CarComplaints.com lists 3 owner complaints, average mileage 89,350 miles.
NHTSA has 36 owner complaints for the 2014 Compass in this area. Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11765252 (filed 09/18/2026): “Abs module is faulty causing other issues including problems with electronic stability, no speedometer, no cruise control, no abs brakes. apparently jeep is no longer making this part as it has been on backorder for months. i feel it is unsafe as winter weat…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11702144 (filed 11/30/2025): “Car would turn on all lights in car while driving and shut off, recently the car will not start at all and is having engine issues.…”
Likely causes
Sources do not establish a single root cause; diagnosis is needed. Owner-reported fixes are listed below.
Fix, in plain English
Most common owner-reported solutions on CarComplaints.com: replace electronic throttle control (2 reports). Check for open recalls and extended warranty coverage with a dealer before paying out of pocket.
DIY difficulty: Moderate
Finding and splicing chewed wiring is doable with a multimeter and patience but can be time-consuming; harness replacement is pro work. (Our assessment.)
Cost
CarComplaints.com owners report a typical repair cost of about $800 (owner-reported average, not a quote).
Typical parts (search links, no affiliate codes)
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Sources
- CarComplaints.com: Electronic throttle control faulty (2014 Compass)
- NHTSA complaints API, 2014 Compass
Estimated repair cost: electronic throttle body replacement
Average shop cost
$120
Range $50–$210 (labor)
0.5–1.5 h × $100–$139/h estimated shop labor rate
Parts not included.
Average mobile mechanic cost
$180
Range $75–$315 (labor)
Shop labor × 1.5 (mobile convenience premium)
Parts not included.
Estimates only, not a quote. Actual prices vary by vehicle, shop and location. See the estimate for your city → · About this repair and its cost
Same repair on other models: 2011 Ford Escape: Complete loss of throttle response · 2015 Ford Edge: Died while driving · 2017 Ford Expedition: Throttle body faulty
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