NHTSA Data Explorer
Jeep Compass
Data refreshed July 19, 2026
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Complaints
3,931
Active records
Recalls
28
Active records
TSBs
1,397
Active records
Filing history
Monthly totals over the last 20 years. Click a legend item to show or hide that series.
Reported severity
Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.
Deaths
1
Injuries
116
Crashes
155
Fires
53
Top reported issues — Jeep Compass
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Operating state
Engine behavior
Reporting mechanism
Condition issue
Performance issue
Driver assistance issue
Noise
Fluid issue
Braking behavior
Starting behavior
Safety restraint issue
Powering on/off behavior
Infotainment behavior
Thermal issue
Transmission/drivetrain behavior
Vibration/harshness
Electrical issue
Safety restraint behavior
Steering behavior
Lighting behavior
Recent change
Access/entry issue
Ride/handling behavior
HVAC behavior
Wiper/washer behavior
Smell
Communication/network issue
Recent filings
The 10 most recent filings for each type.
2016 JEEP COMPASS
Filed Jul 16, 2026
Car stalls turns off by itself could be at red lights or even while driving twice already!! Needs to be recalled as well and repaired pls repairs cost thousands!!! Not safe!! I have owned it for 4-5 years and it has happened maybe 7-8 times but most recently this week twice!!
2012 JEEP COMPASS
Filed Jul 9, 2026
2012 Jeep Compass has excessive rust and corrosion from the frame to the chassis. Vehicle has 69,000 miles on it and after each snow storm undercarriage was washed. I was told this vehicle is now unsafe and I need to purchase a new car. I really do like my Jeep Compass, is there any remedy to this situation. I have the report in a email sent to me and can send the report to you if I have an email address to send it to.
2026 JEEP COMPASS
Filed Jul 9, 2026
There are major software issues. The vehicle brakes unexpectedly. It is completely random and extremely dangerous. The satellite radio content is altered with the use of A.I. . It is similar to Deepfake scam. I can scan the network and send logs if needed.
2016 JEEP COMPASS
Filed Jul 8, 2026
The crankshaft position sensor is throwing a code , and the car want turn over .
2024 JEEP COMPASS
Filed Jul 6, 2026
I am reporting a severe, life-threatening safety defect involving intermittent phantom braking (unwarranted activation of the Automatic Emergency Braking / AEB system) on my 2024 Jeep Compass while driving at highway speeds. On multiple occasions while traveling on the freeway, the vehicle has suddenly and aggressively slammed on the brakes with absolutely no obstacles, vehicles, or hazards in front of it. The vehicle anchors the brakes without warning, causing rapid and dangerous deceleration…
2018 JEEP COMPASS
Filed Jul 3, 2026
The vehicle has stalled in traffic multiple times, it sends emergency messages while operating that the vehicle must pull off of the road or shut down, it is constantly displaying service stop/ start system messages and service lights, it sometimes doesn't start after having gotten to a location but will start up without having the vehicle jump started later, it drains the batteries quickly, as well. I was on the highway with my son in the vehicle, not near any exit and in thick traffic, when…
2019 JEEP COMPASS
Filed Jul 2, 2026
I own a 2019 Jeep Compass with approximately 72,000 miles. For the past two years, I have experienced intermittent electrical and brake system failures that have become more frequent and severe despite multiple repair attempts. While driving, especially when turning, braking, or driving over potholes or uneven roads, the vehicle suddenly displays multiple warning lights, including ABS, traction control, brake, check engine, and service transmission warnings. At the same time, the digital…
2018 JEEP COMPASS
Filed Jul 2, 2026
Engine stalled while driving. Battery is fine as all electrical functions remained operative.
2018 JEEP COMPASS
Filed Jul 1, 2026
Engin is burning oil
2024 JEEP COMPASS
Filed Jul 1, 2026
The contact owns a 2024 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that after parking the vehicle in the garage the night, the following morning the contact entered the garage and discovered that the sunroof had shatter. A dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer to be repaired. The dealer declined to repair the vehicle under warranty. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 16,000.