2016 JEEP COMPASS

1 recalls, 462 complaints - 197 TSBs

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

Defect Description

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Dodge Journey, Jeep Compass, and Jeep Patriot vehicles manufactured May 9, 2016, to July 15, 2016. The crankshaft or camshaft sensor may only work intermittently, causing the engine to stall.

Consequence

If the engine stalls, there is an increased the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the crankshaft or camshaft sensor connector, free of charge. The recall began February 8, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S89.

42,231 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)

Complaint Statistics

462 total complaints 21 crashes 3 fires 26 injuries

Top Reported Components

Component	Complaints
ENGINE	119
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	60
UNKNOWN OR OTHER	49
POWER TRAIN	45
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL	26
STEERING	19
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM	18
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)	15
SERVICE BRAKES	14
SEAT BELTS	11

Incident date: Jan 1, 2026

The contact owns a 2016 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled. The failure was a recurring failure. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V907000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the VIN was not included in th... Read more

Incident date: Jul 11, 2026

Component: Engine / Electrical System / Power Train VIN [XXX] Description of Safety Defect: The vehicle experienced a sudden, catastrophic loss of engine power and completely shut off while traveling at highway speeds. This total engine failure disabled the vehicle on an active highway, forcing an e... Read more

Incident date: Jul 11, 2026

Incident date: Aug 1, 2026

Left middle row seat belt sensor is indicating unbuckeled when it is buckled. Dealer is asking over $500 to repair. I hae also read about other sensor alerts on 2023 and 2024 for left side as well.

Incident date: Jul 30, 2026

My car was in Clarksburg Crown, Mitsubishi, and a lot that had no monitoring, and it was a sticker saying the car was not ready to be sold, and I still went with it trusting the crown Mitsubishi Car associate however there are fuses added to my car weather from them or from car auto tunes in Morgant... Read more

Incident date: Jul 4, 2026

I have not the slightest idea what is going on with the vehicle that I just bought on June 25th 2026. I have a 2021 Volkswagen Atlas crossover and the car stopped on me three times today. And when I arrived in my garage it said that the engine was hot. I will be taking it to the dealership tomorrow.

Incident date: Jul 17, 2026

The contact owns a 2018 Honda CR-V. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, attempting to come around a curve on the right side she could feel hesitation in the steering wheel and the vehicle began to maneuver in the opposite No warning lights illuminated. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was ta... Read more

Incident date: Jul 15, 2026

On XXX | purchased a 2020 Chevrolet Impala, VIN [XXX], from NYS Office of General Services via GovDeals Inventory #200075. OGS Bill of Sale #XXX stated 59,145 miles and Clean Title. Carfax shows: 1. 90,803 miles on 12/16/2024 while in OGS possession 2. Total Loss declared 5/21/2025 3. Accident with ... Read more

Incident date: Jul 15, 2026

The vehicle shake while idling, and a check engine light indicating code P0302 (Cylinder 2 Misfire). After looking under the hood the engine cooling system was severely low on coolant, and a loud sloshing liquid noise could be heard behind the dashboard. The vehicle was brought to an authorized Ford... Read more

Incident date: Jul 6, 2026

The Uconnect system freezes up, produces a black screen, or will not allow carplay to work as should. The vehicle has been to the dealer three times this is a major safety issue- Uconnect controls essential safety operations(Back up cameras, climate control, hands free safety alerts, radio)

Incident date: Jul 6, 2026

Transmission and transfer case failure. Causing the loss of power to the rear wheels. Reducing the traction and stability of the vehicle.

Incident date: Jun 27, 2026

The car has had the code p0045 turbocharger. Honda was supposed to had repaired it but then the next week it had the same code and problem and they had it for 5 days. I got it back and less than 48 hours the same code came on.

Incident date: Jun 9, 2026

Rear (Backup} camera malfunctioning. Recall 25V6595. Two (2) Dealers state that there is no recall (Fritt's Ford, Raceway Ford Riverside Ca). VIN [XXX] This is ongoing. There was no accident. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Incident date: Jun 9, 2026

I was just driving and I lost power steering, it was incredibly difficult to steer and it was Heavy Steering, and warnings appeared on the dash.

Incident date: Jun 9, 2026

The contact owns a 2025 Volvo EX90. The contact stated that while exiting a parking lot, the contact selected drive(D); however, the vehicle reversed instead and crashed into a pole. There was no warning light illuminated prior to the failure. The contact stated that when the vehicle was being towed... Read more

Crash

Incident date: Jul 1, 2025

Driver side sliding door is can not open/ failed to open. Life gate door failed to operate.

Incident date: Jul 1, 2025

At the end of April, 2026, I was using the 'Reverse Gear' function to assist with parking the motorcycle. I needed to move back about 15 feet into the parking spot. As I was moving backward, at approximately 3 to 5 feet, the reverse function suddenly stopped propelling the motorcycle backward c... Read more

Incident date: Jul 1, 2025

Incident date: Apr 8, 2026

My car will just slam on the brakes for no reason at all. The only thing I did different was use the emergency brake the day before when I was on a slope. There is nothing in front of me causing this to happen. I've been to the shop about this before they charge you $190 to put it on a sensor and te... Read more

Incident date: Apr 8, 2026

Incident date: Feb 10, 2026

I am submitting a complaint regarding a 2021 Kia Sorento SX that experienced a premature and catastrophic transmission failure at approximately 76,000 miles. The vehicle developed loss of power, hesitation, and erratic shifting at low speeds (0–30 mph), creating a potentially dangerous condition ... Read more

Incident date: Feb 10, 2026

Incident date: Mar 17, 2026

The contact owns a 2018 Honda Civic. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel failed to turn in the intended direction. There was an abnormal clicking sound coming from the steering wheel. No warning lights were illuminated. In addition, the contact stated th... Read more

Incident date: Mar 17, 2026

Digital Display & information screen goes black, you can't see anything at all. I had an issue with my Trax not to long after I purchased it had to take it back to dealership told service manager about it, nothing was done about the display. With the display out you couldn't read any warnings at all... Read more

Incident date: Mar 17, 2026

Incident date: Mar 15, 2026

While pulling into a parking spot of a business and approximately 6 feet from the curb, the automatic emergency brake engaged forcing my whole body forward, slamming my head on the visor/roof of the car very forcefully/painfully. I was not in traffic, I was getting ready to park. My front seat pass... Read more

1 injured

Incident date: Feb 1, 2020

My safety is currently being put at risk by Honda due to my EPS Motor/Rack assembly being faulty. I have taken it into the local Honda dealership who has confirmed this in their paperwork. I have reported it to Honda and have been told no fix will be performed at this time. While my steering rack is... Read more

Incident date: Feb 1, 2020

I have been waiting for a fix to be available for recall 24V-700 for almost 2 years now. Nissan is also refusing to honor their bulletin posting that they will provide a rental upon customer request.

Incident date: Feb 1, 2024

The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that there was a failure near the fuse box. Additionally, there was a grinding sound coming from the vehicle while the brake pedal was depressed. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the engine warning light wa... Read more

Incident date: Feb 18, 2026

System is starting to fail by alerting me to clean windshield. Windshield and camera have been cleaned, still getting multiple warnings that system is shutting off safety features during my commutes.

Incident date: Feb 11, 2026

I’ve had some serious problems with my back up camera sometimes it blacks out and turns completely black in the middle of me backing up a few times I almost ran into a car and a person backing up and then when it goes blank all of a sudden I couldn’t see. Also sometimes the picture will turn ups... Read more

Incident date: Feb 11, 2026

Replaced horns a couple times, after doing research, this seems to be a deeper and ongoing issues with this car ok a larger scale. Horns die out or stop completely, causing multiple replacements.

Incident date: Jan 1, 2020

Sudden down shift at high speeds. It put it self park while driving. Skip gears while driving.

Incident date: Jan 30, 2026

The windshield is covered in hundreds of microscopic, pen-sized indentations that refract light like diamonds when hit by the sun or a flashlight. This creates a dangerous "white-out" effect, blinding the driver and making the vehicle unsafe to operate during the day.This is not a single impact from... Read more

Incident date: Jan 29, 2026

The contact owns a 2013 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact stated that after taking the vehicle through a car wash, water started leaking into the vehicle from around the sunroof frame. The vehicle was not taken to a local dealer or independent mechanic. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The c... Read more

Incident date: Jan 29, 2026

The contact owns a 2022 Volvo XC60. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 MPH during nighttime, the Forward Collision Avoidance system engaged while there were no vehicles or objects in front of the vehicle. The contact stated that the failure caused pain in her rib cage when the br... Read more

1 injured

Incident date: Jan 29, 2026

Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2017 Toyota Corolla. The contact discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy after the purchase. The vehicle was an independent dealer sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 100,534. It was later discovered upon checking the Carfax Report, ... Read more

Incident date: Jan 23, 2026

The vehicle is leaking fuel like it did before the recall in 2016. Fuel puddle under car after sitting for 3 minutes huge safety problem. The recall was done 9 years after the car was sold and it’s been 9 years since the recall was done and the problem came back, meaning it was never actually fixe... Read more

Incident date: Aug 2, 2025

Driving at night on rural interstate with clear weather. Car driving at ~75 mph when the emergency breaking engaged. There was no traffic in front and thankfully none behind. The brakes locked in and the transmission downshifted to stop. Again nothing in front. IF someone would had been b... Read more

Incident date: Sep 25, 2025

Vehicle has an issue where it intermittently throws errors, loses power, accelerates on its own, and is difficult to steer. I purchased it with 12,800 miles in it and it has been having this issue since then and no one has been able to fix it. It appears from maintenance records it has been happen... Read more

Incident date: Jul 1, 2025

Randomly my instrument panel goes blank while in motion and can only be retrieved by hard turning the car off when stopped, you loose your speedometer, lights, and all until reset. Other issue with speedometer readings that are consistently off between 5-15mph with no fix, resolutions or repairs.

Crash

Incident date: Jul 1, 2025

Trunk lock will not unlock or allow opening, back latch malfunctions, when car battery dies or car looses power《• you cannot open the trunk and access emergency tools/equipment and battery to jump car. •》You have to access by climbing through the front of the car if you are able-bodied too. ... Read more

Incident date: Jul 1, 2025

Crash

Incident date: Jun 24, 2025

My entire dashboard goes black and I lose all directions and functions in car. It happens when driving often. Additionally after taking to dealership, it's getting worse. Now warning lights come on and stay on such as master warning lights, batteries, power steering, etc. AC shuts off, the car misse... Read more

Incident date: Apr 18, 2024

VIN: [XXX] Recall data refreshed on Aug 09,2025 0 Unrepaired Recalls associated with this VIN for 2025 Police Interceptor - Utility While the 2025 Ford Explorer is recalled,this model for 2025 Police Interceptor - Utility has additional incomplete issues to be reported by NHTSA. As officers on dut... Read more

Incident date: Jul 2, 2025

Unknown

Crash

Incident date: May 30, 2025

Power steering randomly stops working when vehicle is running. It happens most often right after I start the vehicle. I can turn the vehicle off and back on a couple times to get it to work. I am worried that it will happen while active driving. Power steering light comes on dashboard. It has happen... Read more

Incident date: May 30, 2025

The contact owns a 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, his children attempted to exit the vehicle through the passenger's side and driver's side sliding doors; however, both sliding doors failed to open. The contact's children exited the vehicle though the... Read more

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NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2016 JEEP COMPASS

2016 Jeep Compass SUV 4WD

Category	Rating
Frontal Crash	3 / 5 ★★★☆☆
Frontal Crash, Driver	3 / 5 ★★★☆☆
Frontal Crash, Passenger	3 / 5 ★★★☆☆
Rollover	4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Rollover Risk	16.4%

Safety Technology

Feature	Status
Electronic Stability Control	Standard
Forward Collision Warning	No
Lane Departure Warning	No

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2016 JEEP COMPASS

197 manufacturer communications from 104 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

Component	Bulletins
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	28
350000 EQUIPMENT	26
100000 POWER TRAIN	18
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING	15
160000 STRUCTURE	11
220000 SEATS	6
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL	6
222300 SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT	5

111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

Start Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State of Charge (SOC) Inaccurate, Battery Charging Message, Presence of IBS related Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), or Battery Warning Lamp On

020000 SUSPENSION

LIFTER, Hydraulic Roller Deactivating Please do not replace MDS lifters because the disconnecting pin is not lined up, this is normal and not a defect.

114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is an error with the wiring diagrams in Service Library that is causing

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Warranty Bulletin D-16-03 - "Can / Am" Warranty Coverage - 594 / 595 / 596 WCC (Rev. B)

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

FCA Caribbean Warranty Bulletin ID-23-20 "Can / Am" Warranty Coverage - 594 / 595 / 596 WCC

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Lubrication and Maintenance Fluids If MOPAR fluids and chemicals are not readily available, please review Service Library for specifications so a suitable alternative can be used

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Water Quality When Mixed With Engine Coolant

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

wiTECH Small Leak Verification Test (SLVT) - P0456-EVAP SYSTEM SMALL LEAK

350000 EQUIPMENT

wiTECH Small Leak Verification Test (SLVT) - P0456-EVAP SYSTEM SMALL LEAK

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

100000 POWER TRAIN

Emissions recal U67 Catalytic Converter Efficiency

063140 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR

Some of the above-involved vehicles may exceed NOx (Oxides of Nitrogen) emission level standards due to loss of catalytic converter efficiency

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Some of the above-involved vehicles may exceed NOx (Oxides of Nitrogen) emission level standards due to loss of catalytic converter efficiency

103110 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE

Some of the above-involved vehicles may exceed NOx (Oxides of Nitrogen) emission level standards due to loss of catalytic converter efficiency

160000 STRUCTURE

Approved Use of Weld Through Primers This bulletin documents the FCA US LLC position regarding the use of weld through primer when using Squeeze Type Resistance Spot Welding (STRSW) and Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) processes when welding

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

163200 STRUCTURE:INTERIOR PANELS:DOOR

160000 STRUCTURE

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

If a Mopar oil filter is not available, use a filter that meets or exceeds USCAR36 specification and is compatible with semi and full synthetic oils.

350000 EQUIPMENT

If a Mopar oil filter is not available, use a filter that meets or exceeds USCAR36 specification and is compatible with semi and full synthetic oils.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

No Start, Cannot Complete Module Replace, Proxi Or Module Proxi Configuration

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

No Start, Cannot Complete Module Replace, Proxi Or Module Proxi Configuration

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Issue involves overheating, running hot, coolant leaks and related symptoms after a Mopar replacement engine has been installed in the vehicle.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Issue involves overheating, running hot, coolant leaks and related symptoms after a Mopar replacement engine has been installed in the vehicle.

061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION

Customer Complaint May Include Engine Oil Leak Or Consumption

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Customer Complaint May Include Engine Oil Leak Or Consumption

114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

WIRING, Body Before replacing this harness, please contact FCA Redacted Content to see if a repair kit is available for your application. If no response in 15 minutes, proceed with repair. Please email pictures of harness defects to FCA Re

350000 EQUIPMENT

KEY, BLANK WITH TRANSMITTER Please note that after programming the new key integrated transmitter that Lock, Unlock and Remote Start will all function as expected but the Remote Start Cancel button requires a double (2x) button press versu

116340 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER

050000 PARKING BRAKE

150000 SEAT BELTS

050000 PARKING BRAKE

150000 SEAT BELTS

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Battery Tester Warranty Code Procedures, Midtronics Charger Update Process

350000 EQUIPMENT

Battery Tester Warranty Code Procedures, Midtronics Charger Update Process

100000 POWER TRAIN

Gear Ratio DTC?s, Transmission Shift Concerns, Does Not Shift At Times, Shudders

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Battery Tester Warranty Code Procedures, Medtronic Update Process

350000 EQUIPMENT

Battery Tester Warranty Code Procedures, Medtronic Update Process

100000 POWER TRAIN

Transmission Kit with Torque Converter 1. All Promaster (VF) 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles. If the transmission bracket to the transmission case fasteners are removed during servicing, the fasteners (Part Number 06511385A$) are one-time usag

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Customer complaint may include engine oil leak/consumption.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2.0L or 2.4L Engine Replacement This bulletin involves replacing the long block due to a crankshaft imbalance condition. These vehicles may exhibit a vibration in the engine.

020000 SUSPENSION

2.0L or 2.4L Engine Replacement This bulletin involves replacing the long block due to a crankshaft imbalance condition. These vehicles may exhibit a vibration in the engine.

221300 SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT

Warranty Bulletin D-20-18 (X86) Active Head Restraint - Select 2012-2017 Jeep Compass/Jeep Patriot (MK) and 2012 Dodge Caliber (PM) (Rev. B)

222300 SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT

Warranty Bulletin D-20-18 (X86) Active Head Restraint - Select 2012-2017 Jeep Compass/Jeep Patriot (MK) and 2012 Dodge Caliber (PM) (Rev. B)

220000 SEATS

Active Head Restraint (AHR) Inadvertent Deployment - X86 Warranty Extension This bulletin involves inspecting the sled bracket striker pin and possibly replacinga front seat AHR that has inadvertently deployed. Customers may comment on th

350000 EQUIPMENT

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

221300 SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT

Warranty Bulletin D-20-18 (X86) Active Head Restraint - Select 2012-2017 Jeep Compass/Jeep Patriot (MK) and 2012 Dodge Caliber (PM) (Rev. A)

222300 SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT

Warranty Bulletin D-20-18 (X86) Active Head Restraint - Select 2012-2017 Jeep Compass/Jeep Patriot (MK) and 2012 Dodge Caliber (PM) (Rev. A)

222300 SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT

Warranty Bulletin D-20-18 (X86) Active Head Restraint - Select 2012-2017 Jeep Compass/Jeep Patriot (MK) and 2012 Dodge Caliber (PM) (Rev. A)

220000 SEATS

Warranty Bulletin D-20-18 (X86) Active Head Restraint - Select 2012-2017 Jeep Compass/Jeep Patriot (MK) and 2012 Dodge Caliber (PM) (Rev. A)

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Warranty Bulletin D-20-18 (X86) Active Head Restraint - Select 2012-2017 Jeep Compass/Jeep Patriot (MK) and 2012 Dodge Caliber (PM) (Rev. A)

221300 SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT

Warranty Bulletin D-20-18 (X86) Active Head Restraint - Select 2010-2017 Jeep Compass (MK) and 2010-2012 Dodge Caliber (PM)

350000 EQUIPMENT

Warranty Bulletin D-20-18 (X86) Active Head Restraint - Select 2010-2017 Jeep Compass (MK) and 2010-2012 Dodge Caliber (PM)

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

Warranty Bulletin D-20-18 (X86) Active Head Restraint - Select 2010-2017 Jeep Compass (MK) and 2010-2012 Dodge Caliber (PM)

222300 SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT

Warranty Bulletin D-20-18 (X86) Active Head Restraint - Select 2010-2017 Jeep Compass (MK) and 2010-2012 Dodge Caliber (PM)

222300 SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT

Warranty Bulletin D-20-18 (X86) Active Head Restraint - Select 2010-2017 Jeep Compass (MK) and 2010-2012 Dodge Caliber (PM)

220000 SEATS

Warranty Bulletin D-20-18 (X86) Active Head Restraint - Select 2010-2017 Jeep Compass (MK) and 2010-2012 Dodge Caliber (PM)

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Warranty Bulletin D-20-18 (X86) Active Head Restraint - Select 2010-2017 Jeep Compass (MK) and 2010-2012 Dodge Caliber (PM)

220000 SEATS

Active Head Restraint (AHR) Inadvertent Deployment - X86 Warranty Extension This bulletin involves inspecting the sled bracket striker pin and possibly replacing a front seat AHR that has inadvertently deployed. Customers may comment on t

350000 EQUIPMENT

Active Head Restraint (AHR) Inadvertent Deployment - X86 Warranty Extension This bulletin involves inspecting the sled bracket striker pin and possibly replacing a front seat AHR that has inadvertently deployed. Customers may comment on t

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

Active Head Restraint (AHR) Inadvertent Deployment - X86 Warranty Extension This bulletin involves inspecting the sled bracket striker pin and possibly replacing a front seat AHR that has inadvertently deployed. Customers may comment on t

220000 SEATS

Active Head Restraint (AHR) Inadvertent Deployment - X86 Warranty Extension This bulletin involves inspecting the sled bracket striker pin and possibly replacing a front seat AHR that has inadvertently deployed. Customers may comment on t

350000 EQUIPMENT

Active Head Restraint (AHR) Inadvertent Deployment - X86 Warranty Extension This bulletin involves inspecting the sled bracket striker pin and possibly replacing a front seat AHR that has inadvertently deployed. Customers may comment on t

220000 SEATS

Active Head Restraint (AHR) Inadvertent Deployment - X86 Warranty Extension This bulletin involves inspecting the sled bracket striker pin and possibly replacing a front seat AHR that has inadvertently deployed. Customers may comment on t

111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

(Rev. A) Power Inverter Load Ratings

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

(Rev. A) Power Inverter Load Ratings

350000 EQUIPMENT

(Rev. A) Power Inverter Load Ratings

100000 POWER TRAIN

(Rev. A) Power Inverter Load Ratings

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

THROTTLE BODY For clarification, only use 68414676A$ on 2010 & earlier vehicles as supply is limited.

073300 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:THROTTLEBODY/MANIFOLD

THROTTLE BODY For clarification, only use 68414676A$ on 2010 & earlier vehicles as supply is limited.

100000 POWER TRAIN

TRANSMISSION, 5 Speed Replacing OE transmission 05106789A$/68042789A$ with reman transmission R8142073A$ replace with new Hydraulic Clutch Tube 05273429A$ to avoid interference with shift lever

100000 POWER TRAIN

TRANSMISSION, 5 Speed On replacing OE transmission 05106567A$/68042567A$ with reman transmission R8142074A$ replace with new Hydraulic Clutch Tube 05273429A$ to avoid interference with shift lever

100000 POWER TRAIN

TRANSMISSION, 5 Speed Replacing OE transmission 05106789A$/68042789A$ with reman transmission R8142073A$ replace with new Hydraulic Clutch Tube 05273429A$ to avoid interference with shift lever

100000 POWER TRAIN

TRANSMISSION, 5 Speed On replacing OE transmission 05106567A$/68042567A$ with reman transmission R8142074A$ replace with new Hydraulic Clutch Tube 05273429A$ to avoid interference with shift lever

100000 POWER TRAIN

Service 4wd Light On, Message AWD System Service Required

160000 STRUCTURE

Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19

350000 EQUIPMENT

Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are nece

350000 EQUIPMENT

070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Possible Driveability Issues due to the Winter-Blend Fuel into the Warmer Season

010000 STEERING

Hands On Steering Wheel Message In EVIC

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

Speed Control Operates Intermittently

117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Speed Control Operates Intermittently

180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Speed Control Operates Intermittently

180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Speed Control Operates Intermittently

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Key Programming, Security Pin Request, Pin Invalid

350000 EQUIPMENT

Key Programming, Security Pin Request, Pin Invalid

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

No Start After Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Replacement and/or Reprogramming

020000 SUSPENSION

Air Suspension Components Star Parts Catalog has been updated to show individual service parts for the compressor assembly. This will allow service technicians to repair the root cause without over repairing the system. Replace only the pa

160000 STRUCTURE

Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.

130000 VISIBILITY

Authentic Mopar? Glass Replacement This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the recommended usage of Authentic Mopar? Glass.

350000 EQUIPMENT

Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.

160000 STRUCTURE

Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.

350000 EQUIPMENT

Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.

130000 VISIBILITY

Authentic Mopar? Glass Replacement This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the recommended usage of Authentic Mopar? Glass.

160000 STRUCTURE

Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.

350000 EQUIPMENT

Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.

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NHTSA Safety Investigations, JEEP COMPASS

Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.

PE, Closed , Model Year: 2019

False overheat leading to loss of motive power

On December 2, 2022, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened PE22-013 to investigate allegations of loss of motive power accompanied by high coolant temperature messages on the dashboard of Model Year 2019-2020 Jeep Compass vehicles. At the time this investigation was opened, ODI was aware ... of fifteen Vehicle Owner Questionnaires (VOQs) for Model Year (MY) 2019-2020 Jeep Compass vehicles alleging a loss of motive power (LOMP) while driving. The LOMP events were often accompanied by a high coolant temperature or coolant temperature too high message appearing on the dashboard of the vehicle. In most incidents, the high coolant temperature or coolant temperature too high dashboard messages spontaneously self-corrected or were corrected after the vehicle was stopped and restarted. One complainant alleged no immediate restart, and the vehicle was towed. A Preliminary Evaluation (PE) was opened to assess the frequency and potential safety consequences of these engine shut down events. On January 19th, 2023, ODI sent an information request letter to Fiat Chrysler US LLC (FCA) requesting pertinent information on the subject 2019-2020 Jeep Compass vehicles. FCA provided its full response on March 2nd, 2023. ODI has reviewed the information FCA provided as well as new reports submitted to NHTSA’s Vehicle Owner Questionnaire database. Based on a review of available information, ODI has identified 173 subject vehicles that likely experienced a shutdown event associated with the high coolant temperature or coolant temperature too high dashboard messages. ODI found the 2019 Model Year (MY) Jeep Compass as having the highest failure rate while also being the oldest group of vehicles in this investigation. The 2019 Jeep Compass vehicles that experienced a failure represent an incident rate of about 0.09%. The 2020 Jeep compass vehicles that experienced a failure represent an incident rate of about 0.04%. After reviewing the information available at this time, ODI identified one allegation of a crash and no allegations of injury, fire, or fatality. The alleged crash occurred at a stop light and was able to be restarted immediately. In its response to ODI, FCA provided its assessment of the alleged defect in the subject vehicles. FCA believes the alleged defect does not pose an unreasonable risk to motor vehicle safety. FCA stated that allegations related to this investigation involve the vehicle notifying the driver of an overheat condition, via a message and telltale lights, followed by an engine shutdown. FCA goes on to say that once the engine shuts down, the driver is instructed via an instrument cluster message to place the vehicle in park. After the vehicle is placed in park, it can then be restarted and immediately driven with no issues. This is consistent with ODI’s observations. Based on the analysis conducted by ODI indicating a low failure rate and given that the vehicles normally can be re-started immediately after the shutdown event, this investigation is closed. The closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by NHTSA that a safety-related defect does not exist. NHTSA reserves the right take additional actions if warranted by future circumstances. To review the ODI reports cited in the Closing Resume ODI Report Identification Number document, go to NHTSA.gov.Read more

AQ, Closed , Model Year: 2017

Northwest Chrysler Jeep Dodge Sale Issue

NHTSA opened AQ17-004 to determine whether Northwest Chrysler Jeep Dodge of Houston, Texas (Northwest) has complied with the requirements of the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act, 49 U.S.C. Chapter 301 (Safety Act) and its implementing regulations. The Safety Act requires, among other th... Read more

JEEP COMPASS - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the JEEP COMPASS across all model years (2007, 2026).

38 Total Recalls

6,157 Total Complaints

2 Investigations

282 Reported Crashes

100 Reported Fires

4 Reported Deaths

JEEP COMPASS - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year	Recalls	Complaints
2026	1	7	View
2025	0	54	View
2024	0	113	View
2023	2	76	View
2022	4	392	View
2021	0	137	View
2020	1	255	View
2019	2	583	View
2018	6	1,636	View
2017	4	385	View
2016 (current)	1	462
2015	1	173	View
2014	2	518	View
2013	1	121	View
2012	4	263	View
2011	3	283	View
2010	2	108	View
2009	1	60	View
2008	0	135	View
2007	3	396	View

Other JEEP Models

Model	Recalls	Complaints
GRAND CHEROKEE	384	39,569	View
WRANGLER	313	22,084	View
CHEROKEE	297	20,619	View
WAGONEER	96	662	View
LIBERTY	92	11,701	View
GRAND WAGONEER	53	298	View
GLADIATOR	45	1,287	View
RENEGADE	34	3,433	View

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