Complaints by model year
Each bar is one model year. Highlighted: 2018. The most recent years are still collecting complaints.
NHTSA ODI complaints (public domain) · updated 23 Oct 2026
New York safety inspections
Share of first inspections failed on safety, by model year. Older cars fail more as miles build up, so compare each year with the average car of the same year. Best against its own year: 2026.
NY DMV Vehicle Inspections, initial inspections since Aug 2021 · how we count
Year by year
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Compass | 5 | 1 |
| 2025 Compass | 29 | 0 |
| 2024 Compass | 53 | 0 |
| 2023 Compass | 49 | 2 |
| 2022 Compass | 225 | 4 |
| 2021 Compass | 81 | 0 |
| 2020 Compass | 143 | 1 |
| 2019 Compass | 330 | 2 |
| 2018 CompassMost complaints | 946 | 6 |
| 2017 Compass | 229 | 4 |
| 2016 Compass | 293 | 1 |
| 2015 Compass | 113 | 1 |
| 2014 Compass | 307 | 2 |
| 2013 Compass | 80 | 1 |
| 2012 Compass | 184 | 4 |
| 2011 Compass | 188 | 3 |
| 2010 Compass | 71 | 2 |
| 2009 Compass | 44 | 1 |
| 2008 Compass | 93 | 0 |
| 2007 Compass | 259 | 3 |
A model year gets its own page when it has enough data for at least three sections
Most common problems
- Engine1,249
- Electrical system1,081
- Unknown or other668
- Power train529
- Air bags273
- Fuel/propulsion system269
- Suspension236
- Vehicle speed control217
NHTSA ODI complaints, all model years
Fatal crashes in the US
From 2020 to 2023, 503 Compass vehicles were involved in crashes on US public roads in which someone died, and 244 people died inside them. These are counts, not crash rates: a model with more cars on the road shows up more often, and people killed outside the vehicle are not counted here.
| Model year | Vehicles in fatal crashes | Deaths in the vehicle |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 | 1 |
| 2022 | 15 | 10 |
| 2021 | 38 | 17 |
| 2020 | 52 | 24 |
| 2019 | 60 | 33 |
| 2018 | 84 | 40 |
| 2017 | 48 | 12 |
| 2016 | 42 | 18 |
| 2015 | 17 | 10 |
| 2014 | 57 | 36 |
| 2013 | 5 | 1 |
| 2012 | 23 | 10 |
| 2011 | 13 | 5 |
| 2010 | 10 | 5 |
| 2009 | 6 | 1 |
| 2008 | 11 | 6 |
| 2007 | 21 | 15 |
NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS), crash years 2020–2023 (public domain) · how we count
Crash-test ratings by year
NHTSA 5-star results for 17 model-year variants; 0 of 12 rated variants score five stars overall. Rollover risk is the estimated chance of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Year | Variant | Overall | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 2027 JEEP COMPASS SUV ICE AWD | ★★★★☆ | 20.4 % |
| 2026 | 2026 JEEP COMPASS SUV N/A AWD | ★★★★☆ | 20.4 % |
| 2025 | 2025 Jeep Compass SUV AWD | ★★★★☆ | 20.4 % |
| 2024 | 2024 Jeep Compass SUV AWD | ★★★★☆ | 20.4 % |
| 2023 | 2023 Jeep Compass SUV AWD | — | 20.6 % |
| 2022 | 2022 Jeep Compass SUV AWD | ★★★★☆ | 20.4 % |
| 2021 | 2021 Jeep Compass SUV 4WD | ★★★★☆ | 20.6 % |
| 2020 | 2020 Jeep Compass SUV AWD | ★★★★☆ | 20.6 % |
| 2019 | 2019 Jeep Compass SUV AWD | ★★★★☆ | 20.6 % |
| 2018 | 2018 Jeep Compass SUV AWD | ★★★★☆ | 20.6 % |
| 2017 | 2017 Jeep Compass SUV 4WD | ★★★★☆ | 16.4 % |
| 2016 | 2016 Jeep Compass SUV 2WD | — | 18.5 % |
| 2015 | 2015 Jeep Compass SUV 2WD | — | 18.5 % |
| 2014 | 2014 Jeep Compass SUV 2WD | ★★★★☆ | 18.5 % |
| 2013 | 2013 Jeep Compass SUV 2WD | ★★★☆☆ | 18.5 % |
| 2012 | 2012 Jeep Compass SUV 2WD | — | 18.5 % |
| 2011 | 2011 Jeep Compass SUV 4WD | — | 16.4 % |
NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), api.nhtsa.gov · US federal work, public domain
Fuel consumption by year
Official Canadian test results for 16 model years, best variant per year. Combined consumption ranges from 9.0–9.5 L/100 km.
| Year | Variant | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Compass · Sport utility vehicle: Small · Regular gasoline | 10.6 | 7.6 | 9.3 |
| 2021 | Compass · Sport utility vehicle: Small · Regular gasoline | 10.6 | 7.6 | 9.3 |
| 2020 | Compass · Sport utility vehicle: Small · Regular gasoline | 10.4 | 7.3 | 9.0 |
| 2019 | Compass · Sport utility vehicle: Small · Regular gasoline | 10.4 | 7.3 | 9.0 |
| 2018 | Compass · Sport utility vehicle: Small · Regular gasoline | 10.4 | 7.3 | 9.0 |
| 2017 | Compass · Sport utility vehicle: Small · Regular gasoline | 10.3 | 7.9 | 9.3 |
| 2016 | Compass · Sport utility vehicle: Small · Regular gasoline | 10.3 | 7.8 | 9.2 |
| 2015 | Compass · Sport utility vehicle: Small · Regular gasoline | 10.2 | 7.8 | 9.2 |
| 2014 | Compass · Sport utility vehicle: Small · Regular gasoline | 10.2 | 7.8 | 9.1 |
| 2013 | Compass · Sport utility vehicle: Small · Regular gasoline | 10.2 | 7.9 | 9.2 |
| 2012 | Compass · Sport utility vehicle · Regular gasoline | 10.4 | 8.1 | 9.4 |
| 2011 | Compass · Sport utility vehicle · Regular gasoline | 10.4 | 8.1 | 9.4 |
| 2010 | Compass · Sport utility vehicle · Regular gasoline | 10.2 | 8.2 | 9.3 |
| 2009 | Compass · Sport utility vehicle · Regular gasoline | 10.2 | 8.5 | 9.4 |
| 2008 | Compass · Sport utility vehicle · Regular gasoline | 10.2 | 8.5 | 9.4 |
| 2007 | Compass · Sport utility vehicle · Regular gasoline | 10.3 | 8.6 | 9.5 |
Litres per 100 km. Natural Resources Canada, Fuel consumption ratings (open.canada.ca) · Open Government Licence – Canada
In New Zealand
2,502 Compass cars are on the New Zealand register; 4% arrived as used imports.
| Model year | Registered | Sold new in NZ | Used imports |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 2023 | 227 | 227 | 0 |
| 2022 | 73 | 72 | 1 |
| 2021 | 475 | 472 | 1 |
| 2020 | 185 | 181 | 1 |
| 2019 | 276 | 268 | 7 |
| 2018 | 525 | 515 | 7 |
| 2017 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| 2016 | 52 | 49 | 3 |
| 2015 | 154 | 136 | 15 |
| 2014 | 216 | 196 | 16 |
| 2013 | 158 | 143 | 14 |
| 2012 | 98 | 71 | 26 |
| 2011 | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| 2009 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 2008 | 15 | 12 | 2 |
| 2007 | 23 | 21 | 2 |
| 2006 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi, Motor Vehicle Register (March 2026) · CC BY 4.0
In the Netherlands
9,864 Compass cars are on Dutch roads; 42% arrived later as imports, and 489 still have a recall open. Open a year for APK defects, odometer checks and colours.
| First registered | On the road | Median list price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 989 | €48,906 |
| 2025 | 330 | €50,095 |
| 2024 | 432 | €48,389 |
| 2023 | 1,033 | €49,397 |
| 2022 | 2,129 | €52,279 |
| 2021 | 1,309 | €46,021 |
| 2020 | 599 | €42,410 |
| 2019 | 987 | €37,290 |
| 2018 | 935 | €41,540 |
| 2017 | 276 | €42,085 |
| 2015 | 30 | €39,649 |
| 2014 | 87 | €36,470 |
| 2013 | 99 | €31,650 |
| 2012 | 256 | €32,568 |
| 2011 | 164 | €32,649 |
| 2009 | 44 | €28,493 |
| 2008 | 60 | €35,996 |
| 2007 | 105 | €36,799 |
RDW Open Data: registered vehicles (CC0) · list price is the manufacturer's catalogue price when new
In Finland
129 Compass cars were in use in Finland on 30 Jun 2026: 100% petrol, 0% diesel. Mileage is the odometer reading at the last inspection.
| First registered | In use | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 9 | 54,000 km |
| 2020 | 7 | 53,000 km |
| 2014 | 31 | 132,000 km |
| 2013 | 12 | 155,000 km |
| 2012 | 39 | 182,000 km |
| 2011 | 31 | 187,000 km |
Traficom (Finnish Transport and Communications Agency), open data on vehicles in use, 30 Jun 2026 · CC BY 4.0
Road collisions in Great Britain
From 2021 to 2025, 237 Compass cars were involved in road collisions in Great Britain that injured someone and were reported to the police. 3 of those collisions were fatal and 44 caused serious injuries. As with any count, models with more cars on British roads appear more often.
| Year | Cars in injury collisions | Fatal | Serious |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 48 | 0 | 6 |
| 2024 | 54 | 0 | 13 |
| 2023 | 54 | 0 | 12 |
| 2022 | 45 | 2 | 7 |
| 2021 | 36 | 1 | 6 |
Department for Transport, STATS19 road safety data 2021–2025 · Open Government Licence v3.0 · how we count
In the United Kingdom
14,812 Compass cars were licensed for the road at the end of 2025, by year of manufacture.
| Built | Licensed | Off the road (SORN) |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 428 | 3 |
| 2024 | 958 | 12 |
| 2023 | 1,712 | 63 |
| 2022 | 1,214 | 29 |
| 2021 | 1,592 | 18 |
| 2020 | 1,591 | 7 |
| 2019 | 3,007 | 28 |
| 2018 | 2,225 | 38 |
| 2017 | 13 | 2 |
| 2015 | 4 | — |
| 2014 | 369 | 26 |
| 2013 | 462 | 42 |
| 2012 | 612 | 108 |
| 2011 | 506 | 113 |
| 2010 | 1 | 3 |
| 2009 | 45 | 7 |
| 2008 | 43 | 26 |
| 2007 | 30 | 27 |
Department for Transport and DVLA, vehicle licensing statistics (table VEH0124) · Open Government Licence v3.0
MOT test results in Great Britain
9,549 Compass cars took their annual MOT test in 2023; 78% passed first time, against 81% for all cars of the same ages. Older cars fail more often, so compare a year with the same year of other cars.
| First registered | Tests | Passed first time |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 1,627 | 87% |
| 2019 | 3,124 | 83% |
| 2018 | 2,365 | 80% |
| 2014 | 428 | 72% |
| 2013 | 556 | 66% |
| 2012 | 756 | 62% |
| 2011 | 693 | 56% |
Why they fail
Share of all first tests that ended in a fail because of each part of the car (one test can fail on several).
| Area | Compass | All cars, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 6.4% | 5.5% |
| Suspension | 6.4% | 3.8% |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 6.0% | 6.1% |
| Visibility | 5.7% | 3.8% |
| Brakes | 3.4% | 3.7% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 2.5% | 1.4% |
| Steering | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Body, chassis, structure | 0.8% | 1.2% |
DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results, 2023 (Department for Transport) · Open Government Licence v3.0 · first tests of cars only; a fix made at the test station within the hour still counts as a fail
New registrations in Europe
279,478 new Jeep Compass cars registered in the EU, Norway and Iceland between 2010 and 2022, from the European Environment Agency's CO₂ monitoring of every new car. In 2022 the largest markets were Italy (21,322), Germany (9,892), Spain (3,635).
| Year | New cars | CO₂ g/km |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 44,787 | 90 (WLTP) |
| 2021 | 52,577 | 116 (WLTP) |
| 2020 | 47,081 | 158 (WLTP) |
| 2019 | 63,132 | 177 (WLTP) |
| 2018 | 34,866 | 183 (WLTP) |
| 2017 | 15,017 | 140 (NEDC) |
| 2016 | 446 | — |
| 2015 | 597 | — |
| 2014 | 4,386 | — |
| 2013 | 6,113 | — |
| 2012 | 6,170 | — |
| 2011 | 3,576 | — |
| 2010 | 730 | — |
Averages are weighted by registrations; CO₂ is the type-approval value (NEDC until the WLTP switch). European Environment Agency, CO₂ emissions from new passenger cars · re-use permitted with acknowledgement
Real-world fuel consumption
44,299 Jeep Compass cars and vans registered in Europe between 2021 and 2024 report their fuel use through the on-board meter. Diesel versions average 6.2 l/100 km on the road, against 5.3 l/100 km in the official WLTP test — 18% more. Plug-in hybrids use 6.4 l/100 km against 2.0 l/100 km on paper, with 72% of their distance covered with the engine off.
| Fuel | Vehicles | On the road | WLTP | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 5,622 | 8.3 | 6.9 | +21% |
| Petrol hybrid | 7,230 | 6.7 | 5.8 | +16% |
| Diesel | 14,357 | 6.2 | 5.3 | +18% |
| Plug-in hybrid | 15,573 | 6.4 | 2.0 | +224% |
| Petrol hybrid van | 169 | 6.8 | 5.8 | +17% |
| Diesel van | 1,151 | 6.5 | 5.3 | +22% |
| Plug-in hybrid van | 197 | 6.2 | 2.0 | +214% |
Litres per 100 km: total fuel used divided by total distance driven, from the car's own fuel consumption meter (OBFCM), collected in 2024 by the manufacturers, mostly remotely, and by national authorities. WLTP figures are the type-approval CO₂ values converted to litres. Hybrids, including mild hybrids, do not plug in; plug-in hybrid figures include the distance driven on electricity. European Environment Agency, Real-world CO₂ emissions from cars and vans · CC BY 4.0
What it costs in fuel
On real-world figures the diesel Jeep Compass uses 6.2 litres per 100 km, so 15,000 km a year takes about 930 litres: €2,091 at this week's average price in Italy, its largest market in Europe.
| Country | Diesel | Petrol hybrid | Petrol |
|---|---|---|---|
| Italy | €2,091 | €2,035 | €2,513 |
| Germany | €2,111 | €2,200 | €2,716 |
| Spain | €1,760 | €1,797 | €2,219 |
| France | €2,185 | €2,250 | €2,778 |
| United Kingdom | £1,857 | £1,762 | £2,176 |
| United States | $1,544 | $1,142 | $1,411 |
Fuel for 15,000 km (9,300 miles) a year at real-world consumption. Pump prices with taxes, week of 19 October 2026: European Commission Weekly Oil Bulletin, UK Department for Energy Security and Net Zero, US Energy Information Administration. Non-euro EU prices are in euros as the Bulletin publishes them.
Work it out for your driving
EU safety alerts
Safety Gate, the European Union's rapid alert system, names the Compass in at least 12 alerts. European versions can differ from the North American car.
The front main wiring harness may come into contact with a metal earthing stud because, following a design harmonisation change, PHEV/BEV vehicles were not fitted with the protective cap used on the MHEV version. Over time, vehicle vibrations could damage the …
An impact on the brake pedals can cause the pedal arm and the brake pedal lever to disengage. Moreover, the unlocking lever has a low stiffness due to variations in clamping force and friction. Both these reasons can lead the brake pedals to collapse during br…
The electrical cable connection to the vehicle's Integrated Dual Charge Module (IDCM) may not be tightened to the correct torque. This can result in the 12-volt battery not being charged, which can cause the vehicle to shut down unexpectedly, thereby increasin…
A production error in the electric battery can harm its function due to penetration of water. This can cause the battery to overheat, creating a risk of fire. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehi…
The side airbag inflatable curtain on the driver and passenger side of the vehicle may not be connected and do not function as intended. This can increase the risk of injury when triggered in the event of an accident. The product does not comply with the Regul…
The hydraulic control unit (HCU) of the integrated braking system (IBS) presents a defect. This can result in the reduction of braking assistance and loss of ABS functionality leading to an increased risk of accident and therefore risk of injuries to the occup…
The head joint of the windscreen wipers can be improperly formed.This could impair the functioning of the wipers, increasing the risk of an accident.
A defective rear seat-back locking mechanism could lead to the seat back folding forward unexpectedly in the event of rapid deceleration. As a consequence, luggage from the boot space may enter the passenger compartment, increasing the risk of injury.
Incorrect coating of the brake pistons can result in the formation of gas in the hydraulic system. This may adversely affect the functioning of the brakes on the rear-axle wheels.
A faulty rear seat-back locking mechanism could lead to the seat back folding forward unexpectedly in the event of rapid deceleration. As a consequence, luggage from the boot space may enter the passenger compartment, increasing the risk of injury.
Due to inadequate welding, the front transverse control arm may break. This could consequently lead to a loss of driving stability.
The electrical connections for the daytime running lamps are inadequate and the lights may be disabled by the driver. As a consequence, the visibility of the vehicle and its identification by other drivers may be reduced.
Safety Gate (European Commission) · CC0
Recalls
27 campaigns cover the Compass; the latest 12 are below.
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Gladiator, Jeep Compass, Jeep Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, Jeep Grand Wagoneer, Jeep Grand Wagoneer L, Ram Promaster, Ram Promaster EV, Ram 1500, Ram 2500, Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid, Chrysler Voyager, and 2026-2027 Chrysler Pacifica and Dodge Charger vehicles. The rearview camera image may fail to display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
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."
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."
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."
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."
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ram 1500, 1500 Classic and Jeep Compass vehicles. The windshield wiper arm or arms may loosen, possibly causing the wipers to not operate properly and reduce the driver's visibility in certain weather conditions.
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Renegade, Compass and Grand Cherokee, RAM 1500 and Promaster, Fiat 500x, Dodge Journey, Challenger, Charger and Durango and Chrysler 300x vehicles, 2017-2018 Jeep Wrangler, Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles and 2018-2019 Jeep Cherokee and 2018 Chrysler Pacifica and Pacifica Hybrid vehicles. The powertrain control module may be equipped with a voltage regulator chip in the circuit board that may fail, causing a stall or a no start condition.
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Dodge Grand Caravan and Jeep Compass, 2018 Dodge Journey, and 2019 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons on these vehicles may have an insufficient coating causing gas pockets to form, potentially reducing rear brake performance.
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Compass vehicles. The front lower control arms may be incorrectly welded, potentially resulting in a control arm separation.
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling various Dodge, Chrysler, and RAM vehicles equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. A list of the affected trailer models is available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V824-0103.pdf. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2017-2018 Jeep Compass vehicles. The brightness of the backlighting for the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) cannot be adjusted. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Controls and Displays."
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Compass vehicles. The passenger side air bag assembly may have inflator mounting nuts loose within the module assembly.
NHTSA recalls