Problems owners report
Complaints filed with NHTSA about the 2021 Jeep Compass, by the system named in each complaint. One complaint can name several.
- Electrical system34
- Unknown or other28
- Engine18
- Power train9
- Steering7
- Vehicle speed control6
- Service brakes5
- Fuel/propulsion system4
- Forward collision avoidance4
- Exterior lighting4
NHTSA ODI complaints (public domain) · updated 23 Oct 2026 · 0 injuries and 0 deaths reported
Compared with other years
NHTSA ODI complaints by model year
Fatal crashes in the US
From 2020 to 2023, 38 2021 Compass vehicles were involved in crashes on US public roads in which someone died; 17 people died inside them, and 8 of the vehicles rolled over. This is a count, not a crash rate: it grows with the number of cars on the road.
NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS), crash years 2020–2023 (public domain)
New York safety inspections
At its first New York inspection the 2021 Jeep Compass failed the safety check 1.36% of the time — 44% more often than the average 2021 passenger car (0.95%). Median odometer at inspection: 23,864 miles.
NY DMV Vehicle Inspections (vezn-fmmk), initial inspections since Aug 2021 · how we count
Registered new in Europe in 2021
52,577 new Jeep Compass cars were registered in the EU, Norway and Iceland in 2021; the largest markets were Italy (27,835), Germany (6,261), Spain (5,026).
- Average mass
- 1,683 kg
- Average CO₂
- 116 g/km (WLTP)
- Average power
- 104 kW
- Fuel type recorded
- Petrol 35% · Petrol/electric 33% · Diesel 32%
European Environment Agency, CO₂ emissions from new passenger cars · averages weighted by registrations; CO₂ is the type-approval value; fuel type as recorded at registration, where many non-plug-in hybrids appear as petrol · re-use permitted with acknowledgement
Real-world fuel consumption
13,856 Jeep Compass cars first registered in Europe in 2021 report their fuel use through the on-board meter. Diesel versions use 6.2 l/100 km on the road against 5.2 in the WLTP test (+17%).
| Fuel | Vehicles | On the road | WLTP | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 4,196 | 8.4 | 6.9 | +22% |
| Diesel | 4,487 | 6.2 | 5.2 | +17% |
| Plug-in hybrid | 4,921 | 6.1 | 2.0 | +204% |
| Diesel van | 252 | 6.5 | 5.3 | +23% |
Litres per 100 km from the cars' own fuel meters (OBFCM), collected in 2024; the year is the year of first registration. All years together · European Environment Agency · CC BY 4.0
Engines
The most common engines in 2021 Jeep Compass cars on Dutch roads are the 1.3 hybrid (132 kW, 177 hp), 1.3 petrol (110 kW, 148 hp) and 1.3 hybrid (96 kW, 129 hp), out of 4 versions with at least 20 cars.
| Engine | Power | Cars |
|---|---|---|
| 1.3 hybrid | 132 kW 177 hp | 550 |
| 1.3 petrol | 110 kW 148 hp | 427 |
| 1.3 hybrid | 96 kW 129 hp | 189 |
| 1.3 petrol | 96 kW 129 hp | 139 |
RDW Open Data (CC0): registered passenger cars and their fuel data · engine size rounded to 0.1 litre, net maximum power · versions with at least 20 cars
In the Netherlands
1,309 first registered in 2021 are on Dutch roads; 53% arrived later as imports. Median list price when new: €46,021.
Most common APK defects
- Bandenspanning niet op juiste waarde282
- Band onvoldoende profiel127
- Dimlicht onjuist afgesteld93
- Ruitenwisserinstallatie geeft onvoldoende zicht78
- Band(en) aanwezig met een profieldiepte van 1,6 t/m 2,5 mm77
- Band beschadigd63
- Stadslicht werkt niet (goed)15
- Band vertoont uitstulping(en)12
Colours
RDW Open Data: registered vehicles and APK defects (CC0) · defect descriptions in the RDW's Dutch wording
In the United Kingdom
1,592 cars built in 2021 were licensed for the road at the end of 2025, and 18 more were declared off the road (SORN).
Department for Transport and DVLA, vehicle licensing statistics (table VEH0124, year of manufacture) · Open Government Licence v3.0
In Finland
9 of these cars first registered in 2021 were in use in Finland on 30 Jun 2026, with an average of 54,000 km on the odometer at their last inspection.
Traficom (Finnish Transport and Communications Agency), open data on vehicles in use · CC BY 4.0
In New Zealand
475 2021 cars are on the New Zealand register; 0% arrived as used imports, 99% were sold new in New Zealand.
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi, Motor Vehicle Register (March 2026) · CC BY 4.0
Crash-test ratings
NHTSA 5-star results for 2 variants; 0 of 2 rated variants score five stars overall. Rollover risk is the estimated chance of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Variant | Overall | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 Jeep Compass SUV 4WD | ★★★★☆ | 20.6 % |
| 2021 Jeep Compass SUV FWD | ★★★★☆ | 20.2 % |
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
- Forward collision warning
- Optional
- Lane departure warning
- No
- Best overall rating
- 4 / 5
NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), api.nhtsa.gov · US federal work, public domain
Fuel consumption
Official Canadian test results for 1 variant: combined 9.3 L/100 km (about 25 mpg US), CO₂ 218 g/km.
| Variant | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| Compass · Sport utility vehicle: Small · Regular gasoline | 10.6 | 7.6 | 9.3 |
Litres per 100 km. Natural Resources Canada, Fuel consumption ratings (open.canada.ca) · Open Government Licence – Canada
Recalls in Canada
2 Transport Canada recalls for the 2021 Jeep Compass.
| 2024548 15 Aug 2024 | Label Issue: On certain vehicles, the tire and loading information label does not list that there is no spare tire in both official languages. The label reads as "N… |
| 2021372 11 Jun 2021 | Lights And Instruments Issue: On certain vehicles, the daytime running lamps (DRLs) will remain on when the driver switches the front fog lamps on. A recent change to Canadian regul… |
Transport Canada Vehicle Recalls Database · Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada
Recalls
No recall campaigns cover the 2021 Jeep Compass.
Whether a recall was fixed on a particular car is known only to the manufacturer: check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
NHTSA recalls · summaries in NHTSA's own words
Service bulletins
What Jeep told its dealers about the 2021 Jeep Compass: known faults, fixes and updates.
| Bulletin | Summary |
|---|---|
| 11011922 | "Power Transfer Unit (PTU) Failure Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must exhibit/set one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): C2270-77 - Power Transfer Unit PTU Electronic Disconnect Actuator EDA Sensor - Commanded Position Not Reachable. C2290-92 - EDA Motor Free Running - Performance Or Incorrect Operation. C2280-92 - Eda Current - Performance Or Incorrect Operation. C2240-92 - Etm Motor Free Running - Performance Or Incorrect Operation. C2120-13 - Motor 2 - Circuit Open. C2120-14 - Motor 2 - Circuit Short To |
| 11011152 | TUBE ASSY - FUEL |
| 11010791 | "Various Models - Engine Valley Cap (Flywheel Side) - Oil Leakage - Service Solution Customers may experience the following: Oil leaks from the engine compartment, engine/transmission coupling. When the claimed fault is confirmed, replace the engine valley cap, according to the Repair Procedure" |
| 11010781 | "UHN/UPN Radio Enhancement To Software Level T27.52 Customers may experience one or more of the following: Speed limit sign on Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) is showing incorrect speed. Touch freeze/disassociated center stack display off. Car Play/Android Auto wireless disconnection at toll gates. This bulletin involves updating the radio software level to T27.52." |
| 11010511 | Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) Service Information. TPM Lamp On. |
| 11010506 | Turtle Icon Warning Lamp is Displayed on Cluster, No Electric Vehicle Operation or Reverse |
| 11008145 | Door Ajar Light On With Door(s) Closed. |
| 11007954 | Battery Drain Suspected or "Identified" From USB or Media Hub |
| 11006626 | "Flash: Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Module Updates Customers may experience one or more of the following: ""Auto Hold Unavailable Service Required."" warning message displayed on the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC). IPC ""Hold"" indicator illuminates on occasion. Engine Stop/Start (ESS) inoperative. This bulletin involves reprogramming the ABS with the latest software available. " |
| 11006241 | "Headlamp Condensation Clearing Procedure Some customers may report that on occasion, vehicle exterior head lamp assemblies are fogged with a light layer of condensation on the inside of the lenses." |
| 11005369 | SWITCH Power Window Before replacing the master window switch (Driver door window switch), please follow these steps: 1.- Review the master window Switch for any physical issue (Button stuck, broke). If not, physical issue is found move to next step 2.- Review window switch internal resistors, and make sure it matches the continuity chart found on service info of the switch. (649 +/- 7 Ohms when pushing UP, 2519 +/- 25 Ohms when pushing down) If an issue is found with the internal resistor or on the physical parts of the switch, please replace the switch. |
| 11005320 | "Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood, hinges or other exterior surface areas of the hinges, doors, fenders, swing gates or liftgates. NOTE: Verify current warranty policy to determine if digital imaging pre-authorization is required or pre-approval is required from the Regional Office; depending on market. This bulletin involves inspecting and if necessary removing corrosion and refinishing the suspect aluminum panels on the vehicle, hood, door, fenders, hinges, swing gates or liftgate panels." |
| 11005014 | "Flash: Central Vision Processing Module (CVPM) Update Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must exhibit/set one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): B2286-00 - Calibration Not Learned - Lost Calibration. B223B-00 - Vehicle Configuration Mismatch. Customers may also comment on the following: Top-down camera view is blank when camera view is selected in the radio menu. Odometer is flashing. No backup camera gridlines when vehicle transmission is in reverse Fig. 1. This bulletin involves updating the CVPM with the lat |
| 11004992 | Air Bag Module Sets Left or Right Rear Seatbelt Buckle Pretensioner Faults |
| 11004839 | "Management Procedure for Customer Issues in Connected Services Customers may experience the following: Various Connected Services issues. The purpose of this informative Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) is to support the Network on the following topics: Discern the different kinds of connected service issues (onboard / offboard). Support the customer in his journey to open a request via Customer Care. Address on the correct actions to properly manage a customer complaining about the received assistance." |
| 11004151 | Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Functions Do Not Work, Intermittent Vehicle Response When Using the RKE, Key Not Programmed, Adding Remote Start |
| 11002828 | "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 " |
| 11002805 | "Rear Taillamp Condensation Clearing Procedure On occasion, vehicle exterior taillamp assemblies are fogged with a light layer of condensation on the inside of the lenses Fig. 1. This may be reported after the lamps have been turned on and brought up to operating temperature, turned off and then rapidly cooled by cold water (such as rain, or the water from a vehicle wash). Lens fogging can also occur under certain atmospheric conditions after a vehicle has been parked outside overnight (i.e. a warm humid day followed by clear cool night). This will usually clear as atmospheric conditions chang |
| 11002796 | "12V Battery Low Level Charge Notification On Customers Mobile Application Vehicle's 12V battery Low Level Charge notification on customers mobile application." |
| 11002425 | MOTOR - WINDSHIELD WIPER |
| 11001562 | "Flash: Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Module Updates Customers may experience one or more of the following: ""Auto Hold Unavailable Service Required."" warning message displayed on the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC). IPC ""Hold"" indicator illuminates on occasion. Engine Stop/Start (ESS) inoperative. NOTE: No Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) present during vehicle scans. This bulletin involves reprogramming the ABS with the latest software available." |
| 11001037 | Door Ajar Light On With Door(s) Closed. |
| 11000992 | Checking Radio Software Level On A VP2 Radio |
| 11000866 | Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Button Functions Does Not Work, Intermittent Vehicle Response When Using the RKE, Key Not Programmed |
| 11000824 | "GENERATOR Engine Prior to alternator/generator removal: 1. Inspect & check all electrical connections to the alternator a. 2-way connector containing field control circuit & alternator sense voltage circuit. b. Unplug & plug-in the 2-way connector for field & sense circuit. Verify the connection is tight & check for any bent pins in alternator connector or damage to female terminals in connector. c. Check Alternator B+ Stud connection to be sure nut is securing positive cable terminal properly (i.e. nut is clamping terminal & connection is tight). d. Check fuse between the alternator B+ stud |
NHTSA manufacturer communications (public domain)