Problems owners report
Complaints filed with NHTSA about the 2022 Jeep Compass, by the system named in each complaint. One complaint can name several.
- Electrical system104
- Exterior lighting50
- Forward collision avoidance46
- Unknown or other39
- Engine37
- Lane departure22
- Power train19
- Steering13
- Service brakes12
- Vehicle speed control5
NHTSA ODI complaints (public domain) · updated 23 Oct 2026 · 6 injuries and 0 deaths reported
Compared with other years
NHTSA ODI complaints by model year
Fatal crashes in the US
From 2020 to 2023, 15 2022 Compass vehicles were involved in crashes on US public roads in which someone died; 10 people died inside them, and 2 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 2022 Jeep Compass failed the safety check 0.87% of the time — 2% more often than the average 2022 passenger car (0.85%). Median odometer at inspection: 13,187 miles.
NY DMV Vehicle Inspections (vezn-fmmk), initial inspections since Aug 2021 · how we count
Registered new in Europe in 2022
44,787 new Jeep Compass cars were registered in the EU, Norway and Iceland in 2022; the largest markets were Italy (21,322), Germany (9,892), Spain (3,635).
- Average mass
- 1,771 kg
- Average CO₂
- 90 g/km (WLTP)
- Average power
- 108 kW
- Fuel type recorded
- Petrol/electric 55% · Petrol 23% · Diesel 22%
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
12,589 Jeep Compass cars first registered in Europe in 2022 report their fuel use through the on-board meter. Diesel versions use 6.3 l/100 km on the road against 5.2 in the WLTP test (+21%).
| Fuel | Vehicles | On the road | WLTP | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 1,307 | 8.2 | 6.9 | +19% |
| Petrol hybrid | 1,286 | 6.8 | 5.8 | +17% |
| Diesel | 4,316 | 6.3 | 5.2 | +21% |
| Plug-in hybrid | 5,361 | 6.6 | 2.0 | +234% |
| Diesel van | 319 | 6.5 | 5.2 | +25% |
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 2022 Jeep Compass cars on Dutch roads are the 1.3 hybrid (132 kW, 177 hp), 1.3 hybrid (96 kW, 129 hp) and 1.5 hybrid (96 kW, 129 hp), out of 4 versions with at least 20 cars.
| Engine | Power | Cars |
|---|---|---|
| 1.3 hybrid | 132 kW 177 hp | 1,708 |
| 1.3 hybrid | 96 kW 129 hp | 271 |
| 1.5 hybrid | 96 kW 129 hp | 69 |
| 1.3 petrol | 110 kW 148 hp | 58 |
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
2,129 first registered in 2022 are on Dutch roads; 82% arrived later as imports. Median list price when new: €52,279.
Most common APK defects
- Bandenspanning niet op juiste waarde268
- Band onvoldoende profiel223
- Ruitenwisserinstallatie geeft onvoldoende zicht103
- Dimlicht onjuist afgesteld90
- Band(en) aanwezig met een profieldiepte van 1,6 t/m 2,5 mm81
- Band beschadigd51
- Stadslicht werkt niet (goed)19
- Remschijf ernstig gecorrodeerd18
Colours
RDW Open Data: registered vehicles and APK defects (CC0) · defect descriptions in the RDW's Dutch wording
In the United Kingdom
1,214 cars built in 2022 were licensed for the road at the end of 2025, and 29 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 New Zealand
73 2022 cars are on the New Zealand register; 1% 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 Jeep Compass SUV AWD | ★★★★☆ | 20.4 % |
| 2022 Jeep Compass SUV FWD | ★★★★☆ | 20.4 % |
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
- Forward collision warning
- No
- 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
5 Transport Canada recalls for the 2022 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… |
| 2024338 13 Jun 2024 | Visual System Issue: On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the rearview camera image not to appear on the display. Canadian regulations require the rearview i… |
| 2023457 14 Aug 2023 | Lights And Instruments Issue: On certain vehicles, a software problem in the body control module (BCM) could cause the backlight for the instrument cluster display not to work correc… |
| 2022187 14 Apr 2022 | Seats And Restraints Issue: On a small number of vehicles, the head restraints on the front seats may not have been properly welded. As a result, a head restraint could move or de… |
| 2022006 13 Jan 2022 | Label Issue: On certain vehicles, the airbag warning label on the passenger-side sun visor does not have both English and French text. Canadian regulations require … |
Transport Canada Vehicle Recalls Database · Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada
Recalls
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."
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 2022 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." |
| 11010780 | "Flash: Driver Assistant System Module (DASM) Updates The customer may comment on the following: **The forward collision warning (FCW) system seems overly sensitive, braking and warning the driver well before they believe it is needed.** **This bulletin involves reprogramming of the DASM to software R13**. " |
| 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 |
| 11010500 | "Forward Collision Warning (FCW) Unavailable Service Required message or a Service Active Lane Management Warning Light ON'" |
| 11010475 | "Flash: Body Control Module (BCM) Updates Customers may experience the following: The Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) auto-dimming does not work correctly. ICP stays in night mode when vehicle is in direct sunlight. This bulletin involves updating the BCM with the latest available software." |
| 11008752 | "Rear Windshield Wipers Operate Continuously 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): U1046-00 - LIN 4 Bus. U0140-00 - Lost Communication With Body Control Module. U121E-00 - Lost Communication With Steering Wheel Cruise Control Switch. Customers may also comment on one or more of the following: Rear windshield wipers will continue to operate after the windshield wiper switch is turned to OFF. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) is flashing. The front w |
| 11008145 | Door Ajar Light On With Door(s) Closed. |
| 11007970 | Snap Noise From Manual Front Seat While Adjusting Or Moving Seat Track. |
| 11007954 | Battery Drain Suspected or "Identified" From USB or Media Hub |
| 11006878 | RECEIVER - HUB |
| 11006855 | LINE - RECIRCULATION |
| 11006795 | Universal garage door opener Before replacing the Universal Garage Door (UGDO), please follow these steps: 1. Press 1 and 3 button (outside buttons) in the same time. 2. Keep them pushed for approximately 20 seconds until de LED starts to flash rapidly (Warning: If you keep pressing the HOMELINK passed the 20s, the UGDO will be blocked). (Do not repeat this steps to program the other two buttons) HomeLink feedback is located above the HomeLink button 2. An LED light will illuminate to indicate programming status |
| 11006627 | "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." |
| 11006572 | Universal garage door opener Before replacing the Universal Garage Door (UGDO), please follow these steps: 1. Press 1 and 3 button (outside buttons) in the same time. 2. Keep them pushed for approximately 20 seconds until de LED starts to flash rapidly (Warning: If you keep pressing the HOMELINK passed the 20s, the UGDO will be blocked). (Do not repeat this steps to program the other two buttons) HomeLink feedback is located above the HomeLink button 2. An LED light will illuminate to indicate programming status |
| 11006255 | "Flash: Park Assist Module (PAM) Updates Customers may experience the following: False front park assist warning when no obstacle present in front of vehicle. This bulletin involves reprogramming the PAM 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." |
| 11006210 | "Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates 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): P1D3E - Central De Controle De Injeo (ECM) - Monitoramento Interno 1 - Falha Interna No Sistema. P1D40 - Central De Controle De Injeo (ECM) - Monitoramento Interno 3 - Falha Eletrnica Interna." |
| 11005700 | "Radio Over The Air Update to T27.46 Software Version Customers may also experience one or more of the following: Navigation signal drops out. Maps not loading on the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) display. Cannot change satellite stations, display shows one station on screen but is playing another. Battery drain. A Black screen after clicking accept at start up (Rearview camera functions normally). Radio resets (Rearview camera functions normally). Wireless connectivity disconnecting. CarPlay icon does not appear in device manager. Audio disruptions. SXMT inoperative. Audio mute. P |
| 11005692 | "Radio USB Update to R47.03.26 Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find that one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) have been set: B15A1-00 - Media Port 1 Connection. B15A2-00 - Media Port 2 Connection. B15A3-00 - Media Port 3 Connection. B15A4-00 - Media Port 4 Connection. The customer may also describe one of more of the following: **Tune knob does not move the scroll bar in Device Managers phone setting menu. Tune knob does not move the scroll bar in the Apps Drawer. Rejected inc |
| 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." |
NHTSA manufacturer communications (public domain)