Problems owners report
Complaints filed with NHTSA about the 2024 Jeep Compass, by the system named in each complaint. One complaint can name several.
- Forward collision avoidance25
- Electrical system18
- Lane departure9
- Unknown or other8
- Engine7
- Power train6
- Service brakes6
- Air bags4
- Vehicle speed control3
- Exterior lighting3
NHTSA ODI complaints (public domain) · updated 23 Oct 2026 · 3 injuries and 0 deaths reported
Compared with other years
NHTSA ODI complaints by model year
New York safety inspections
At its first New York inspection the 2024 Jeep Compass failed the safety check 0.49% of the time — 8% less often than the average 2024 passenger car (0.53%). Median odometer at inspection: 6,429 miles.
NY DMV Vehicle Inspections (vezn-fmmk), initial inspections since Aug 2021 · how we count
Real-world fuel consumption
2,649 Jeep Compass cars first registered in Europe in 2024 report their fuel use through the on-board meter. Petrol hybrid versions use 6.7 l/100 km on the road against 5.7 in the WLTP test (+18%).
| Fuel | Cars | On the road | WLTP | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol hybrid | 1,147 | 6.7 | 5.7 | +18% |
| Diesel | 846 | 6.1 | 5.4 | +14% |
| Plug-in hybrid | 656 | 6.5 | 1.9 | +242% |
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 2024 Jeep Compass cars on Dutch roads are the 1.5 hybrid (96 kW, 129 hp), 1.3 hybrid (132 kW, 177 hp) and 1.3 hybrid (96 kW, 129 hp).
| Engine | Power | Cars |
|---|---|---|
| 1.5 hybrid | 96 kW 129 hp | 201 |
| 1.3 hybrid | 132 kW 177 hp | 148 |
| 1.3 hybrid | 96 kW 129 hp | 83 |
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
432 first registered in 2024 are on Dutch roads; 38% arrived later as imports. Median list price when new: €48,389.
Colours
RDW Open Data: registered vehicles and APK defects (CC0) · defect descriptions in the RDW's Dutch wording
In the United Kingdom
958 cars built in 2024 were licensed for the road at the end of 2025, and 12 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
12 2024 cars are on the New Zealand register.
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi, Motor Vehicle Register (March 2026) · CC BY 4.0
Crash-test ratings
NHTSA 5-star results for 1 variant; 0 of 1 rated variants score five stars overall. Rollover risk is the estimated chance of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Variant | Overall | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 Jeep Compass SUV AWD | ★★★★☆ | 20.4 % |
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
- Forward collision warning
- Standard
- Lane departure warning
- Standard
- Best overall rating
- 4 / 5
NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), api.nhtsa.gov · US federal work, public domain
Recalls
No recall campaigns cover the 2024 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 2024 Jeep Compass: known faults, fixes and updates.
| Bulletin | Summary |
|---|---|
| 11011932 | "Pedestrian Emergency Braking (PEB) Radio Menu Inoperative Customers may comment on one or more of the following: Forward Collision Warning (FCW) radio menu option does not work. PEB radio menu option does not work. This bulletin involves replacing the radio and performing a PROXI configuration alignment." |
| 11011923 | "Seatback Not Torqued Properly Customers may experience the following: Loose seatback on the passenger front seat. This bulletin involves removing the passenger seat and tightening the fasteners that join the seatback to the seat" |
| 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 |
| 11011915 | "Noise From Steering Wheel While Turning Customers may comment on the following: Noise when turning the steering wheel. This bulletin involves inspecting the steering wheel operation for a noise while turning and, if noisy, repositioning the steering wheel wire harness." |
| 11011893 | "Noise From Steering Wheel While Turning Customers may comment on the following: Noise when turning the steering wheel. This bulletin involves inspecting the steering wheel operation for a noise while turning and, if noisy, repositioning the steering wheel wire harness." |
| 11011153 | LABEL - AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM |
| 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" |
| 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 |
| 11010503 | Unexpected Operation of the ICE (Internal Combustion Engine) Instead of Electric Operation |
| 11010500 | "Forward Collision Warning (FCW) Unavailable Service Required message or a Service Active Lane Management Warning Light ON'" |
| 11010214 | FCA Caribbean Warranty Operations Newsletter Volume 10, Issue 10 |
| 11010211 | Warranty Operations Newsletter Volume 10, Issue 10 |
| 11009767 | Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) Displays Warning Lamps or Messages for Loss of Advanced Driver Assist System (ADAS) |
| 11009542 | MODULE Steering Control Before replacing the steering column control module (SCCM) due to front or rear windshield wiper operation / blindspot inop / lane assistant inop/ DTC B178F-15 active, please follow these steps: 1.- Refer to TSB-08-219-24 MP - Rear Windshield Wipers Operate Continuously and TSB 08-136-24 REV. A - Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Module Update. 2.- Verify if failure is still present (review wipers, turn signal, blindspot and lane assistant status) and if DTCs still active. 3.- If failure still present, make sure all the switches' and airbag's harness are properly connected |
| 11008912 | "Multiple Systems Repair Bundle Campaign Customers may experience one or more of the following: Sunvisor lamp does not function. Air Conditioning is not cooling. No sound from the radio when in navigation mode. This bulletin involves performing multiple inspections based on the listed Customer Symptoms and possibly performing the associated Repair Procedure Operations." |
| 11008755 | "Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must exhibit/set the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC): P2002 - Diesel Particulate Filter Flow Resistance Monitoring Too High Level 2 Component Or System Operation Obstructed Or Blocked. Customers may also comment on the following: Vehicle will go to limp-in mode. This bulletin involves inspecting and possibly reprogramming the PCM 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 |
| 11008748 | "Radio Over The Air Update from U31.42 to U33.43 Software Version (FOTA) Customers may experience one or more of the following: Unable to select the Turn by Turn Navigation. Blank performance pages (Rearview Camera (RVC) functions normally). Android Auto Voice Recognition (VR) inoperative. Media Tuner delayed. Charge Schedule not accepting updates via phone (RVC functions normally). Ambient light inoperative. Map in Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) inoperative. Media Widget blank. Navigation Map black. Off-Road Pages inoperative (RVC functions normally). VR inoperative. Incorrect son |
| 11008308 | Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Reduced Range, Remote Start Inoperative, Multiple Keyless-Go Push Attempts to Start, Key Not Detected message, Tire Pressure Warning Lamp On |
| 11008220 | "Crank Gear Flange Dislocation Customers may experience one or more of the following: Vehicle does not start due to crank gear flanged dislocated. Abnormal noise from the engine compartment. Noise from the timing cover area. This bulletin involves inspecting the timing belt position and possibly replacing the timing belt **and tensioner assemblies**." |
| 11008195 | "Thermostat Stuck Open Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must exhibit/set the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC): P0128-00 - Termostato Eltrico - Racionalidade. Customers may also comment on one or more of the following: The vehicle does not have heat inside the cabin. The engine is running cold This bulletin involves replacing the thermostat." |
| 11008145 | Door Ajar Light On With Door(s) Closed. |
| 11007970 | Snap Noise From Manual Front Seat While Adjusting Or Moving Seat Track. |
NHTSA manufacturer communications (public domain)