2011 Jeep Compass
This year had 30% to 100% more complaints than this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2007 | 259 |
| 2008 | 93 |
| 2009 | 44 |
| 2010 | 71 |
| 2011 | 187 |
| 2012 | 184 |
| 2013 | 80 |
| 2014 | 306 |
| 2015 | 113 |
| 2016 | 292 |
| 2017 | 228 |
| 2018 | 936 |
| 2019 | 329 |
| 2020 | 139 |
| 2021 | 79 |
| 2022 | 221 |
| 2023 | 45 |
| 2024 | 52 |
| 2025 | 24 |
| 2026 | 3 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
20% of complaints: power train — 38 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic transmission.
16% of complaints: engine — 30 distinct reports on file.
FIRE14% of complaints: suspension — 26 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
MY WIFE AND I JUST EXITED THE HIGHWAY WHERE WE WERE TRAVELING 70 MPH (RT 75 SOUTH TENNESSEE). WE CAME TO A STOP LIGHT THAT WAS RED AND APPLIED THE BRAKES. WE HEARD A LOAD SOUND FROM THE RIGHT FRONT WHEEL AND THE WHEEL PULLED FROM MY HANDS.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180411
2011 Jeep Compass with 62,000 miles on it the subframes rod about the wheel almost fell off the arm that holds the wheel fell off the rear frame and that could have caused the real big accident accident would have lost control of the vehicle and...
NHTSA ODI report, 20230909
Also filed under WHEELS
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 JEEP COMPASS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE STEERING WHEEL WOULD PULL HARD TOWARD THE RIGHT WHEN DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTICS.
NHTSA ODI report, 20110613
Also filed under STEERING
12% of complaints: structure — 23 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing body and frame and members.
CRASH FIREShow complaint excerpts
THE EXHAUST HANGER ALLOWED THE EXHAUST TO SHIFT UP INTO THE BUMPER CAUSING THE REAR BUMPER TO MELT/BURN. MY FAMILY'S LIVES WERE PUT IN DANGER AND MY BUMPER WAS RUINED BECAUSE OF THIS ENGINEERING DEFECT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20121108
Also filed under ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The rear subframe and suspension are rusted. I have been hearing a rattling sound for the past couple of weeks, especially when driving over bumps.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240206
11% of complaints: electrical system — 20 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing horn.
FIRESAFETY TIMELINE
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011DODGE JOURNEY, JEEP WRANGLER, CHRYSLER 200, CHRYSLER 200 CONVERTIBLE, DODGE AVENGER, DODGE NITRO, JEEP LIBERTY, DODGE CALIBER, JEEP COMPASS, JEEP PATRIOT,
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT FOR RIVET PRESENCE AND ALIGNMENT AND REPAIR THE STEERING COLUMN PIVOT AS REQUIRED, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 4, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-
Campaign 11V315000 — check if this car was fixed
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Jeep Compass and Patriot vehicles manufactured May 6, 2008, through July 20, 2012. The affected vehicles have a software error
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will correct the software free of charge. The recall began June 21, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall number is N01.
Campaign 13V233000 — check if this car was fixed
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chrysler 200, 2010 Chrysler Sebring, 2010-2012 Dodge Caliber and 2010-2014 Jeep Patriot, Compass and Dodge Avenger vehicles.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the OCR, free of charge. Interim letters informing owners that parts are not available yet were mailed on October 26, 2016. The recall began on August 15, 2017.
Campaign 16V668000 — check if this car was fixed
Active Head Rest Inadvertent Deployment
Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2011 Jeep Compass — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for power train issues (38 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (30 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (26 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 11V315000 (steering) has been completed.
- Verify recall 13V233000 (air bags, electrical system, seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 16V668000 (air bags, seat belts) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2011 Jeep Compass reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2011 Jeep Compass is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Jeep Compass?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 20% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2011 Jeep Compass have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.