MYRModel Year Report

2016 Jeep Compass

■ Significantly worse — known issue year
2016 Jeep Compass
BUILT 2026-08-02

This year had more than double the complaints of 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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Jeep Compass Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2016 highlighted. 2007: 259 complaints 2007 2008: 93 complaints 2009: 44 complaints 2010: 71 complaints 2010 2011: 187 complaints 2012: 183 complaints 2013: 80 complaints 2013 2014: 306 complaints 2015: 113 complaints 2016: 286 complaints 2016 2017: 228 complaints 2018: 927 complaints 2019: 322 complaints 2019 2020: 136 complaints 2021: 76 complaints 2022: 217 complaints 2022 2023: 45 complaints 2024: 49 complaints 2025: 20 complaints 2025 2026: 1 complaints 2026
2016: 286 complaints
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YearComplaints
2007259
200893
200944
201071
2011187
2012183
201380
2014306
2015113
2016286
2017228
2018927
2019322
2020136
202176
2022217
202345
202449
202520
20261

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

ENGINE 47%

47% of complaints: engine — 134 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
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The vehicle stalls while driving. Completely shuts down and locks up the steering wheel and causes dangerous circumstances. Also, turns off at times while stopped. Can happen at all speeds.

NHTSA ODI report, 20230925

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 21%

21% of complaints: electrical system — 59 distinct reports on file.

POWER TRAIN 15%

15% of complaints: power train — 43 distinct reports on file.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 10%

10% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 30 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 7%

7% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 21 distinct reports on file.

Show complaint excerpts

The contact owns a 2016 Jeep Compass. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. After restarting the vehicle, the vehicle seemed to return to normal functionality.

NHTSA ODI report, 20230919

SAFETY TIMELINE

▮ 2016 — complaint volume: 286
R 20170208 — engine and engine cooling

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Dodge Journey, Jeep Compass, and Jeep Patriot vehicles manufactured May 9, 2016, to July 15, 2016.

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the crankshaft or camshaft sensor connector, free of charge. The recall began February 8, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.

Campaign 16V907000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20190419 — EA (closed 20240919)

Electrical overstress

I 20190909 — PE (closed 20260225)

Active Head Rest Inadvertent Deployment

I 20210917 — EA (open)

Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture

I 20220722 — RQ (closed 20250616)

Stall from Crankshaft\Camshaft Failure

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2016 Jeep Compass — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine issues (134 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (59 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (43 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 16V907000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2009 ▲ 2023 ▲ 2024

WORST YEARS

■ 2018 ■ 2019 ■ 2014

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FAQ

Is the 2016 Jeep Compass reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2016 Jeep Compass is rated "significantly worse".

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Jeep Compass?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 47% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2016 Jeep Compass have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.