2016 Jeep Compass
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.
- Complaints
- 292
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 4
- Top problem
- Engine
Campaigns on file for 2016
Opened by NHTSA
46% of complaints
Complaints per year
2016: 292 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2007 | 259 |
| 2008 | 93 |
| 2009 | 44 |
| 2010 | 71 |
| 2011 | 188 |
| 2012 | 184 |
| 2013 | 80 |
| 2014 | 307 |
| 2015 | 113 |
| 2016 | 292 |
| 2017 | 229 |
| 2018 | 941 |
| 2019 | 330 |
| 2020 | 141 |
| 2021 | 79 |
| 2022 | 221 |
| 2023 | 46 |
| 2024 | 52 |
| 2025 | 26 |
| 2026 | 4 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Engine
46% · 135 reportsShow complaint excerpts
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, 2023-09-25
Electrical system
21% · 62 reportsMost commonly citing wiring.
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Car stalls turns off by itself could be at red lights or even while driving twice already!! Needs to be recalled as well and repaired pls repairs cost thousands!!! Not safe!!
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-16
Power train
15% · 44 reportsVehicle speed control
10% · 30 reportsEngine and engine cooling
9% · 25 reportsMost commonly citing catalytic convertor and crank/camshaft position sensor.
Show complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2016 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-31
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, 2023-09-19
Safety timeline
1 recall · 4 investigations · oldest first
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2016Complaint volume 292 complaints filed for this model year.
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2017-02-08Engine and engine cooling16V907000 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.
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2019-04-19Engineering analysisClosed 2024-09-19 Electrical overstress
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2019-09-09Preliminary evaluationClosed 2026-02-25 Active Head Rest Inadvertent Deployment
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2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
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2022-07-22Recall queryClosed 2025-06-16 Stall from Crankshaft\Camshaft Failure
Buy-smart checklist
2016 Jeep Compass — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine: 135 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 62 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 44 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 16V907000 · Engine and engine cooling
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- 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 46% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2016 Jeep Compass have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.