2022 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
- 221
- Recalls
- 4
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Electrical system
Campaigns on file for 2022
None on file
46% of complaints
Complaints per year
2022: 221 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.
Electrical system
46% · 102 reportsMost commonly citing instrument cluster/panel and starter assembly.
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There have been multiple instances where the engine has locked up in the middle of me driving (usually at stop lights) where the only fix is to completely shut the car off and on again which has resulted in me almost being in an accident.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-31
Also filed under Engine
automatic start-stop system causing actual engine stalls instead of a smooth restart is commonly triggered by failing auxiliary/main batteries, a dirty throttle body, or faulty charging sensors It has stalled on highway in stand still traffic.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-27
Also filed under Engine
Forward collision avoidance
29% · 63 reportsMost commonly citing automatic emergency braking and warnings.
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since new collision avoidance/other safety features will just shut off was in for service several times to correct problem finally jeep got involved for latest software update 4 days later system failed again set up another appt with jeep/dealer...
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-02-24
Exterior lighting
23% · 50 reportsMost commonly citing headlights.
Engine
16% · 36 reportsLane departure
13% · 28 reportsMost commonly citing blind spot detection and assist.
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Several incidents with the screen/safety features. Have had it in for service several times and it is either stated that it needed an update or nothing was found to be wrong. Two times the radio was replaced.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-06-11
Safety timeline
4 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2022Complaint volume 221 complaints filed for this model year.
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2022-06-03Seats22V248000 Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Jeep Compass vehicles. The front seat head restraints were not welded properly.
Remedy: Dealers will replace both front seat head restraints, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 3, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Z36.
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2023-03-30Electrical system23V058000 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.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the windshield and headlamp switch, add a light sensor module, and add a wiring jumper harness to allow the instrument panel center cluster display backlighting to function correctly, free of charge.
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2023-08-29Electrical system23V576000 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).
Remedy: Dealers will update the body control module (BCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 29, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 88A.
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2024-07-09Back over prevention24V436000 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...
Remedy: Dealers will update the radio software or the software will be OTA, "Over-The-Air," free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning July 9, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
Buy-smart checklist
2022 Jeep Compass — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 102 reports on file for this year.
- Forward collision avoidance: 63 reports on file for this year.
- Exterior lighting: 50 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 22V248000 · Seats
- Recall 23V058000 · Electrical system
- Recall 23V576000 · Electrical system
- Recall 24V436000 · Back over prevention
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- Is the 2022 Jeep Compass reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2022 Jeep Compass is rated "worse than typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2022 Jeep Compass?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 46% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2022 Jeep Compass have?
- 4 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.