2024 Jeep Compass
This year had at least 30% fewer 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.
75% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 39 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic emergency braking and warnings.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
The vehicle experiences severe, recurring electrical and drivetrain failures while operating at highway speeds (up to 70 MPH).
NHTSA ODI report, 20260809
Also filed under VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
The vehicle suffers from severe, persistent electrical and powertrain failures that compromise safe operation.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260717
Also filed under LANE DEPARTURE
35% of complaints: electrical system — 18 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE21% of complaints: lane departure — 11 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing blind spot detection and warning.
CRASH13% of complaints: engine — 7 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE12% of complaints: power train — 6 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
the accident occurred on [XXX] in the city of Visalia, Ca. Iâm not sure what time it was happened and any other details because Iâm not the person involved in the accident but I bought the car from a dealership located in Corona, Ca on [XXX].
NHTSA ODI report, 20251010
Also filed under AIR BAGS
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2024 Jeep Compass — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for forward collision avoidance issues (39 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (18 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for lane departure issues (11 reports on file for this year).
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FAQ
Is the 2024 Jeep Compass reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2024 Jeep Compass is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2024 Jeep Compass?
The most-reported component is forward collision avoidance, accounting for 75% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2024 Jeep Compass have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.