How many transmission complaints does the 2011 Jeep Compass have?

NHTSA lists 37 transmission & powertrain complaints for the 2011 Compass, which is 20% of the 187 total complaints filed for that model year.

At what mileage do 2011 Jeep Compass transmission problems usually appear?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 73,000 miles.

Is there a recall for the 2011 Jeep Compass transmission?

No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2011 Compass.

Did the 2011 Jeep Compass transmission issues cause crashes or fires?

NHTSA data shows 0 crashes and 0 fires linked to these complaints, and 0 injuries were reported.

How does 2011 compare to other Compass years for transmission complaints?

The 2011 Compass had 37 transmission & powertrain complaints (20% share); by comparison 2018 had 151 complaints but a 16% share, and 2013 had 27 complaints at a 34% share.

2011 Jeep Compass Transmission & Powertrain Problems

NHTSA lists 37 transmission & powertrain complaints for the 2011 Jeep Compass, 20% of its 187 total complaints for the year. Owners reported stalling, failure to shift, overheating, and rollaway from park at a median 73,000 miles. No related recalls are listed.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 37; 20% of 187
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 73,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

Vehicle stalls or loses power unexpectedly at low speed, including within the first miles of ownership.
Automatic transmission fails to shift between gears, whining and straining as RPM climbs without engaging.
Transmission overheats on sustained highway driving, triggering a warning light and forced slowdown until the vehicle cools.
Vehicle vibrates and makes a loud rumbling noise while stopped in drive, felt through the steering wheel and brake pedal.
Transmission rolls backward unexpectedly after being placed in park or while parked on an incline.
Manual transmission throwout bearing and clutch plate wear out, described by an owner as a common issue on Jeep manual transmissions.

When 2011 Jeep Compass transmission complaints were filed

First complaint Jun 13, 2011, latest Feb 7, 2026.

37 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jun 2011 to Feb 2026; peak Sep 2015 (3).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2011 Jeep Compass

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints by Compass model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

20104 (6%)
201137 (20%)
201226 (14%)
201327 (34%)
201435 (11%)
201510 (9%)
201644 (15%)
201742 (18%)
2018151 (16%)
201937 (11%)
202028 (20%)
20219 (11%)
202219 (9%)
20236 (13%)
20246 (12%)
20251 (4%)

Frequently asked questions

How many transmission complaints does the 2011 Jeep Compass have?: NHTSA lists 37 transmission & powertrain complaints for the 2011 Compass, which is 20% of the 187 total complaints filed for that model year.
At what mileage do 2011 Jeep Compass transmission problems usually appear?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 73,000 miles.
Is there a recall for the 2011 Jeep Compass transmission?: No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2011 Compass.
Did the 2011 Jeep Compass transmission issues cause crashes or fires?: NHTSA data shows 0 crashes and 0 fires linked to these complaints, and 0 injuries were reported.
How does 2011 compare to other Compass years for transmission complaints?: The 2011 Compass had 37 transmission & powertrain complaints (20% share); by comparison 2018 had 151 complaints but a 16% share, and 2013 had 27 complaints at a 34% share.