2012 Jeep Compass Fuel System Problems
NHTSA lists 44 Fuel System complaints for the 2012 Jeep Compass, 24% of all 184 complaints filed for that year, with a median failure mileage of 58,000. Two related recalls (13V120000 and 12V142000) cover fuel tank and transfer tube defects, and several owners reported parts were unavailable for the repair.
- Fuel System complaints
- 44
- 24% of 184
- Crashes reported
- 0
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Median mileage
- 58,000 mi
- Related recalls
- 2
Typical fuel system symptoms owners report
- Persistent gasoline odor inside the cabin even after a dealer visit and part replacement.
- Unexpected engine stalling at highway speeds, sometimes requiring the driver to restart the engine mid-drive.
- Inaccurate fuel gauge readings that misrepresent remaining fuel level.
- Owners notified of recall 13V120000 but unable to get the repair done because replacement parts were not available at dealers.
- Engine stalling that continued even after dealers said the vehicle was not part of the recall campaign.
When 2012 Jeep Compass fuel system complaints were filed
First complaint Jun 10, 2012, latest Mar 24, 2026.
Fuel System recalls for the 2012 Jeep Compass
- NHTSA 13V120000Apr 3, 2013Fuel System20,799 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2012 Jeep Patriot and Compass vehicles manufactured October 18, 2011, through May 7, 2012. Due to an incorrectly manufactured transfer tube, the transfer of fuel from the secondary side to the primary side of the fuel tank may be interrupted, causing the engine to stall.
Risk: If the engine stalls while driving it may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank transfer tube free of charge. An interim letter was mailed to owners on May 30, 2013. Owners were notified by Chrysler on July 19, 2013, that parts are now available. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N17.
- NHTSA 12V142000Apr 3, 2012Fuel System1,689 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2012 jeep patriot and compass vehicles manufactured from december 17, 2011, through january 2, 2012. Some vehicles may have been built with a fuel tank assembly containing a damaged roll-over valve.
Risk: In the event of an impact or roll-over, fuel leakage could occur, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about may 25, 2012. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Fuel System complaints by Compass model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How many fuel system complaints does the 2012 Jeep Compass have?
- NHTSA lists 44 Fuel System complaints for the 2012 Jeep Compass, which is 24% of the 184 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a fuel system recall for the 2012 Jeep Compass?
- Yes. Recall 13V120000 covers a defective fuel tank transfer tube and recall 12V142000 covers a damaged fuel tank assembly, both affecting 2012 Compass vehicles.
- At what mileage do fuel system problems show up on the 2012 Jeep Compass?
- NHTSA data shows a median failure mileage of 58,000 for fuel system complaints on this model year.
- Were there fires or injuries linked to the fuel system complaints?
- NHTSA records show 0 fires, 0 crashes, and 0 injuries associated with these fuel system complaints.
- Did owners report trouble getting the fuel system recall fixed?
- Yes, multiple complaints describe dealers stating that replacement parts for recall 13V120000 were not available, delaying repairs.