How many airbag complaints does NHTSA have for the 2013 Jeep Compass?

NHTSA lists 16 airbag complaints for the 2013 Jeep Compass, which is 20% of the 80 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there an airbag recall for the 2013 Jeep Compass?

Yes. Recall campaign 16V668000, reported September 15, 2016, covers the Occupant Restraint Control airbag system; the remedy is a free OCR replacement by dealers.

Did the airbag problems cause crashes or injuries?

Owner complaints in this area report 4 crashes, 2 fires, and 3 injuries, with a median failure mileage of 28,000 miles.

Were there complaints about the recall repair itself?

Multiple owners reported that after receiving the 16V668000 recall notice, dealers had no replacement parts available, delaying the airbag and seat belt repair.

2013 Jeep Compass Airbags Problems

NHTSA lists 16 airbag complaints for the 2013 Jeep Compass, 20% of that year's 80 total complaints. The airbag failures are tied to recall 16V668000, and owners report crashes, fires, and injuries at a median failure mileage of 28,000.

Airbags complaints: 16; 20% of 80
Crashes reported: 4
Fires reported: 2
Injuries reported: 3
Median mileage: 28,000 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical airbag symptoms owners report

Owners report front airbags failing to deploy during moderate-speed crashes, including rollovers.
Some owners describe a driver-side airbag deploying and then catching fire during a low-speed collision, causing burns.
Several owners report a separate underhood fire while driving, unrelated to a collision, with flames seen near the engine bay.
Multiple owners state they received recall notice 16V668000 for airbags and seat belts but could not get the repair done because replacement parts were unavailable for an extended period.
One owner reports the vehicle was rear-ended and the airbags failed to deploy, with the vehicle later declared a total loss.

When 2013 Jeep Compass airbag complaints were filed

First complaint May 16, 2013, latest Mar 10, 2020.

16 complaints filed with NHTSA from May 2013 to Mar 2020; peak Nov 2016 (3).

Airbags recalls for the 2013 Jeep Compass

NHTSA 16V668000Sep 15, 2016Airbags1,435,625 vehicles
Air bags
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chrysler 200, 2010 Chrysler Sebring, 2010-2012 Dodge Caliber and 2010-2014 Jeep Patriot, Compass and Dodge Avenger vehicles. The Occupant Restraint Control (OCR) module may short circuit, preventing the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags from deploying in the event of a crash.
Risk: If the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a vehicle crash that necessitates deployment of these safety systems.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the OCR, free of charge. Interim letters informing owners that parts are not available yet were mailed on October 26, 2016. The recall began on August 15, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S61.

Airbags complaints by Compass model year

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

201018 (25%)
201117 (9%)
201228 (15%)
201316 (20%)
201491 (30%)
201516 (14%)
201613 (4%)
201710 (4%)
201822 (2%)
201910 (3%)
20202 (1%)
20212 (3%)
20224 (2%)
20232 (4%)
20244 (8%)
20253 (12%)

Frequently asked questions

How many airbag complaints does NHTSA have for the 2013 Jeep Compass?: NHTSA lists 16 airbag complaints for the 2013 Jeep Compass, which is 20% of the 80 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there an airbag recall for the 2013 Jeep Compass?: Yes. Recall campaign 16V668000, reported September 15, 2016, covers the Occupant Restraint Control airbag system; the remedy is a free OCR replacement by dealers.
Did the airbag problems cause crashes or injuries?: Owner complaints in this area report 4 crashes, 2 fires, and 3 injuries, with a median failure mileage of 28,000 miles.
Were there complaints about the recall repair itself?: Multiple owners reported that after receiving the 16V668000 recall notice, dealers had no replacement parts available, delaying the airbag and seat belt repair.