2015 Jeep Compass Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
BestComplaint Index
20/100
#13 most-complained of 16 Compass years
The 2015 Jeep Compass ranks 13th worst out of 16 model years, with a complaint index of 20 and 113 NHTSA complaints, giving it a 'Best' verdict compared to other Compass years. Its top problem area is the engine at 38% of complaints.
- Complaints
- 113
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes / fires
- 4 / 2
- Injuries / deaths
- 7 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 24
- 22 city / 27 hwy
Top 2015 Jeep Compass problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Engine43 (38%)
- Other29 (26%)
- Electrical System23 (20%)
- Airbags16 (14%)
- Structure & Body15 (13%)
- Brakes12 (11%)
- Transmission & Powertrain10 (9%)
- Fuel System9 (8%)
- Steering4 (4%)
- Seat Belts2 (2%)
What owners report
- Airbags failed to deploy in multiple frontal and side-impact crashes, sometimes resulting in neck injuries.
- Engine has shut down unexpectedly while driving or pulling out of a parking space, in one case accompanied by loss of steering.
- Electrical system failures caused warning lights to illuminate, power loss, inability to accelerate past 10 mph, and complete shutdown in traffic.
- Power steering return hose has rubbed against the front suspension sway bar, risking a hole that could cause loss of power steering assist and fluid spray near the exhaust.
- Structure and body complaints describe sharp-edged interior trim, such as seat rails, that can cause injury.
- Airbag warning lights repeatedly returned even after dealer replacement of the airbag.
2015 Jeep Compass recalls
1 NHTSA recall campaign list this model year.
- NHTSA 15V878000Dec 23, 2015Steering60,140 vehicles
Steering:hydraulic power assist:hose, piping, and connections
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015 Jeep Compass and Patriot vehicles manufactured January 1, 2015, to May 11, 2015. During assembly, the power steering hose retention clamp may have been installed at an incorrect location, resulting in the detachment of the low pressure return hose.
Risk: If the power steering fluid return hose detaches, it would leak fluid and increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the return power steering hose clamp, repositioning the clamp as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on February 5, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R68.
2015 Jeep Compass fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 22 MPG
- Highway
- 27 MPG
- Combined
- 24 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $2,700
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Regular
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2015 compared with other Compass years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2015 Jeep Compass reliable?
- Compared to other Compass model years, the 2015 ranks 13th worst out of 16 years tracked, with a complaint index of 20 and a 'Best' verdict. It has fewer complaints than most other Compass years.
- What are the most common problems with the 2015 Jeep Compass?
- NHTSA complaints show the engine as the top problem area, accounting for 38% of complaints, followed by the electrical system at 20% and airbags at 14%.
- Does the 2015 Jeep Compass have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists one recall for the 2015 Compass, covering the steering system, where the power steering hose retention clamp may have been installed incorrectly, allowing the hose to contact the sway bar.
- What mileage do 2015 Compass problems typically show up at?
- The median mileage at failure across all reported problems is 62,000 miles, with engine issues showing up at a median of 66,885 miles.
- How does the 2015 Compass compare to the 2014 and 2018 model years?
- The 2015 Compass performs much better than the 2014 (complaint index 87, Avoid) and 2018 (complaint index 100, Avoid), which are among the worst years for this model.