How many transmission complaints does the 2016 Jeep Compass have?

NHTSA lists 44 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2016 Compass, making up 15% of all complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a transmission recall for the 2016 Jeep Compass?

No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for this component on the 2016 Compass.

At what mileage do 2016 Jeep Compass transmission problems usually start?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this component is 55,000 miles.

What transmission symptoms do 2016 Compass owners report?

Owners describe sluggish acceleration, erratic or slipping shifts, sudden stalling in traffic, temporary loss of power on the highway, and in one case complete transmission failure with grinding noises.

Were there any crashes or injuries linked to these transmission complaints?

NHTSA data shows 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries reported among the 44 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2016 Compass.

2016 Jeep Compass Transmission & Powertrain Problems

NHTSA lists 44 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2016 Jeep Compass, 15% of all complaints filed for that year, with a median failure mileage of 55,000. No related recalls are on file for this component.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 44; 15% of 293
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 55,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

Owners report the vehicle becoming sluggish or stuck in a high gear, with the engine revving up without matching acceleration.
Multiple owners describe transmission slipping or erratic shifting that comes and goes, sometimes worsening over time.
Several complaints describe sudden stalling while driving, at various speeds, sometimes with the traction control light coming on and the vehicle refusing to restart for several minutes.
Owners report a temporary loss of acceleration on the highway, with power steering and other functions still working but the speedometer dropping unexpectedly.
One owner described complete transmission failure with grinding noises and inability to shift into any gear.
A whomp-whomp noise from the rear at highway speeds was traced by a dealership to a rear hub bearing.

When 2016 Jeep Compass transmission complaints were filed

First complaint Mar 30, 2016, latest Aug 16, 2026.

44 complaints filed with NHTSA from Mar 2016 to Aug 2026; peak Apr 2019 (3).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2016 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.

200729 (11%)
200812 (13%)
20094 (9%)
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 2016 Jeep Compass have?: NHTSA lists 44 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2016 Compass, making up 15% of all complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a transmission recall for the 2016 Jeep Compass?: No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for this component on the 2016 Compass.
At what mileage do 2016 Jeep Compass transmission problems usually start?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this component is 55,000 miles.
What transmission symptoms do 2016 Compass owners report?: Owners describe sluggish acceleration, erratic or slipping shifts, sudden stalling in traffic, temporary loss of power on the highway, and in one case complete transmission failure with grinding noises.
Were there any crashes or injuries linked to these transmission complaints?: NHTSA data shows 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries reported among the 44 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2016 Compass.