How common are engine problems in the 2017 Jeep Compass?

Engine complaints account for 77 of the 229 total complaints filed for the 2017 Compass with NHTSA, or 34% of all complaints for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2017 Jeep Compass engine stalling issue?

NHTSA lists no related recalls tied to this engine complaint category for the 2017 Compass.

At what mileage do 2017 Jeep Compass engine problems usually occur?

The median mileage at failure reported in these complaints is 29,000 miles.

Did the 2017 Jeep Compass engine issue cause any crashes or injuries?

NHTSA data tied to this engine complaint category shows 1 crash and 0 injuries or fires reported.

How does the 2017 Jeep Compass compare to other years for engine complaints?

Engine complaints made up 34% of total complaints in 2017, lower than the 59% share seen in 2016 and 2020, and well below the 52% share in 2018.

2017 Jeep Compass Engine Problems

Engine complaints make up 34% of all 2017 Jeep Compass complaints filed with NHTSA (77 of 229), typically around 29,000 miles. No related recalls are listed for this issue.

Engine complaints: 77; 34% of 229
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 29,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical engine symptoms owners report

Owners report sudden engine stalling while driving, sometimes at highway speeds, with loss of power steering and brakes until the engine restarts.
Several owners describe the low oil indicator coming on with little or no oil showing on the dipstick, followed by the engine shutting off in an intersection or while turning.
Some owners report the auto stop/start feature failing to restart the engine after it shuts off at a stop, leaving the vehicle stalled in traffic or an intersection.
One owner reported a low oil pressure warning followed by the engine shutting down while rounding a curve, then stalling again and causing a rear-end crash.
Owners also report the engine sputtering and shutting off around 45 to 50 mph, sometimes restarting after several attempts.

When 2017 Jeep Compass engine complaints were filed

First complaint Jul 17, 2017, latest Feb 3, 2026.

77 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jul 2017 to Feb 2026; peak Oct 2019 (5).

Engine recalls for the 2017 Jeep Compass

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Engine complaints by Compass model year

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

201011 (15%)
201151 (27%)
201245 (24%)
201314 (18%)
2014116 (38%)
201543 (38%)
2016174 (59%)
201777 (34%)
2018492 (52%)
2019169 (51%)
202083 (59%)
202124 (30%)
202241 (18%)
202310 (22%)
20249 (17%)
20254 (15%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are engine problems in the 2017 Jeep Compass?: Engine complaints account for 77 of the 229 total complaints filed for the 2017 Compass with NHTSA, or 34% of all complaints for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2017 Jeep Compass engine stalling issue?: NHTSA lists no related recalls tied to this engine complaint category for the 2017 Compass.
At what mileage do 2017 Jeep Compass engine problems usually occur?: The median mileage at failure reported in these complaints is 29,000 miles.
Did the 2017 Jeep Compass engine issue cause any crashes or injuries?: NHTSA data tied to this engine complaint category shows 1 crash and 0 injuries or fires reported.
How does the 2017 Jeep Compass compare to other years for engine complaints?: Engine complaints made up 34% of total complaints in 2017, lower than the 59% share seen in 2016 and 2020, and well below the 52% share in 2018.