How many steering complaints does the 2018 Jeep Compass have?

NHTSA lists 28 steering complaints for the 2018 Jeep Compass, which is 3% of the 942 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for steering problems on the 2018 Jeep Compass?

No. NHTSA's data shows no related recall linked to the steering complaints for the 2018 Jeep Compass.

What steering issues do owners report on the 2018 Jeep Compass?

Owners describe the steering wheel locking up, the vehicle pulling to one side without warning, popping noises from the steering column, and bolts falling out from under the column.

At what mileage do steering problems typically appear on the 2018 Jeep Compass?

NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 19,000 miles for steering complaints on the 2018 Jeep Compass.

Have steering complaints led to crashes or injuries on the 2018 Jeep Compass?

NHTSA records 2 crashes and 1 injury among the 28 steering complaints for the 2018 Jeep Compass, with no fires reported.

2018 Jeep Compass Steering Problems

NHTSA lists 28 steering complaints for the 2018 Jeep Compass, 3% of its 942 total complaints for the year, with 2 crashes and 1 injury reported. There is no related recall on file, and the median mileage at failure was 19,000 miles.

Steering complaints: 28; 3% of 942
Crashes reported: 2
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 19,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical steering symptoms owners report

Steering wheel locks up entirely, sometimes together with a loss of brakes and engine power, leaving drivers unable to steer during normal driving.
Vehicle pulls sharply to one side without warning at low speed, in one case leading to a collision with a parked vehicle.
Popping or clunking noise from the steering column when turning, followed by bolts and washers falling out from under the column onto the floor.
Steering column bolts loosen or detach, requiring dealership re-torquing of the column hardware.
Loss of steering assist occurs during sudden engine shutdowns or stalling events while the vehicle is in motion.

When 2018 Jeep Compass steering complaints were filed

First complaint Feb 20, 2018, latest Nov 19, 2025.

28 complaints filed with NHTSA from Feb 2018 to Nov 2025; peak Jun 2019 (3).

Steering recalls for the 2018 Jeep Compass

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Steering complaints by Compass model year

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

20106 (8%)
201119 (10%)
20126 (3%)
20133 (4%)
20148 (3%)
20154 (4%)
201616 (5%)
201716 (7%)
201828 (3%)
201919 (6%)
20206 (4%)
20216 (8%)
202213 (6%)
20237 (15%)
20242 (4%)
20252 (8%)

Frequently asked questions

How many steering complaints does the 2018 Jeep Compass have?: NHTSA lists 28 steering complaints for the 2018 Jeep Compass, which is 3% of the 942 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for steering problems on the 2018 Jeep Compass?: No. NHTSA's data shows no related recall linked to the steering complaints for the 2018 Jeep Compass.
What steering issues do owners report on the 2018 Jeep Compass?: Owners describe the steering wheel locking up, the vehicle pulling to one side without warning, popping noises from the steering column, and bolts falling out from under the column.
At what mileage do steering problems typically appear on the 2018 Jeep Compass?: NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 19,000 miles for steering complaints on the 2018 Jeep Compass.
Have steering complaints led to crashes or injuries on the 2018 Jeep Compass?: NHTSA records 2 crashes and 1 injury among the 28 steering complaints for the 2018 Jeep Compass, with no fires reported.