How many brake complaints does the 2019 Jeep Compass have?

NHTSA lists 49 brake-related complaints for the 2019 Jeep Compass, which is 15% of the 329 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a brake recall for the 2019 Jeep Compass?

Yes. Recall 18V523000, reported August 9, 2018, covers rear brake caliper pistons with insufficient coating on 2018-2019 Jeep Compass vehicles. Chrysler dealers bleed the brake system free of charge under this recall.

Have the brake issues caused crashes?

NHTSA data tied to the 2019 Compass brake complaints show 5 crashes and 1 injury, with no fires reported.

At what mileage do brake problems typically appear on the 2019 Compass?

The median mileage at failure among reported brake complaints for the 2019 Jeep Compass is 8,336.5 miles.

2019 Jeep Compass Brakes Problems

NHTSA lists 49 brake complaints for the 2019 Jeep Compass, 15% of that year's total 329 complaints, tied to 5 crashes and 1 injury. A related recall (18V523000) covers insufficient rear brake caliper piston coating, with median failure mileage of 8,336.5 miles.

Brakes complaints: 49; 15% of 329
Crashes reported: 5
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 8,337 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical brake symptoms owners report

Brake pedal loses stopping power, requiring the pedal to be pressed to the floor before the vehicle slows.
An emergency/parking brake activates on its own at stops and prevents the car from accelerating until the ignition is cycled.
Sudden loss of braking during normal driving has led to rear-end collisions, including one where the driver reported no brakes at all before hitting another vehicle.
Owners report unusual noises from the brake system shortly after purchase, in one case leading to a full brake system replacement.
Brakes grab abruptly and with excessive force during routine stops.

When 2019 Jeep Compass brake complaints were filed

First complaint Apr 9, 2019, latest Jul 2, 2026.

49 complaints filed with NHTSA from Apr 2019 to Jul 2026; peak Aug 2019 (4).

Brakes recalls for the 2019 Jeep Compass

NHTSA 18V523000Aug 9, 2018Brakes154,335 vehicles
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:caliper
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Dodge Grand Caravan and Jeep Compass, 2018 Dodge Journey, and 2019 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons on these vehicles may have an insufficient coating causing gas pockets to form, potentially reducing rear brake performance.
Risk: A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the vehicle's brake system, free of charge. The recall began September 29, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U86.

Brakes complaints by Compass model year

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

20105 (7%)
201116 (9%)
20127 (4%)
20139 (11%)
201436 (12%)
201512 (11%)
201625 (9%)
201740 (17%)
201890 (10%)
201949 (15%)
20207 (5%)
20216 (8%)
202211 (5%)
20235 (11%)
20245 (10%)
20253 (12%)

Frequently asked questions

How many brake complaints does the 2019 Jeep Compass have?: NHTSA lists 49 brake-related complaints for the 2019 Jeep Compass, which is 15% of the 329 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a brake recall for the 2019 Jeep Compass?: Yes. Recall 18V523000, reported August 9, 2018, covers rear brake caliper pistons with insufficient coating on 2018-2019 Jeep Compass vehicles. Chrysler dealers bleed the brake system free of charge under this recall.
Have the brake issues caused crashes?: NHTSA data tied to the 2019 Compass brake complaints show 5 crashes and 1 injury, with no fires reported.
At what mileage do brake problems typically appear on the 2019 Compass?: The median mileage at failure among reported brake complaints for the 2019 Jeep Compass is 8,336.5 miles.