2022 Jeep Compass Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
AvoidComplaint Index
93/100
#2 most-complained of 16 Compass years
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
The 2022 Jeep Compass has a Complaint Index of 93 and ranks 2nd worst out of 16 model years, earning an "Avoid" verdict. NHTSA lists 222 complaints, 4 recalls, and 11 crashes, with the Electrical System accounting for 58% of complaints.
- Complaints
- 222
- Recalls
- 4
- Crashes / fires
- 11 / 0
- Injuries / deaths
- 6 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- 4 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 25
- 22 city / 30.5 hwy
Top 2022 Jeep Compass problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Electrical System128 (58%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras46 (21%)
- Engine41 (18%)
- Other39 (18%)
- Lane Departure21 (9%)
- Transmission & Powertrain19 (9%)
- Steering13 (6%)
- Brakes11 (5%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires10 (5%)
- Airbags4 (2%)
What owners report
- Owners report the transmission jerking and losing power at low mileage, sometimes with a "Stop Safely, Vehicle Will Shut Down" warning, even after dealers replaced the PCU and reprogrammed the TCM.
- Collision avoidance and safety features reportedly shut off unexpectedly, with owners describing repeated service visits and software updates that failed to permanently fix the problem.
- Multiple owners report airbags failing to deploy in crashes, including rear-end collisions and rollovers, resulting in injuries such as a fractured arm and whiplash.
- The steering wheel is reported to spin left and right on its own without driver input, causing the vehicle to strike curbs.
- Owners describe the electrical system behaving erratically, with dashboard lights staying on, navigation pulling the vehicle out of its lane, and speed or direction changing without driver control.
2022 Jeep Compass recalls
4 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 24V436000Jun 13, 2024Collision Avoidance & Cameras1,033,433 vehiclesOver-the-air fix
Back over prevention: sensing system: camera
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Dodge Durango, 2021-2023 Chrysler Pacifica, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, 2022 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, Chrysler Voyager, 2022-2023 Jeep Compass, Grand Cherokee, Wagoneer, Grand Wagoneer, and Ram Promaster vehicles. The radio software may prevent the rearview image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the radio software or the software will be OTA, "Over-The-Air," free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning July 9, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's numbers for this recall are 66B and 79B.
- NHTSA 23V576000Aug 14, 2023Electrical System181,999 vehicles
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Jeep Compass vehicles. The brightness level of the instrument panel cluster (IPC) may not be adjustable due to incorrect software in the body control module (BCM). As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Control and Displays."
Risk: An IPC display that is not bright enough may not clearly show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the body control module (BCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 29, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 88A.
- NHTSA 23V058000Feb 9, 2023Electrical System90 vehicles
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Jeep Compass vehicles. The instrument panel center cluster display may be insufficiently illuminated and may not appear visible during daytime driving conditions. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Control and Displays."
Risk: An instrument panel display that is not visible to the driver may result in the inability to see safety-critical information, such as the fuel gauge and warning lights, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the windshield and headlamp switch, add a light sensor module, and add a wiring jumper harness to allow the instrument panel center cluster display backlighting to function correctly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 30, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 15A.
2022 Jeep Compass fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 22 MPG
- Highway
- 30.5 MPG
- Combined
- 25 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $2,600
- 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.
2022 compared with other Compass years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2022 Jeep Compass reliable?
- Compared to other Compass model years, the 2022 ranks poorly. It has a Complaint Index of 93 and ranks 2nd worst out of 16 model years tracked, with 222 complaints and 4 recalls.
- What are the biggest problems with the 2022 Jeep Compass?
- The Electrical System is the top problem area, making up 58% of complaints (128 complaints), followed by Collision Avoidance & Cameras at 21% and Engine at 18%.
- Does the 2022 Jeep Compass have recalls?
- NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2022 Jeep Compass, covering the Collision Avoidance & Cameras system, Electrical System (instrument panel brightness twice), and a Structure & Body issue with improperly welded front seat head restraints.
- At what mileage do 2022 Compass problems occur?
- The median mileage at failure across all complaints is 10,447 miles, though the Electrical System issues had a median of 11,500 miles and Transmission & Powertrain issues showed a much lower median of 5,193 miles.
- How does the 2022 Compass compare to other years?
- Only the 2018 Compass has a higher Complaint Index (100) than the 2022's 93. Years like 2021 (index 27) and 2023 (index 7) rank much better by comparison.