Worst 2014 Jeep Compass Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Airbags
Engine Problems
Seat Belt Issues
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2014 Jeep Compass.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 91 | 12 | 1 | 97,503 mi | |
| Engine Problems | 91 | 1 | 4 | 61,503 mi | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 53 | 1 | — | 130,432 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 35 | 1 | 1 | 66,120 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 33 | 3 | 2 | 71,117 mi | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 32 | 2 | — | 79,155 mi | |
| Fuel System | 25 | — | — | 81,042 mi | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 24 | — | — | 86,754 mi | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 19 | — | — | 68,799 mi | |
| Brakes | 18 | 2 | — | 29,601 mi | |
| Body Structure | 9 | 2 | — | 27,133 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 8 | 1 | — | 44,639 mi | |
| Suspension Failures | 7 | — | — | 73,868 mi | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 6 | — | 1 | 72,260 mi | |
| Wheel Issues | 6 | 1 | — | 29,233 mi | |
| Structural Problems | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Seats:Front Assembly:Head Restraint | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Chest Clip, Buckle, Harness | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine & Cooling | 1 | — | 1 | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Catalytic Convertor | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Latches / Locks | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Cooler/Radiator:Hoses And Fittings | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Torque Converter | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Drum | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Body:Hood | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension:Front:Wheel Bearing | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Defects | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Traction Control System | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2014 Jeep Compass
2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~1,436,146 vehicles.
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chrysler 200, 2010 Chrysler Sebring, 2010-2012 Dodge Caliber and 2010-2014 Jeep Patriot, Compass and Dodge Avenger vehicles. The Occupant Restraint Control (OCR) module may short circuit, preventing the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags from deploying in the event of a crash.
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2013 Dodge Avenger and Chrysler 200, and model year 2014 Jeep Compass and Patriot vehicles equipped with 2.4L engines. Due to abrasive debris in the balance shaft bearings, these engines may have a loss of engine oil pressure, possibly resulting in an engine stall or engine failure.
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2014 Jeep Compass — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Jeep Compass reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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