2014 Jeep Compass Problems

Above Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2014 Jeep Compass.

20132015
Complaints
517
per 10K Sold
84.4
US Sales
61,264
Crashes
28
Fires
11
Injuries
30
Fatalities
Recalls
2

Worst 2014 Jeep Compass Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#191 complaints

Airbags

Avg mileage:97,503 mi
Crash-related:12
Fires:1
#291 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:61,503 mi
Crash-related:1
Fires:4
#353 complaints

Seat Belt Issues

Avg mileage:130,432 mi
Crash-related:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2014 Jeep Compass.

Airbags
91
complaints
Crashes
12
Fires
1
Avg Miles
97,503
Engine Problems
91
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
4
Avg Miles
61,503
Seat Belt Issues
53
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
130,432
Electrical Faults
35
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
66,120
Transmission / Drivetrain
33
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
2
Avg Miles
71,117
Unintended Acceleration
32
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
79,155
Fuel System
25
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
81,042
Seat-Related Issues
24
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
86,754
Electronic Stability Control
19
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
68,799
Brakes
18
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
29,601
Body Structure
9
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
27,133
Steering Defects
8
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
44,639
Suspension Failures
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
73,868
Headlight/Taillight Failures
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
72,260
Wheel Issues
6
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
29,233
Structural Problems
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seats:Front Assembly:Head Restraint
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Chest Clip, Buckle, Harness
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Catalytic Convertor
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Latches / Locks
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Cooler/Radiator:Hoses And Fittings
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Torque Converter
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Drum
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structure:Body:Hood
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension:Front:Wheel Bearing
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Traction Control System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2014 Jeep Compass

2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~1,436,146 vehicles.

16V668000Seat Belts:pretensioner · Air Bags:frontal:sensor/control Module-inactive · Airbags
~1,435,625 affected

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.

13V552000Engine
~521 affected

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.

Is the 2014 Jeep Compass reliable?
Verdict: Above Average Complaints. The 2014 Jeep Compass has 517 NHTSA complaints, 28 crash-related, and 2 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Airbags with 91 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2014 Jeep Compass?
Top reported problems: Airbags (91 complaints, avg 97,503 mi); Engine Problems (91 complaints, avg 61,503 mi); Seat Belt Issues (53 complaints, avg 130,432 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2014 Jeep Compass?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 79,326 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2014 Jeep Compass?
NHTSA complaints for the 2014 Jeep Compass include 28 crash-related reports, 11 fire reports, 30 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2014 Jeep Compass have any recalls?
Yes — 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 1,436,146 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2014 Jeep Compass?
Slightly worse than average. Most owners are fine; problem clusters are concentrated around specific components. Check the issues table below and match against the specific car's mileage.

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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