2015 Jeep Compass Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2015 Jeep Compass.

20142016
Complaints
172
per 10K Sold
25.8
US Sales
66,698
Crashes
7
Fires
4
Injuries
11
Fatalities
Recalls
1

Worst 2015 Jeep Compass Problems

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

#130 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:80,011 mi
Crash-related:1
Fires:1
#222 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:70,603 mi
Crash-related:1
Fires:1
#316 complaints

Airbags

Avg mileage:60,373 mi
Crash-related:3
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2015 Jeep Compass.

Engine Problems
30
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
80,011
Electrical Faults
22
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
70,603
Airbags
16
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
60,373
Unintended Acceleration
13
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
75,672
Transmission / Drivetrain
10
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
73,784
Seat-Related Issues
9
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
74,964
Fuel System
8
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
63,609
Electronic Stability Control
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
55,518
Brakes
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
52,770
Steering Defects
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seats:Front Assembly:Head Restraint
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Vehicle Speed Control:Throttle
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Crank/Camshaft Position Sensor
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Catalytic Convertor
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Gasoline Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Sunroof/Moonroof
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2015 Jeep Compass

1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~60,140 vehicles.

15V878000Steering:hydraulic Power Assist:hose, Piping, And Connections
~60,140 affected

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015 Jeep Compass and Patriot vehicles manufactured January 1, 2015, to May 11, 2015. During assembly, the power steering hose retention clamp may have been installed at an incorrect location, resulting in the detachment of the low pressure return hose.

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2015 Jeep Compass — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2015 Jeep Compass reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2015 Jeep Compass has 172 NHTSA complaints, 7 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Engine Problems with 30 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2015 Jeep Compass?
Top reported problems: Engine Problems (30 complaints, avg 80,011 mi); Electrical Faults (22 complaints, avg 70,603 mi); Airbags (16 complaints, avg 60,373 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 2015 Jeep Compass?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 70,620 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2015 Jeep Compass?
NHTSA complaints for the 2015 Jeep Compass include 7 crash-related reports, 4 fire reports, 11 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 2015 Jeep Compass have any recalls?
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 60,140 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 2015 Jeep Compass?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

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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