Worst 2017 Jeep Compass Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Electrical Faults
Engine Problems
Transmission / Drivetrain
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2017 Jeep Compass.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Faults | 84 | 2 | 3 | 25,830 mi | |
| Engine Problems | 71 | 1 | — | 33,765 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 41 | 3 | — | 46,512 mi | |
| Brakes | 24 | — | — | 20,066 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 15 | 1 | — | 29,983 mi | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 12 | 1 | — | 24,017 mi | |
| Airbags | 10 | 4 | — | 29,734 mi | |
| Fuel System | 10 | — | — | 27,151 mi | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 10 | — | — | 42,896 mi | |
| Suspension Failures | 7 | 1 | — | 31,944 mi | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 6 | — | — | 19,820 mi | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Interior Lighting | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Parking-Brake Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic Brakes | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Body Structure | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention: Warnings | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention:Display Function | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Instrument Cluster | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Instrument Panel:Speedometer/Odometer | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment:Electrical:Infotainment:Video (Touch)Screen/Monitor/Unit | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch | 1 | — | 1 | — | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hood:Latch | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Other/Unknown | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Parking Brake:Indicator Light | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2017 Jeep Compass
4 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~105,308 vehicles.
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling various Dodge, Chrysler, and RAM vehicles equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. A list of the affected trailer models is available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V824-0103.pdf. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2017-2018 Jeep Compass vehicles. The brightness of the backlighting for the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) cannot be adjusted. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Controls and Displays."
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017 Jeep Compass vehicles. The affected vehicles have User's Guides that contain incorrect information regarding the jump start procedure, specifically, the polarity of the battery terminals are reversed in the battery terminal graphic.
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017 Jeep Compass vehicles equipped with a 6-speed transmission. The left front halfshaft may not be properly seated, and, as a result, it may disengage from the transmission and/or break.
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2017 Jeep Compass — FAQ
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
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