Worst 2019 Jeep Compass Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Engine Problems
Electrical Faults
Brakes
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2019 Jeep Compass.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 155 | 2 | 1 | 21,122 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 130 | 2 | — | 25,020 mi | |
| Brakes | 36 | 4 | — | 15,555 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 32 | — | — | 23,062 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 17 | 1 | — | 24,679 mi | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 14 | 3 | — | 10,439 mi | |
| Fuel System | 11 | — | — | 100 mi | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 9 | — | 1 | 2,250 mi | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 8 | 1 | — | 7,680 mi | |
| Airbags | 7 | 3 | — | 30,601 mi | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking | 7 | — | — | 31,000 mi | |
| Engine & Cooling | 5 | — | — | 72,160 mi | |
| Backup Camera | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Parking-Brake Issues | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Body Structure | 3 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Instrument Cluster | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm) | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Body Control Module/Bcm | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Ignition | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment:Electrical:Infotainment:Video (Touch)Screen/Monitor/Unit | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure: Assist | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Power Train:Axle Assembly | 1 | 1 | — | — |
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Recalls for 2019 Jeep Compass
2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~579,934 vehicles.
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ram 1500, 1500 Classic and Jeep Compass vehicles. The windshield wiper arm or arms may loosen, possibly causing the wipers to not operate properly and reduce the driver's visibility in certain weather conditions.
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Dodge Grand Caravan and Jeep Compass, 2018 Dodge Journey, and 2019 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons on these vehicles may have an insufficient coating causing gas pockets to form, potentially reducing rear brake performance.
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2019 Jeep Compass — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2019 Jeep Compass reliable?
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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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