2018 Jeep Compass
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Engine
Engine leads by volume: 477 of 937 complaints (51%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Airbags & Restraints include more reported injuries (10) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed rose from 228 in 2017 to 937 in 2018.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | vs. 2018 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,500–2,950 | 2,400–2,950 | 2,400–2,500 | 2,400–2,500 | 2,400–2,500 | |
| Combined MPG | 21–25 | 21–26 | 25–26 | 25–26 | 25–26 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 20–23 / 23–30 | 20–23 / 23–32 | 22–23 / 30–32 | 22–23 / 30–32 | 22–23 / 30–32 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 347–418 | 339–417 | 339–358 | 339–358 | 339–358 | |
| Complaints filed | 293 | 228 | 937 | 328 | 138 | |
| Recalls issued | 1 | 4 | 6 | 2 | 1 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 9 | 10 | 28 | 13 | 3 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 2 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 2 | |
| Injuries reported | 15 | 3 | 18 | 5 | 3 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 4 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2018 Jeep Compass have?
6 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2018 Jeep Compass?
Engine: 477 of 937 NHTSA complaints (51%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2018 Jeep Compass get?
EPA rates it 25–26 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2018 Jeep Compass?
EPA estimates $2,400–$2,500 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (4)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 6-spd | 4 | 2.4L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 22 mpg (low) | 31 mpg | 25 mpg (low) | $2,500 (high) | 350 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 2.4L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 23 mpg (high) | 32 mpg (high) | 26 mpg (high) | $2,400 (low) | 339 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic 9-spd | 4 | 2.4L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 22 mpg (low) | 30 mpg (low) | 25 mpg (low) | $2,500 (high) | 358 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 4 | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 2.4L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 22 mpg (low) | 31 mpg | 25 mpg (low) | $2,500 (high) | 355 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 477 | 8 | 2 | 4 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 151 | 7 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 64 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 375 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Brakes | 90 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 28 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 27 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 30 | 9 | 1 | 10 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 83 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 15 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 82 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Other | 197 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (6)
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD · Campaign 18V524000 · Aug 14, 2018
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Renegade, Compass and Grand Cherokee, RAM 1500 and Promaster, Fiat 500x, Dodge Journey, Challenger, Charger and Durango and Chrysler 300x vehicles, 2017-2018 Jeep Wrangler, Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles and 2018-2019 Jeep Cherokee and 2018 Chrysler Pacifica and Pacifica Hybrid vehicles. The powertrain control module may be equipped with a voltage regulator chip in the circuit board that may fail, causing a stall or a no start condition.
Consequence: A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began October 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U87.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER · Campaign 18V523000 · Aug 13, 2018
Defect: 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.
Consequence: A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the vehicle's brake system, free of charge. The recall began September 29, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U86.
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM · Campaign 18V279000 · May 3, 2018
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Compass vehicles. The front lower control arms may be incorrectly welded, potentially resulting in a control arm separation.
Consequence: If the lower control arm separates, it can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the front lower control arms, free of charge. The recall began May 31, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U42.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL · Campaign 17V740000 · Nov 22, 2017
Defect: 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."
Consequence: An instrument cluster that is too bright, and cannot be dimmed, can reduce the driver's ability to see at night, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update IPC software, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 8, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T70.
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE · Campaign 17V732000 · Nov 21, 2017
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Compass vehicles. The passenger side air bag assembly may have inflator mounting nuts loose within the module assembly.
Consequence: In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, unsecured inflator mounting nuts outside of the cushion assembly are potential projectiles that may strike the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger air bag module assembly, free of charge. The recall began December 28, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T73.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE · Campaign 17V670000 · Oct 25, 2017
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Cherokee and Compass vehicles equipped with 2.4L engines. The engines may have a cracked oil pump housing that can result in oil pump failure.
Consequence: If the oil pump fails, the engine will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the oil pump, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 5, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T65.