The Verdict
Worst problem area
Engine
Engine leads by volume: 83 of 143 complaints (58%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Airbags & Restraints include more reported injuries (2) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed fell from 332 in 2019 to 143 in 2020.
At a glance
- NHTSA complaints
- 143
- Recall campaigns
- 1
- EPA fuel cost per year
- $2,400–$2,500
- Combined MPG
- 25–26
Complaints by model year
Where owners report problems
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | vs. 2020 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,400–2,500 | 2,400–2,500 | 2,400–2,500 | 2,500 | 2,500 | |
| Combined MPG | 25–26 | 25–26 | 25–26 | 25 | 25 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 22–23 / 30–32 | 22–23 / 30–32 | 22–23 / 30–32 | 22 / 30–31 | 22 / 30–31 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 339–358 | 339–358 | 339–358 | 350–358 | 350–358 | |
| Complaints filed | 949 | 332 | 143 | 82 | 226 | |
| Recalls issued | 6 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 28 | 13 | 3 | 5 | 11 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 5 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 18 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 6 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
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 2020 Jeep Compass have?
1 NHTSA recall campaign as of Nov 7, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2020 Jeep Compass?
Engine: 83 of 143 NHTSA complaints (58%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2020 Jeep Compass get?
EPA rates it 25–26 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2020 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 | 83 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 29 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 66 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 2 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 15 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 7 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Other | 30 | 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 (1)
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:LINKAGES
- Defect
- 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.
- Consequence
- Reduced visibility increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the wiper nuts, free of charge. The recall began April 27, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W25.