2014 Jeep Compass reliability

Is it reliable?

NHTSA's file on the 2014 Jeep Compass holds 307 complaints after 13 years, a rate of 21 per year. That is more complaints per year than most Compass years here — over the median of the other years, which is 16. NHTSA has 2 recalls on file, including Pretensioner and Engine.

2012 Jeep Compass — Photo by Navigator84, resized from the original. Wikimedia Commons CC BY-SA 3.0

Complaints

307

Per year

Recalls

Years on the road

What owners report

The complaints owners file most often name Air bags (91 of 307), then Engine (91) and Seat belts (53). Those filings include 20 that report a crash, 7 that report a fire, and 16 that report an injury.

Next to 2013 and 2015

The 2013 Compass has 80 complaints, 5 per year, and the 2015 has 113 complaints, 5 per year. The 2014 has more complaints per year than the 2013. The 2014 has more complaints per year than the 2015.

The complaint rate is complaints filed in this year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market 2014 Jeep Compass. How we count. Data as of 2026-10-16.

Recalls (2)

Recall seat belts, pretensioner 2016-09-15 · NHTSA campaign 16V668000

Summary Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chrysler 200, 2010 Chrysler Sebring, 2010-2012 Dodge Caliber and 2010-2014 Jeep Patriot, Compass and Dodge Avenger vehicles. The Occupant Restraint Control (OCR) module may short circuit, preventing the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags from deploying in the event of a crash.

Remedy Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the OCR, free of charge. Interim letters informing owners that parts are not available yet were mailed on October 26, 2016. The recall began on August 15, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S61.

Recall Engine 2013-11-06 · NHTSA campaign 13V552000

Summary Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2013 Dodge Avenger and Chrysler 200, and model year 2014 Jeep Compass and Patriot vehicles equipped with 2.4L engines. Due to abrasive debris in the balance shaft bearings, these engines may have a loss of engine oil pressure, possibly resulting in an engine stall or engine failure.

Remedy Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the engine balance shaft module, free of charge. The recall began on December 24, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N52.

Complaints by component (307 total)

Air bags

Engine

Seat belts

Electrical system

Powertrain

Speed control

Seats

Fuel and propulsion system

Electronic stability control (ESC)

Service brakes

Structure

Steering

Suspension

Exterior lighting

Wheels

Visibility and wipers

Engine and engine cooling

Chest clip, buckle, and harness

Fuel system, gasoline

Hydraulic brakes

Latches, locks, and linkages

Tires

Traction control

Visibility

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Crash-flagged

Fire-flagged

Injury reports

Death reports

Complaints filed per year

Excerpts from recent NHTSA complaint filings

"ABS module is faulty causing other issues including problems with electronic stability, no speedometer, no cruise control, no abs brakes. Apparently Jeep is no longer making this part as it has been on backorder for…"
Electrical system, Speed control, Service brakes · filed 2026-09-18
"The contact owns a 2014 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle suddenly lost automotive power. Several Unknown warning lights illuminated. The local dealer was not…"
Fuel system, gasoline · filed 2026-05-21
"The contact owns a 2014 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that while entering the vehicle, the driver’s side headrest had deployed from the bottom of the headrest and was partially separated. The contact stated that…"
Seats · filed 2026-04-13
"The contact owns a 2014 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that the center of the steering wheel was protruding outwards, and while attempting to sound the horn, the horn failed to operate. While entering the vehicle, the…"
Air bags, Seats · filed 2026-02-17
"The contact owns a 2014 Jeep Compass. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the vehicle stalled, the steering wheel became inoperable, and the RPM went to zero. The contact was unable to pull over to the side of the…"
Engine · filed 2026-02-10

NHTSA crash ratings

Version	Overall	Front	Side	Rollover
2014 Jeep Compass SUV 2WD	4 stars	3 stars	5 stars	4 stars
2014 Jeep Compass SUV 4WD	4 stars	3 stars	5 stars	4 stars

Stars are how this vehicle did in NHTSA crash tests. They are a safety result, separate from the complaint record. Not rated means that test was not run for this version.

Fuel economy

Trim	Engine	Transmission	Drive	City	Hwy	Combined	Annual fuel cost
Compass four-wheel drive	2.4L, 4-cyl	Automatic 6-speed	Four-wheel drive	21	27	23 MPG	$2800
Compass four-wheel drive	2.4L, 4-cyl	Manual 5-speed	Four-wheel drive	23	28	25 MPG	$2600
Compass four-wheel drive	2.4L, 4-cyl	Automatic (variable gear ratios)	Four-wheel drive	20	23	21 MPG	$3100
Compass front-wheel drive	2.4L, 4-cyl	Manual 5-speed	Front-wheel drive	23	28	25 MPG	$2600
Compass front-wheel drive	2L, 4-cyl	Automatic (variable gear ratios)	Front-wheel drive	22	26	24 MPG	$2700
Compass front-wheel drive	2L, 4-cyl	Manual 5-speed	Front-wheel drive	23	30	25 MPG	$2600
Compass front-wheel drive	2.4L, 4-cyl	Automatic 6-speed	Front-wheel drive	21	28	24 MPG	$2700
Compass front-wheel drive	2L, 4-cyl	Automatic 6-speed	Front-wheel drive	21	28	24 MPG	$2700

Specs and fitment

MK49 (US), 2012–2016

Body styles SUV

Oil 5W-20 (2.0L and 2.4L) , 5 qt capacity

Tire size 215/65R17 (typical)

Towing capacity 2,000 lbs

Known issues for this generation

NHTSA campaign 16V668000. Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chrysler 200, 2010 Chrysler Sebring, 2010-2012 Dodge Caliber and 2010-2014 Jeep Patriot, Compass and Dodge Avenger vehicles. The Occupant Restraint Control (OCR) module may short circuit, preventing the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags from deploying in the event of a crash. If the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a vehicle crash that necessitates deployment of these safety systems. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the OCR, free of charge. Interim letters informing owners that parts are not available yet were mailed on October 26, 2016. The recall began on August 15, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S61.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2014 Jeep Compass reliable?

What are common problems with a 2014 Jeep Compass?

Is the 2014 Jeep Compass more reliable than the years next to it?

The 2013 Compass has 80 complaints, 5 per year, and the 2015 has 113 complaints, 5 per year. The 2014 has more complaints per year than the 2013. The 2014 has more complaints per year than the 2015.

Has the 2014 Jeep Compass been recalled?

The 2014 Jeep Compass has 2 recalls on file with NHTSA. See the recalls table on this page for dates, components, and remedies.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 2014 Jeep Compass?

Owners have filed 307 complaints about the 2014 Jeep Compass with NHTSA.

What mpg does a 2014 Jeep Compass get?

EPA-rated combined fuel economy for the 2014 Jeep Compass is 23.9 MPG. See the fuel economy table on this page for city and highway figures by engine and transmission.

What oil does a Compass take?

5W-20 (2.0L and 2.4L)

What does NHTSA recall 16V-668 cover on the Jeep Compass?

NHTSA campaign 16V668000.

What generation is the 2013 Jeep Compass?

MK49 (US) (2012-2016).