2024 Jeep Compass reliability
The 2024 Jeep Compass has 52 complaints with NHTSA after 3 years, or 17 per year. That is about even with the other Compass years here. Their median is 16 complaints per year. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
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The complaints owners file most often name Forward collision avoidance (25 of 52), then Electrical system (18) and Lane departure (9). The most filings arrived in 2026 (25 of 52). Those filings include 6 that report a crash, 1 that reports a fire, and 3 that report an injury.
The 2023 Compass has 46 complaints, 13 per year, and the 2025 has 26 complaints, 13 per year. The 2024 has more complaints per year than the 2023.
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 2024 Jeep Compass. How we count. Data as of .
Recalls (0)
No recalls on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Complaints by component (52 total)
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Complaints filed per year
Excerpts from recent NHTSA complaint filings
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"The vehicle experiences severe, recurring electrical and drivetrain failures while operating at highway speeds (up to 70 MPH). On August 8, 2026, while driving on the highway, the vehicle suffered a sudden loss of…"
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"I am writing to request immediate assistance with our Jeep, which has become a serious safety hazard for our family. We purchased the jeep less than 2 years ago and over the past three months it has repeatedly failed to…"
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"The vehicle suffers from severe, persistent electrical and powertrain failures that compromise safe operation. Multiple Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) have completely failed, including the Lane Keeping…"
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"I am reporting a severe, life-threatening safety defect involving intermittent "phantom braking" (unwarranted activation of the Automatic Emergency Braking / AEB system) on my 2024 Jeep Compass while driving at highway…"
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"The contact owns a 2024 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that after parking the vehicle in the garage the night, the following morning the contact entered the garage and discovered that the sunroof had shatter. A dealer…"
NHTSA crash ratings
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Jeep Compass SUV AWD | 4 stars | 4 stars | 5 stars | 3 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 |
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| Compass four-wheel drive | 2L, 4-cyl | Automatic 8-speed | All-wheel drive | 24 | 32 | 27 MPG | $2400 |
Specs and fitment
Known issues for this generation
NHTSA campaign 20V208000. 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. Reduced visibility increases the risk of a crash. 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.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2024 Jeep Compass reliable?
The 2024 Jeep Compass has 52 complaints with NHTSA after 3 years, or 17 per year. That is about even with the other Compass years here. Their median is 16 complaints per year. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
What are common problems with a 2024 Jeep Compass?
The complaints owners file most often name Forward collision avoidance (25 of 52), then Electrical system (18) and Lane departure (9). The most filings arrived in 2026 (25 of 52). Those filings include 6 that report a crash, 1 that reports a fire, and 3 that report an injury.
Is the 2024 Jeep Compass more reliable than the years next to it?
The 2023 Compass has 46 complaints, 13 per year, and the 2025 has 26 complaints, 13 per year. The 2024 has more complaints per year than the 2023.
Has the 2024 Jeep Compass been recalled?
NHTSA has no recalls on file for the 2024 Jeep Compass.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2024 Jeep Compass?
Owners have filed 52 complaints about the 2024 Jeep Compass with NHTSA.
What mpg does a 2024 Jeep Compass get?
EPA-rated combined fuel economy for the 2024 Jeep Compass is 27 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).