repaired · 2022 Q1
Windshield wiper/washer: linkages
Risk. Reduced visibility increases the risk of a crash.
2019 Jeep CompassProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 333 owner complaints about the 2019 Jeep Compass, most often about the engine. It is covered by 2 safety recalls, and for recall 20V-208 the manufacturer reports only 85% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 5, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2019 Jeep Compass has problems
333 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
162Engine3 crash/fire/injury
145Electrical system2 crash/fire/injury
38Service brakes4 crash/fire/injury
37Power train1 crash/fire/injury
19Steering
15Vehicle speed control
11Fuel/propulsion system
10Air bags
10Exterior lighting
5715 other systems6 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 162 | 3 |
| Electrical system | 145 | 2 |
| Service brakes | 38 | 4 |
| Power train | 37 | 1 |
| Steering | 19 | 1 |
| Vehicle speed control | 15 | 3 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 11 | 0 |
| Air bags | 10 | 5 |
| Exterior lighting | 10 | 1 |
| 15 other systems | 57 | 6 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2 recalls
2019 Jeep Compass recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2019 Q4
Disc: caliper
Risk. A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Jeep.
Mileage at failure
When do engine problems start?
8kmiles, median
Based on the odometer reading in 42 engine complaints. 98% were reported before 100,000 miles.
Only 31% of complaints for this model year include a mileage.
28under 30k miles41under 100k miles1100k miles or more
Best & worst years
2019 vs. every other Compass year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Compass median. How we score
'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2019 Jeep Compass safety ratings
2019 Jeep Compass SUV FWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★Overall rating
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 3 stars (20.2% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Optional
- Lane departure warning: No
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2019 Jeep Compass, and the recalls they led to.
- False overheat leading to loss of motive powerNo recall
In owners' words
What Compass owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Start/stop unavailable, pull over safely. Replaced both batteries, still got messages, now being told alternator or pcm needs to be replaced. This has been a constant problem. Ive replaced batteries twice now in less than 3 years
In July 2024 the engine blew a rod causing catastrophic engine failure causing our daughters Jeep while driving down [XXX] in San Antonio to lift off the ground from the force and leaving her no where to get to safety with no shoulder. Only being some months and 1505 miles out of warranty they…
When driving it will randomly stall out/shut off in the middle of an intersection or just while driving in general. While also giving a message about the coolant temperature
Own a 2019 Compass?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.