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2020 Jeep CompassProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 143 owner complaints about the 2020 Jeep Compass, most often about the engine. It is covered by 1 safety recall, and for recall 20V-208 the manufacturer reports only 85% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 13, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2020 Jeep Compass has problems
143 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
79Engine1 crash/fire/injury
66Electrical system
29Power train1 crash/fire/injury
8Steering
7Service brakes
7Vehicle speed control
4Suspension
4Wheels
4Engine and engine cooling
2711 other systems3 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 79 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 66 | 0 |
| Power train | 29 | 1 |
| Steering | 8 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 7 | 1 |
| Vehicle speed control | 7 | 0 |
| Suspension | 4 | 0 |
| Wheels | 4 | 0 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 4 | 0 |
| 11 other systems | 27 | 3 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
1 recall
2020 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.
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.
Best & worst years
2020 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
2020 Jeep Compass safety ratings
2020 Jeep Compass SUV AWD 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 (20.6% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Optional
- Lane departure warning: No
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2020 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.
My 2020 Jeep Compass experiences sudden, unexpected engine shut-offs while driving. The engine loses power and stalls without warning, and shortly afterward the dashboard displays a 'Coolant Temperature Too High' warning. The vehicle has stalled while in motion, including at highway speeds,…
We have been without our 2020 JEEP since the end of February 2026 due to an engine issue (had the car only 6-7 months). The first company thought there might be coolant in the head gasket causing the issue. After our extended warranty company wanted the engine opened to confirm, we had to send the…
At approximately 35,900 miles, vehicle failed a block test indicating combustion gases in the cooling system. Cylinder head gasket was replaced, cylinder head was machined, and exhaust valves were replaced at an independent shop at a cost of over $5,000. Shortly after, at approximately 36,300…
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