repaired · 2026 Q3
Sensing system: camera
Risk. A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
2022 Jeep CompassProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 226 owner complaints about the 2022 Jeep Compass, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 4 safety recalls, and for recall 22V-248 the manufacturer reports only 66% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 23, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: JamesYoung8167, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2022 Jeep Compass has problems
226 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
105Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
50Exterior lighting
46Forward collision avoidance2 crash/fire/injury
37Engine1 crash/fire/injury
22Lane departure2 crash/fire/injury
19Power train
13Steering
12Service brakes
5Wheels
3011 other systems5 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 105 | 1 |
| Exterior lighting | 50 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 46 | 2 |
| Engine | 37 | 1 |
| Lane departure | 22 | 2 |
| Power train | 19 | 2 |
| Steering | 13 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 12 | 1 |
| Wheels | 5 | 0 |
| 11 other systems | 30 | 5 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
4 recalls
2022 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 · 2025 Q2
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
Risk. An IPC display that is not bright enough may not clearly show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, increasing the risk of a…
repaired · 2024 Q4
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
Risk. An instrument panel display that is not visible to the driver may result in the inability to see safety-critical information, such as the fuel gauge and…
repaired · 2024 Q1
Front assembly: head restraint
Risk. Improperly welded head restraints can result in an increased risk of injury to seat occupants during 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 electrical system problems start?
12kmiles, median
Based on the odometer reading in 21 electrical system complaints. 100% were reported before 100,000 miles.
Only 15% of complaints for this model year include a mileage.
19under 30k miles21under 100k miles0100k miles or more
Best & worst years
2022 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
2022 Jeep Compass safety ratings
2022 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 (20.4% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
In owners' words
What Compass owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact’s daughter owns a 2022 Jeep Compass. The contact’s daughter stated that while the vehicle was stopped at a stop sign, the vehicle lost automotive power. Due to the failure, the vehicle unexpectedly drifted into the intersection, into oncoming traffic, then drifted to the opposite side…
I purchased my 2022 Jeep Compass Latitude FWD brand new on April 4, 2022, from AutoNation Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM Houston. Just eight days later, on April 12, 2022, I began reporting serious engine stalling and Auto Stop/Start malfunctions. The vehicle repeatedly shuts off in traffic and fails to…
In July 2026, I began receiving two warnings in sequence: (a) the airbags were not operating properly, and (b) the SOS call function was unavailable. Screenshots of both warnings are attached. It took several visits to a nearby dealership before the service department correctly identified and…
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