The 2018 Jeep Compass's elevated safety profile includes 5 recall campaigns and 917 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

Recalls

917

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

18V5230002018-09-08

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Dodge Grand Caravan and Jeep Compass, 2018 Dodge Journey, and 2019 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons on these vehicles may have an insufficient coating causing gas pockets to form, potentially reducing rear brake performance.

A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.

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17V6700002017-24-10

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Cherokee and Compass vehicles equipped with 2.4L engines. The engines may have a cracked oil pump housing that can result in oil pump failure.

If the oil pump fails, the engine will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

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18V2790002018-01-05

SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Compass vehicles. The front lower control arms may be incorrectly welded, potentially resulting in a control arm separation.

If the lower control arm separates, it can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

View at NHTSA

View all 5 recalls

17V7400002017-21-11

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2017-2018 Jeep Compass vehicles. The brightness of the backlighting for the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) cannot be adjusted. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Controls and Displays."

An instrument cluster that is too bright, and cannot be dimmed, can reduce the driver's ability to see at night, increasing the risk of a crash.

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17V7320002017-21-11

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Compass vehicles. The passenger side air bag assembly may have inflator mounting nuts loose within the module assembly.

In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, unsecured inflator mounting nuts outside of the cushion assembly are potential projectiles that may strike the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2018 Jeep Compass has accumulated 917 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with engine leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Engine182

02Electrical System70

03Unknown Or Other67

04Electrical System,engine56

05Exterior Lighting32

917 total across 1 model years (2018–2018)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Jeep Compass Fuel Economy

25–26mpg combined

22-23city

30-32hwy

$1,700-$1,750/yr

With 4 configurations tested, the 2018 Jeep Compass ranges from 25 to 26 MPG combined. That's a 1 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim

Compass FWD - Manual 6-spd

26mpg

2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

23 city32 hwy~$1,700/yr5/10 Average

Compass 4WD - Automatic 9-spd

25mpg

2.4L 4-cyl · All-Wheel Drive

22 city30 hwy~$1,750/yr5/10 Average

Compass 4WD - Manual 6-spd

25mpg

2.4L 4-cyl · All-Wheel Drive

22 city31 hwy~$1,750/yr5/10 Average

Compass FWD - Automatic 6-spd

25mpg

2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

22 city31 hwy~$1,750/yr5/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2018 Jeep Compass

37States

23%in top 3

If you're near Texas, you're in luck: 9% of listings are there. But with 37 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

TXTexas

1,6839%

PAPennsylvania

1,5408%

CACalifornia

1,2556%

FLFlorida

1,2536%

DEDelaware

9485%

ILIllinois

9405%

MIMichigan

8564%

OHOhio

7544%

MOMissouri

6924%

NYNew York

6243%

GAGeorgia

6023%

DCWashington DC

6003%

MDMaryland

5993%

AZArizona

5883%

NCNorth Carolina

5743%

OK420

NH407

MNMinnesota

4042%

NJNew Jersey

3882%

COColorado

3472%

MA332

TN296

NV290

WI271

IN268

CT250

WA246

RI223

OR208

UT145

NE143

HI121

LA119

IA110

VT109

AL105

VA102

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2018.

2018 Jeep Compass: Questions Buyers Ask

Pricing, reliability, and ownership answers

Is the 2018 Jeep Compass a good car to buy?

The 2018 Jeep Compass has its strengths and its watch-outs. 5 recalls have been issued, so verify completion with the dealer. Owners report engine as the area to watch most closely. Check the safety section for recall details and the pricing data to see if the numbers work for you.

Are there recalls on the 2018 Jeep Compass?

Yes, 5 recalls on record. The good news: recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Check the safety report for specifics, and always run the VIN before buying.

What's the gas mileage of the 2018 Jeep Compass?

Depending on configuration, the 2018 Jeep Compass delivers 25–26 MPG combined. Choose wisely. The full comparison shows how engine choice affects your wallet.

What are common problems with the 2018 Jeep Compass?

Out of 917 owner complaints, engine issues lead the pack. Get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically covers this area. The known issues breakdown has all the details.

How does the 2018 compare to other Jeep Compass years?

Each Jeep Compass model year has different pricing, recall counts, and owner satisfaction patterns. Compare all available years on the Jeep Compass overview page.