Federal safety data shows 1 recalls and 325 complaints for the 2019 Jeep Compass, a elevated safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

Recalls

325

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.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 325 issues reported over 1 model years, engine problems are the most common for the 2019 Jeep Compass. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Engine54

02Electrical System30

03Unknown Or Other28

04Electrical System,engine21

05Electrical System,unknown Or Other,engine18

325 total across 1 model years (2019–2019)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Jeep Compass Fuel Economy

25–26mpg combined

22-23city

30-32hwy

$2,600-$2,700/yr

The 2019 Jeep Compass delivers 25 to 26 MPG combined across 4 powertrain combinations. If fuel cost matters to you, pay attention to engine and drivetrain. The spread is significant.

By Trim

Compass FWD - Manual 6-spd

26mpg

2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

23 city32 hwy~$2,600/yr5/10 Average

Compass 4WD - Automatic 9-spd

25mpg

2.4L 4-cyl · All-Wheel Drive

22 city30 hwy~$2,700/yr5/10 Average

Compass 4WD - Manual 6-spd

25mpg

2.4L 4-cyl · All-Wheel Drive

22 city31 hwy~$2,700/yr5/10 Average

Compass FWD - Automatic 6-spd

25mpg

2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

22 city31 hwy~$2,700/yr5/10 Average

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

Where to Find 2019 Jeep Compass

40States

24%in top 3

Michigan has the most inventory at 8%, with options spread across 40 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

MIMichigan

1,4978%

PAPennsylvania

1,4858%

TXTexas

1,2937%

OHOhio

9765%

FLFlorida

9435%

NYNew York

8625%

DEDelaware

8034%

MOMissouri

7574%

ILIllinois

7384%

NJNew Jersey

5853%

CACalifornia

5653%

GAGeorgia

4543%

OKOklahoma

4362%

MN429

NCNorth Carolina

4212%

DCWashington DC

4002%

INIndiana

3902%

MDMaryland

3842%

NHNew Hampshire

3402%

WIWisconsin

3382%

TNTennessee

3282%

COColorado

3102%

MAMassachusetts

2932%

RI260

AZ243

NE220

UT210

WA173

CT155

OR137

AL133

VT125

NV122

KY122

IA114

VA110

ME106

SC97

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2019.

Buying a 2019 Jeep Compass?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2019 Jeep Compass a good car to buy?

The 2019 Jeep Compass has 1 recall on record. There is 1 recall on record, so check that they've been completed before buying. The most commonly reported issue area is engine, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

Are there recalls on the 2019 Jeep Compass?

There are 1 documented recall for the 2019 Jeep Compass. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 2019 Jeep Compass?

Fuel economy ranges from 25 to 26 MPG combined. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that gap is worth about $81 annually. See the fuel economy section for per-trim data.

What are common problems with the 2019 Jeep Compass?

ENGINE is the number-one complaint area for the 2019 Jeep Compass, based on 325 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.