Federal safety data shows 3 recalls and 213 complaints for the 2022 Jeep Compass, a elevated safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

Recalls

213

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

22V2480002022-14-04

SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Jeep Compass vehicles. The front seat head restraints were not welded properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 202, "Head Restraints."

Improperly welded head restraints can result in an increased risk of injury to seat occupants during a crash.

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23V0580002023-09-02

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Jeep Compass vehicles. The instrument panel center cluster display may be insufficiently illuminated and may not appear visible during daytime driving conditions. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Control and Displays."

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 warning lights, increasing the risk of a crash.

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23V5760002023-14-08

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Jeep Compass vehicles. The brightness level of the instrument panel cluster (IPC) may not be adjustable due to incorrect software in the body control module (BCM). As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Control and Displays."

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 crash.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 213 issues reported over 1 model years, electrical system problems are the most common for the 2022 Jeep Compass. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Electrical System35

02Exterior Lighting22

03Electrical System,exterior Lighting17

04Unknown Or Other15

05Engine10

213 total across 1 model years (2022–2022)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Jeep Compass Fuel Economy

25mpg combined

22city

30-31hwy

$1,750/yr

The 2022 Jeep Compass is rated at 25 MPG combined across all 2 configurations. No surprises here regardless of which trim you pick.

By Trim

Compass 4WD - Automatic 9-spd

25mpg

2.4L 4-cyl · All-Wheel Drive

22 city30 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 2022 Jeep Compass

37States

23%in top 3

Texas has the most inventory at 9%, with options spread across 37 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

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 2022.

Buying a 2022 Jeep Compass?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2022 Jeep Compass a good car to buy?

The 2022 Jeep Compass has 3 recalls on record. There are 3 recalls on record, so check that they've been completed before buying. The most commonly reported issue area is electrical system, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

Are there recalls on the 2022 Jeep Compass?

There are 3 documented recalls for the 2022 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 2022 Jeep Compass?

EPA rates the 2022 Jeep Compass at 25 MPG combined across the board. Check the fuel economy section for the city/highway breakdown.

What are common problems with the 2022 Jeep Compass?

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM is the number-one complaint area for the 2022 Jeep Compass, based on 213 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.