The 2013 Jeep Compass has 80 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 1 recall on record. The most-reported areas are power train and air bags. Owners most often flag poor reliability and build quality: very frequent reports of major mechanical issues (transmission, engine) and numerous electrical problems, often requiring expensive repairs well before 100,000 miles. brand frequently ranked last in reliability surveys. frequency: very frequent.
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2013 Jeep Compass vehicles (US, public record).
Across the 9 Compass model years we track, complaint volume runs from 20 (2025) to 927 (2018). With 80 complaints, the 2013 Compass sits belowthe model's median of 187.
These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.
seat belts:pretensioner
Campaign 16V668000Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chrysler 200, 2010 Chrysler Sebring, 2010-2012 Dodge Caliber and 2010-2014 Jeep Patriot, Compass and Dodge Avenger vehicles. The Occupant Restraint Control …
Owner sentiment is predominantly negative, with widespread criticism focused on poor reliability, subpar build quality, and weak performance.
Owner insights cover all generations of the Compass. See the full Compass owner picture and every model year.
Used Compass listings typically run $25,170–$27,692 across 2018 to 2026 model years.
Compare every Compass year side by side to see how 2013 ranks against the rest.