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2013 Jeep Compass: common problems and reliability
An average Compass year.
80 owner complaints, most about power train. 1 recall.
Should I buy a 2013 Compass?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.
Safety record for the 2013 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2013 Jeep Compass vehicles (US, public record).
The Year Score compares this year with other Compass years only. How we score it
Is 2013 a good year for the Compass?
Across the 20 Compass model years we track, complaint volume runs from 46 (2023) to 942 (2018). With 80 complaints, the 2013 Compass sits below the model's median of 172.
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.
Where owners report problems
Recalls affecting the 2013 Compass
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 (OCR) module may short circuit, preventing the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags from deploying in the event of a crash.
What owners say across generations
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.
Typical used price
Used Compass listings typically run $15,772–$23,763.
Other Compass model years
Compare every Compass year side by side to see how 2013 ranks against the rest.
Compare the Compass against its rivals
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