2014 Jeep Compass

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2014 Jeep Compass: common problems and reliability

One of the weaker Compass years.

307 owner complaints, most about air bags. 2 recalls.

Should I buy a 2014 Compass?

The 2014 Jeep Compass has 307 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 2 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are air bags and engine.

Safety record for the 2014 model year

307
Owner complaints
2
Recalls
20
Crash reports
7
Fire reports

Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2014 Jeep Compass vehicles (US, public record).

The Year Score compares this year with other Compass years only. How we score it

Is 2014 a good year for the Compass?

Across the 20 Compass model years we track, complaint volume runs from 46 (2023) to 942 (2018). With 307 complaints, the 2014 Compass sits above 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

air bags
91
engine
91
seat belts
53
electrical system
36
vehicle speed control
35

Recalls affecting the 2014 Compass

seat belts:pretensioner

Campaign 16V668000

Chrysler (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.

engine

Campaign 13V552000

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2013 Dodge Avenger and Chrysler 200, and model year 2014 Jeep Compass and Patriot vehicles equipped with 2.4L engines. Due to abrasive debris in the balance shaft bearings, these engines may have a loss of engine oil pressure, possibly resulting in an engine stall or engine failure.

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 2014 ranks against the rest.

Compare the Compass against its rivals

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