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2022 Jeep Compass: common problems and reliability
One of the worst Compass years.
One of the Jeep Compass years to avoid. All Compass years
222 owner complaints, most about electrical system. 4 recalls.
Should I buy a 2022 Compass?The 2022 Jeep Compass has 222 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 4 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are electrical system and exterior lighting.
Safety record for the 2022 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2022 Jeep Compass vehicles (US, public record).
The Year Score compares this year with other Compass years only. How we score it
Is 2022 a good year for the Compass?
Across the 20 Compass model years we track, complaint volume runs from 46 (2023) to 942 (2018). With 222 complaints, the 2022 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
Recalls affecting the 2022 Compass
seats:front assembly:head restraint
Campaign 22V248000Chrysler (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."
electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
Campaign 23V058000Chrysler (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."
electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
Campaign 23V576000Chrysler (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."
back over prevention: sensing system: camera
Campaign 24V436000Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Dodge Durango, 2021-2023 Chrysler Pacifica, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, 2022 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, Chrysler Voyager, 2022-2023 Jeep Compass, Grand Cherokee, Wagoneer, Grand Wagoneer, and Ram Promaster vehicles. The radio software may prevent the rearview image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
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
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