2019 Jeep Compass engine problems

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No recalls on file.

What owners say

1. Filed Oct 7, 2026TXEngine

   In July 2024 the engine blew a rod causing catastrophic engine failure causing our daughters Jeep while driving down [XXX] in San Antonio to lift off the ground from the force and leaving her no where to get to safety with no shoulder. Only being some months and 1505 miles out of warranty they denied any goodwill. This specific engine was the same motor that was involved in the Wood, et al. v. FCA US, LLC class action lawsuit. The Jeep was well maintenanced and no indication…

   NHTSA complaint #11769740 · source
2. Filed Aug 17, 2026OHEngineAcceleration & Cruise ControlTransmission & Drivetrain

   When driving it will randomly stall out/shut off in the middle of an intersection or just while driving in general. While also giving a message about the coolant temperature

   NHTSA complaint #11757536 · source
3. Filed Jul 20, 2026MAElectrical SystemEngine

   While driving through a tunnel in Boston, MA, the vehicle shut off completely without warning and could not be restarted. The dashboard displayed multiple warning lights and the engine would not crank (clicking sound only). I was stranded inside an active tunnel in live traffic, requiring a Massachusetts State Police response and a tow. The dealer diagnosed a shorted starter, and during the same repair found the radiator leaking from its lower corner seam with no coolant…

   NHTSA complaint #11751519 · source
4. Filed Jun 1, 2026TNElectrical SystemEngineTransmission & Drivetrain

   Experienced countless "high coolant temp" followed by power loss and engine shutoff, yes—while driving—like everyone else. NHTSA CAMPAIGN: PE22013 Search it and read. They investigated it already & ruled it not dangerous enough. It took me spending so much money trying different fixes, then countless hours searching for a solution to finally realize that full investigation case was tucked away years ago. No big deal apparently. The conclusion gets it wrong of course. Part of…

   NHTSA complaint #11741196 · source
5. Filed May 26, 2026OHEngine

   I have to continually add motor oil to my engine. Every 1,000-1,500 miles I need a quart of oil added. There should be a recall to address this issue.

   NHTSA complaint #11740089 · source
6. Filed Mar 30, 2026AZBrakesElectrical SystemEngine

   After replacing both batteries in my jeep compass 2019. The “Stop safely vehicle will shut down” message kept coming on. In traffic the car shut off completely and wouldn’t start. This is a reoccurring issue and jeep doesn’t care. It needs to be fixed. To shut off completely during driving is a safety hazard!!!

   NHTSA complaint #11727899 · source
7. Filed Mar 26, 2026PAElectrical SystemEngineAcceleration & Cruise Control

   -Vehicle would not start several times, this occurred just after purchasing, then battery was replaced and it occurred again over the course of 8 months. -A few days ago after getting the jeep to start, the RPM would not go >2 and the speed would not increase >20 MPH. This happened on PA220 with speed limit of 40MPH causing a near-wreck when pulling out onto the road and not being able to accelerate to the flow of oncoming traffic. My 6 year old child was in the vehicle with…

   NHTSA complaint #11727330 · source
8. Filed Mar 25, 2026NJEngine

   I was driving to work at about 4:30am and was stopped at a stoplight. When the light turned green I tried to accelarate and the engine stalled. The engine temperature warning light came on. I waited a few minutes and the vehicle started right up.

   NHTSA complaint #11726941 · source
9. Filed Mar 25, 2026NJEngine

   I was driving home from work and stopped at the stoplight. When the light turned green, I tried to accelerate and the engine stalled. The service engine, electronic throttle control and the stop/start system warning lights all came on. I waited a few minutes and restarted the engine.

   NHTSA complaint #11726938 · source
10. Filed Mar 19, 2026NJEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

    Going into a turn oil light flashed briefly and car completely shut down mid turn this happend 2 times in a month i have previously logged a complaint where the start stop did a similar shutdown in middle of driving this is extremely dangerous the issue is all over the forums on jeep someone will die as a result of this and nothing is being done its a real life saftey issue!!!

    NHTSA complaint #11725720 · source
11. Filed Feb 22, 2026WAEngine

    2019 jeep compass, 65k miles Car started having misfires while accelerating and decreasing speeds.It stayed pretty consistent at all speeds! Shortly after the car overheated and stated coolant temperature too high. Had it diagnosed and it was confirmed oil is mixing in with the coolant meaning blown head gasket and more than likely engine rebuild/new engine. All regular maintenance has ALWAYS been done. It is absolutely unacceptable that so many people are reporting this…

    NHTSA complaint #11719774 · source
12. Filed Jan 6, 2026TNElectrical SystemEngineOther / Unknown

    My vehicle has experienced multiple incidents of sudden engine shutdown while driving, accompanied by a dashboard warning stating “High Coolant Temperature.” These shutdowns occur without warning and while the vehicle is in motion, resulting in loss of engine power and creating a dangerous situation in traffic. The error immediately goes away making it difficult to record in enough time. Authorized repair centers have been unable to recreate the issue due to no fault codes…

    NHTSA complaint #11709251 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology