2023 Jeep Compass problems, complaints & recalls

Updated Oct 11, 2026 from NHTSA data · How we count

Owners have filed 46 complaints with NHTSA about the 2023 Jeep Compass, most often about electrical system. There are 2 recalls for this model year.

Complaints: 46
Recalls: 2
Crashes: 2
Fires: 0
Injuries: 1
Median mileage: 10,000 mi

Key facts

Electrical System is the most-reported problem area, named in 14 of 46 complaints (30%).
Driver Assistance & Safety Tech (12) and steering (7) follow.
Half of the complaints that list mileage happened before 10,000 mi.
Owners reported 2 crashes, 0 fires and 1 injury.
The 2023 Jeep Compass has 2 recalls on file.
It ranks 13th of 20 Jeep Compass model years by our severity-weighted complaint score (1st = worst).
That is 79% fewer complaints than the 2022 model year (222).

A complaint can mention more than one problem area, so categories add up to more than the total.

Most-reported components

Component (as filed with NHTSA)	Complaints
Electrical system	12
Steering	7
Engine	7
Forward collision avoidance: automatic emergency braking	6
Power train	6
Unknown or other	6
Exterior lighting	4
Forward collision avoidance: warnings	4

When problems happen (mileage)

Mileage at the time of the problem, for 2023 Jeep Compass complaints that list mileage.

2023 Jeep Compass recalls (2)

Recall 24V436000Jun 13, 20241,033,433 vehicles
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Chrysler (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."
Risk: A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the radio software or the software will be OTA, "Over-The-Air," free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning July 9, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's numbers for this recall are 66B and 79B.
Recall 23V576000Aug 14, 2023181,999 vehicles
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Chrysler (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."
Risk: An IPC display that is not bright enough may not clearly show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the body control module (BCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 29, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 88A.

Recent 2023 Jeep Compass complaints

Excerpts of the newest owner complaints, lightly cleaned of personal details. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Filed Sep 22, 2026CADriver Assistance & Safety TechElectrical SystemSteering
Multiple electronic/body-control systems fail intermittently, confirmed by dealer diagnostics (DTC summary report, 5+ service visits): Active Lane Management/Blind Spot system shows "blind spot alert unavailable" and lane-keep faults, mainly during turns and lane crossings (DTC U0422-00, "Implausible Data Received From Body Control Module," stored across ACC, LBSS, RBSS modules). Rear camera intermittently fails to display (DTC B217A-87 "Rear Camera-Missing Message,"…
NHTSA complaint #11766194 · source
Filed May 27, 2026FLSteering
Steering rack needs to be replaced per dealership. Reported loud clunking noise when turning. Not covered under warranty. Was told it was regular car maintenance. 49k miles with bumper to bumper expired a month before complaint. Have noted in forums multiple complaints for same issue yet jeep refuses to cover.
NHTSA complaint #11740475 · source
Filed Apr 30, 2026OHOther / Unknown
The heating unit isn’t working. It blows out cold air when on hot and sometimes it switches to different setting for the heating unit.
NHTSA complaint #11734748 · source
Filed Feb 6, 2026NYElectrical SystemAcceleration & Cruise ControlSteering
NHTSA Safety Complaint Summary Component: Braking System / Electronic Stability Control / Electrical System Incident Date: November 5, 2025 Vehicle Mileage: 5,207 Description of Defect: While operating the vehicle at highway speeds on the Grand Central Parkway, the vehicle suffered a sudden and complete loss of primary braking function. Simultaneously, the dashboard displayed multiple critical system failures, including: "Service Electronic Stability Control," "Start/Stop…
NHTSA complaint #11716183 · source
Filed Jan 29, 2026CASeats & Seat Belts
I am filing this complaint regarding a deceptive business practice at Haddad Dodge Kia involving the falsification of official vehicle service records and the mishandling of safety-critical repairs. 1. Verification of Safety Defect: In December 2025, a technician at this dealership confirmed a failure in my vehicle's occupant restraint system (seat belts). Parts were ordered under warranty specifically to address this safety risk. 2. Failure to Perform and Misrepresentation:…
NHTSA complaint #11714177 · source
Filed Jan 6, 202630,023 miNJTowedFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
The contact's granddaughter owns a 2023 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that while her granddaughter was driving approximately 65 MPH with her daughter in the vehicle, there was an abnormal fuel odor entering the vehicle. No warning light was illuminated. The contact pulled into an auto shop parking lot. The contact stated that an independent mechanic from the auto shop inspected the vehicle and noticed that a fuel clip was needed. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was…
NHTSA complaint #11709070 · source
Filed Dec 18, 2025NVDriver Assistance & Safety TechElectrical SystemLighting
I am submitting this complaint to report a serious and repeated safety-related electrical failure involving my 2023 Jeep Compass. While driving, the vehicle experienced a sudden and dangerous electrical malfunction. The windshield wipers activated on their own, both digital screens began flashing uncontrollably with warning messages, headlights and dashboard controls turned on and off without driver input. Most critically, the automatic emergency braking system became…
NHTSA complaint #11705938 · source
Filed Dec 10, 2025TXTransmission & Drivetrain
1) The Power Take-Off Unit (PTU) in the drivetrain failed suddenly while driving at approximately 60 mph. This is a critical drivetrain component responsible for transferring power. The PTU is currently at the Jeep dealership where the repair order is open, and it is available for inspection upon request. 2) The PTU failure caused the vehicle to lose the ability to operate safely and became inoperable in the middle of travel on the highway. This placed my husband and son at…
NHTSA complaint #11704292 · source

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Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data, as of Oct 11, 2026. 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