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2020 Jeep Compass: recalls and problems

1 recall and 140 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is engine.

1recalls
140complaints
3crashes reported
2fires reported
3injuries reported

Recalls

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Most common problems

  • Engine79 · 56%
  • Electrical System66 · 47%
  • Unknown Or Other29 · 21%
  • Power Train28 · 20%
  • Vehicle Speed Control7 · 5%
  • Service Brakes6 · 4%
  • Steering6 · 4%
  • Wheels4 · 3%
  • Visibility/Wiper4 · 3%
  • Fuel/Propulsion System4 · 3%

What owners report

Electrical System

My start/stop battery keeps dying , causing my regular battery to die !

Power Train,Electrical System,Service Brakes

I drove myself and my passenger to our destination without issue. after the vehicle was parked for approximately three hours, i started it and drove toward the exit lane leading to the main road. i stopped completely before exiting and was traveling approximately 10 mph as i crossed toward the leftmost turning lane. suddenly, the dashboard displayed a “high coolant temperature” warning, the check engine light illumin

Electrical System

Unknown. vehicle has been inspected prior for electrical issues while under warranty. dealer claims no issue. backup camera does not work, vehicle temperature settings are not accessible on screen.

Steering,Suspension,Wheels

Within the first month of ownership i began hearing a noise from the right front of the vehicle consistent with a brake or suspension issue. i reported this to the selling dealer repeatedly during that first month; it was not resolved. the noise continued and worsened over the following year, eventually also affecting the right rear. at approximately 20,000 miles, an independent licensed inspection mechanic found tha

Excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. They are owner reports and have not been verified.

Crash-test ratings

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2020 Jeep Compass SUV AWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
2020 Jeep Compass SUV FWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

Source: NHTSA recalls, complaints and NCAP APIs, covering Compass. Last refreshed 2026-09-29.