2015 Jeep Compass problems, complaints & recalls

2026-05-19 · Unknown Or Other

“both headrests on our 2015 jeep compass have deployed. it happened while parked in our driveway and without warnings or symptoms. the headrest in the passenger's side happened first, then maybe two months later the headrest in the driver's side deployed. both times the car was in the driveway not in use. this is a safety hazard because in case of a…”

2026-02-17 · Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:crank/Camshaft Position Sensor · 95,000 mi

“the contact owns a 2015 jeep compass. the contact stated that while driving approximately 40 mph, the vehicle stalled. the contact stated that a pedestrian assisted with jumpstarting the vehicle, and the vehicle moved several feet but stalled again. the police arrived, but a police report was not taken. the vehicle was towed to the residence. the v…”

2026-01-02 · Unknown Or Other

“i'm not sure if these are related incidents or not, but at the end of nov. 2025 i was driving in heavy traffic when all of a sudden i noticed a warning light on the dash came on. then as i kept going another light, and another, each one about a minute apart until all of the warning lights were on. then the car started cutting out and then it just d…”

2025-09-29 · Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking

“component or system involved: abs module (anti-lock braking system), with apparent impact on transmission and engine performance. the component is still installed in the vehicle and available for inspection upon request. safety risk: the vehicle will not drive over 45 mph or exceed 3,000 rpm, which presents a serious safety risk when attempting to…”

2025-08-02 · Seats

“passenger headrest exploded while parked - thankfully it happened overnight while no one was in the seat. i checked online and there’s tons of reports of this exact issue with no way to repair it or recall it. there’s only the option to replace it from a parts store and it’s $500. please enforce this as a recall. …”

2025-05-29 · Seats:front Assembly:head Restraint

“the contact owns a 2015 jeep compass. the contact stated that while reversing, the front driver’s side headrest unexpectedly deployed. the contact stated that there was no impact to cause the headrest to deploy, creating a safety hazard for the driver. the vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the plastic brack…”

2025-03-31 · Air Bags · 154,500 mi

“the contact owns a 2015 jeep compass. the contact stated while driving 25 mph, the air bag warning light illuminated. the contact stated that the air bag warning light was illuminated intermittently. the contact inquired with the dealer if there was a recall associated with the vin. the local dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not diagn…”

2025-01-04 · Seats

“driver's side headrest exploded. fortunately, the car was parked at the time, so no injuries. i understand that this is a known defect, but that a recall still hasn't been issued.…”

2024-12-31 · Power Train

“the minute the front tires start to slip on any surface, i lose power in the engine, i don't have front wheel drive or 4x4. the 4x4 light comes on the dash with an exclamation point and flashes. it rear drive shaft doesn't engage. this makes my vehicle useless. the smallest amount of mud, snow or ice/slush-the vehicle just doesn't work. its very da…”

2024-08-10 · Unknown Or Other

“this jeep compass had been a nightmare since we got it. the 4wheel drive/parking break is stuck on. we gave had it replaced already, the repair lasted a week. and now it's stuck on again. it's dangerous. it's costing us gas money, repair money, we have to keep replacing our brakes. we drive 50 minutes to and from work each way 5 days a week. ontop …”