2019 Jeep Compass problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Engine (78) · Service Brakes (30) · Electrical System (29)
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🛣️ Complaints by mileage
103 NHTSA complaints that reported an odometer reading.
Safety recalls (2)
Visibility:windshield Wiper/Washer:linkages 2020-04-09 · campaign 20V208000 · 425,599 vehicles
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ram 1500, 1500 Classic and Jeep Compass vehicles. The windshield wiper arm or arms may loosen, possibly causing the wipers to not operate properly and reduce the driver's visibility in certain weather conditions.
Risk: Reduced visibility increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the wiper nuts, free of charge. The recall began April 27, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W25.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:disc:caliper 2018-08-09 · campaign 18V523000 · 154,335 vehicles
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Dodge Grand Caravan and Jeep Compass, 2018 Dodge Journey, and 2019 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons on these vehicles may have an insufficient coating causing gas pockets to form, potentially reducing rear brake performance.
Risk: A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the vehicle's brake system, free of charge. The recall began September 29, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U86.
Service bulletins (371)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Electrical System 2026-08-25 · 08-323-26 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
service 4wd light illuminated customers must experience a malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illumination and the vehicle must symptom: exhibit/set the following diagnostic trouble code (dtc): ● c2260-63 - ecu internal performance - circuit component protection time-out customers may also comment on t
Engine 2026-06-30 · 112639 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
throttle body – none
Engine 2026-06-30 · 112640 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
throttle body – none
Engine 2026-06-18 · 112842 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
bolt - hex flange head
Structure:body 2026-06-05 · S2623000040 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
passive entry exterior door handle inoperative when touched to lock and or unlock.
Electrical System 2026-05-13 · 08-208-26 REV. A · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
radio message "power surge on usb detected" customers may comment on the following: ● the radio displays the message: “power surge on usb hub detected” fig. 1. note: after the message appears, no usb devices function in the hub (no charging, no data). note: hub operation does not return until the ve
Showing the 6 most recent of 371 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2026-10-24 · Exterior Lighting“i am reporting ongoing safety concerns involving my 2019 jeep compass trailhawk, including unexpected engine shutdowns, repeated battery failures, electrical malfunctions, and recurring check engine warnings despite regular maintenance and multiple repairs. in 2023, the vehicle’s automatic start-stop system malfunctioned, causing the vehicle to sh…”
2026-10-07 · Engine“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…”
2026-09-14 · Electrical System“after making a stop at a stop light the start/stop feature turned the vehicle off. when releasing the break instead of the car restarting, the vehicle stalled and applied the parking break.…”
2026-09-10 · Unknown Or Other“the jeep randomly said stop/safely vehicle will turn off soon and it quit and left me stranded at 11pm. i have taken it to several shops and no one seems to know how to fix the issue. …”
2026-08-31 · Visibility/Wiper“the central uconnect infotainment display completely failed, went black, and is entirely inoperable. because the screen is dead, the rear backup camera fails to display an image when the vehicle is shifted into reverse. this creates a severe safety hazard, drastically reduces rearward visibility, and places the vehicle in direct violation of federa…”
2026-08-17 · Vehicle Speed Control“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…”
2026-07-29 · Air Bags · 💥 crash“i was rear ended at a high rate of speed airbags didn’t deploy …”
2026-07-23 · Air Bags · 109,000 mi“the contact owns a 2019 jeep compass. the contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the driver’s side side-curtain air bag deployed unexpectedly. there was no injury reported. the dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 1…”
2026-07-20 · Engine“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 …”
2026-07-02 · Unknown Or Other“i own a 2019 jeep compass with approximately 72,000 miles. for the past two years, i have experienced intermittent electrical and brake system failures that have become more frequent and severe despite multiple repair attempts. while driving, especially when turning, braking, or driving over potholes or uneven roads, the vehicle suddenly displays …”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.