The Lemon Index2019 Jeep Compass.
The 2019 Jeep Compass is about average by owner complaints: 135 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 87, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about engine, it has 2 recalls, and it gets 25 to 26 mpg combined. The best Jeep Compass year is 2013.
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 330 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Jeep Compass year. 2019 is highlighted. Lower is better.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
When owners reported problems. From owner complaints to the government.
Most owners who filed a complaint with NHTSA had 1K to 42K miles on the car (103 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
- engine complaints mostly came at 1K–40K miles
- electrical complaints mostly came at 2K–45K miles
- transmission & drivetrain complaints mostly came at 2K–47K miles
Recalls 2
- visibility 2020
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.
- brakes 2018
The rear brake caliper pistons on these vehicles may have an insufficient coating causing gas pockets to form, potentially reducing rear brake performance.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Problems Jeep told dealers about
Jeep sent dealers 371 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- SEAL, Input If looking to replace stubshaft due to ATX fluid leaking, do not replace PTU seals
- Engine Vibration Noise or Feeling When Shifting into Gear This bulletin involves replacing the…
- Steering Wheel Switches, Terrain Switch Inoperative, Backup Camera Display Has No Grid Lines
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Government investigations
- ClosedFalse overheat leading to loss of motive power2022–2023
NHTSA looks into a problem when enough owners report it. Many end in a recall.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jeep Compass SUV FWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
| Jeep Compass SUV AWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $2450–2550 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 2.4L 4-cyl.
In owners' words
My car is consuming to much oil it doesnât have a linking, I have to put 2 -1/4 every week and the car stop stop when is on the middle of the traffic on the highway
2019 Jeep Compass owner · NHTSA complaint 11473410
More owner reports
Check engine light comes on and car will not crank; everything else works. Let car sit and it finally starts. Dealership says no codes show up. Happened 5 times since car was purchased 12/24/19.
NHTSA complaint 11206198
On three separate occasions our newly leased 2019 Jeep Compass stalled while at high speed. We all had to pull over with out power steering. This happened shortly after we pulled out on to a main road from our neighborhood.
NHTSA complaint 11282843
Quick answers
Is the 2019 Jeep Compass reliable?
About average by government complaints. It drew 1.1× fewer complaints than average filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 87; 100 is average, lower is better). The best Jeep Compass year by this measure is 2013.
What are the most common 2019 Jeep Compass problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are engine (51%), electrical (41%) and brakes (17%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2019 Jeep Compass have?
2 safety recalls (latest: visibility). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2019 Jeep Compass get?
25 to 26 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2019 Jeep Compass safe?
NHTSA gave it 4 out of 5 stars overall in its best tested version. Ratings differ by body style, and the full table is on the advanced page.
At what mileage do 2019 Jeep Compass problems start?
Half of the owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 1,900 and 42,000 miles. The middle report was at 12,000 miles, from 103 complaints.
Does the 2019 Jeep Compass have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues make up 11% of its owner complaints.
How much does the 2019 Jeep Compass cost in fuel a year?
About $2450 to $2550 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2019 Jeep Compass have?
2.4L 4-cyl.
What Jeep Compass year is better than the 2019?
By owner complaints per car sold, the best recent years are 2013, 2015 and 2021.
Lemon Index = safety complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model year. 100 is average; lower is better. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works