The Lemon Index2020 Jeep Compass.
The 2020 Jeep Compass is better than average by owner complaints: 72 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 68, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about engine, it has 1 recall, 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 143 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Jeep Compass year. 2020 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 4K to 61K miles on the car (32 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 2K–40K miles
Recalls 1
- 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.
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 408 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- Engine Vibration Noise or Feeling When Shifting into Gear This bulletin involves replacing the…
- Intelligent Battery Sensor-IBS Installation, Battery Charging Message, Start Stop Charging…
- 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 AWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
| Jeep Compass SUV FWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $2450–2550 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 2.4L 4-cyl.
In owners' words
Vehicle experience a dashboard message stating âHigh Coolant Temperatureâ or âCoolant Temperature Too Highâ followed by an immediate engine shutdown.â it happens while I'm driving or at a idle.
2020 Jeep Compass owner · NHTSA complaint 11547790
More owner reports
Burning or loosing coolant, no leaks or busted hoses.
NHTSA complaint 11477290
Vehicle states coolant high and check engine light comes on and care will not start.
NHTSA complaint 11540965
Quick answers
Is the 2020 Jeep Compass reliable?
Yes, better than average by government complaints. It drew 1.5× fewer complaints than average filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 68; 100 is average, lower is better). The best Jeep Compass year by this measure is 2013.
What are the most common 2020 Jeep Compass problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are engine (58%), electrical (44%) and transmission & drivetrain (14%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2020 Jeep Compass have?
1 safety recall (latest: visibility). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2020 Jeep Compass get?
25 to 26 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2020 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 2020 Jeep Compass problems start?
Half of the owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 4,000 and 61,300 miles. The middle report was at 21,600 miles, from 32 complaints.
Does the 2020 Jeep Compass have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues make up 14% of its owner complaints.
How much does the 2020 Jeep Compass cost in fuel a year?
About $2450 to $2550 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2020 Jeep Compass have?
2.4L 4-cyl.
What Jeep Compass year is better than the 2020?
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