The Lemon Index2022 Jeep Compass.
The 2022 Jeep Compass is worse than average by owner complaints: 201 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 190, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about electrical, it has 4 recalls, and it gets 25 mpg combined. The best Jeep Compass year is 2013.
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 225 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Jeep Compass year. 2022 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 5K to 18K miles on the car (33 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
- electrical complaints mostly came at 8K–17K miles
Recalls 4
- back over prevention 2024
The radio software may prevent the rearview image from displaying.
- electrical 2023
The brightness level of the instrument panel cluster (IPC) may not be adjustable due to incorrect software in the body control module (BCM).
- electrical 2023
The instrument panel center cluster display may be insufficiently illuminated and may not appear visible during daytime driving conditions.
Show all 4 recalls
- seats 2022
The front seat head restraints were not welded properly.
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 393 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- Battery Drain Concern, Dual USB Port Normal Operational Draw, Extended Illumination Or…
- Driver Airbag with Module Damper Model year 2022 Jeep Compass, Jeep GrandCherokee L, Jeep…
- Telematic box module 2 For customer concern of Uconnect box error popup on the screen every…
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jeep Compass SUV AWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
| Jeep Compass SUV FWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $2550 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 2.4L 4-cyl.
In owners' words
Cluster digital display appears dim in the daylight with minimum backlighting
2022 Jeep Compass owner · NHTSA complaint 11517432
More owner reports
Vehciel frequently jurks will driving in low speed ; this issue is sinec I bought the car new. Front collision ð¥ light comes off automatically and I have to reset it manually. Also the AEB light came off for no reason.
NHTSA complaint 11543280
Jeep shuts off while driving when foot is removed from petal has to come to complete stop before it can be restarted
NHTSA complaint 11541878
Quick answers
Is the 2022 Jeep Compass reliable?
No, it is worse than average by government complaints. It drew 1.9× the average car's complaints filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 190; 100 is average, lower is better). The best Jeep Compass year by this measure is 2013.
What are the most common 2022 Jeep Compass problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are electrical (48%), automatic emergency braking (28%) and lights (25%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2022 Jeep Compass have?
4 safety recalls (latest: back over prevention). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2022 Jeep Compass get?
25 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2022 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 2022 Jeep Compass problems start?
Half of the owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 5,200 and 18,400 miles. The middle report was at 10,400 miles, from 33 complaints.
Does the 2022 Jeep Compass have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues aren't among its top 5 complaint areas.
How much does the 2022 Jeep Compass cost in fuel a year?
About $2550 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2022 Jeep Compass have?
2.4L 4-cyl.
What Jeep Compass year is better than the 2022?
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