Jeep Compass Recalls (2022, 2023, 2026)

What recalls does the Jeep Compass have?

• 2026 Jeep Wrangler Backup Camera Recall (26V531) Repeat recall
  August 13, 2026 · 844,027 vehicles · Rearview Camera

  The rearview camera image may fail to display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

  Risk: A rearview camera image that fails to display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Radio software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge.

• 2021-2022 Dodge Durango Backup Camera Recall (24V436) Repeat recall
  June 13, 2024 · 1,033,433 vehicles · Rearview Camera

  The radio software may prevent the rearview image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

  Risk: A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will update the radio software or the software will be OTA, "Over-The-Air," free of charge.

• 2022-2023 Jeep Compass Instrument Cluster Recall (23V576) Repeat recall
  August 14, 2023 · 181,999 vehicles · Electrical System

  The brightness level of the instrument panel cluster (IPC) may not be adjustable due to incorrect software in the body control module (BCM). As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Control and Displays."

  Risk: An IPC display that is not bright enough may not clearly show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will update the body control module (BCM) software, free of charge.

• 2022 Jeep Compass Instrument Cluster Recall (23V058)
  February 9, 2023 · 90 vehicles · Electrical System

  The instrument panel center cluster display may be insufficiently illuminated and may not appear visible during daytime driving conditions. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Control and Displays."

  Risk: An instrument panel display that is not visible to the driver may result in the inability to see safety-critical information, such as the fuel gauge and warning lights, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the windshield and headlamp switch, add a light sensor module, and add a wiring jumper harness to allow the instrument panel center cluster display backlighting to function correctly, free of charge.

• 2022 Jeep Compass Head Restraint Recall (22V248)
  April 14, 2022 · 114 vehicles · Body, Doors and Seats

  The front seat head restraints were not welded properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 202, "Head Restraints."

  Risk: Improperly welded head restraints can result in an increased risk of injury to seat occupants during a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace both front seat head restraints, free of charge.

Which Compass parts are recalled most?

Which Compass model years have the most recalls?

How do I check my Compass for open recalls?

Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup. The lookup lists every open safety recall on that specific vehicle, so you will see which of the 5 Jeep Compass campaigns above apply to you. You can also ask any authorized Jeep dealer to run the VIN. The VIN is on your registration card, your insurance card, and a plate at the lower driver-side corner of the windshield. Brand-new recalls can take a few days to show up, so check again if you received a letter.

What are Compass owners reporting?

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA since 2020, by model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports, but the components that come up most often show where owners are having trouble.

Excerpts from owner complaints (unverified):

When driving I reversing my review camera appears to be lagging as well as sometimes it will start buzzing/ making a long beeping noise then the center screen will go dark and reset. This has occurred many times while reversing .

2022 JEEP Compass owner, Electrical System, NHTSA complaint 11634131

The cluster panel dimmer toggle for my 2022 Jeep Compass does not work correctly anymore. It stays very bright even at night and I cannot adjust it darker.

2022 JEEP Compass owner, Exterior Lighting, NHTSA complaint 11505220

The contact owns a 2023 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that the message to service the START/STOP system was displayed. The contact stated while driving 25 MPH, the emergency brake activated independently. The contact had to press the START button again for the vehicle to move.

2023 JEEP Compass owner, Electrical System, NHTSA complaint 11657527

Can a recall make your Compass a lemon in California?

A recall alone does not make a Jeep Compass a lemon. California's Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act looks at whether a warranty defect substantially impairs the vehicle's use, value or safety and was not fixed within a reasonable number of repair attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).

3 of the 5 recalls listed here follow an earlier campaign on the same component, which can mean a first fix did not work. Most are single-repair campaigns, but repeat visits for any covered defect still count.

Within the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, California presumes the manufacturer had enough chances if the same defect was repaired two or more times when it is likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for any covered defect, or the vehicle was out of service more than 30 days in total (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Written notice to the manufacturer is required in some cases, and owners outside that window can still have a claim. An owner who prevails can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.

What to keep: every repair order, the recall owner letters, your purchase or lease contract, and a log of dates, mileage and symptoms. Make sure every visit is written up, even when the dealer says it found nothing.

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Other Jeep models with recalls

• Cherokee: 9 recalls
• Compass: 5 recalls
• Gladiator: 14 recalls
• Grand Cherokee: 38 recalls
• Grand Cherokee 4XE: 13 recalls
• Grand Cherokee L: 14 recalls
• Grand Wagoneer: 16 recalls
• Grand Wagoneer L: 5 recalls
• Renegade: 2 recalls
• Wagoneer: 14 recalls
• Wagoneer L: 3 recalls
• Wagoneer S: 6 recalls
• Wrangler: 29 recalls
• Wrangler 4XE: 5 recalls

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