2017 Jeep Compass: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2017 Jeep Compass: 4 recalls, 229 owner complaints and up to 25 mpg combined.
Recalls
4 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #17V301000 · 2017 · 4,705 vehicles
What's wrong: The left front halfshaft May not be properly seated, and, as a result, it May disengage from the transmission and/or break.
Why it matters: If the left front halfshaft disengages or breaks, the vehicle will have a loss of drive. Additionally, if the vehicle is parked without using the parking brake, the vehicle May roll, despite being in 'park.' either condition May increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Chrysler will notify owners, dealers will inspect the left front halfshaft for engagement and replace any that are not properly engaged in the transmission, free of charge. The recall began on June 12, 2017.
Equipment Vehicle recall #17V433000 · 2017 · 12,989 vehicles
What's wrong: The affected vehicles have user's guides that contain incorrect information regarding the jump start procedure, specifically, the polarity of the battery terminals are reversed in the battery terminal graphic.
Why it matters: If a customer follows the user's guide, they May hook up the battery jumper cables incorrectly, increasing their risk of injury.
The fix: Chrysler will notify owners and will replace the user's guides with a corrected version, free of charge. The recall began August 22, 2017.
Electrical Vehicle recall #17V740000 · 2017 · 25,823 vehicles
What's wrong: The brightness of the backlighting for the instrument panel cluster (ipc) cannot be adjusted. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 101, "controls and displays."
Why it matters: An instrument cluster that is too bright, and cannot be dimmed, can reduce the driver's ability to see at night, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update ipc software, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 8, 2018.
Equipment Vehicle recall #17V824000 · 2017 · 61,791 vehicles
What's wrong: A list of the affected trailer models is available at: https://static.NHTSA.gov/odi/rcl/2017/rmisc-17v824-0103.pdf. These extinguishers May become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle May detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the…
Why it matters: If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.
The fix: Chrysler will notify owners instructing them to contact kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began February 14, 2018.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 3 mention a fire, 3 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Electrical (86): the most common themes are electrical failure (38), stalls / loses power (24), warning light on (15).
- Engine (71): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (37), electrical failure (19), warning light on (17).
- Other / unknown (64): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (17), electrical failure (15).
- Transmission & drivetrain (42): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (15), warning light on (11), stalls / loses power (11).
The 2017 Jeep Compass has 229 owner complaints, ranking #6 of 20 Compass model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 185). Complaints peaked in 2020 (53 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 3 years old, at a median of 28,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2016 (293 complaints, 1 recalls), 2018 (944 complaints, 6 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 | 28 | 25 | Regular |
| 2.0 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 | 30 | 25 | Regular |
| 2.4 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 22 | 27 | 24 | Regular |
| 2.0 L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 26 | 24 | Regular |
| 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 27 | 23 | Regular |
| 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 20 | 25 | 22 | Regular |
| 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4-Wheel Drive | 20 | 23 | 21 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2017 Jeep Compass have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 vehicle recalls for the 2017 Jeep Compass. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2017 Jeep Compass problems?
Owners have filed 229 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical (86), engine (71), other / unknown (64).
What gas mileage does the 2017 Jeep Compass get?
EPA ratings run up to 25 mpg combined (2.4 L, Manual 5-spd), across 7 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2017 Jeep Compass repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.