2022 Jeep Compass: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2022 Jeep Compass: 4 recalls, 222 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.
Seats Vehicle recall #22V248000 · 2022 · 114 vehicles
What's wrong: 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."
Why it matters: Improperly welded head restraints can result in an increased risk of injury to seat occupants during a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace both front seat head restraints, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 3, 2022.
Electrical Vehicle recall #23V058000 · 2023 · 90 vehicles
What's wrong: 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."
Why it matters: 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.
The 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. Owner notification letters were mailed March 30, 2023.
Electrical Vehicle recall #23V576000 · 2023 · 181,999 vehicles
What's wrong: 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."
Why it matters: 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.
The fix: Dealers will update the body control module (bcm) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 29, 2023.
Backup camera Vehicle recall #24V436000 · 2024 · 1,033,433 vehicles
What's wrong: 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."
Why it matters: A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will update the radio software or the software will be ota, "over-the-air," free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning July 9, 2024.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 6 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Electrical (102): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (18), electrical failure (17), warning light on (17).
- Exterior lights (50): the most common themes are warning light on (10), stalls / loses power (2).
- Forward collision avoidance (46): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (11), electrical failure (6).
- Other / unknown (38): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (15), electrical failure (4).
The 2022 Jeep Compass has 222 owner complaints, ranking #7 of 20 Compass model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 185). Complaints peaked in 2023 (115 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 1 year old, at a median of 10,447 miles. Neighboring years: 2021 (80 complaints, 0 recalls), 2023 (46 complaints, 2 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 31 | 25 | Regular |
| 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic 9-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 22 | 30 | 25 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2022 Jeep Compass have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 vehicle recalls for the 2022 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 2022 Jeep Compass problems?
Owners have filed 222 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical (102), exterior lights (50), forward collision avoidance (46).
What gas mileage does the 2022 Jeep Compass get?
EPA ratings run up to 25 mpg combined (2.4 L, Automatic 6-spd), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2022 Jeep Compass repair manual?
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