2015 Jeep Compass problems
What owners report to NHTSA, grouped by component, with the recalls that cover them.
NHTSA has 113 owner complaints on file for the 2015 Jeep Compass, filed between 2015-04-16 and 2026-05-19. The most common problem areas are the engine (30, 27%), electrical system (22, 19%) and air bags (16, 14%). Owners reported 4 crashes, 2 fires and 7 injuries in these complaints. NHTSA lists 1 recall for this model year.
Last updated: · Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases
2015 Jeep Compass complaints by component
| Component | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 30 | 27% | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Unknown or other | 29 | 26% | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Electrical system | 22 | 19% | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Air bags | 16 | 14% | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| Vehicle speed control | 15 | 13% | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Seats | 12 | 11% | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Power train | 10 | 9% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 8 | 7% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 6 | 5% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 6 | 5% | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Steering | 4 | 4% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 3 | 3% | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 2 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 2 | 2% | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Seat belts | 2 | 2% | 1 | 0 | 1 |
A complaint can name several components, so shares can add up to more than 100%. Crashes, fires and injuries are as reported by owners.
The top problem areas, in plain English
Each summary is built from the complaint counts and NHTSA recall notices, not from individual owner stories.
Engine: 30 complaints
- 30 complaints of 113 (27%) name the engine.
- 9 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 1 crash, 1 fire and 1 injury in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Jeep Compass covers this system.
Electrical system: 22 complaints
- 22 complaints of 113 (19%) name the electrical system — wiring, battery and charging, fuses, control modules and in-car electronics.
- 9 of them also name the engine; owners reported 1 crash, 1 fire and 2 injuries in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Jeep Compass covers this system.
Air bags: 16 complaints
- 16 complaints of 113 (14%) name the air bags — frontal, side and curtain air bags, their crash sensors and control module.
- 2 of them also name the seats; owners reported 3 crashes and 1 injury in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Jeep Compass covers this system.
Vehicle speed control: 15 complaints
- 15 complaints of 113 (13%) name the vehicle speed control — cruise control and accelerator/throttle control.
- 4 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 1 injury in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Jeep Compass covers this system.
Seats: 12 complaints
- 12 complaints of 113 (11%) name the seats — seats, seat frames, adjusters and head restraints.
- 2 of them also name the air bags; owners reported 1 injury in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Jeep Compass covers this system.
Power train: 10 complaints
- 10 complaints of 113 (9%) name the power train — the transmission, transfer case, driveshafts and axles.
- 5 of them also name the electrical system; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Jeep Compass covers this system.
When the complaints were filed
| Year filed | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2016 | 2 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2018 | 13 |
| 2019 | 20 |
| 2020 | 13 |
| 2021 | 17 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2024 | 8 |
| 2025 | 5 |
| 2026 | 3 |
What is counted
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the model names COMPASS, model year 2015. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is NHTSA's confirmed safety defect. See the 2015 Jeep Compass recalls.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Jeep Compass?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2015 Jeep Compass's most common problem areas are the engine (30 of 113 complaints), electrical system (22 of 113 complaints) and air bags (16 of 113 complaints).
How many complaints does the 2015 Jeep Compass have?
NHTSA has 113 owner complaints on file for the 2015 Jeep Compass, including 4 reported crashes and 2 reported fires.
Is there a recall for the 2015 Jeep Compass's problems?
NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2015 Jeep Compass; 0 of the top 6 complaint areas have a matching recall. Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN for open recalls.