2024 Jeep Compass problems
What owners report to NHTSA, grouped by component, with the recalls that cover them.
NHTSA has 52 owner complaints on file for the 2024 Jeep Compass, filed between 2024-10-05 and 2026-08-09. The most common problem areas are the forward collision avoidance (25, 48%), electrical system (18, 35%) and lane departure (9, 17%). Owners reported 6 crashes, 1 fire and 3 injuries in these complaints. NHTSA lists 0 recalls for this model year.
Last updated: · Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases
2024 Jeep Compass complaints by component
| Component | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forward collision avoidance | 25 | 48% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 18 | 35% | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Lane departure | 9 | 17% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown or other | 8 | 15% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 7 | 13% | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Power train | 6 | 12% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 5 | 10% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Air bags | 4 | 8% | 4 | 0 | 3 |
| Exterior lighting | 3 | 6% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 3 | 6% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Back over prevention | 2 | 4% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seat belts | 2 | 4% | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Steering | 2 | 4% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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.
Forward collision avoidance: 25 complaints
- 25 complaints of 52 (48%) name the forward collision avoidance — forward-collision warning and automatic emergency braking.
- 8 of them also name the lane departure; owners reported 1 crash in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Jeep Compass covers this system.
Electrical system: 18 complaints
- 18 complaints of 52 (35%) name the electrical system — wiring, battery and charging, fuses, control modules and in-car electronics.
- 7 of them also name the forward collision avoidance; owners reported 1 crash and 1 fire in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Jeep Compass covers this system.
Lane departure: 9 complaints
- 9 complaints of 52 (17%) name the lane departure — lane-departure warning and lane-keeping assist.
- 8 of them also name the forward collision avoidance; owners reported 1 crash in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Jeep Compass covers this system.
Engine: 7 complaints
- 7 complaints of 52 (13%) name the engine.
- 5 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 1 crash and 1 fire in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Jeep Compass covers this system.
Power train: 6 complaints
- 6 complaints of 52 (12%) name the power train — the transmission, transfer case, driveshafts and axles.
- Owners reported 1 crash in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Jeep Compass covers this system.
Service brakes: 5 complaints
- 5 complaints of 52 (10%) name the service brakes — the foot-brake system: pads, rotors, calipers, lines and ABS.
- 3 of them also name the electrical system; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Jeep Compass covers this system.
When the complaints were filed
| Year filed | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 4 |
| 2025 | 23 |
| 2026 | 25 |
What is counted
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the model names COMPASS, model year 2024. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is NHTSA's confirmed safety defect. See the 2024 Jeep Compass recalls.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2024 Jeep Compass?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2024 Jeep Compass's most common problem areas are the forward collision avoidance (25 of 52 complaints), electrical system (18 of 52 complaints) and lane departure (9 of 52 complaints).
How many complaints does the 2024 Jeep Compass have?
NHTSA has 52 owner complaints on file for the 2024 Jeep Compass, including 6 reported crashes and 1 reported fire.
Is there a recall for the 2024 Jeep Compass's problems?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2024 Jeep Compass. Complaints alone do not trigger a free repair.