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2016 Jeep Compass recalls & problems

The 2016 Jeep Compass has 1 safety recall and 293 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is engine (135 complaints).

Recalls1safety recalls
Complaints293filed by owners
Crashes · fires9 · 2reported in complaints
Injuries · deaths15 · 0reported in complaints
2016 Jeep Compass in an NHTSA crash test
NHTSA crash test

Safety recalls

Engine and engine coolingDec 16, 2016

Engine

Recall 16V90700042,231 vehicles

Problem
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Dodge Journey, Jeep Compass, and Jeep Patriot vehicles manufactured May 9, 2016, to July 15, 2016. The crankshaft or camshaft sensor may only work intermittently, causing the engine to stall.
Risk
If the engine stalls, there is an increased the risk of a crash.
Fix
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the crankshaft or camshaft sensor connector, free of charge. The recall began February 8, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S89.

Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. A recall listed here may already have been fixed on a particular car: enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls.

Crash test ratings

2016 Jeep Compass SUV 4WD

OverallNot Rated
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crashNot Rated
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk16.4%

2016 Jeep Compass SUV 2WD

OverallNot Rated
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crashNot Rated
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk18.5%
2016 Jeep Compass NHTSA side crash test
NHTSA side barrier crash test

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program). Ratings are comparable only between vehicles of similar size and weight, and ratings from 2011 on use tougher tests than earlier years. Photos: NHTSA.

Fuel economy

Compass FWD

25mpg combined
City / highway23 / 28 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2.4 L · 4 cyl · Manual 5-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,700/year to fuel

Compass FWD

25mpg combined
City / highway23 / 30 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2 L · 4 cyl · Manual 5-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,700/year to fuel

Compass FWD

24mpg combined
City / highway22 / 26 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (variable gear ratios) · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,800/year to fuel

Compass 4WD

24mpg combined
City / highway22 / 27 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2.4 L · 4 cyl · Manual 5-spd · 4-Wheel Drive · about $2,800/year to fuel

Compass FWD

23mpg combined
City / highway21 / 27 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2.4 L · 4 cyl · Automatic 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,900/year to fuel

Compass 4WD

22mpg combined
City / highway20 / 25 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2.4 L · 4 cyl · Automatic 6-spd · 4-Wheel Drive · about $3,050/year to fuel

Compass 4WD

21mpg combined
City / highway20 / 23 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2.4 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (variable gear ratios) · 4-Wheel Drive · about $3,200/year to fuel

EPA estimates from fueleconomy.gov for each engine and transmission sold. Annual cost is the EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year at its current fuel and electricity price assumptions. Your results will vary.

What owners report

Problem areaComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesTypical mileage*
Engine13512155,000 mi
Electrical systemWiring6200057,000 mi
Unknown or other4710362,252 mi
Power train4400055,000 mi
Vehicle speed control3010152,337 mi
Engine and engine coolingExhaust system › Emission control › Catalytic convertor; Engine › Crank/camshaft position sensor2600079,000 mi
Steering1600055,213 mi
Fuel/propulsion system1600055,213 mi
Electronic stability control (esc)1500050,313 mi
Air bags1340832,900 mi
Seat belts1210152,600 mi
Seats1000281,190 mi

*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.

Recent owner complaints

Owner complaints are submitted to NHTSA by the public and are not verified. Shown as filed (NHTSA removes personal details); long reports are shortened.

NHTSA defect investigations