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2014 Jeep Compass Problems & Recalls

Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/12/2026

High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Engine — runs 2.4× the fleet median for that category across the 2583 model-years tracked on this site.
306Complaints
2Recalls
20Crashes
7Fires
24Injured
0Deaths

Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.

Is this problem acknowledged?

The most-reported problem — Engine (29.7% of complaints) — is covered by 1 NHTSA recall campaign.

Engine complaints here are 2.4× the median for that category across the 2583 model-years tracked on this site.

Complaint categoryReportsOfficial statusReference
Engine91 · 29.7%RecalledRecall 13V552000
Air Bags91 · 29.7%not available
Seat Belts53 · 17.3%RecalledRecall 16V668000
Electrical System35 · 11.4%not available
Power Train33 · 10.8%not available
Vehicle Speed Control32 · 10.5%not available

Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Complaints by component

ENGINE91 · 29.7%
AIR BAGS91 · 29.7%
SEAT BELTS53 · 17.3%
Unspecified / other36 · 11.8%
POWER TRAIN33 · 10.8%
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL32 · 10.5%
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM25 · 8.2%
SEATS24 · 7.8%
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)19 · 6.2%

Percentages are the share of the 306 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.

Recalls — 2 campaigns

Seat Belts:pretensioner

NHTSA campaign 16V668000 · 2016 · reported 09/15/2016

If the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a vehicle crash that necessitates deployment of these safety systems. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Engine

NHTSA campaign 13V552000 · 2013 · reported 11/06/2013

If the engine stalls while driving it may increase the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Park it Park outside Specimen badges — shown on a recall card only when NHTSA sets the flag. None of the campaigns above carries either flag. Always check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What owners report

“THE VEHICLE WAS TRAVELING ON A HIGHWAY, WHEN SUDDENLY A LOUD "POP" NOISE (UNKNOWN ORIGIN) WAS HEARD. AFTER PULLING SAFELY TO THE SIDE OF HIGHWAY…”NHTSA complaint 10967772 — filed 03/22/2017 · ENGINE
“I'VE HAD TO REPLACE ALL 4 BEARINGS, THE 4 WHEEL DRIVE WENT COMPLETELY OUT DURING BIG SNOW IN 2016, THE RUTTER VALVE HAD GONE BAD(WHICH…”NHTSA complaint 10967205 — filed 03/20/2017 · ENGINE
“EXITED CAR WITH CAR KEYS IN HAND LEAVING CAR UNLOCKED WITH WINDOWS ALL UP WALKED ABOUT 10 FEET AWAY CAR STARTS BY ITSELF AND THEN…”NHTSA complaint 10920648 — filed 11/01/2016 · ENGINE

Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.

Complaint trend by year filed

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2014 Jeep Compass?

Engine issues are the most-reported category, cited in 91 of 306 NHTSA complaints (29.7%), followed by air bags (91), seat belts (53), unspecified/other issues (36). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How many complaints does the 2014 Jeep Compass have?

306 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Of those, 20 involved a crash, 7 involved a fire, and 24 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.

Does the 2014 Jeep Compass have any recalls?

Yes — 2 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 16V668000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Has NHTSA acted on the 2014 Jeep Compass's reported problems?

Recall or investigation data is partly unavailable for this vehicle right now — check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the authoritative answer.

Is a complaint proof of a defect?

No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.

About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/12/2026.