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NHTSA campaign 20V208000 · 2020 · reported 04/09/2020
Reduced visibility increases the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
2020 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 4.6× the fleet median for that category across the 2583 model-years tracked on this site.
136Complaints
1Recalls
3Crashes
2Fires
3Injured
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 (58.1% of complaints) — recall and investigation status for this vehicle is currently unavailable.
Engine complaints here are 4.6× the median for that category across the 2583 model-years tracked on this site.
| Complaint category | Reports | Official status | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 79 · 58.1% | not available | — |
| Electrical System | 62 · 45.6% | not available | — |
| Power Train | 27 · 19.9% | not available | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 · 5.1% | not available | — |
| Service Brakes | 5 · 3.7% | not available | — |
| Steering | 5 · 3.7% | 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
Percentages are the share of the 136 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 — 1 campaign
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
“I was driving home and got an error message that the coolant temperature was too high, even though the gauge showed it to be right…”NHTSA complaint 11609542 — filed 08/19/2024 · ENGINE
“At first my car would only display the âCoolant Temp Too Highâ message if I came to a complete stop, and went again.. or if…”NHTSA complaint 11596694 — filed 06/26/2024 · ENGINE
“The driveshaft failed at only 32,000 miles and the engine is failing. The dealership confirmed this is happening for other vehicles of my make and…”NHTSA complaint 11595828 — filed 06/21/2024 · ENGINE
Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.
Complaint trend by year filed
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Jeep Compass?
Engine issues are the most-reported category, cited in 79 of 136 NHTSA complaints (58.1%), followed by electrical system (62), unspecified/other issues (29), power train (27). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many complaints does the 2020 Jeep Compass have?
136 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Of those, 3 involved a crash, 2 involved a fire, and 3 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.
Does the 2020 Jeep Compass have any recalls?
Yes — 1 NHTSA safety recall campaign, including campaign 20V208000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Has NHTSA acted on the 2020 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.
