2014 Jeep Compass Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Compass years
- Far more complaints than other years 3rd of 20 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- 4 out of 5 stars
Owners have filed 307 complaints with NHTSA about the 2014 Jeep Compass. That ranks 3rd out of 20 Compass model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is air bags (91 complaints, 30%), typically at around 43,828 miles. Complaints mention 20 crashes, 7 fires, 24 injuries. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 2 defect investigations involving it.
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- 307owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 2NHTSA investigations
- 20complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2014 Jeep Compass problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags problems | 91 | 30% | 43,828 | “belts air bags” (24%) | — |
| Engine problems | 91 | 30% | 67,893 | “shuts off” (8%) | — |
| Seat Belts problems | 53 | 17% | 41,000 | “belts air bags” (42%) | — |
| Electrical System | 36 | 12% | 75,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 36 | 12% | 47,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 35 | 11% | 69,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 35 | 11% | 74,815 | — | — |
| Seats | 26 | 8% | 52,687 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 25 | 8% | 74,530 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 19 | 6% | 71,741 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 19 | 6% | 18,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 14 | 5% | 15,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 8 | 3% | 37,500 | — | — |
| Suspension | 8 | 3% | 73,136 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 6 | 2% | 69,000 | — | — |
| Wheels | 6 | 2% | 8,300 | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 4 | 1% | 19,200 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 1% | 119,000 | — | — |
| Chest Clip, Buckle, Harness | 1 | 0% | — | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 0% | 128,000 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 0% | 95 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 0% | 4,833 | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 0% | 8,300 | — | — |
| Traction Control System | 1 | 0% | 69,000 | — | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 0% | 27,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2014 Jeep Compass recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Air bags; seat belts:pretensioner; air bags:frontal:sensor/control module-inactive
Problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chrysler 200, 2010 Chrysler Sebring, 2010-2012 Dodge Caliber and 2010-2014 Jeep Patriot, Compass and Dodge Avenger vehicles. The Occupant Restraint Control (OCR) module may short circuit, preventing the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags from deploying in the event of a crash.
Risk: 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.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the OCR, free of charge. Interim letters informing owners that parts are not available yet were mailed on October 26, 2016. The recall began on August 15, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S61.
Engine
Problem: Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2013 Dodge Avenger and Chrysler 200, and model year 2014 Jeep Compass and Patriot vehicles equipped with 2.4L engines. Due to abrasive debris in the balance shaft bearings, these engines may have a loss of engine oil pressure, possibly resulting in an engine stall or engine failure.
Risk: If the engine stalls while driving it may increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the engine balance shaft module, free of charge. The recall began on December 24, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N52.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture (EA21002) — opened Sep 17, 2021, still open.
- Active Head Rest Inadvertent Deployment (PE19014) — opened Sep 9, 2019, closed Feb 25, 2026.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
ABS module is faulty causing other issues including problems with electronic stability, no speedometer, no cruise control, no abs brakes. Apparently Jeep is no longer making this part as it has been on backorder for months. I feel it is unsafe as winter weather is nearing and abs brakes would be…
The contact owns a 2014 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle suddenly lost automotive power. Several Unknown warning lights illuminated. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired due to a towing issue. In…
The contact owns a 2014 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that while entering the vehicle, the driverâs side headrest had deployed from the bottom of the headrest and was partially separated. The contact stated that while driving, the headrest was sticking out and poked her in the back of the…
The contact owns a 2014 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that the center of the steering wheel was protruding outwards, and while attempting to sound the horn, the horn failed to operate. While entering the vehicle, the headrest on the driver's side was bumped and the headrest deployed…
The contact owns a 2014 Jeep Compass. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the vehicle stalled, the steering wheel became inoperable, and the RPM went to zero. The contact was unable to pull over to the side of the road. The contact was able to restart the vehicle after approximately 15…
Other Jeep Compass years
← 2013 Compass · 2015 Compass →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Compass | 5 | 1 |
| 2025 Compass | 27 | 0 |
| 2024 Compass | 53 | 0 |
| 2023 Compass | 46 | 2 |
| 2022 Compass | 224 | 4 |
| 2021 Compass | 81 | 0 |
| 2020 Compass | 143 | 1 |
| 2019 Compass | 330 | 2 |
| 2018 Compass | 944 | 6 |
| 2017 Compass | 229 | 4 |
| 2016 Compass | 293 | 1 |
| 2015 Compass | 113 | 1 |
| 2014 | 307 | 2 |
| 2013 Compass | 80 | 1 |
| 2012 Compass | 184 | 4 |
| 2011 Compass | 188 | 3 |
| 2010 Compass | 71 | 2 |
| 2009 Compass | 44 | 1 |
| 2008 Compass | 93 | 0 |
| 2007 Compass | 259 | 3 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Jeep Compass?
Owners most often report air bags, engine, seat belts problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 91 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2014 Jeep Compass?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2014 Jeep Compass a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Compass model years, the 2014 has far more complaints than most years, and NHTSA rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.