2021 Jeep Compass Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Compass years
- Fewer complaints than other years 13th of 20 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- 4 out of 5 stars
Owners have filed 81 complaints with NHTSA about the 2021 Jeep Compass. That ranks 13th out of 20 Compass model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (34 complaints, 42%), typically at around 80,000 miles. Complaints mention 5 crashes, 2 fires. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
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- 81owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 5complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2021 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 34 | 42% | 80,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 28 | 35% | 12,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 18 | 22% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 9 | 11% | 86,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 7 | 9% | 80,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 | 7% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 5 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 | 5% | 103,000 | — | — |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 4 | 5% | — | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 4 | 5% | 500 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 4% | 70,000 | — | — |
| Lane Departure | 3 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 4% | 72,972 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 2 | 2% | 72,972 | — | — |
| Suspension | 2 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Firerelated | 1 | 1% | 118,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1% | 77,000 | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2021 Jeep Compass recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2021 Jeep Compass.
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.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
carvana falsifying 150 point inspection on bad tie rods with 2021jeep compass
The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that while driving 75 MPH, the vehicle unexpectedly stalled in the middle of the highway. The vehicle lost power, but was able to be restarted, and the vehicle drove in LIMP Mode to the dealer. The "D" on the instrument panel was flashing…
I am filing a safety complaint regarding my 2021 Jeep Compass Limited due to repeated coolant loss, overheating/high-temperature warnings, and eventual engine failure. The vehicle began losing coolant and required frequent refilling. The problem progressively worsened until coolant would…
Screen glitching canât use touch screen and rear view camera not available when screen is glitching.
To Whom It May Concern: I am writing to formally submit a complaint regarding my 2021 Jeep Compass, particularly concerning recurring mechanical, electrical, and safety-related problems that have created serious concerns about the vehicle's reliability and safe operation. The most concerning issue…
Other Jeep Compass years
← 2020 Compass · 2022 Compass →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Compass | 5 | 1 |
| 2025 Compass | 28 | 0 |
| 2024 Compass | 53 | 0 |
| 2023 Compass | 46 | 2 |
| 2022 Compass | 225 | 4 |
| 2021 | 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 Compass | 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 2021 Jeep Compass?
Owners most often report electrical system, unknown or other, engine problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 34 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2021 Jeep Compass?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2021 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 2021 has fewer 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.