2025 Jeep Compass Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Oct 6, 2026 · 27 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Compass years
Far fewer complaints than other years 19th of 20 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
4 out of 5 stars

Owners have filed 27 complaints with NHTSA about the 2025 Jeep Compass. That ranks 19th out of 20 Compass model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (11 complaints, 41%), typically at around 6,516 miles. Complaints mention 5 crashes, 1 fire, 2 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Jeep Compass
Jeep_Compass_(J4U) in Stuttgart. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: Alexander Migl, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2025 Jeep Compass problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Electrical System11 · ~6,516 mi
Forward Collision Avoidance10
Lane Departure4
Air Bags3 · ~27,218 mi
Engine3 · ~8,650 mi
Exterior Lighting2
Fuel/propulsion System2
Power Train2
Service Brakes2
Steering2
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Electrical System1141%6,516——
Forward Collision Avoidance1037%———
Lane Departure415%———
Air Bags311%27,218——
Engine311%8,650——
Exterior Lighting27%———
Fuel/propulsion System27%———
Power Train27%———
Service Brakes27%———
Steering27%———
Suspension27%———
Wheels27%———
Parking Brake14%21,000——
Service Brakes, Hydraulic14%21,000——
Structure14%———
Vehicle Speed Control14%2,736——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2026, with 17 complaints
2024: 1202412025: 9202592026: 17202617

n = 27 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2025 Jeep Compass recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2025 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.

While driving my 2025 Jeep Compass, the vehicle displayed a “Service 4x4” warning and began producing a loud engine/drivetrain noise accompanied by severe physical jerking and you could hear the car having difficulty shifting gears once the transmission got hot enough (over 130 degrees). The…

Power Train · received Oct 6, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11769373

I bought my jeep brand new in 2025. I have had multiple occasions where my breaks lock up when on the highway or main roads. The collision detection settings are all "OFF" since my first experience of this happening. I have taken my vehile in the jeep facility a couple of times now and they tell me…

Forward Collision Avoidance · received Sep 17, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11764945

The problem is reoccurance in short periods of time. I had an alignment done at 14,000 miles, then at about 20,000 miles when the tires were replace. Now, the car has 34,000 miles and requires another alignment due to excessive tire wear on the inner portion of the tire. The car has only been…

Wheels · received Sep 7, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11762553

The contact rented a 2025 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that while slowly pulling into a parking space, the engine revved and the vehicle unintendedly accelerated. The contact immediately depressed the brake pedal to stop the vehicle and shifted the transmission to reverse(R). During the…

Vehicle Speed Control · received Sep 1, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11761218

Several safety warning lights continue to appear while driving. Car slows down on its own at times. Media screen glitches as well. Dealer has worked on the car about 4-5 times. Currently, the car is with the dealer for a 3rd straight week and they claim to not have any loaners. Dealer has…

Electrical System · received Aug 29, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11760658

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2025 Jeep Compass?

Owners most often report electrical system, forward collision avoidance, lane departure problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 11 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2025 Jeep Compass?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2025 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 2025 has far 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.