Recall Radar

2018 Jeep Compass recalls

NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the 2018 Jeep Compass. The most recent was reported on August 9, 2018.

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Recalls at a glance

DateCampaignPartVehicles
August 9, 201818V-524Electrical system: wiring, front underhood12,779
August 9, 201818V-523Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components, disc, caliper154,335
May 1, 201818V-279Suspension: front, control arm, lower arm2,761
November 21, 201717V-740Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel25,823
November 21, 201717V-732Air bags: frontal, passenger side, inflator module27,210
October 24, 201717V-670Engine and engine cooling: engine357

Recall details

Electrical system: wiring, front underhood

August 9, 2018 · Chrysler · Campaign 18V-524

What is wrong: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Renegade, Compass and Grand Cherokee, RAM 1500 and Promaster, Fiat 500x, Dodge Journey, Challenger, Charger and Durango and Chrysler 300x vehicles, 2017-2018 Jeep Wrangler, Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles and 2018-2019 Jeep Cherokee and 2018 Chrysler Pacifica and Pacifica Hybrid vehicles. The powertrain control module may be equipped with a voltage regulator chip in the circuit board that may fail, causing a stall or a no start condition.

Risk: A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.

The fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began October 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U87.

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components, disc, caliper

August 9, 2018 · Chrysler · Campaign 18V-523

What is wrong: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Dodge Grand Caravan and Jeep Compass, 2018 Dodge Journey, and 2019 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons on these vehicles may have an insufficient coating causing gas pockets to form, potentially reducing rear brake performance.

Risk: A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.

The fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the vehicle's brake system, free of charge. The recall began September 29, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U86.

Suspension: front, control arm, lower arm

May 1, 2018 · Chrysler · Campaign 18V-279

What is wrong: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Compass vehicles. The front lower control arms may be incorrectly welded, potentially resulting in a control arm separation.

Risk: If the lower control arm separates, it can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the front lower control arms, free of charge. The recall began May 31, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U42.

Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel

November 21, 2017 · Chrysler · Campaign 17V-740

What is wrong: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2017-2018 Jeep Compass vehicles. The brightness of the backlighting for the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) cannot be adjusted. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Controls and Displays."

Risk: An instrument cluster that is too bright, and cannot be dimmed, can reduce the driver's ability to see at night, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update IPC software, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 8, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T70.

Air bags: frontal, passenger side, inflator module

November 21, 2017 · Chrysler · Campaign 17V-732

What is wrong: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Compass vehicles. The passenger side air bag assembly may have inflator mounting nuts loose within the module assembly.

Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, unsecured inflator mounting nuts outside of the cushion assembly are potential projectiles that may strike the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

The fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger air bag module assembly, free of charge. The recall began December 28, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T73.

Engine and engine cooling: engine

October 24, 2017 · Chrysler · Campaign 17V-670

What is wrong: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Cherokee and Compass vehicles equipped with 2.4L engines. The engines may have a cracked oil pump housing that can result in oil pump failure.

Risk: If the oil pump fails, the engine will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the oil pump, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 5, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T65.

Other model years of the Jeep Compass

All Jeep Compass recalls · All Jeep recalls

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2018 Jeep Compass have recalls?

NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the 2018 Jeep Compass, the most recent reported on August 9, 2018. A campaign covers only certain vehicles, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected.

What parts have been recalled on the 2018 Jeep Compass?

Electrical system (2), Service brakes, hydraulic (1), Suspension (1), Air bags (1).

Are recall repairs free?

In 6 of the 6 campaigns listed here, the remedy states that the repair is free of charge. Read the remedy in each recall for the details.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.