2018 Jeep Cherokee vs 2018 Jeep Compass
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 22, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2018 Jeep Cherokee | 2018 Jeep Compass |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 683 | 941 |
| Recall campaigns | 7 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 211 | 333 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 11 | 28 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 5 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 23–25 | 25–26 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 34,300 mi | 20,700 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Jeep Cherokee | Jeep Compass |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 155 | 473 |
| Electrical System | 190 | 375 |
| Power Train | 292 | 151 |
| Service Brakes | 34 | 61 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 26 | 63 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 64 |
| Steering | 30 | 28 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 20 | 32 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 78 | 265 |
| Oil consumption | 25 | 96 |
| Vibration / shaking | 24 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 19 | 32 |
| Check engine light | 18 | 79 |
| Electrical failures | 14 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 11 | 17 |
| Clunking / rattling | 8 | 19 |
2018 Jeep Cherokee
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.