2020 Jeep Compass vs 2021 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 | 2020 Jeep Compass | 2021 Jeep Compass |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 139 | 80 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 408 | 333 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 25–26 | 25 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 21,563 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Jeep Compass | Jeep Compass |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 65 | 34 |
| Engine | 79 | 18 |
| Power Train | 28 | 9 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 | 6 |
| Steering | 6 | 6 |
| Service Brakes | 6 | 5 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 4 | 4 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 4 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 19 | 5 |
| Overheating | 15 | 5 |
| Check engine light | 10 | 0 |
| Won’t start | 8 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 5 |
2020 Jeep Compass
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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.