2018 Jeep Compass visibility/wiper problems
17 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the visibility/wiper on the 2018 Jeep Compass — 2% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Issue occurs in [XXX] during normal daily driving, including while reversing and operating the vehicle at low speeds. The malfunctioning touchscreen interferes with safe vehicle operation in parking areas, residential streets, and regular traffic conditions. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE…”
filed Mar 18, 2026
“Car is equipped with a backup camera, but unfortunately, the infotainment screen is failing, and the rearview camera is distorted and unable to provide clear rear visibility. This is a common problem with these, and I suspect it is a failed cooling fan for the infotainment unit. It is only a matter…”
filed Apr 23, 2025
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Visibility/wiper problems in other Compass years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 Compass | 3 | 1% |
| 2021 Compass | 1 | 1% |
| 2020 Compass | 4 | 3% |
| 2019 Compass | 4 | 1% |
| 2016 Compass | 5 | 2% |
| 2015 Compass | 1 | 1% |
| 2014 Compass | 4 | 1% |
| 2013 Compass | 1 | 1% |
| 2012 Compass | 1 | 1% |
| 2011 Compass | 4 | 2% |
| 2010 Compass | 1 | 1% |
| 2007 Compass | 5 | 2% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2018 Jeep Compass
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.