2019 Jeep Compass steering problems
19 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the steering on the 2019 Jeep Compass — 6% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The steering gear has failed and is making a popping noise every time you steer to the left or right. The steering gear has been recalled for certain models but not all, my car has the exact same issue but its not listed on the recall. This problem could lead to loss of steering and a crash per the…”
filed Oct 23, 2024
“The contact owns a 2019 Jeep Compass. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. The coolant temperature warning light was illuminated. In addition, the contact stated the steering wheel seized and the vehicle became difficult to steer. The vehicle was taken…”
filed Aug 5, 2024
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Steering problems in other Compass years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Compass | 1 | 5% |
| 2024 Compass | 2 | 4% |
| 2023 Compass | 6 | 13% |
| 2022 Compass | 11 | 5% |
| 2021 Compass | 6 | 8% |
| 2020 Compass | 6 | 4% |
| 2018 Compass | 28 | 3% |
| 2017 Compass | 15 | 7% |
| 2016 Compass | 16 | 6% |
| 2015 Compass | 4 | 4% |
| 2014 Compass | 8 | 3% |
| 2013 Compass | 3 | 4% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2019 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.