2026 Jeep Compass
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2026 Jeep Compass is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 36 on record.
2026 Jeep Compass at a glance
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
2026 Jeep Compass recalls 1
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Gladiator, Jeep Compass, Jeep Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, Jeep Grand Wagoneer, Jeep Grand Wagoneer L, Ram Promaster, Ram Promaster EV, Ram 1500, Ram 2500, Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid, Chrysler Voyager, and 2026-2027 Chrysler Pacifica and Dodge Charger vehicles. The rearview camera image may fail to display when the ve…
Fix: Radio software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning September 2, 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 78D. Vehicle Identification Numb…
Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.
2026 Jeep Compass common problems
The most-reported problem areas across all 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2026 Jeep Compass MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2026 Jeep Compass costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
Dimensions & weight
Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2026 Jeep Compass — ranges cover the 3 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.
Investigations & service bulletins
Manufacturer service bulletins 147
Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 147.
Not applicable to vehicles built for US market. Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle may SYMPTOM: exhibit/set the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC): ● P060…
Bulletin 18-081-26 · Engine · Oct 2026Not applicable to vehicles built for US market. Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle may SYMPTOM: exhibit/set the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC): ● P060…
Bulletin 18-081-26 · Engine · Oct 2026Not applicable to vehicles built for US market. Flash: Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) Updates Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must SYMPTOM: exhibit/set the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) in the ABS mod…
Bulletin 08-348-26 · Service Brakes · Sep 2026Not applicable to vehicles built for US market. Park Lock Piston Leaking Customers may comment on the following: SYMPTOM: Power loss - jerking while driving that may result in the engine being unable to restart after a stop if fault code P0B0C 7A is present.
Bulletin 21-061-26 · Engine, Power Train · Sep 2026Not applicable to vehicles built for US market. Fault Code P120F-00 Present In Hybrid The vehicle may illuminate the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) and the vehicle may exhibit/set the SYMPTOM: following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC): P120F-00 - Supplier Faul…
Bulletin 21-063-26 · Power Train · Sep 2026Not applicable to vehicles built for US market. R1H Radio Update to U41.17 - Dealer Option Customers may experience one or more of the following: SYMPTOM: The Embedded Navigation application does not recognize voice commands in Spanish. The infotainment system…
Bulletin 08-287-26 REV. B · Electrical System · Sep 2026Customer Can Not Make Changes to Pedestrian Emergency Braking (PEB) Setting in Radio.
Bulletin S268A000017 · Service Brakes · Sep 2026MIL-On and/or Engine Oil Leak
Bulletin S2609000011 · Engine · Sep 2026Radio Over The Air Update to U43.17 R1H Software Version (FOTA) Customers may experience one or more of the following:- Navigation Stability - Android Auto & Carplay stability & connectivity- Distorted/glitchy display prior to start‑up animation- Text appearan…
Bulletin OTHERDOC_180 · Electrical System · Sep 2026Passive Entry O/S Dr Handle Prior to replacing an inoperative passive entry door handle, perform Star Online S2623000040.
Bulletin 9100900 · Structure, Electrical System · Sep 2026Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the COMPASS ICE AWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.
Canadian recalls 1
Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2026 Jeep Compass. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.
Visual System
Issue: On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the rearview camera image not to display when the transmission is shifted into reverse. Canadian regulations require the rearview image to display when the vehicle is reversing. Note: This recall also affects Grand Cherokee L models and Grand Wagoneer L models. Safety Risk: A rearview camera image that doesn't display c…
Transport Canada #2026396 · Aug 2026Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.
About the Jeep Compass
The Jeep Compass is a compact crossover SUV, introduced in 2006 for the 2007 model year. The first generation Compass and Patriot, its rebadged variant, were among Jeep's first crossover SUVs.
From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.
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