2019 Jeep Compass
Common Problems
Ranked from 117 federal NHTSA complaints and 1 recalls. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.
15 Common Problems
Ordered by how often owners reported each one to NHTSA. The bar shows how common a problem is relative to the most-reported on this vehicle. Expand any problem to see the federal complaint IDs.
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Engine stalling during driving
30complaintsHigh severityEngineThe engine randomly stalls while driving, causing loss of power steering and brakes, posing a significant safety concern.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 2
Engine Stall at Idle Due to Stop-Start System Failure
24complaintsMedium severityEngineThe engine stalls or does not start when attempting to drive, especially at idle, due to the stop-start system failing to properly restart the engine.
$150–$900est. stop-start system diagnosis · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 3
Coolant Temperature Warning Light Malfunction
21complaintsHigh severityEngineThe coolant temperature warning light falsely indicates high temperatures, causing the engine to shut down.
$100–$250est. professional diagnosis · 1–2 hrs laborGet local quotes - 4
Electrical System Display Screen Failure
18complaintsHigh severityElectricalThe UConnect screen frequently displays errors or goes black, affecting visibility and safety features.
$200–$1,500est. infotainment unit service · 0.5–3 hrs laborGet local quotes - 5
Electrical System Issues Causing Vehicle Not to Start
14complaintsHigh severityElectricalThe vehicle's electrical system intermittently fails to allow the car to start, often requiring multiple attempts or external assistance.
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Parking brake engaging unexpectedly
14complaintsHigh severityBrakesThe parking brake engages unexpectedly, locking up the vehicle and preventing movement.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 18V523000
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Automatic Transmission Stalling at Traffic Lights
4complaintsMedium severityTransmissionThe automatic transmission frequently stalls at traffic lights when the stop-start system is engaged.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotes - 8
Battery Issues Leading to Vehicle Not Starting
4complaintsMedium severityFuel systemMultiple instances of the vehicle failing to start due to battery issues, requiring replacement or jumpstarting.
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Check Engine Light On Without Diagnostic Codes
4complaintsLow severityEngineThe check engine light illuminates without any diagnostic codes being found, indicating an unknown issue with the engine.
$100–$250est. professional diagnosis · 1–2 hrs laborGet local quotes - 10
Severe Battery Drain and Loss of Power
4complaintsMedium severityElectricalThe vehicle experiences severe battery drain, leading to loss of power and multiple system failures without warning.
$150–$700est. parasitic-drain diagnosis + battery · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 11
Stop-Start System Malfunction
4complaintsLow severityElectricalThe stop-start system malfunctions, causing the engine to shut off unexpectedly while driving, leading to difficulty restarting the vehicle.
$150–$900est. stop-start system diagnosis · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 12
Parking Brake Engages Unexpectedly
3complaintsMedium severityOtherThe parking brake engages unexpectedly, causing the vehicle to stall or stop moving.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 13
Service Brakes Fail to Engage Properly
2complaintsHigh severityBrakesThe service brakes fail to engage properly, leading to difficulty stopping the vehicle and posing a safety risk.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 18V523000
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Steering wheel locking up while driving
2complaintsHigh severitySteeringThe steering wheel locks up while driving, requiring the vehicle to be restarted to unlock it, posing a safety risk.
$200–$1,500est. power-steering / eps repair · 1–6 hrs laborGet local quotes - 15
Unpredictable Vehicle Shutdown During Driving
2complaintsHigh severityOtherThe vehicle unexpectedly shuts down during driving, often without warning, requiring towing and repair.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes
Other years & sources
Data source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaints and recalls. Problems are clustered and ranked from the complaint record; occurrence counts reflect corroborating complaints, not total incidence. Vehicle image is illustrative. Repair-cost figures are typical U.S. independent-shop ranges (parts + labor) for the class of repair shown — actual quotes vary by region, engine, and diagnosis; always confirm with a local shop.