2023 Jeep Compass recalls, problems & safety ratings
NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2023 Jeep Compass and 49 owner complaints. The most-reported problem areas are electrical system (15), steering (9), forward collision avoidance (7). EPA-rated fuel economy is about 27 mpg combined.
The 2023 ranks #2 of 14 Compass model years for fewest complaints (2012–2025), with fewer complaints than the average year (219). It has 2 recalls vs. an average of 2.0 per model year.
Recalls 2
Every recall NHTSA lists for the 2023 Jeep Compass. Not every recall applies to every vehicle, so check your VIN. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
Back over prevention · sensing system · camera
Problem: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Dodge Durango, 2021-2023 Chrysler Pacifica, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, 2022 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, Chrysler Voyager, 2022-2023 Jeep Compass, Grand Cherokee, Wagoneer, Grand Wagoneer, and Ram Promaster vehicles. The radio software may prevent the rearview image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the radio software or the software will be OTA, "Over-The-Air," free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning July 9, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's numbers for this recall are 66B and 79B.
Electrical system · instrument cluster/panel
Problem: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Jeep Compass vehicles. The brightness level of the instrument panel cluster (IPC) may not be adjustable due to incorrect software in the body control module (BCM). As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Control and Displays."
Risk: An IPC display that is not bright enough may not clearly show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the body control module (BCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 29, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 88A.
Common problems
From complaints owners filed with NHTSA. Complaints aren't verified, but patterns across hundreds of owners point to known weak spots.
Most-reported problem areas
By the numbers
Recent owner reports
My vehicle is a 2023 jeep compass. I just had to replace my racket pinion, steering power train issue. There is no way at 70,000 miles this goes in a vehicle. No warning lights... Just loudin clanking when driving & turning...YES, inspected by jeep, dodge, ram dealership 0n 9/25/26. Had it fixed on 10/5/26 & paid a lot of money for it.
My car has less than 35K miles on it and I just had to spend over $2,100 dollars to repair the rack, pinion, and steering mount. They said this problem is common. For a car to be this new and need repairs this quick is ridiculous.
The contact owns a 2023 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that while driving at 65 MPH, the vehicle unexpectedly lost power and completely stalled. The warning message "Performance limited—fuel system error" illuminated. Approximately one week prior, the vehicle was taken to the dealer for the same failure. The failure was diagnosed as a software glitch, and a secondary battery…
Safety ratings
2023 Jeep Compass SUV AWD
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for common configurations of the 2023 Jeep Compass.
Compass 4WD
Auto 8-spd · 4 cyl · 2.0 L · Turbo
Regular
Other model years
Questions
How many recalls does the 2023 Jeep Compass have?
NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2023 Jeep Compass, most recently for back over prevention · sensing system · camera (06/13/2024). Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer. Enter your VIN to check whether a recall applies to your vehicle.
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Jeep Compass?
Based on 49 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are electrical system (15), steering (9), forward collision avoidance (7).
Is the 2023 Jeep Compass safe?
NHTSA hasn't published an overall 5-star rating for the 2023 Jeep Compass.
Is the 2023 a good year for the Jeep Compass?
The 2023 ranks #2 of 14 Compass model years for fewest complaints (2012–2025), with fewer complaints than the average year (219). It has 2 recalls vs. an average of 2.0 per model year.
What gas mileage does the 2023 Jeep Compass get?
The 2023 Jeep Compass is EPA-rated at about 27 mpg combined.
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Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and 5-Star Safety Ratings APIs; EPA fueleconomy.gov. Data retrieved October 21, 2026. NHTSA model names used: COMPASS, Compass.