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severe Owners of the 2014 Jeep Compass have filed 31 NHTSA complaints about the engine, typically surfacing around 76,000 miles at roughly $3,100 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See engine across all vehicles →
| Model year | engine complaints |
|---|---|
| 2010 Compass | 4 |
| 2011 Compass | 20 |
| 2012 Compass | 16 |
| 2013 Compass | 7 |
| 2014 Compass (this page) | 31 |
| 2015 Compass | 15 |
| 2016 Compass | 92 |
| 2017 Compass | 23 |
| 2018 Compass | 200 |
If the engine stalls while driving it may increase the risk of a crash.
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering engine on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
Emissions Recall U67 - Catalytic Converter Efficiency - Dealer Notification (Revision 11)
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Water Quality When Mixed With Engine Coolant
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗wiTECH Small Leak Verification Test (SLVT) - P0456-EVAP SYSTEM SMALL LEAK
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Some of the above-involved vehicles may exceed NOx (Oxides of Nitrogen) emission level standards due to loss of catalytic converter efficiency
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗If a Mopar oil filter is not available, use a filter that meets or exceeds USCAR36 specification and is compatible with semi and full synthetic oils.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
Stalling is the dominant complaint: the engine shuts off while driving at highway and city speeds, often with zero warning lights or diagnostic codes. Owners report this happening 3+ times per week in all weather conditions, during acceleration, braking, and idle. Loss of power steering and ABS during these events creates acute hazard—one owner nearly got hit crossing an intersection. Many owners describe restarting after 15 seconds to several minutes; others report the clock resetting to 12:00 on restart, suggesting electrical or computer anomalies.
Throttle body failures appear second. Owners report inability to accelerate past 2500 RPM, with RPMs spiking to 7000+ without proportional power. A lightning bolt warning (electronic throttle control) illuminates during these events. One owner paid $530 for replacement, only to experience identical symptoms weeks later.
Engine fires, compression loss in multiple cylinders, and metal shavings in the oil pan round out the severe failures. One vehicle with no prior issues caught fire at 39k miles; another had metal in the oil at 85k and failed again after engine replacement. A few owners report stalling immediately after refueling, suspected to be a rollover valve malfunction.
NHTSA Campaign 13V552000 (Engine) was issued for this model, but many owners report their VINs weren't covered or dealers refused to honor the recall. One owner had the computer reprogrammed, which temporarily resolved the stalling; most others found no lasting fix despite multiple dealer visits.
Same Jeep Compass engine reports on nearby years: 2011 · 2012 · 2015 · 2016 · 2017
Engine shuts off suddenly while driving at various speeds (highway and city), often without warning lights or diagnostic codes. Vehicle typically restarts after 15 seconds to several minutes. Occurs at idle, during acceleration, during braking, and while merging. Loss of power steering and ABS during stall creates safety hazard.
When: Throughout vehicle lifespan; reported from 25k to 96k+ miles; some owners report 3+ times per week
Symptoms owners cite: Engine shuts off without warning; No check engine light or diagnostic codes present; Vehicle restarts after brief delay; Loss of power steering during stall; Loss of ABS braking during stall; RPM gauge reads zero during stall; Clock resets to 12:00 on some restarts; Happens in all temperatures and conditions
Repairs/costs cited: One dealer reprogrammed computer software; owner reported failure mileage ~52k. Multiple owners report dealer unable to duplicate issue or determine cause. Some dealers cited NHTSA Campaign 13V552000 (Engine) but VINs not always included in recall scope.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA Campaign Number 13V552000 (Engine) cited by some owners; however, recall does not cover all affected VINs. Multiple owners reported dealers refused repairs or stated VIN not covered.
Throttle body malfunctions, causing inability to accelerate or loss of acceleration control. Lightning bolt warning symbol illuminates. In some cases rapid snapping of throttle body under pressure uncalibrates internal throttle position sensors.
When: Reported at 20k–112k miles; one owner had recurrence after $530 replacement
Symptoms owners cite: Vehicle will not accelerate above 2500 RPM; RPM spikes to 7000+ without proportional acceleration; Complete loss of acceleration during highway merging; Lightning bolt symbol illuminates on dashboard; Engine stalls during these episodes; High-pitched noise from engine during hesitation; Engine hesitates during acceleration
Repairs/costs cited: One owner replaced throttle body at cost of ~$530. Another owner performed complete intake disassembly and found failed PCV valve (internal pintle failure) allowing crankcase air/oil into intake; MAP sensor failure from oil intrusion; throttle body gasket pristine but internal position sensors uncalibrated from snapping. Throttle body unit replacement did not prevent recurrence of same symptoms in one case.
Intake manifold gasket shrinks in plastic seat, allowing outside air to seep past lower lip of gasket and causing cross-cylinder gas transfer. Leads to P0171 lean-code setting. Owner research determined P2173 code was designed to trigger limp mode to prevent plastic intake manifold damage.
When: Reported around 20k miles
Symptoms owners cite: P0171 (lean code) triggered; P2173 code set; Limp mode activation (reduced throttle, traction control off); Sharp snap heard during warm-up idle; Cross-cylinder gas transfer
Repairs/costs cited: Owner performed intake disassembly and found gasket had shrunk in plastic channel. Intake manifold and cylinder head checked for warping—both fine. Gasket replaced. Pressure tested intake for additional leaks. Replaced PCV valve (failed internal pintle), MAP sensor (failed from oil intrusion), and throttle body.
Positive crankcase ventilation valve internal pintle fails, allowing excessive crankcase air and oil to enter intake manifold. Contributes to lean-running condition and limp mode.
When: Reported at 20k miles
Symptoms owners cite: Sharp snap sound during engine warm-up; Excessive crankcase air/oil entering intake; P0171 (lean) code triggered; Limp mode activation
Codes mentioned: P0171
Repairs/costs cited: Owner replaced Multiaire brand PCV valve. Owner noted PCV valves difficult to procure in secondary market; only OEM units readily available. Owner replaced valve again preemptively at 20k miles due to earlier failure.
Catalytic converter fails, causing power loss and vehicle jerking. One owner had failure recur after initial replacement.
When: Reported at ~77k and ~98k miles
Symptoms owners cite: Check engine light illuminates; Vehicle stalls intermittently; RPM fluctuates (goes up and down); Vehicle jerks and lunges forward; Loss of power without warning
Repairs/costs cited: One owner had catalytic converter replaced at independent mechanic; failure recurred. Another owner replaced converter; stalling and check engine light reappeared days later.
Engine fire occurs while driving, with smoke and flames visible from engine compartment. In one case, fire occurred without prior mechanical issues; in another, ticking noise preceded sudden stall and fire.
When: Reported at ~39k and 119k miles
Symptoms owners cite: Smoke and flames from engine compartment; Large fluid pool under vehicle; Ticking noise from engine (in one case); Sudden engine stall preceded fire (in one case)
Repairs/costs cited: One vehicle was total loss (39k miles). Another vehicle had engine replaced with used engine; used engine subsequently failed. One owner had oil change and fuel injection service two weeks prior to fire.
Engine develops internal damage; metal shavings found in oil pan indicating bearing or internal wear failure.
When: Reported at 85k miles
Symptoms owners cite: Vehicle stalls intermittently at various speeds and while idling; Check engine warning light illuminated; Metal shavings in oil pan
Repairs/costs cited: Engine was replaced; however, failure recurred. Vehicle was previously serviced under NHTSA Campaign 13V552000 (Engine) in 2018 but failure persisted after recall repair.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA Campaign Number 13V552000 (Engine); however, second dealer and first dealer unable or unwilling to re-diagnose or replace engine per manufacturer instruction.
Engine loses compression in two cylinders, reducing power output to 2500 RPM maximum.
When: Reported around 60k–70k miles
Symptoms owners cite: Loss of power during operation; Engine will only reach 2500 RPM; No start power; No power climbing hills; Vehicle must be towed
Repairs/costs cited: Mechanic diagnosed need for engine replacement. No repair information provided by owner.
Engine stalls immediately after filling gas tank. Suspected cause is defective rollover valve inside fuel tank triggering during refilling when tank approaches full.
When: Reported at 63k miles; occurred 3+ times
Symptoms owners cite: Engine stalls immediately after refueling; Engine restarts and sputters for 10–15 seconds; Then runs normally; No check engine light illuminates
Repairs/costs cited: Owner did not repair; researched issue on Jeep forums. Owner notes similar stalling-after-fuel-up issues reported by other Jeep Compass and Patriot owners.
Engine loses oil and seizes during operation; engine shuts off and will not restart. Oil change performed weeks prior.
When: Reported after recent oil change
Symptoms owners cite: Vehicle shut off during operation; Will not restart; Oil leak or loss; All oil drained from sump after attempted refill
Repairs/costs cited: Oil change performed three weeks prior to failure. Owner attempted to refill oil; all oil ran out, indicating complete loss.
Synthesized from 31 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
The vehicle just shuts off while in gear and in motion. Very dangerous. Lights come on (engine light, break light…) for a brief second before it randomly shuts off. It seems like the computer goes out, because on re start, the clock reset to 12:00 and there are no check engine lights on. It has happened several times over the past few hundred miles. An Internet search will show similar problems…
Vehicle was driven at 60 MPH on interstate. Vehicle's engine stalled causing sudden drop in speed to 25 miles MPH. Vehicle was then pulled to a complete stop, placed in park, then turned off. Once the vehicle was restarted engine light was illuminated. Vehicle was then driven off of interstate where it stalled an additional 4 times within 10 minutes of operation. *tr
It's a meaningful issue. 31 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $3,100.
Across the 26 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most engine failures cluster between 45,950 and 96,000 miles, with the median around 76,000. A quarter of owners report trouble before 45,950; a quarter make it past 96,000. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
Independent shops typically charge around $3,100 for engine repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Yes — 1 active recall(s) cover engine issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.