ENGINE STALLS AT ANY SPEED DUE TO LOW OIL. 2.4 ENGINE HAS EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION TO THE DEGREE OF SHUTTING DOWN IN BETWEEN 5000 MILE OIL CHANGES. ENGINE HAS 30,000 MILES AND USES 3 QUARTS BETWEEN CHANGES "APPARENTLY". CHRYSLER SAYS 1 QUART PER 2000 MILES!!! ON A NEW VEHICLE, THIS IS TOTALLY UNACCEPTABLE!
2017 jeep Compass engine problems
moderate 23 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $3,100
Complaints
23
Recalls
0
Crashes
1
Avg fix
$3,100
What owners are reporting 3 most recent
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 JEEP COMPASS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE OIL IN HIS VEHICLE NEEDED TO BE CHANGED EVERY TWO MONTHS. IN ADDITION, THE LOW OIL WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO GANLEY CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM (LOCATED AT 310 BROADWAY AVE, BEDFORD, OH 44146, (440) 232-2121) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE ENGINE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE…
MY 2017 JEEP COMPASS HAS ONLY 14,000 MILES ON IT. I MADE A TURN TODAY AND NOTICED THE LOW OIL INDICATOR CAME ON. I IMMEDIATELY TOLD MY HUSBAND AND HE CHECKED THE OIL AND IT WASN'T EVEN SHOWING UP ON THE DIP STICK. IT CAUSED MY ENGINE TO TURN OFF IN AN INTERSECTION AND I HAD TO HOPE THAT I COULD GET OUT OF THE INTERSECTION WITHOUT GETTING HIT. I MANAGED TO GET IT TURNED BACK ON AND THE EMERGENC…
Common questions
How serious is the engine problem on the 2017 jeep Compass?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 23 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $3,100 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the engine typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
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.
Are there any recalls related to engine?
No active recalls currently cover engine issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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