UAQ and UCQ Radio Enhancements Customers may experience one or more of the following: ? **Wi-Fi hotspot connection failure. ? Speaker popping, crackle noise during Voice Recognition (VR) response and navigation guidance. ? Mobile Station Integrated Services Digital Network (MSISDN) missing from radio, no connected services working.** ? Intermittent, black radio display screen (Rear View Camera (RVC) not affected). ? Intermittent, radio freezes (RVC not affected). ? Wireless connectivity pairing and/or connection issues. ? Lost radio presets. ? Radio channels change by itself. ? SXMT icon inoperative. ? SXMT favorite song not displaying/playing. ? Incorrect navigation address/location/directi
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2020 Jeep Compass steering problems
moderate Owners of the 2020 Jeep Compass have filed 5 NHTSA complaints about the steering at roughly $700 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See steering across all vehicles →
Complaints
5
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$700
| Model year | steering complaints |
|---|---|
| 2016 Compass | 16 |
| 2017 Compass | 15 |
| 2018 Compass | 28 |
| 2019 Compass | 19 |
| 2020 Compass (this page) | 5 |
| 2021 Compass | 6 |
| 2022 Compass | 11 |
| 2023 Compass | 6 |
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering steering 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.
GEAR, Rack and Pinion If looking to replace the rack and pinion due to a clunking / knocking noise, please use the Chassis Ear Tool to pinpoint the exact location of the noise following the proper diagnostics. The points where you should place the chassis ear tool in sequence are: steering column, rack and pinion, intermediate shaft or the outer tie rod of the rack and pinion. Also ensure all related components are properly torqued such as shock absorbers, steering column, lower ball joints, stabilizer links, sway bar links and cradle mount bolts (front and rear). Please contact FCA Redacted Content for feedback related ONLY to this GPOP Tech Tip. Do Not email regarding repair procedures unr
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗UGQ Radio Enhancements This bulletin involves inspecting and if required, updating the radio software levelto 39.2. Customers may comment on one or more of the following: Language set in Spanish, and try to search for an address with Voice Recognition (VR), it will not recognize these locations. VR can not find street names / location in Catalan language (present in Barcelona area and nearby). To correct this symptom, the radio SW has to be at QR39.2 and the Nav map SW version has to be at 19Q2. In the Uconnect App, under Live>Jeep Skills>Customer will see ?Current? meter which is displaying incorrect amperage readings. The battery current indicator indicates an incorrect value, it is showin
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗UGQ Radio Enhancements This bulletin involves inspecting and if required, updating the radio software levelto 39.2. Customers may comment on one or more of the following: Language set in Spanish, and try to search for an address with Voice Recognition(VR), it will not recognize these locations.VR can not find street names / location in Catalan language (present in Barcelona area and nearby). To correct this symptom,the radio SW has to be at QR39.2 and the Nav map SW version has to be at 19Q2. In the Uconnect App, under Live>Jeep Skills>Customer will see ?Current? meter which is displaying incorrect amperage readings.The battery current indicator indicates an incorrect value, it is showing th
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Volume Uncontrollable Or Stuck On High
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
What owners are reporting 1 most recent
My trancontrol started to run hot,and the vehicle started to jerk when it in motion and My driver shaft went bad and the transfer case assembly went outthe jeep compass is broken down
Had steering trouble with your 2020 Jeep Compass?
File a complaint with NHTSA → It's free, official, and how every report above got here — owner filings are the federal safety record this page is built on.
Common questions
How serious is the steering problem on the 2020 Jeep Compass?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 5 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $700 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the steering 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 $700 for steering 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 steering?
No active recalls currently cover steering 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.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2020/Jeep/Compass.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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