"Flash: Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Module Updates Customers may experience one or more of the following: ● ""Auto Hold Unavailable Service Required."" warning message displayed on the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC). ● IPC ""Hold"" indicator illuminates on occasion. ● Engine Stop/Start (ESS) inoperative. This bulletin involves reprogramming the ABS with the latest software available."
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2022 Jeep Compass brakes problems
moderate Owners of the 2022 Jeep Compass have filed 3 NHTSA complaints about the brakes at roughly $450 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of October 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See brakes across all vehicles →
Complaints
3
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$450
| Model year | brakes complaints |
|---|---|
| 2018 Compass | 22 |
| 2019 Compass | 12 |
| 2020 Compass | 3 |
| 2022 Compass (this page) | 3 |
| 2024 Compass | 3 |
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering brakes 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.
"Flash: Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Module Updates Customers may experience one or more of the following: ● ""Auto Hold Unavailable Service Required."" warning message displayed on the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC). ● IPC ""Hold"" indicator illuminates on occasion. ● Engine Stop/Start (ESS) inoperative. NOTE: No Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) present during vehicle scans. This bulletin involves reprogramming the ABS with the latest software available."
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Flash: Brake System Control Module (BSCM) Updates Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find that the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) has been set: ? **C0500-00 - Brake System Hydraulic Leak.** Customers may also experience: ? Brake warning lamp is illuminated. ? Firm brake pedal. NOTE: Brakes will function as normal. This bulletin involves updating the BSCM with the latest available software.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Low Oil Pressure Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find that the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) has been set: ? P06DD - Engine Oil Pressure Control Circuit Stuck Off. Customers may also comment on the following: ? Vehicle will not be able to exceed 3,300 RPM (when DTC P06DD is active). This bulletin involves inspecting and if necessary replacing the timing chain cover (oil pump).
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Brake Vacuum Pump For DTC Code P258B. Due to brake vacuum pumps being returned with trouble not found, please follow the proper diagnostics outline in the service library this also includes checking all electrical and vacuum hose connections prior to replacement of the vacuum pump. This will avoid unnecessary repair and potential charge back on the vacuum pump.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
What owners are reporting 0 most recent
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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 brakes problem on the 2022 Jeep Compass?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 3 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $450 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the brakes 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 $450 for brakes 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 brakes?
No active recalls currently cover brakes 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/2022/Jeep/Compass.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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