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full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2022 Jeep Compass engine problems
moderate Owners of the 2022 Jeep Compass have filed 14 NHTSA complaints about the engine 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 →
Complaints
14
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$3,100
| Model year | engine complaints |
|---|---|
| 2018 Compass | 200 |
| 2019 Compass | 60 |
| 2020 Compass | 18 |
| 2021 Compass | 4 |
| 2022 Compass (this page) | 14 |
| 2023 Compass | 4 |
When does it fail?
Of the 14 engine complaints filed for the 2022 Jeep Compass, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 0-25,000 mi.
0-25k
25-50k
50-75k
75-100k
100-125k
125-150k
150k+
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
No new NHTSA engine complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 3 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
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.
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full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Not applicable to vehicles built for US market. ENGINE – 1.5 GSE T4 MHEV - Malfunction Indication Light (MIL) P0016 Customers must experience a MIL illumination and the vehicle must exhibit/set the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC): ● P0016 - Crankshaft/camshaft Timing Misalignment - Bank 1 Sensor 1. Check the trouble codes in the Engine Control Unit (ECU). Apply this document if the trouble code as mentioned is set (P0016). Fix Engine Timing and replace the cam-to-cam guide rail (“snubber”)
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Not applicable to vehicles built for US market. High Pressure Fuel Pump Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must SYMPTOM: exhibit/set one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): ● P0087-00 - Sensor De Pressão Da Linha De Combustível - Banco 1 - Pressão Abaixo Do Limite. ● P0088-00 - Sensor De Pressão Da Linha De Combustível - Banco 1 - Pressão Acima Do Limite. ● P0089-00 - Sensor De Pressão Da Linha De Combustível 1 - Desempenho. Customers may also comment on one or more of the following: ● **Unstable idle.** ● The engine is running rough. ● Partial loss of engine power. statement, LOPs, Repair Procedure, new Market Appl
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
The failure pattern owners describe
The 2022 Jeep Compass has a dangerous pattern emerging with its automatic start-stop system: at red lights and stop signs, the engine shuts down as designed but then refuses to restart. Owners find themselves stranded in the middle of intersections with dead engines and no warning from the dashboard beforehand. A few owners have nearly been hit by other vehicles while stuck. One experienced this at 14,000 miles; others at 19,900 miles. Dealers see the symptoms—Service Shifter codes, "Auto Start Stop Not Available" messages, jerking when it tries to restart—but can't find stored diagnostic codes to fix it.
Beyond the start-stop gremlins, owners report the engine overheating without warning lights at highway speeds and needing tow-outs; one owner's head gasket was replaced but the overheating came back. Random stalling while braking or driving slowly also shows up, occurring 4–5 times for some owners, with the engine restarting normally afterward.
A highway stall at 65 MPH left one owner unable to steer properly or restart the vehicle for an hour. No owner reports a permanent fix from the dealership. The issue is not mileage-related—one car exhibited trouble at just 7,000 miles.
Same Jeep Compass engine reports on nearby years: 2019 · 2020
Failure modes owners describe
Start-Stop System Stalling and No-Restart
The automatic start-stop feature engages at traffic lights or stop signs, then fails to restart the engine when the driver releases the brake or accelerates. The vehicle becomes immobilized in traffic, creating a safety hazard.
When: At traffic lights, stop signs, and low-speed stops; reported between 7,000 and 59,920 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Engine stalls and does not restart when exiting start-stop mode; Vehicle becomes stuck in traffic or at intersection; Parking brake engages without warning; Jerking or jolting motion when trying to accelerate; Service Shifter code and 'Auto Start Stop Not Available' message appear intermittently; No stored diagnostic codes found by dealer despite symptom reproduction
Codes mentioned: START/STOP system message, Service Shifter code (non-stored)
Repairs/costs cited: Dealers unable to consistently reproduce or diagnose the issue; no repairs completed in reported cases; battery replacement attempted in one case but did not resolve stalling
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer notified in multiple cases; case opened in one complaint but no resolution offered; vehicle owner referred to NHTSA Hotline in one case
Engine Overheating and Head Gasket Failure
Engine overheats suddenly during normal driving, causing the temperature gauge to spike with no warning light. One owner's vehicle was diagnosed with a failed head gasket; repair was attempted but the failure recurred.
When: Reported at 59,920 miles; also occurred on interstate without specific mileage; at least two instances noted
Symptoms owners cite: Temperature gauge indicates overheating; No warning lights illuminated before overheating occurs; Engine overheating in unsafe locations including interstate; Check engine light comes on after overheating incident; Requires towing to dealership
Codes mentioned: Check engine light (after overheating)
Repairs/costs cited: Head gasket replacement performed in one case; problem recurred after repair; other cases towed but repair details not provided; dealership unable to resolve in repeated visits
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer notified; case opened and owner referred to NHTSA Hotline
Random Engine Stalling at Low Speed
Engine randomly shuts off or stalls while driving at slow speeds, particularly when braking or in traffic. Vehicle jerks forward or backward briefly, then can be restarted normally.
When: At various low speeds and braking events; reported between 14,000 and approximately 20,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Random engine shutdown while driving slowly or braking; Vehicle jerks forward or backward after stalling; Engine restarts normally after stalling; No consistent pattern reported; occurs randomly; Occurs 4–5 times in one owner's experience
Repairs/costs cited: No repairs completed; dealer unable to locate stored codes despite reproducing symptoms in one case
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer not notified in most reported cases
Complete Loss of Engine Power at Highway Speed
Engine stalls suddenly at highway speed (65 MPH reported), leaving the vehicle unable to restart immediately and difficult to steer. Loss of power steering assistance occurs. Vehicle restarts only after extended delay.
When: While traveling at highway speeds; one case reported attempting to drive to repair after incident, leading to no-start condition
Symptoms owners cite: Sudden engine stall at highway speed; Loss of power steering or difficult steering; No restart capability for extended period (1 hour reported); Subsequent no-start condition 2 days later; Vehicle requires towing
Repairs/costs cited: Vehicle towed to dealer; specific repairs not documented
Continuous Audible Alert with No Warning Lights
Vehicle emits a continuous audible alert while parked with no illuminated warning lights and no clear indication of the source or cause.
When: While vehicle parked; mileage unknown
Symptoms owners cite: Continuous audible alert from parked vehicle; No warning lights illuminated; No clear indication of cause
Repairs/costs cited: Diagnostic test result unknown; vehicle not repaired
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer notified; no resolution reported
Synthesized from 14 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 1 most recent
The contact owns a 2022 Jeep Compass. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle stalled. The START/STOP system message was displayed. The computer screen went blank. The drive button on the instrument cluster and gear selector were blinking. The parking brake engaged without warning. While driving the vehicle at slow speeds, the vehicle jerked forward and failed to respond…
Had engine trouble with your 2022 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 engine problem on the 2022 Jeep Compass?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 14 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?
Based on the 14 complaints filed, engine issues most often appear around 28,640 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
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.
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.
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