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full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2025 Jeep Compass electrical problems
moderate Owners of the 2025 Jeep Compass have filed 9 NHTSA complaints about the electrical at roughly $850 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of September 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See electrical across all vehicles →
Complaints
9
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$850
| Model year | electrical complaints |
|---|---|
| 2021 Compass | 30 |
| 2022 Compass | 95 |
| 2024 Compass | 17 |
| 2025 Compass (this page) | 9 |
When does it fail?
Of the 9 electrical complaints filed for the 2025 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.
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering electrical 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.
Headlamp And Dash Wiring Not Secure Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle may SYMPTOM: exhibit/set one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): ● C10D0 - Electronic Park Brake System Failure. ● C10EA - 01 Left Park Brake Actuator - General Electrical Failure. ● C10D0 - 4B Electronic Park Brake Module - Over Temperature. ● C10D0 - 92 Electronic Park Brake Module-Performance or Incorrect Operation. ● C10D0 - 9A Electronic Park Brake Module-Component or System Operating Conditions. ● C2222 - 68 Improper Power Down-Event Information. ● U2006 - 64 EPB Status - Signal Plausibility Failure. NOTE: The above DTCs will only occur when
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Service 4WD Light Illuminated Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must SYMPTOM: exhibit/set the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC): ● C2260-63 - ECU Internal Performance - Circuit Component Protection Time-Out Customers may also comment on the following: ● Service 4WD indicator is illuminated.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗R1L Radio Screen Goes Blank after transitioning from logistic to customer mode
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗RESISTOR - BLOWER MOTOR
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
What owners are reporting 7 most recent
My [XXX] mother (JEEP enthusiast) bought a 2025 JEEP Compass. One week after she bought it the RPM light started flashing. The dealer stated the main computer (electrical system) completely failed. There is no stability in the car. There's no braking system, no power steering, no cruise control, no nothing, the seat moves without her adjusting it, the automatic dimmer switch turns on without…
The contact owns a 2025 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that while her son was driving approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle started losing motive power. The contact stated that her son observed that the check engine and the Forward Collision Avoidance warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that her son stopped and turned it off and restarted the vehicle, but after shifting to drive(D)…
The contact leased a 2025 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that the vehicle had failed to start. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where the vehicle could not be restarted, and the cause of the failure could not be determined. The dealer informed the contact that the manufacturer was notified of the failure and had sent a field technician to diagnose the vehicle, but the cause of the failure…
Several safety warning lights continue to appear while driving. Car slows down on its own at times. Media screen glitches as well. Dealer has worked on the car about 4-5 times. Currently, the car is with the dealer for a 3rd straight week and they claim to not have any loaners. Dealer has continuously stated that the sensor needs to be kept clean, but this is just a distraction. These cars…
Warning message in dash stating that the drive mode is unavailable. Emergency and safety features are not functioning as they should. The emergency braking and forward collision warning doesn’t work. When driving, the warnings will go off independently and disengage. Byers Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram dealership in Columbus serviced the vehicle May 2026-August 2026 with support from Stellantis…
The contact owns a 2025 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that while his son was driving 65 MPH, several unknown warning lights illuminated, and the vehicle lost power. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was towed to the dealer to be diagnosed; however, the diagnostic result was unknown. The battery was replaced, and the vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that the failure had occurred four…
The vehicle advanced warning stystems are all failing. After multiple repair attempts this continues. Previously it resulted in failure where vehicle would not move due to advanced brake assist.
Had electrical trouble with your 2025 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 electrical problem on the 2025 Jeep Compass?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 9 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $850 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the electrical typically fail?
Based on the 9 complaints filed, electrical issues most often appear around 6,516 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 $850 for electrical 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 electrical?
No active recalls currently cover electrical 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/2025/Jeep/Compass.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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