2016 Jeep Compass Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2016 Jeep Compass recalls

Most common 2016 Jeep Compass problems

Problem areas named in the 293 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Engine	135
Electrical System	62
Unknown Or Other	47
Power Train	44
Vehicle Speed Control	30
Engine And Engine Cooling	26
Steering	16
Fuel/Propulsion System	16
Electronic Stability Control (Esc)	15
Air Bags	13

What owners report

2026-08-31, Engine And Engine Cooling
The contact owns a 2016 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled. The failure was a recurring failure. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V907000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was towed from the scene. The dealer was contacted, and the camshaft sensor was updated; however, several weeks later the failure reoccurred. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 79,000.

2026-08-16, Engine
Component: Engine / Electrical System / Power Train VIN [XXX] Description of Safety Defect: The vehicle experienced a sudden, catastrophic loss of engine power and completely shut off while traveling at highway speeds. This total engine failure disabled the vehicle on an active highway, forcing an emergency maneuver to reach the shoulder. This incident occurred less than four months after an authorized manufacturer dealership charged over $3,400 to repair the engine's air-induction vacuum and fuel systems. The sudden stalling on a high-speed roadway directly endangered the driver and a [XXX] passenger who were left stranded on the highway shoulder in extreme weather conditions. The vehicle w

2026-08-12, Seats
Spontaneous deployment of passengers headrest . A safety system defect causing passengers concerned discomfort ! Plastic mechanism failure CANNOT be repaired. Headrest must be replaced by Jeep covered regarding the safety & security of their customers. Headrest deployed problem encountered has been reported in many Jeeps. FCA US LLC due to safety should correct the problem , at no charge , even if the vehicle is out of warranty and are not the original owner…. Please contact me aSAP THANK YOU.

2026-07-31, Engine And Engine Cooling
The contact owns a 2016 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to accelerate, shuddered, and the air conditioner was inoperative, and the vehicle coasted before coming to a complete stop. The contact restarted the vehicle and the vehicle returned to normal operation. The check engine warning light was intermittently illuminated. The failure had occurred on several occasions. The contact researched and became aware of NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V907000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the VIN was not included. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was suggested that the

2026-07-21, Unknown Or Other
Since purchasing this vehicle in 2022 the crankshaft position sensor has been replaced 4 times (twice by the dealer in 2022, once in 2023 and once in 2024) and now it is dying while driving once again with the check engine light indicating that it is once again the crankshaft position sensor

2016 Jeep Compass questions

Does the 2016 Jeep Compass have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2016 Jeep Compass: Engine may stall from faulty crankshaft or camshaft sensor. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Jeep Compass?

Based on 293 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (135), Electrical System (62), Unknown Or Other (47).

How do I check if a recall on my 2016 Jeep Compass has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.