2016 JEEP COMPASS — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
430
Owner Complaints
1
Recall
19
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2016 JEEP COMPASS
The 2016 JEEP COMPASS has received a total of 430 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There has been 1 recall campaign affecting this vehicle, covering issues with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE. 19 technical service bulletins have been issued by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Engine (129 complaints), Electrical System (54 complaints), and Unknown Or Other (43 complaints).
Recalls for the 2016 JEEP COMPASS
NHTSA has recorded 1 recall for the 2016 JEEP COMPASS, potentially affecting up to 42,231 vehicles.
Recall 16V907000 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
| 42,231 vehicles affected
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Dodge Journey, Jeep Compass, and Jeep Patriot vehicles manufactured May 9, 2016, to July 15, 2016. The crankshaft or camshaft sensor may only work intermittently, causing the engine to stall.
Consequence: If the engine stalls, there is an increased the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the crankshaft or camshaft sensor connector, free of charge. The recall began February 8, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S89.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2016 JEEP COMPASS
430 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2016 JEEP COMPASS. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 129 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 54 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 43 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Power Train | 42 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 26 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuelpropulsion System | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control Esc | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 13 | 4 | 0 | 8 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 11 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Seats | 9 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 9 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Structurebody | 7 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| Visibilitywiper | 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System Gasolinefuel Injection Systemthrottlebodymanifold | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Traction Control System | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Wheels | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Electrical Systemwiring | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine And Engine Coolingenginecrankcamshaft Position Sensor | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Controlcatalytic Convertor | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspensionrear | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
The Airbag light keeps coming on. And I regularly diagnose and service my car by the Jeep dealership and the diagnostic scan shows that everything is good with the car, still the airbag light keeps coming up on the dashboard. This is highly concerning and I'm afraid that it might blow up anytime while in driving. The car also has some transmission issue that is not showing up on the diagnostic scan report. But because of this issue I can't and haven't been driving on the highway for 1 year now. Because everything when I drove the highway, after 20 min of driving the car suddenly slows down and does not move forward even though I press the gas pedal. And this happens while I was driving on the highway, in the middle of the highway. It is very dangerous. I think there is a factory fault with this car. And I'd like to get help with this. Thanks.
The Airbag light keeps coming on. And I regularly diagnose and service my car by the Jeep dealership and the diagnostic scan shows that everything is good with the car, still the airbag light keeps coming up on the dashboard. This is highly concerning and I'm afraid that it might blow up anytime while in driving. The car also has some transmission issue that is not showing up on the diagnostic scan report. But because of this issue I can't and haven't been driving on the highway for 1 year now. Because everything when I drove the highway, after 20 min of driving the car suddenly slows down and does not move forward even though I press the gas pedal. And this happens while I was driving on the highway, in the middle of the highway. It is very dangerous. I think there is a factory fault with this car. And I'd like to get help with this. Thanks.
“The vehicle stalls while driving and restarts after cooling down. This matches a crankshaft position sensor failure. This has accrued while driving on the highway. Sounds like the Safety recall S89.
My vehicle is experiencing the same symptoms as Recall 16V907 (S89). Crankshaft shift sensor but the vin was not bringing up the recall.
My vehicle is experiencing the same symptoms as Recall 16V907 (S89). Crankshaft shift sensor but the vin was not bringing up the recall.
Safety Rating for the 2016 JEEP COMPASS
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2016 JEEP COMPASS in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2016 JEEP COMPASS
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) has issued 19 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2016 JEEP COMPASS. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
U67 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR
Some of the above-involved vehicles may exceed NOx (Oxides of Nitrogen) emission level standards due to loss of catalytic converter efficiency
09-002-21 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
2.0L or 2.4L Engine Replacement This bulletin involves replacing the long block due to a crankshaft imbalance condition. These vehicles may exhibit a vibration in the engine.
69919 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Warranty Bulletin D-20-18 (X86) Active Head Restraint - Select 2010-2017 Jeep Compass (MK) and 2010-2012 Dodge Caliber (PM)
9003615 — POWER TRAIN
Electronic Shifter Module (ESM) Special Notes below from previous Techtips; NOTE 1: If mismatch between shifter NIK and PRNDM occur, it may appear that the PRNDM will not light up the first time the shifter is woken up via CAN. Please wait 2 minutes 15 seconds for the PRNDM lights...
9003615 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Electronic Shifter Module (ESM) Special Notes below from previous Techtips; NOTE 1: If mismatch between shifter NIK and PRNDM occur, it may appear that the PRNDM will not light up the first time the shifter is woken up via CAN. Please wait 2 minutes 15 seconds for the PRNDM lights...
9003632 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Rear Differential If you are diagnosing 2016 model year vehicle with a shudder issue while the vehicle is turning complete the following diagnostics.~ Drive the vehicle forward approximately 15 feet.~ Bring the vehicle to a complete stop.~ Turn the steering wheel approximately 270 degrees, either direction will be fine. Apply...
2304216 — WHEELS
Incorrect Wheel Certification Label This bulletin involves installing new wheel rim size overlay labels. Incorrect wheel rim size printed on certification label.
68232878A$ — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MODULE, Totally Integrated Power (TIPM) For MK vehicles ONLY; If the customer experiences a no start due to dead battery; If the battery is dead due to radiator cooling fan stuck on (Fan runs during battery charging with key off). Before replacing the TIPM for this issue please contact Saji...
68232878A$ — POWER TRAIN
MODULE, Totally Integrated Power (TIPM) For MK vehicles ONLY; If the customer experiences a no start due to dead battery; If the battery is dead due to radiator cooling fan stuck on (Fan runs during battery charging with key off). Before replacing the TIPM for this issue please contact Saji...
68232878A$ — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
MODULE, Totally Integrated Power (TIPM) For MK vehicles ONLY; If the customer experiences a no start due to dead battery; If the battery is dead due to radiator cooling fan stuck on (Fan runs during battery charging with key off). Before replacing the TIPM for this issue please contact Saji...
Showing 10 of 19 technical service bulletins.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2016 JEEP COMPASS
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the JEEP COMPASS
- 2011 JEEP COMPASS — 283 complaints
- 2012 JEEP COMPASS — 259 complaints
- 2013 JEEP COMPASS — 121 complaints
- 2014 JEEP COMPASS — 516 complaints
- 2015 JEEP COMPASS — 172 complaints
- 2016 JEEP COMPASS (current)
- 2017 JEEP COMPASS — 374 complaints
- 2018 JEEP COMPASS — 1,584 complaints
- 2019 JEEP COMPASS — 536 complaints
- 2020 JEEP COMPASS — 240 complaints
- 2021 JEEP COMPASS — 117 complaints
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