2026 Jeep Compass recalls

1 safety recall, 5 owner complaints and a 4-star NHTSA crash rating. Official NHTSA data.

1Recalls
5Complaints
0Crashes & fires reported
4/5NHTSA overall rating

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2026 Jeep Compass recall list

Back Over Prevention recall

26V-531
August 13, 2026 · Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Problem
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Gladiator, Jeep Compass, Jeep Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, Jeep Grand Wagoneer, Jeep Grand Wagoneer L, Ram Promaster, Ram Promaster EV, Ram 1500, Ram 2500, Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid, Chrysler Voyager, and 2026-2027 Chrysler Pacifica and Dodge Charger vehicles. The rearview camera image may fail to display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Safety risk
A rearview camera image that fails to display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Radio software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning September 2, 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 78D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 20, 2026.

2026 Jeep Compass owner complaints

5 complaints filed with NHTSA, including 0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries and 0 deaths.

Problems by component

Service Brakes2
Electrical System2
Forward Collision Avoidance2
Vehicle Speed Control1
Unknown or Other1
Fuel/Propulsion System1

Recent complaints

September 26, 2026Service Brakes

The automatic park brake will not always release when going in drive or reverse. When not paying attention to the situation an in a parking space give it gas then releases a shoots back or forward almost hitting the cars Devin’s or front. Have to always check if it releases. At times it will not release This has happened many times

September 11, 2026Vehicle Speed Control

The contact owns a 2026 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that after releasing the parking brake and attempting to drive the vehicle, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to immediately respond. The vehicle hesitated before suddenly driving forward. The contact stated that the failure occurred while driving forward and while attempting to reverse. During one failure, the vehicle almost struck a pedestrian. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer on several occasions, but the dealer could not determine the cause of the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 2,000.

August 28, 2026Electrical SystemUnknown or OtherFuel/Propulsion System

Safety defects: Forward collision braking system indicates OFF while driving automatic emergency braking unavailable related lane assistance failure history. This is intermittent safety system disablement. Fuel system: Fuel level gauge inaccurate. Gauge indicated almost empty, then after 81 miles of driving indicated half tank before refuel gauge increased while driving, should decrease. Risk of being stranded due to false reading. Vehicle was driven 81 miles from indicated empty to indicated half. Fuel consumption / range: Full-to-full test documented 81 miles driven between two complete fills second fill required 5.807 gallons calculated 13.95 MPG versus expected EPA rating of approximatel

July 9, 2026Forward Collision Avoidance

There are major software issues. The vehicle brakes unexpectedly. It is completely random and extremely dangerous. The satellite radio content is altered with the use of A.I. . It is similar to Deepfake scam. I can scan the network and send logs if needed.

May 12, 2026Electrical SystemService BrakesForward Collision Avoidance

While cruising at 36mph, we decided to initiate the cruise control. Upon reaching a slow-down traffic ahead, the brakes were applied to slow the vehicle, however the cruise control did not disengage and the brakes did not stop the vehicle. The brakes were pressed three times and still the car could not stop. We were in a two-lane road with an opposite direction lane on the other side of the grassy median. We saw an opening in between the stopped vehicles and crossed over from right to left lane into the grassy median, hit a ditch, and did a sharp turn into opposing traffic, almost hitting another vehicle as they moved out of way, and stopped the vehicle on the opposite side of the road. When

2026 Jeep Compass crash test ratings

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2026 JEEP COMPASS SUV N/A AWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

Driver aids on the tested 2026 Jeep Compass: electronic stability control standard, forward collision warning standard, lane departure warning standard. Rollover risk: 20.4%.

2026 Jeep Compass recall FAQ

Does the 2026 Jeep Compass have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2026 Jeep Compass. The most recent, filed August 13, 2026, concerns the back over prevention.

What are the most common 2026 Jeep Compass problems?

Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported area is service brakes (2 reports), followed by electrical system.

Is the 2026 Jeep Compass safe?

The 2026 Jeep Compass earned up to a 4-star overall safety rating in NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program crash tests.

How do I get a recall fixed on my 2026 Jeep Compass?

Contact any authorized Jeep dealer. Recall repairs are free, even if you are not the original owner or the warranty has expired.