2022 Jeep Compass electrical system problems

Related recalls

• 23V576000 · Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel

  Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Jeep Compass vehicles. The brightness level of the instrument panel cluster (IPC) may not be adjustable due to incorrect software in the body control module (BCM). As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements…

• 23V058000 · Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel

  Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Jeep Compass vehicles. The instrument panel center cluster display may be insufficiently illuminated and may not appear visible during daytime driving conditions. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Fe…

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What owners report

• “The contact’s daughter owns a 2022 Jeep Compass. The contact’s daughter stated that while the vehicle was stopped at a stop sign, the vehicle lost automotive power. Due to the failure, the vehicle unexpectedly drifted into the intersection, into oncoming traffic, then drifted to the opposite side of the road. The vehicle was towed to a dealer. The contact was informed that the failure was associated with the battery; however, the vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 49…”

  NHTSA complaint · filed 10/23/2026

• “I purchased my 2022 Jeep Compass Latitude FWD brand new on April 4, 2022, from AutoNation Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM Houston. Just eight days later, on April 12, 2022, I began reporting serious engine stalling and Auto Stop/Start malfunctions. The vehicle repeatedly shuts off in traffic and fails to restart automatically, requiring me to shift into Park, turn the vehicle off, and manually restart it. These incidents have occurred at traffic lights, on public roadways, and even on railroad tracks. …”

  NHTSA complaint · filed 10/10/2026

• “In July 2026, I began receiving two warnings in sequence: (a) the airbags were not operating properly, and (b) the SOS call function was unavailable. Screenshots of both warnings are attached. It took several visits to a nearby dealership before the service department correctly identified and resolved the issue. I have attached both service reports: the initial report, which misidentified the problem, and the final report, which documents the correct root cause and repair. According to the final…”

  NHTSA complaint · filed 10/09/2026

• “There have been multiple instances where the engine has locked up in the middle of me driving (usually at stop lights) where the only fix is to completely shut the car off and on again which has resulted in me almost being in an accident. This poses an extreme safety risk.”

  NHTSA complaint · filed 08/31/2026

• “automatic start-stop system causing actual engine stalls instead of a smooth restart is commonly triggered by failing auxiliary/main batteries, a dirty throttle body, or faulty charging sensors It has stalled on highway in stand still traffic. Issues with getting it to go. Have to turn off the car and restart. Has occurred 3 times - downtown of a major city in traffic, on a busy highway and at an exit of a highway. Due to its nature we are stand still as traffic is moving Problem has been con…”

  NHTSA complaint · filed 07/27/2026

• “I am filing a formal safety defect report regarding a severe, non-functional Advanced Passenger/Pedestrian Emergency Braking (PEB) and Forward Collision Warning (FCW) system that has been completely inoperable ("INOP") since delivery of this brand-new vehicle.The vehicle has been subjected to four (4) independent, consecutive service repair attempts at authorized franchise dealerships with a complete failure to resolve the active safety hazard.Critical Evidence of Manufacturer Negligence: Corpor…”

  NHTSA complaint · filed 06/25/2026

• “On 04/12/2026, I was stopped at a red light. The auto start/stop engaged. I removed my foot from the brake, the auto start kicked on, but did not reengage the engine. The notification panel suddenly started blinking, entire panel lit up. The parking brake automatically engage despite not being touched. The option for selecting terrain started toggling through all options. Vehicle then seemingly died. Put vehicle in park. Pressed button to restart engine. Car was successfully restarted.”

  NHTSA complaint · filed 04/13/2026

• “What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? The Powertrain/Engine Control System. The vehicle suffers from a total loss of motive power while driving in traffic. It is available for inspection. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? The vehicle unexpectedly enters "Limp Mode" while driving at various speeds in active traffic. When this happens, the accelerator pedal becomes completely unresponsive, forcing the vehicle to a …”

  NHTSA complaint · filed 04/10/2026

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