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Buying a used 2019 Jeep Compass? Check these 2 recalls first
Only two recalls: rear brake calipers that may weaken braking, and windshield wiper arms that can loosen. The complaint record is the more informative part — 329 unverified reports filed with NHTSA, including 13 crashes, two fires and five injuries. The pattern mirrors the 2018 car, concentrated in the engine and electrical system, with 38 reports specific to service brakes sitting alongside the caliper recall.
Before you buy
- Get the 17-character VIN from the seller and run it at nhtsa.gov/recalls. It shows which recalls are still unrepaired on that exact car.
- Confirm the rear brake caliper recall was performed, and test braking from highway speed for pull or soft pedal.
- Run the wipers at full speed and check the arms are tight at the pivot.
- Ask about engine performance problems and electrical faults, the two largest complaint areas for this year.
- Open recalls are repaired free at any Jeep dealer, whoever owns the car — an open recall is a to-do item, not a bill.
Recalls covering the 2019 Jeep Compass
| Recall | Area | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| Dodge and Jeep rear brake calipers may weaken braking | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | high |
| Ram and Jeep Compass windshield wiper arms may loosen | Visibility | medium |
What owners have reported to NHTSA
329 complaints filed for this model year, including 13 mentioning a crash, 2 a fire and 5 injuries. Complaints are unverified owner reports, and popular models collect more of them simply because more are on the road.
| Problem area | Complaints | Recall in this area? |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 160 | None found |
| Electrical System | 143 | None found |
| Brakes | 38 | Yes |
| Power Train | 37 | None found |
| Steering | 19 | None found |
| Speed Control | 15 | None found |