Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2015 Jeep Compass owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
I have had my vehicle for 5 years and the issue is getting worse as the years go by. When my "Low Oil/Change Engine Oil" light comes on, my vehicle stalls out and the lightening bolt indicator light flashes while driving.The indicator light comes on as I push the gas pedal. When I release the pedal, it goes out. Each time I attempt to accelerate/press the gas pedal, the vehicle stalls as if it's not getting the gas it needs to accelerate. I had my fuel line and fuel pump checked and it is perfectly fine, I had a tuneup as well. I have this issue every single time that my "Low Oil/Change Engine Oil" indicator light comes on and I am constantly putting oil in my engine. I am paying out money to have my vehicle checked, constantly. I was informed of the issue and there are Class Action Suits being dismissed for the same mechanical issue that I have been having for 4 and a half years.
It's been over a year since I've experienced stalling problems with my Jeep. At first, it would happen every once in a while. Now, it occurs everyday. There doesn't appear to be a trigger as it happens while driving on an interstate, highway, while turning, etc. My Jeep will completely shut off and I will lose power steering. This has left me stranded in the middle of roads and on highways numerous times. The only thing I can do is put the car in park, turn the ignition off, put my safety hazards on, and pray no one hits me until it starts back up again. This has been a big mystery as no indicator lights appear on the dash board, nor do any codes appear on the reader when plugged into the vehicle. Many others Jeep owners have experienced this exact same issue and I have not been able to find the root cause of the issue and neither have the Jeep manufacturer dealerships.
At 80000 miles stated doing weird electrical issues windows wouldn't go up or down then they would auto lock on the doors wouldn't kick in for miles then it stalled in traffic tried to restart sounds like starter is engaged already there crankshaft position sensor code so we replaced it it was fine for a couple months dies again in traffic was told starter replaced it it started once then sounded like the starter was already engaged when we went to start it later. Took to shop and had electrical systems checked and it is the TIPM that is bad I see this issue coming up often when I searched the internet for some information on the issues I was having Currently still in the shop awaiting parts and repair
Ever since I bought this car the time on the dashboard has started changing on its own.Even after resetting it the time will slowly start changing on its own it still hasn't been fixed since the service station doesn't know what's wrong and it's too expensive for me to pay to have it taken apart. The airbag lights are constantly flashing go on and off as well as the tire pressure light even though the tire pressure is on the right setting. Most recently the belt under the hood has snapped this will be a second time, it has snapped with in a week of buying the new belt. I have had at least 3 recalls that I know of.Save your money and buy a Toyota.
2months after purchase with only 42000 miles check engine light and ETC lights come on, horn stopped working, am/fm radio no longer working. Sometimes when check engine light and ECT lights come on, vehicle loses acceleration or accelerates on its on. Other times while driving engine stalls. Radio and horn have not worked since. Vehicle has been repaired several times by previous owner. Multiple stored codes when read at dealer. Dealer has no idea what is causing problems.
Since I bought the vehicle in Nov 2022 it has been in the repair shop 3 times for the check engine light being & the traction light being on. The Cam Shaft Sensor has been changed . At least twice. Place Codes have been reset
I seen on the internet there was a recall on my Jeep make and model for catalytic converter problems...I just had to spend a little over $4,000 in repairs because my vehicle caught on fire. When I got it to my insurance they couldn't find anything wrong but wouldn't start. When I took to garage they found that both my catalytic converters had disintegrated from the inside out and I had to replace both among other things. Is there any way I can get compensated? I have had it back from garage for few weeks and now am having problems with it starting.
I was proceeding through a green light. A car coming from my left ran their red light at full speed (approx. 30 MPH) and crashed into my car. My entire front end was damaged. It was pushed in at least 10-12" according to the responding fire department & emt's my airbag should have absolutely gone off and it did not. I was transported to the hospital for neck pain. Luckily nothing is broken but I have severe neck, back, and head pain almost a full week later. I am starting physical therapy next week.
2015 Jeep Compass latitude 4x4 with a 2.4l engine and automatic transmission. The vehicle only has 80,000 miles on it. About a week ago we were driving down the road in our neighborhood when the car went into limp mode, no power to the wheels and the enging started chugging. Came to a complete stop and the RPM's were at 1500 at idle. Check engine light, throttle control light, ABS, and traction control light turned on. I shut off the engine and waited a couple seconds and turned it back on. All the lights turned off and the vehicle seemed fine. I drove it home and hooked up my scan tool and there were no codes so I had no idea what to look for. Two days later we were driving down the highway and it happened again in a construction zone with no shoulder and no exit! …
I was driving the car at about 25 MPH and as I came to a stop the check engine light came on. I tried to continue driving but it wouldn't drive as I pressed on the accelerator.the prnd all had a square around them. The mechanic was able to fix the problem by making sure all cables were clear from dust, debris or not connected properly. That seemed to work the first time. After 5 days of driving the car it happened again. As I merged into the expressway the car suddenly lost acceleration. Check engine light, slip indicator, temperature warning light all came on, and prnd all had a square around them. The car wouldn't run properly, as if it was stuck in first gear. It wouldn't drive past 15mph. Took it to the mechanic and 7 wires were burned out. I believe the wires that go to the transmission. …
Electrical complaints in other Compass years
Frequently asked questions
How common are electrical problems on the 2015 Jeep Compass?
NHTSA has 22 complaints about the electrical system of the 2015 Jeep Compass, 19% of the model year's 113 complaints.
Is there a recall for 2015 Jeep Compass electrical problems?
No. NHTSA lists no electrical system recall for the 2015 Jeep Compass, though it has 1 recall for other components. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 2015 Jeep Compass electrical problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 67,000 miles, and 21% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 1 crash, 1 fire and 2 injuries to electrical system problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.