Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (engine, cooling system, oil leaks, timing chain, exhaust).
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).
The contact owns a 2015 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that while she was driving at approximately 35 MPH, the throttle body warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the warning light went away and then illuminated again while pressing the accelerator pedal. The contact stated that she was unable to drive over 20 MPH. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer who informed the contact of a recall on the catalytic converter. The vehicle was repaired; however, the contact stated that after one week, the failure reoccurred. The vehicle was taken back to the local dealer and the contact was informed that the diagnosis was that the throttle body needed to be replaced. The contact was provided a cost for the repair however, the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 87,000.
The contact owns a 2015 Jeep Compass. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the check engine warning light and the throttle body warning light illuminated. Then, the vehicle decelerated and would not exceed 20 MPH. The contact stated that as she continued to depress the accelerator pedal, the vehicle inadvertently accelerated to 65 MPH. The contact depressed the brake pedal and was able to continue to drive the vehicle. The contact stated that the failure had been reoccurring and the vehicle would jerk whenever the warning lights were illuminated while driving. The contact also stated that the failure had increased with intensity and frequency. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 92,000.
The contact owns a 2015 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light was illuminated. Additionally, while coming to a complete stop, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate immediately. The vehicle was taken to the auto zone, where codes P0420 and P0430 (Catalytic Converter) were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for recall repair: 15V878000 (steering); however, the dealer informed the contact they were unable to perform the recall repair due to a restriction on the vehicle for a rebuilt title. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 180,000.
The contact owns a 2015 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that a pedestrian assisted with jumpstarting the vehicle, and the vehicle moved several feet but stalled again. The Police arrived, but a police report was not taken. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed, and DTC: P0335 (Crankshaft Sensor Failure) was retrieved. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 95,000.
The contact owns a 2015 Jeep Compass. The contact's son stated while driving approximately 55 MPH, the vehicle came to an abrupt stop. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a local mechanic where it was inspected but not diagnosed. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and a complaint was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 50,000.
My 2015 Jeep Compass will randomly stall while I am driving... randomly breaking while im driving. Then very frequently it will not let me drive past 20 miles per hour (sometimes slower than this). It randomly acts like this. It always feels like it does not want to accelerate... it will sometimes but most times doesn't. I have taken it to both a private service center and to the dealership multiple times. The dealership states each time they see nothing wrong with my car. No codes pop up. Also when this happens nothing pops up on my dashboard. Driving this car has put me at risk multiple times that I refuse to drive it now. The last time I drove it, it was going 10 mph and I was reversing into my driveway and the car randomly sped up while I was reversing then went back to going super slow. …
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.
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.
NHTSA investigations
Stall from Crankshaft\Camshaft Failure
On December 13, 2016, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) received recall 16V-907 from Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) that identified a safety defect involving crankshaft or camshaft sensor failures on certain 2016 Model Year Dodge Journey, Jeep Compass, and Jeep Patriot vehicles.
Engine complaints in other Compass years
Frequently asked questions
How common are engine problems on the 2015 Jeep Compass?
NHTSA has 32 complaints about the engine & cooling of the 2015 Jeep Compass, 28% of the model year's 113 complaints. The component named most often is exhaust system › emission control › catalytic convertor (1 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2015 Jeep Compass engine problems?
No. NHTSA lists no engine & cooling 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 engine problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 59,000 miles, and 16% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 1 crash, 1 fire and 1 injury to engine & cooling 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.