Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (power windows, windshield, wipers, mirrors, sunroof).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2018 Jeep Compass owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
The contact owns a 2018 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that while driving approximately 10 MPH, there was a loud booming sound coming from the vehicle. The contact parked and inspected the vehicle and discovered that the liftgate glass window had exploded, causing shards of glass to fall onto the rear seat of the vehicle. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer and local dealer were not yet contacted. The failure mileage was 80,400.
I was recently involved in an accident driv'g 2018 Jeep Compass: no significant injury (so far) to a jogger, who was invisible due to a blind spot @driver-side A-pillar/mirror. I touched him w my car (5mph per police rept). It has taken me a month to understand why the accident occurred. I didn't see the jogger- he was NEVER w/in my scope of view. I was ticketed for failing to stop; I did stop but proceeded too soon...not writing to argue fault--- I accept that humans in crosswalks have right-of-way. A few years ago, I had a close call at an intersection w a truck coming (upgrade) from the right- it was early morning & I thot the near-miss was an artifact of pre-dawn light. Now I believe that as we converged at the intersection, the truck remained obscured until I had entered the intersection to make my left turn. …
Car is equipped with a backup camera, but unfortunately, the infotainment screen is failing, and the rearview camera is distorted and unable to provide clear rear visibility. This is a common problem with these, and I suspect it is a failed cooling fan for the infotainment unit. It is only a matter of time that the screen will be a complete failure and hopefully not during a reversing evolution. My vehicle only has 60k miles. I have not taken it to the dealer because I do not have another vehicle to drive if this is in the shop for 2 weeks just to be inspected. Feel free to investigate my vehicle for this issue.
The Jeep started to get vertical lines in the 7 inch u connect screen. At first you could tap it and it would reset. Now, it is completely covered with vertical lines, the radio works, however the problem is the back camera does not show what is behind you due to the screen covered in vertical lines. It also does not show any information it is suppose to.
Issue occurs in [redacted] during normal daily driving, including while reversing and operating the vehicle at low speeds. The malfunctioning touchscreen interferes with safe vehicle operation in parking areas, residential streets, and regular traffic conditions.
Tl* the contact owns a 2018 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start when the remote start feature was pressed on the key fob. Also, the auto stop indicator remained illuminated even when the feature was set to off. The contact also stated that there was a coolant leak and the emergency brake warning indicator was illuminated while the vehicle was being driven. In addition, the automatic headlamps were illuminated and, when using the remote start feature in cold weather, the heated seats would not operate and the defroster would not activate. The contact was concerned that cold air from the air conditioning unit would be activated instead. The vehicle was taken to griffin motor company (located at 11031 perry hwy, meadville, pa 16335, [phone]) to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that there was no evidence of a coolant leak. …
Instrument cluster is very bright at night, affecting the ability to see the roadway. Instrument cluster does not dim when attempting to adjust brightness. Instrument cluster does not adjust to compensate from daylight to darkness. Vehicle does not seem to recognize that the headlights are on. The option to adjust brightness, with the headlights on, is not available due to vehicle's inability to recognize that the headlights are on. Rear view camera is extremely bright at night, affecting the ability to recognize probable hazards in roadway. Due to this brightness, the eyes take time to readjust to the dark environment when vehicle is put back in drive. These issues occur when the vehicle is in motion and stationary.
Tl* the contact owns a 2018 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that the side view hrsg heated mirrors created a strong reflection, which impacted the contact's vision. The contact placed felt over the heating system as a interim remedy to prevent the extensive glare. The vehicle was scheduled for a diagnostic appointment with tunkhannock auto mart: Dodge Ram Chrysler Jeep (509 joseph hunter highway, tunkhannock, pa 18657, [phone]). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 300.
Driver side wiper blade fell off while driving in a snow storm, resulting in wiper arm smacking back against windshield and cracking glass. Had to get windshield replaced and new wiper blades. Very dangerous. Professionally installed replacement blade also fell off during use during rain storm on christmas eve, leaving me stranded on side of highway. Why is this not included in recall with 2019 /20 models? Very very dangerous.
The windshield wiper stalk completely broke apart and fell off. The rear wiper continued to move and could not be turned off and the front wipers could not be turned on. After getting home, I turned the car back on and the front wipers won't shut off and the wiper fluid continually runs, rendering the car inoperable to drive.the car was purchased yesterday and the stalk broke today while backing out of the driveway.
Window & Wiper complaints in other Compass years
Frequently asked questions
How common are window & wiper problems on the 2018 Jeep Compass?
NHTSA has 22 complaints about the windows, wipers & sunroof of the 2018 Jeep Compass, 2% of the model year's 946 complaints. The component named most often is sun/moon roof assembly (2 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2018 Jeep Compass window & wiper problems?
No. NHTSA lists no windows, wipers & sunroof recall for the 2018 Jeep Compass, though it has 6 recalls 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 2018 Jeep Compass window & wiper problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 6,000 miles, and 77% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 1 crash, 0 fires and 1 injury to windows, wipers & sunroof 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.