2022 Jeep Compass Electrical Problems

104 owners have reported electrical system problems with the 2022 Jeep Compass to NHTSA — 46% of all 225 complaints for this model year. The typical failure happened around 12,000 miles. That ranks #3 of 20 Compass model years for electrical complaints (a typical year has 22). 2 related recalls have been issued.

104complaints
12ktypical miles
2related recalls
1crashes
0fires
1injuries

Which parts fail

  • Instrument cluster/panel
    9
  • Starter assembly
    1

Components named in complaints (battery, alternator, wiring, ignition, instrument cluster, infotainment).

Mileage when the problem started

  • Under 25k
    1890%
  • 25k–50k
    210%
  • 50k–75k
    00%
  • 75k–100k
    00%
  • 100k–150k
    00%
  • 150k+
    00%

Owner reports

Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2022 Jeep Compass owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).

My family's n is safety was at risk daily ,do to fear of the electric system being off ,changing speed and directtion of car falsely. 2Continuly lights sources in panels on at night , unable to turn off . navigation pulling vehicle off lane ,to opposite side of road in rain sleet heavy snow . Stays stuck on after air bags diddnt deploy in accident, caused by nav control and engine lag ? Jeep after I had it in MacDonald motors bridgeton Maine,the seller . 2x in first months . We owned it . I was told when I drove in 1 day early dec .2024 and called another 3 times day around 1st WK of .told availability .threw Xmas . When I tried getting it in there in December, with my complaints of same issues,no appointment was able to be given . Until mid january no temporary vehicle offered .I asked ,was told that's too long .they couldn't offer me 1 . …

Dec 2024 · crash · 1 injury

The contact owns a 2022 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that while driving on several occasions at various speeds, and the Auto Stop system activated and the vehicle unintendedly stopped. The contact stated that the transmission failed to respond as needed and the vehicle had to be restarted. The vehicle was taken to a dealer on several occasions where it was diagnosed and determined that the alternator was damaged and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred immediately. The vehicle was taken to the same dealer, and it was determined that the vehicle needed to be driven for several miles to correct the failure. The failure reoccurred and the vehicle was taken to the same dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the main battery needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure persisted. …

0 miles · Feb 2024

The contact owns a 2022 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that when the USB port was in use, the digital screen would shut off and no longer display the safety features. The contact stated that the digital screen was used for safety and the features were no longer accessible. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where a software update was performed. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was taken back to the local dealer where the digital screen was replaced; however, the vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was taken to another local dealer Dayton Andrews Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram (2301 34th St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33713) where it was diagnosed but no resolution was found. The contact was advised by the second local dealer that whenever the remedy was available a notification would be provided. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. …

1,000 miles · Jun 2022

The contact owns a 2022 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that the vehicle was designed with the Auto Stop/Start feature. The contact stated that while at a complete stop, the feature engaged and the engine was turned off; however, the engine failed to restart while attempting to drive from the complete stop. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the body control module (BCM) was replaced; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, who informed the contact that the vehicle was operating as designed. The contact later received a call from the manufacturer advising him to take the vehicle back to the dealer for a diagnostic test. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with by the Remote Assistance of Jeep engineers, and it was determined that the batteries had low-capacities. The dealer replaced the batteries. …

10,000 miles · Jan 2023

The contact's wife owns a 2022 Jeep Compass. The contact state that upon start up, the instrument panel was illuminated and visible; however, once the START/STOP button was depressed, the instrument panel displayed dimmed. The contact then stated that after the vehicle was shifted into reverse(R), the instrument panel illuminated and displayed visibly; however, once shifted into drive (D), the instrument panel displayed dimmed. The contact stated that he was concerned for his wife's safety with the inability to see critical information on the instrument panel. An undisclosed dealer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the failure was not a safety concern and an appointment was scheduled for a later month. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 7,000.

Instrument cluster/panel · 7,000 miles · Aug 2023

The contact owns a 2022 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that while idle at a stop light the auto start/stop feature activated however when attempting to accelerate, the vehicle failed to restart. The vehicle then went into lockdown mode where all systems were deactivated. The police were contacted and assisted in merging the vehicle to the side of the road. The vehicle was placed in the park while they waited for the tow truck to arrive. When the tow truck arrived the vehicle was not able to be placed back into neutral to move onto the flatbed. The tow truck was able to tow the vehicle onto the flatbed despite the rear wheels being locked. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but had not been diagnosed. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 31,100.

31,000 miles · Dec 2024

The contact owns a 2022 Jeep Compass. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle stalled. The START/STOP system message was displayed. The computer screen went blank. The drive button on the instrument cluster and gear selector were blinking. The parking brake engaged without warning. While driving the vehicle at slow speeds, the vehicle jerked forward and failed to respond as needed. The contact waited for the vehicle to restart. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer however, the mechanic was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted but no additional assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 19,900.

19,000 miles · Jun 2022

The contact owns a 2022 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that the instrument cluster display was dim. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the instrument panel center cluster display was insufficiently illuminated, and the contact was informed that the wiring jumper harness needed to be added. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V058000 (Electrical System). The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was advised to take the vehicle to a different dealer and informed that the VIN was not included in a recall; however, the repair would be covered under warranty. The failure mileage was approximately 10,000.

Instrument cluster/panel · 10,000 miles · Dec 2022

The contact owns a 2022 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that the digital display on the instrument cluster failed to illuminate some of the warning light features. The contact then stated that the digital display was dim, and the Infotainment system failed to adjust the settings. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the digital sensor was missing and needed to be repaired however, the contact stated that he was informed that the failure could not be duplicated. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was provided a case number. The failure mileage was approximately 11,000.

Instrument cluster/panel · 11,000 miles · Mar 2023

The contact owns a 2022 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that the instrument panel was blank. While driving during the day, the instrument cluster screen was not visible. The contact linked the failure to NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 23V576000 (Electrical System) and 23V058000 (Electrical System); however, the VIN was not included in the recalls. The contact called the local dealer, who confirmed that the VIN was not included in the recall and informed the contact that the repair would be an out-of-pocket expense. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 20,000.

Instrument cluster/panel · 20,000 miles · Jan 2024

Related recalls

Electrical system › Instrument cluster/panel

NHTSA recall 23V-576 · Aug 14, 2023 · 181,999 vehicles

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).

Remedy: Dealers will update the body control module (BCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 29, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403.

Electrical system › Instrument cluster/panel

NHTSA recall 23V-058 · Feb 9, 2023 · 90 vehicles

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.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the windshield and headlamp switch, add a light sensor module, and add a wiring jumper harness to allow the instrument panel center cluster display backlighting to function correctly, free of…

Electrical complaints in other Compass years

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Electrical complaints per model year, Jeep Compass.

Frequently asked questions

How common are electrical problems on the 2022 Jeep Compass?

NHTSA has 104 complaints about the electrical system of the 2022 Jeep Compass, 46% of the model year's 225 complaints. The component named most often is instrument cluster/panel (9 mentions).

Is there a recall for 2022 Jeep Compass electrical problems?

Yes — NHTSA recall 23V-576 (instrument cluster/panel, Aug 14, 2023); NHTSA recall 23V-058 (instrument cluster/panel, Feb 9, 2023). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

At what mileage do 2022 Jeep Compass electrical problems start?

Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 12,000 miles, and 90% before 25,000 miles.

Is it dangerous?

Owners linked 1 crash, 0 fires and 1 injury 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.