Recalls ·2013 Jeep Compass 2WD

2013 Jeep Compass 2WD recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2013 Jeep Compass 2WD; the most frequently affected component is seat belts — pretensioner. Owners filed 80 complaints, most often about power train. Among the 6 model years of this model in the database, 2013 ranks #6 for number of recalls.

Recalls1
Complaints80
Crashes reported1in stored complaints
Fires reported2in stored complaints

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Recalls (1)

Seat belts — PretensionerCampaign 16V668000 · 15 Sep 2016

Problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chrysler 200, 2010 Chrysler Sebring, 2010-2012 Dodge Caliber and 2010-2014 Jeep Patriot, Compass and Dodge Avenger vehicles. The Occupant Restraint Control (OCR) module may short circuit, preventing the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags from deploying in the event of a crash.

Risk: If the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a vehicle crash that necessitates deployment of these safety systems.

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the OCR, free of charge. Interim letters informing owners that parts are not available yet were mailed on October 26, 2016. The recall began on August 15, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S61.

What owners complain about

Share of the 40 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.

Power train16 · 40%
Unknown or other10 · 25%
Electrical system7 · 18%
Engine7 · 18%
Electronic stability control (esc)5 · 12%
Vehicle speed control3 · 8%
Air bags2 · 5%
Structure2 · 5%

When complaints were filed

20172
20187
201912
20209
20213
20223
20231
20242
20251

From owner complaints

Dangerously dropping into limp mode without warning or ability to override for safety. Early full system transmission failure without no options for repair. Finally died by making whining noise, going into limp mode and staying there. The excessive cost of replacing the transmission makes it not cost effective. Only…

Power train · Dec 2020 · NHTSA complaint record

Jeep first issues was at 89k, not shifting. Second issues was at100k transmission over heated. Dealer/ warranty had me changed the fluid and filter for transmission. Third issue, 130k transmission made a whining noise and stopped. Jeep was towed to the shop. After doing some research, turns out that the transmission…

Power train · Dec 2021 · NHTSA complaint record

2013 jeep compass latitude. Cvt trans heard up and stops all power. Have to pull over and let cool and repeat process every 10 miles or so

Power train · Feb 2019 · NHTSA complaint record

Tl* the contact owned a 2013 jeep compass. While driving approximately 45 mph, the driver saw flames in the rearview mirror. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was pulled over and the driver saw flames underneath the hood. The driver attempted to open the hood, but was unable to do so. The fire…

Electrical system · Jan 2017 · NHTSA complaint record

How this year compares

Recalls per model year for this model.

20073
20091
20102
20113
20124
20131

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Source

Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.

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