Recalls ·2016 Jeep Compass FWD

2016 Jeep Compass FWD recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2016 Jeep Compass FWD; the most frequently affected component is engine and engine cooling — engine. Owners filed 293 complaints, most often about engine. Among the 9 model years of this model in the database, 2016 ranks #7 for number of recalls.

Recalls1
Complaints293

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Recalls (1)

Engine and engine cooling — EngineCampaign 16V907000 · 16 Dec 2016

Problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Dodge Journey, Jeep Compass, and Jeep Patriot vehicles manufactured May 9, 2016, to July 15, 2016. The crankshaft or camshaft sensor may only work intermittently, causing the engine to stall.

Risk: If the engine stalls, there is an increased the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the crankshaft or camshaft sensor connector, free of charge. The recall began February 8, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S89.

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.

Engine19 · 48%
Electrical system12 · 30%
Engine and engine cooling8 · 20%
Power train7 · 18%
Unknown or other7 · 18%
Vehicle speed control6 · 15%
Air bags2 · 5%
Seat belts2 · 5%

When complaints were filed

20242
202515
202623

From owner complaints

The contact's daughter owns a 2016 Jeep Compass. While the contact’s daughter was driving at various speeds, the RPM started fluctuating, the vehicle stalled, and lost power steering functionality. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact's daughter was unable to pull over to the side of the road. The…

Engine and engine cooling · Mar 2024 · NHTSA complaint record

The contact owns a 2016 Jeep Compass. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated. While driving uphill, the vehicle was chugging. The vehicle was difficult to shift into gear. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who test-drove the vehicle and retrieved DTC code:…

Engine and engine cooling · Aug 2024 · NHTSA complaint record

Head rest on passenger side popped out while driving and hit me, the passenger, in the head. I found that this particular model did have a recall a few years back as said below, however, our car was not recalled, why not? We went to the dealership to get this repaired and was told there was a warranty but because this…

Air bags · Oct 2025 · NHTSA complaint record

The contact owns a 2016 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled. The failure was a recurring failure. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V907000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The…

Engine and engine cooling · Aug 2026 · NHTSA complaint record

How this year compares

Recalls per model year for this model.

20142
20151
20161
20174
20186
20192
20201
20210
20224

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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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