2027 Jeep Compass: common problems
The maker issued 14 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 14
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Comparison
What to check before buying
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
- Fuel/propulsion system. Fuel smell, leaks, rough running, fuel-system codes.
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Structure. Rails, pillars, panel gaps, signs of pulling or welding.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- Customer Can Not Make Changes to Pedestrian Emergency Braking (PEB) Setting in Radio
- Radio Over The Air Update to U43.17 R1H Software Version (FOTA) Customers may experience one or more of…
Radio Over The Air Update to U43.17 R1H Software Version (FOTA) Customers may experience one or more of the following:- Navigation Stability - Android Auto & Carplay stability & connectivity- Distorted/glitchy display…
- Not applicable to vehicles built for US market
Oil Leak Through The Rear Crankshaft Oil Seal (Flywheel Side) Customers may comment on the following: ● Oil Pressure warning light illuminates. ● Engine oil is leaking onto the floor beneath the vehicle This bulletin…
- Sunroof Assy Sunroof glass and/or sunshade cannot open/close (inoperative)
1. Please follow the service procedure: 08-Electrical/8N - Power Systems/ Power Top, Sunroof/ Diagnosis and Testing. 2. If sunroof motors continue to be inoperative, please contact STAR and reference SET 1599. ***This…
- Not applicable to vehicles built for US market
Noisy Timing Chain Tensioner Customers may experience the following: SYMPTOM: ● A metallic knocking noise coming from the timing chain area during engine operation. This bulletin involves replacing the timing chain…
- Not applicable to vehicles built for US market. Alignment Gap And Flush Customers may comment on the following
SYMPTOM: ● Misalignment of play and profile in the frontal region (hood, fender and bumper) and between side doors. This bulletin involves inspecting for an alignment issue with the hood, fenders and/or doors and…
- Not applicable to vehicles built for US market
Whistle Noise From Engine Area Customers may comment on the following: SYMPTOM: ● Whistle noise from engine compartment.
- Not applicable to vehicles built for US market
Difficulty Fueling Fuel Tank Customers may experience the following: SYMPTOM: ● Difficulty fueling the vehicle. This bulletin involves inspecting the fuel tank inflow control valve and possibly the fuel tank.
- Not applicable to vehicles built for US market
Oil Leak Through The Rear Crankshaft Oil Seal (Flywheel Side) Customers may comment on the following: SYMPTOM: ● Oil Pressure warning light illuminates. ● Engine oil is leaking onto the floor beneath the vehicle. This…
- Not applicable to vehicles built for US market
High Pressure Fuel Pump Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must SYMPTOM: exhibit/set one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): ● P0087-00…
- Not applicable to vehicles built for US market
Difficulty Fueling Fuel Tank Customers may experience the following: ● Difficulty fueling the vehicle. This bulletin involves inspecting the fuel tank inflow control valve and possibly the fuel tank.
- Not applicable to vehicles built for US market
Oil Leak Through The Rear Crankshaft Oil Seal (Flywheel Side) Customers may comment on the following: ● Oil Pressure warning light illuminates. ● Engine oil is leaking onto the floor beneath the vehicle. This bulletin…
NHTSA lists 14 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2027 Jeep Compass?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 14 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2027 Jeep Compass?
NHTSA lists 14 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2027 Jeep Compass from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2027 models
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.