Jeep Compass vs Jeep Grand Cherokee
For 2006–2022 models, the Jeep Compass has 31.0 owner complaints per 10,000 sold, against 46.9 for the Jeep Grand Cherokee. Below: what each one’s owners report most, when it shows up, and what it costs to fix.
Both rates cover the same model years (2006–2022), counting each complaint once and dividing by US sales, so the more popular vehicle isn’t penalized for being popular. Years too new to judge are left out. How this is calculated.
Jeep Compass
31.0 complaints per 10,000 sold
34% fewer than the Jeep Grand Cherokee
- Complaints
- 3,535
- Sold
- 1,141,682
- Recall campaigns
- 23
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 1
Most complaints: 2007, 2012, 2014 and 2018. Fewest: 2006, 2013 and 2020–2021. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Body control and other modules
Typically around 35,000 mi
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Stalling and no-start
Typically around 44,000 mi
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Airbags, seatbelts and restraints
Typically around 45,000 mi
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Oil consumption and leaks
Typically around 19,000 mi
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Harsh, delayed or erratic shifting
Typically around 30,000 mi
Jeep Grand Cherokee
46.9 complaints per 10,000 sold
1.5× the Jeep Compass’s rate
- Complaints
- 13,733
- Sold
- 2,926,799
- Recall campaigns
- 65
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 3
Most complaints: 2008, 2011–2012 and 2014. Fewest: 2010, 2016, 2020 and 2022. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Body control and other modules
Typically around 70,000 mi
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Airbags, seatbelts and restraints
Typically around 83,000 mi
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Stalling and no-start
Typically around 80,000 mi
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Doors, windows, latches, seats and trim
Typically around 79,750 mi
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Wiring harness, grounds and connectors
Typically around 81,350 mi
Common questions
Which has fewer problems, the Jeep Compass or the Jeep Grand Cherokee?
For 2006–2022 models, the Jeep Compass has 31.0 owner complaints per 10,000 sold and the Jeep Grand Cherokee has 46.9, counting the same model years for both.
What is the most common problem on the Jeep Compass?
The most-reported problem on the Jeep Compass is body control and other modules, typically around 35,000 miles.
What is the most common problem on the Jeep Grand Cherokee?
The most-reported problem on the Jeep Grand Cherokee is body control and other modules, typically around 70,000 miles.
Which Jeep Compass and Jeep Grand Cherokee years have the most complaints?
Relative to each vehicle's typical year: Jeep Compass: 2007, 2012, 2014 and 2018; Jeep Grand Cherokee: 2008, 2011–2012 and 2014.
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, recalls and investigations; US sales from public industry figures; repair costs from book labor hours and parts pricing at national rates. Complaints are self-reported and not independently verified. Problem lists cover each vehicle’s full history. This is not a recommendation to buy or avoid either vehicle.