Jeep Compass vs Toyota Highlander
For 2006–2022 models, the Toyota Highlander has 14.8 owner complaints per 10,000 sold, against 31.0 for the Jeep Compass. 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
2.1× the Toyota Highlander’s rate
- 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
Toyota Highlander
14.8 complaints per 10,000 sold
52% fewer than the Jeep Compass
- Complaints
- 4,115
- Sold
- 2,782,803
- Recall campaigns
- 37
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 0
Most complaints: 2008 and 2010. Fewest: 2007, 2014, 2016 and 2022. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Doors, windows, latches, seats and trim
Typically around 56,000 mi
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Harsh, delayed or erratic shifting
Typically around 16,000 mi
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Body control and other modules
Typically around 46,000 mi
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Airbags, seatbelts and restraints
Typically around 60,100 mi
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Automatic transmission internals
Typically around 73,350 mi · repair $2,910–$5,410
Common questions
Which has fewer problems, the Jeep Compass or the Toyota Highlander?
For 2006–2022 models, the Toyota Highlander has 14.8 owner complaints per 10,000 sold and the Jeep Compass has 31.0, 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 Toyota Highlander?
The most-reported problem on the Toyota Highlander is doors, windows, latches, seats and trim, typically around 56,000 miles.
Which Jeep Compass and Toyota Highlander years have the most complaints?
Relative to each vehicle's typical year: Jeep Compass: 2007, 2012, 2014 and 2018; Toyota Highlander: 2008 and 2010.
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.