Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2026 Compass.
The 2026 Jeep Compass returns with an 8‑speed automatic and an EPA rating of 23 city / 31 highway / 26 combined mpg. Owner‑reported issues are minimal — just two complaints total, none resulting in a recall, with the most frequent concern centered on the forward collision avoidance system. Across the model’s 2007‑2026 history, 2026 marks the lowest complaint count, far below the 2018 peak of 928 reports. That record‑low figure suggests the current generation is entering the market with a notably clean reliability slate.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic 8-spd |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 23 / 31 / 26 mpg |
| Drivetrain | All-Wheel Drive |
| Recommended fuel | Regular Gasoline |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
Independent road tests for the Compass of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Latitude 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 7.50 sec | 15.80 sec | 200 hp | AWD |
| 2023 | Altitude 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 7.90 sec | 16.10 sec | 200 hp | AWD |
| 2023 | Trailhawk 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 8.10 sec | 16.20 sec | 200 hp | AWD |
| 2022 | High Altitude 2.4L I-4 | 9.70 sec | 17.30 sec | 177 hp | AWD |
| 2021 | Trailhawk 2.4L I-4 | 10.40 sec | 17.70 sec | 180 hp | AWD |
| 2018 | Limited 2.4L I-4 | 8.70 sec | 16.70 sec | 180 hp | FWD |
| 2018 | Sport 2.4L I-4 | 9.30 sec | 17.10 sec | 180 hp | AWD |
| 2017 | Sport 2.4L I-4 | 8.40 sec | 16.60 sec | 180 hp | 4x4 |
Condensed service procedures for routine maintenance. Procedures that require dealer diagnostic equipment are identified and summarized only.
| Tool required | DRBIII scan tool (dealer / locksmith) |
| Why | Transmitter codes are written into the receiver in the passenger door module |
| When needed | After Sentry Key Immobilizer Module (SKIM) replacement |
| Tool required | DRBIII scan tool |
| Also required | The vehicle's four-digit PIN code |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The 2026 Jeep Compass exhibits a minimal federal record, featuring only 2 complaints, 0 recalls, and 0 investigations. This follows a generational trend where complaints peaked significantly in 2018 with 928 entries, followed by a steady decline through 2025. Compared to 20 complaints in 2025 and 51 in 2024, the 2026 model shows the lowest volume of reported issues in the provided record. The target year's complaints focus on Forward Collision Avoidance and the Electrical System/Service Brakes, though the data does not specify the root cause. Additionally, Technical Service Bulletins have decreased to 115 from a peak of 406 in 2020. Given the dramatic reduction in complaints and recalls compared to earlier years, this is a good year to buy.
All 2 complaints on record, top 2 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.
Showing 5 of 112 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| S2508000025 REV. B | 2026-07-06 | Electrical System | Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) and Radio Compass Display has Dashes (--) |
| 112640 | 2026-06-30 | Engine | THROTTLE BODY – NONE |
| 112639 | 2026-06-30 | Engine | THROTTLE BODY – NONE |
| S2508000025 REV.A | 2026-06-26 | Electrical System | Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) and Radio Compass Display has Dashes (--) |
| 112980 | 2026-06-22 | Electrical System | CAMERA - REAR VIEW |
The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.
Decode factory build data for a specific vehicle by VIN.
Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.
NHTSA lists 0 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.
EPA figures are 23 city / 31 highway / 26 combined mpg.