2022 Jeep Compass
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2022 models.

- Class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
- Body styles
- 4dr SUV AWD, 4dr SUV FWD, 4dr SUV Trailhawk 4X4
- Engines
- 2.4L 4-cyl
- Horsepower
- 177 hp
- Transmission
- 8-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 25 combined · 22 city / 31 hwy
- Length
- 173.2 in
- Curb weight
- 3,184–3,633 lb
- NHTSA rating
- ★★★★★
- Recalls
- 4 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
- Lots of standard safety tech4 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.
Watch out for
- Higher rollover riskNHTSA estimates a 20.4% chance of rollover in a single-vehicle crash.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 29 similar 2022 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2022 Jeep Compass is a small SUV offered with a 2.4L 4-cyl engine and front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 173 inches long and 71 inches wide on a 103-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,327 lb (4dr SUV AWD).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 25 MPG combined (22 city / 31 highway), 6% worse than the 2022 small SUV average of 26.5 MPG, for an estimated $2,700 a year in fuel.
In NHTSA crash testing it earned a 4-star overall rating.
It has 4 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 226 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the electrical system.
What changed for 2022
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2021 Compass — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2021; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2021 Compass →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Toluca, Mexico
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2022 Compass configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr SUV AWD | 173.2 in | 70.9 in | 66.9 in | 103.1 in | 61.4 / 61.4 in | 3,327 lb | 59/41 |
| 4dr SUV FWD | 173.2 in | 70.9 in | 66.9 in | 103.1 in | 61.4 / 61.4 in | 3,184 lb | 59/41 |
| 4dr SUV Trailhawk 4X4 | 173.2 in | 70.9 in | 66.9 in | 103.1 in | 61.4 / 61.4 in | 3,633 lb | 59/41 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compass FWD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 / 31 / 25 | -6% | $2,700 | 350 |
| Compass 4WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic 9-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 22 / 30 / 25 | +2% | $2,700 | 358 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2022 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Driver / passenger | Side | Side pole | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Jeep Compass SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 4★ / 4★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 20.4% |
| 2022 Jeep Compass SUV FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 4★ / 4★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 20.4% |


Similar 2022 small SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Jeep Compass (this car) | 25 MPG | ★★★★★ | 4 |
| 2022 Toyota RAV4 | 40 MPG | ★★★★★ | 2 |
| 2022 Toyota RAV4 Prime | 38 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2022 Honda CR-V | 38 MPG | ★★★★★ | 6 |
| 2022 Ford Bronco | 20 MPG | Not rated | 23 |
| 2022 Hyundai Tucson | 38 MPG | ★★★★★ | 3 |
| 2022 Subaru Forester | 29 MPG | ★★★★★ | 1 |
Recalls (4)
Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera · Jun 13, 2024
NHTSA campaign 24V436000 · 1,033,433 vehicles
- Problem
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Dodge Durango, 2021-2023 Chrysler Pacifica, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, 2022 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, Chrysler Voyager, 2022-2023 Jeep Compass, Grand Cherokee, Wagoneer, Grand Wagoneer, and Ram Promaster vehicles. The radio software may prevent the rearview image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Risk
- A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will update the radio software or the software will be OTA, "Over-The-Air," free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning July 9, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's numbers for this recall are 66B and 79B.
Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel · Aug 14, 2023
NHTSA campaign 23V576000 · 181,999 vehicles
- Problem
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Jeep Compass vehicles. The brightness level of the instrument panel cluster (IPC) may not be adjustable due to incorrect software in the body control module (BCM). As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Control and Displays."
- Risk
- An IPC display that is not bright enough may not clearly show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will update the body control module (BCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 29, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 88A.
Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel · Feb 9, 2023
NHTSA campaign 23V058000 · 90 vehicles
- Problem
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Jeep Compass vehicles. The instrument panel center cluster display may be insufficiently illuminated and may not appear visible during daytime driving conditions. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Control and Displays."
- Risk
- An instrument panel display that is not visible to the driver may result in the inability to see safety-critical information, such as the fuel gauge and warning lights, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the windshield and headlamp switch, add a light sensor module, and add a wiring jumper harness to allow the instrument panel center cluster display backlighting to function correctly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 30, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 15A.
Seats › Front Assembly › Head Restraint · Apr 14, 2022
NHTSA campaign 22V248000 · 114 vehicles
- Problem
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Jeep Compass vehicles. The front seat head restraints were not welded properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 202, "Head Restraints."
- Risk
- Improperly welded head restraints can result in an increased risk of injury to seat occupants during a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace both front seat head restraints, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 3, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Z36.
Not every 2022 Jeep Compass is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2022 Jeep Compass buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 4 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Electrical System — 95 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Exterior Lighting — 49 owner reports. Check all exterior lights, wipers and the windshield for cracks.
- Engine — 37 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 11,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2022 Jeep Compass. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Compass years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Compass | 26 | 173.2 in | Not rated | 1 | 5 |
| 2025 Compass | 27 | 173.2 in | ★★★★★ | 0 | 29 |
| 2024 Compass | 27 | 173.2 in | ★★★★★ | 0 | 54 |
| 2023 Compass | 27 | 173.2 in | Not rated | 2 | 49 |
| 2021 Compass | 25 | 173.2 in | ★★★★★ | 0 | 81 |
| 2020 Compass | 26 | 173.2 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 143 |
| 2019 Compass | 26 | 173.2 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 331 |
| 2018 Compass | 26 | 173.2 in | ★★★★★ | 6 | 947 |
| 2017 Compass | 26 | 175.2 in | ★★★★★ | 4 | 229 |
| 2016 Compass | 25 | 175.2 in | Not rated | 1 | 293 |
| 2015 Compass | 25 | 175.2 in | Not rated | 1 | 113 |
| 2014 Compass | 25 | 173.6 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 283 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Jeep. How we calculate this →