2017 Jeep Cherokee vs 2017 Jeep Compass
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2017 Jeep Cherokee | 2017 Jeep Compass |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,325 | 228 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 257 | 259 |
| Investigations | 1 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 24 | 10 |
| Fire reports | 6 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 23–25 | 21–25 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 41,109 mi | 30,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Jeep Cherokee | Jeep Compass |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 641 | 42 |
| Electrical System | 341 | 86 |
| Engine | 256 | 71 |
| Service Brakes | 55 | 24 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 60 | 10 |
| Steering | 45 | 15 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 42 | 12 |
| Air Bags | 26 | 10 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 110 | 37 |
| Check engine light | 55 | 9 |
| Loss of power | 53 | 6 |
| Electrical failures | 36 | 5 |
| Vibration / shaking | 26 | 5 |
| Oil consumption | 24 | 9 |
| Won’t start | 16 | 8 |
| Shifting problems | 16 | 0 |
2017 Jeep Cherokee
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.