2017 Jeep Compass steering problems
15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the steering on the 2017 Jeep Compass — 7% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“When driving my Jeep Compass, there have been numerous instances of the vehicle stalling out when slowing down or stopping at a light/stop sign. This has happened on busy roads, at busy intersections, and on country roads. When it happens, I cannot control any aspect of the vehicle; the breaks no…”
filed Apr 29, 2025
“The contact owns a 2017 Jeep Compass. The contact stated while driving at approximately 60 MPH, there was an abnormal clunking sound detected. While turning the steering wheel, the abnormal sound was detected. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent…”
filed Oct 31, 2023
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Steering problems in other Compass years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Compass | 1 | 5% |
| 2024 Compass | 2 | 4% |
| 2023 Compass | 6 | 13% |
| 2022 Compass | 11 | 5% |
| 2021 Compass | 6 | 8% |
| 2020 Compass | 6 | 4% |
| 2019 Compass | 19 | 6% |
| 2018 Compass | 28 | 3% |
| 2016 Compass | 16 | 6% |
| 2015 Compass | 4 | 4% |
| 2014 Compass | 8 | 3% |
| 2013 Compass | 3 | 4% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2017 Jeep Compass
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.