2018 Jeep Compass Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 151about this part
- Share
- 16%of 948 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 21,000miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 151 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 2018 Jeep Compass, 16% of the 948 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 21,000 miles. 7 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“On november 14, 2019, my wife drove our 2018 Jeep Compass on a local street, within minutes, the car began slowing down in the middle of the road, came to a complete stop, and then shut off. Before the car shut off, the emergency brake light came on. On the first attempt, the car did not turn back on. On the second attempt, the car turned back on.”
NHTSA complaint #11280182, filed 2019-11, 9,000 miles“When my vehicle hits 47 MPH it starts making a very loud humming noise coming from the engine area. The noise continues to be persistent until I slow down to less than 30 MPH. I have taken it to dealership but Jeep doesn't know how to fix it. They say they have been working on a software update since early 2018. I'm not sure if it's damaging my vehicle but it is extremely loud.”
NHTSA complaint #11288927, filed 2019-12, 30,000 miles“Computer message in the car information screen stated shifter service as I was turning on the car. Currently there hasn't been a recall on this item but according to the research there needs to be on set up. Everytime I attempt to accelerate there is a delay also upon braking just a tip jerks the whole vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #11219994, filed 2019-06, 21,831 miles“When driving down the road if I make a complete stop the autostp engages will not disengage until Jeep is in park and turned off and on. The emergency brake will also randomly engage. Cause me not to be able to move. Also have had times were the brake pedal is stiff and cant start the Jeep.”
NHTSA complaint #11353117, filed 2020-09, 49,000 miles“My car has stalled out several times on the interstate and in busy in town traffic all due to low oil pressure. I have taken my car in several times to have the oil topped off because my dipstick is showing no oil. This happens about every 500 miles. This car is a death trap!”
NHTSA complaint #11266769, filed 2019-10, 15,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11030018Mar 2, 2026Before replacing the RDM, please be aware that NVH from differential gears is typical and within the acceptable limits. Do not replace RDM for NVH issue.
- 11024056Oct 2, 2025948TE Transmission Reaction Shaft Service Bushing Kit Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle may exhibit/set the following…
- 10228037Apr 14, 2022Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates This bulletin involves reprogramming the PCM with the latest available software. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator…
- 10223097Mar 17, 2022No Start, After Flash And Or PCM Replace, DTC P0513 Invalid Skim Key Setting
- 10222882Jan 19, 2022GEAR, Rack and Pinion If looking to replace the rack and pinion due to a clunking / knocking noise, please use the Chassis Ear Tool to pinpoint the exact location of the noise…
- 10222982Jan 15, 2022Flash: Drivetrain Control Module (DTCM) Updates This bulletin involves reprogramming the DTCM with the latest available software. The customer may describe one or more of the…
- 10222964Jan 4, 2022Customer Satisfaction Notification W20 Reprogram Powertrain Control Module
- 10224601Jan 1, 2022Powertrain Control Module.
- 10219990Aug 31, 2021Ratcheting Or Growling Noise From Rear Differential Module (RDM).
- 10218529Aug 31, 2021Ratcheting Or Growling Noise From Rear Differential Module (RDM).
Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2 | 7% |
| 2024 | 6 | 11% |
| 2023 | 6 | 12% |
| 2022 | 19 | 8% |
| 2021 | 9 | 11% |
| 2020 | 29 | 20% |
| 2019 | 37 | 11% |
| 2018 | 151 | 16% |
| 2017 | 42 | 18% |
| 2016 | 44 | 15% |
| 2015 | 10 | 9% |
| 2014 | 35 | 11% |
| 2013 | 27 | 34% |
| 2012 | 26 | 14% |
| 2011 | 37 | 20% |
| 2010 | 4 | 6% |
| 2009 | 4 | 9% |
| 2008 | 12 | 13% |
| 2007 | 29 | 11% |
Other parts of the 2018 Jeep Compass
476 complaintsElectrical system
380 complaintsOther or unknown
195 complaintsBrakes
67 complaintsExterior lighting
64 complaintsFuel system
64 complaintsForward collision avoidance
38 complaintsVehicle speed control
33 complaintsSteering
28 complaintsSuspension
26 complaintsElectronic stability control
25 complaintsAir bags
22 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2018 Jeep Compass
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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