2020 Jeep Compass Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 3%of 143 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 19,126miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the visibility of the 2020 Jeep Compass, 3% of the 143 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 19,126 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“During my drive on 6/1/2022 I noticed as the heat intensified outside that my windshield started to look like it was melting and each time it gets hot the same occurs. I've also noticed this defect in a smaller yet in my sight line on my driver's side window and the rear window. Yes, my safety is put at risk as well as others due to the lack of true visibility while driving. I took my vehicle to 2 dealerships, auto glass center, auto body and auto detailer all have physically seen this issue happening. …”
NHTSA complaint #11470478, filed 2022-06“The contact owns a 2020 Jeep Compass. The contact stated while driving at 35 mph in the rain, when he attempted to use the windshield wipers but they failed to function. The contact stated he attempted to park the vehicle and was unable to see another vehicle which caused him to crash. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The air bags did deploy. The contact stated he sustained whiplash, neck and lower back injuries and did seek medical attention at the hospital. A police report was filed. The vehicle was not drivable. The contact towed the vehicle to an independent mechanic. …”
NHTSA complaint #11420821, filed 2021-06, 19,126 milesRelated recalls
- 20V208000Apr 9, 2020Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ram 1500, 1500 Classic and Jeep Compass vehicles. The windshield wiper arm or arms may loosen, possibly…Covers: Jeep Compass 2019–2020, Ram 1500 2019–2020
Related service bulletins
- 11002425Jun 20, 2024Motor - windshield wiper
- 10236969Apr 25, 2023Mirror
- 10221264Jun 10, 2021Power Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors, Operate Intermittently, Driver Door Ajar Warning Lamp On, Stop Start Feature Disabled
- 10223400May 4, 2021Power Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors, Operate Intermittently, Driver Door Ajar Warning Lamp On, Stop Start Feature Disabled
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1 | 2% |
| 2022 | 4 | 2% |
| 2021 | 1 | 1% |
| 2020 | 4 | 3% |
| 2019 | 5 | 2% |
| 2018 | 22 | 2% |
| 2016 | 5 | 2% |
| 2015 | 2 | 2% |
| 2014 | 5 | 2% |
| 2013 | 3 | 4% |
| 2012 | 3 | 2% |
| 2011 | 6 | 3% |
| 2010 | 1 | 1% |
| 2007 | 10 | 4% |
Other parts of the 2020 Jeep Compass
79 complaintsElectrical system
66 complaintsOther or unknown
29 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
29 complaintsSteering
8 complaintsBrakes
7 complaintsVehicle speed control
7 complaintsEngine cooling
4 complaintsForward collision avoidance
4 complaintsFuel system
4 complaintsSuspension
4 complaintsWheels
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2020 Jeep Compass
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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