Component Record

Jeep Compass 2012 Fuel and Propulsion System Problems

44 distinct owners reported a fuel and propulsion system problem on the 2012 Jeep Compass - 24% of all complaints for this model year.

Recall Coverage44 complaints

44 complaints; 2 recall campaigns cover this system.

Campaigns Covering This System

12V142000Reported April 3, 2012 - 1,689 vehicles potentially affected

Recall covering the fuel and propulsion system system, reported to NHTSA on April 3, 2012. The campaign covers an estimated 1,689 vehicles across all affected models.

13V120000Reported April 3, 2013 - 20,799 vehicles potentially affected

Recall covering the fuel and propulsion system system, reported to NHTSA on April 3, 2013. The campaign covers an estimated 20,799 vehicles across all affected models.

Other Systems on This Model Year

Engine38 Air Bags28 Power Train26 Unknown Or Other24 Electrical System24 Seat Belts22

How to Read These Counts: complaint counts are owner reports to NHTSA, not failure rates. Older and higher-volume vehicles accumulate more reports, and counts are not adjusted for vehicles sold - no per-sales rate or reliability ranking is shown, because the public data does not support one.

Data as of October 30, 2026. Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaints, recalls, and investigations files (U.S. Government public domain). DefectRecord is not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. For your specific vehicle, use NHTSA's VIN lookup. Report an error.