Jeep Compass fuel pump problems

Filed Aug 28, 2026 · Engine, Fuel system · 68,440 miles · LA

On August 25, 2026, my 2018 Jeep Compass equipped with the 2.4L engine became inoperable approximately five months after I purchased it. The vehicle had approximately 68,000 miles. An independent repair shop initially found no fuel pressure and replaced the fuel pump and spark plugs. The vehicle remained mechanically compromised, and testing showed only 99 PSI compression in cylinder 3. The shop recommended engine replacement at an estimated cost of $9,221.49. Jeep confirmed that the vehicle was associated with Customer Satisfaction Notification W20 concerning excessive oil consumption and potential engine stalling, as well as XB1, the 2.4L excessive-oil-consumption warranty extension. Jeep stated that XB1 expired on September 20, 2025. I am concerned that abnormal oil consumption or a related engine defect may have caused progressive internal engine damage and created a stalling or loss-of-power safety risk. I request that the federal safety agency document and investigate this failure. Jeep customer-care reference number: 97940025.

Filed Aug 31, 2025 · Transmission · MT

Every single time I seen the climb McDonald pass in Helena, Montana the car freaks out says service transmission now no matter if I do it at 55 miles an hour or 75 miles an hour, which is about as fast as it’ll go up the pass, it goes in the limp mode, shuts off the fuel pump says service transmission now every single light on the dash that could come on comes on. I don’t know what’s going on with it. I’ve taken it to the dealership. They can’t seem to figure it out.

Filed May 11, 2025 · Acceleration, Electrical · VA

The car broke down the very first day I got it! The alternator had to be changed I took it back to Auto connection where I got it from and they replaced it. Since then the car has been breaking down, I have had to pay for out of pocket for a new thermostat, another alternator, hoses, fuel pump, and I have only had the car a yr. Now it’s making a loud hissing noise after I just paid for brand new spark plugs and it’s not accelerating and ver 40/45 mph! Which is costing me more money to pay for a uber to work and everywhere I need to go while still making car payments! My insurance doesn’t handle these repairs. I need immediate help please!

Filed Feb 22, 2023 · Engine, Fuel system · NJ

Over the past two days the engine on my 2018 Jeep Compass Trailhawk simply stopped and cut off as I was turning into intersections. Thankfully I was able to coast to the shoulder and put the Jeep into park to restart engine. This is such a dangerous issue, and I cannot even imagine it happening on a highway or merging lane going 65 mph. Scheduled an appointment for vehicle, and I noted that other Jeep Compass vehicles from 2018 had a recall due to cracked fuel pump issue, though it seems my particular VIN is not "part" of that recall. Maybe it needs to be. This is a very dangerous issue.

Filed May 20, 2021 · Electrical, Engine · OH

I have had my vehicle for 5 years and the issue is getting worse as the years go by. When my “Low Oil/Change Engine Oil” light comes on, my vehicle stalls out and the lightening bolt indicator light flashes while driving.The indicator light comes on as I push the gas pedal. When I release the pedal, it goes out. Each time I attempt to accelerate/press the gas pedal, the vehicle stalls as if it’s not getting the gas it needs to accelerate. I had my fuel line and fuel pump checked and it is perfectly fine, I had a tuneup as well. I have this issue every single time that my “Low Oil/Change Engine Oil” indicator light comes on and I am constantly putting oil in my engine. I am paying out money to have my vehicle checked, constantly. I was informed of the issue and there are Class Action Suits being dismissed for the same mechanical issue that I have been having for 4 and a half years.

Filed Feb 4, 2021 · Engine · 556 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2019 jeep compass. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact restarted the vehicle and the vehicle worked as designed. The auto start/stop warning indicator light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to suncoast chrysler jeep dodge ram (8755 park blvd n, seminole, fl 33777, (727)393-4621) to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage 556.

Filed Oct 22, 2020 · Fuel system · 33,300 miles · MO

I have a 2012 jeep compass 4 x 4 and when attempting to fuel the vehicle the fuel pump nozzle will not stay locked in to pump fuel until full. Took the vehicle to the dealer and was told it was the roll over valve in the fuel tank was stuck and that the fuel tank would have to be replaced. I read about the safety recall the federal safety agency # m11 and m14 which stated that 2012 jeep compass and patriot produced between 12/17/2011 and 01/02/2012 had damaged roll over valves installed in the tanks and where subject to the recall. The complaint I have is my vehicle which was produced on 4/12/2012 has the exact same problem but was not included in the recall.

Filed Jun 17, 2020 · Driver assistance, Electrical · 69,481 miles · MT

While driving my jeep continues to stall and stutter and gives off multiple error codes. I get my 4 wheel turned on, ABS, fuel pump, and an electrical code that is a lighting bolt in a set of parenthesis. This is happening each time I am driving and the car slows to about 10 MPH then begins to stop driving.

Filed Mar 7, 2019 · Fuel system · 60,000 miles · NY

Tl* the contact owns a 2012 jeep compass. While adding fuel to the vehicle, the fuel pump would continue to click off. The vehicle was taken to port jefferson jeep (rt 347, port jefferson, ny) where it was diagnosed that the fuel transfer line and fuel tank were faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and did not assist. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 60,000.

Filed Jan 22, 2018 · Fuel system · 34,000 miles · NY

Tl* the contact owns a 2012 jeep compass. Upon fueling the vehicle, the fuel pump made a clicking noise. The filler failed to receive the fuel, causing it to have to be pumped slowly due to the failure. The dealer (westbury jeep chrysler dodge ram srt, 100 jericho turnpike, jericho, ny 11753, (516) 336-4784) was unable to provide an appointment within a reasonable time frame. An independent mechanic inspected and diagnosed the vehicle. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 34,000. *tt