Oil level rising (DPF regeneration)
usually 60,000–160,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: 'Change oil' warning, oil level above max
Fix: Change oil earlier; avoid only short trips
€0–150
Common faults, service intervals and costs
Jeep Compass II (EU)
2017–now · Jeep Compass 2 (EU)
3
engines covered
12
known faults
8,851
roadworthiness tests in the statistics
6
official recalls
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The Jeep Compass II (EU) has been built since 2017.
For this generation we cover 3 engines and 12 known faults, each with the mileage range where it usually appears.
The most expensive known risk is TCT / DCT actuator & clutch: it usually appears at 60,000–160,000 km and costs €800–2,200 to fix.
In UK roadworthiness tests in 2024, at 50–100 thousand km this model most often failed on: lights, wipers and visibility (11.5 %), tyres and wheels (8.0 %), suspension (3.6 %). It fails more often than an average car of the same age and mileage on: suspension, tyres and wheels, lights, wipers and visibility, exhaust, emissions and leaks. It fails less often than average on: brakes.
Engines
| Engine | Fuel | Timing drive | Oil |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6 / 2.0 MultiJet II (JTDm / DDiS) | Diesel | Belt · 120,000 km | 5W-30 · Fiat 9.55535-S1 · ~4.2–4.9 L · every 15,000 km |
| 1.0 / 1.3 FireFly (incl. turbo / mild hybrid) | Petrol | Chain | — |
| 1.4 T-Jet / MultiAir (turbo) | Petrol | Belt · 120,000 km | 5W-40 · Fiat 9.55535-S2 · ~3.9 L · every 15,000 km |
Faults by engine
1.6 / 2.0 MultiJet II (JTDm / DDiS)
EGR / DPF
usually 100,000–180,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Power loss, DPF light
Fix: Clean or replace
€300–1,500
Timing belt tensioner and water pump
usually 100,000–140,000 km · High risk
Signs: Noise from belt area
Fix: Replace with the belt kit
€400–800
1.0 / 1.3 FireFly (incl. turbo / mild hybrid)
Ignition coils / spark plugs
usually 80,000–150,000 km · Wear part
Signs: Misfire, flashing engine light
Fix: Replace coil and plugs
€100–300
Water pump
usually 100,000–160,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Coolant loss
Fix: Replace pump
€250–500
Catalytic converter
usually 180,000–260,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Rattle, efficiency code
Fix: Replace
€500–1,500
1.4 T-Jet / MultiAir (turbo)
MultiAir actuator ('brick') failure
usually 80,000–160,000 km · High risk
Signs: Misfire, rough idle, engine light, runs on 3 cylinders
Fix: Replace MultiAir unit; use correct 5W-40 oil
€600–1,300
Turbo wastegate / boost leaks
usually 80,000–160,000 km · Wear part
Signs: Loss of power
Fix: Replace actuator or hoses
€150–500
Gearboxes
Manual
Clutch wear
usually 120,000–200,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Slipping, high bite point
Fix: Replace clutch kit
€500–900
Dual-mass flywheel
usually 150,000–220,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Rattle at idle, vibration pulling away
Fix: Replace with clutch
€700–1,400
DCT / TCT (C635, dry clutch)
TCT / DCT actuator & clutch
usually 60,000–160,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Jerky shifts, gearbox warning
Fix: Actuator / clutch replacement
€800–2,200
Automatic (Aisin 6-speed / ZF 9HP)
ZF 9HP rough shifts / software
usually 20,000–120,000 km · Wear part
Signs: Harsh or delayed shifts
Fix: Software update; fluid service
€0–400
Scheduled service
Intervals and typical prices for the 1.6 / 2.0 MultiJet II (JTDm / DDiS) engine. Other engines differ in oil, timing drive and some filters; the app gives the exact plan.
| Item | Interval | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| DPF health check (soot / ash load)Emissions | every 20,000 km | €0–60 |
| Engine oil + oil filterEngine | every 15,000 km or every 12 months | €70–150 |
| Cabin (pollen) filterClimate | every 15,000 km or every 12 months | €15–40 |
| Brake fluidBrakes | every 24 months | €50–95 |
| A/C service (regas + desiccant)Climate | every 24 months | €70–150 |
| Air filterEngine | every 30,000 km or every 24 months | €15–45 |
| Fuel filterFuel | every 30,000 km or every 24 months | €40–110 |
| Glow plugsEngine | every 100,000 km | €120–300 |
| Auxiliary (serpentine) beltEngine | every 120,000 km | €70–180 |
| Timing belt kit + water pumpEngine | every 120,000 km or every 96 months | €450–900 |
| Coolant replacementCooling | every 150,000 km or every 96 months | €70–150 |
| Manual gearbox oilTransmission | every 150,000 km | €60–130 |
| Front brake padsBrakes | usually at 30,000–60,000 km | €60–150 |
| Front brake discs + padsBrakes | usually at 60,000–120,000 km | €150–320 |
| Rear brake padsBrakes | usually at 50,000–90,000 km | €50–130 |
| Tyres (set of 4)Wheels | usually at 40,000–60,000 km | €320–700 |
| Wiper bladesBody | checked at service | €20–50 |
| 12V batteryElectrical | checked at service | €100–220 |
Roadworthiness tests by mileage
Share of tests in the United Kingdom (DVSA MOT, 2024) that this model failed because of each system. Bold red means more often and green less often than an average car of the same age and mileage. Sample: 8,851 tests.
| thousand km | 0–50 | 50–100 | 100–150 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 1.0 % | 2.3 % | 2.9 % |
| Suspension | 1.1 % | 3.6 % | 6.2 % |
| Steering | 0.1 % | 0.3 % | 0.5 % |
| Tyres and wheels | 6.1 % | 8.0 % | 9.1 % |
| Lights, wipers and visibility | 7.0 % | 11.5 % | 14.1 % |
| Body and corrosion | 0.2 % | 0.4 % | 0.5 % |
| Exhaust, emissions and leaks | 0.9 % | 2.5 % | 5.3 % |
Roadworthiness tests in the Netherlands by age
Share of this model's Dutch fleet that had a defect in each system at a roadworthiness test (APK) in 2025. Bold red means more often and green less often than an average car of the same age and fuel. Sample: 6,225 cars.
| age (years) | 3–5 | 6–8 |
|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 0.3 % | 1.3 % |
| Suspension | 0.1 % | 1.2 % |
| Steering | 0.0 % | 1.7 % |
| Tyres and wheels | 4.4 % | 9.6 % |
| Lights, wipers and visibility | 3.9 % | 8.8 % |
| Body and corrosion | 0.0 % | 0.0 % |
| Exhaust, emissions and leaks | 0.1 % | 0.5 % |
Most common engine versions in the EU
New cars of this generation registered in the EU, Iceland and Norway 2010–2025: 326,991, of which 1,229 in Croatia. The share shows how common each version is.
| Version | Share | Years | CO₂ | Fuel use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6 / 2.0 MultiJet II (JTDm / DDiS)1.6 (1,598 cm³) · 88 kW (120 hp) · Diesel | 17.5 % | 2017–2023 | 155 g/km | 5.7 L |
| 1.5 Hybrid1.5 (1,469 cm³) · 96 kW (131 hp) · Hybrid | 12.2 % | 2021–2025 | 129 g/km | 5.7 L |
| 1.6 / 2.0 MultiJet II (JTDm / DDiS)1.6 (1,598 cm³) · 96 kW (131 hp) · Diesel | 12.2 % | 2021–2025 | 138 g/km | 5.3 L |
| 1.0 / 1.3 FireFly (incl. turbo / mild hybrid)1.3 (1,332 cm³) · 132 kW (179 hp) · Hybrid | 10.8 % | 2020–2025 | 45 g/km | 1.9 L |
| 1.6 / 2.0 MultiJet II (JTDm / DDiS)2.0 (1,956 cm³) · 103 kW (140 hp) · Diesel | 10.4 % | 2017–2022 | 180 g/km | 7.0 L |
| 1.0 / 1.3 FireFly (incl. turbo / mild hybrid)1.3 (1,332 cm³) · 96 kW (131 hp) · Hybrid | 10.0 % | 2020–2025 | 45 g/km | 1.9 L |
| 1.4 T-Jet / MultiAir (turbo)1.4 (1,368 cm³) · 103 kW (140 hp) · Petrol | 9.1 % | 2017–2022 | 174 g/km | 7.7 L |
| 1.0 / 1.3 FireFly (incl. turbo / mild hybrid)1.3 (1,332 cm³) · 110 kW (150 hp) · Petrol | 6.0 % | 2020–2023 | 156 g/km | 6.8 L |
| 1.4 T-Jet / MultiAir (turbo)1.4 (1,368 cm³) · 125 kW (170 hp) · Petrol | 5.2 % | 2017–2021 | 206 g/km | 9.3 L |
| 1.0 / 1.3 FireFly (incl. turbo / mild hybrid)1.3 (1,332 cm³) · 96 kW (131 hp) · Petrol | 3.6 % | 2020–2025 | 155 g/km | 6.8 L |
Source: European Environment Agency (EEA), monitoring of CO₂ emissions from new passenger cars, CC BY 4.0. CO₂ and fuel use are official type-approval values (WLTP from 2021), not real-world consumption.
Owner complaints in the US
Which systems owners reported to the US agency NHTSA and at what mileage. Complaints are not confirmed faults and some relate to recalls. Sample: 902 complaints.
Official recalls
Recalls the manufacturer published in the United Kingdom for this model (6). The same recalls usually apply across Europe. Ask an authorised dealer to check by VIN whether your car is affected and whether the work has been done.
- Fire risk 2024 Jeep Renegade and Compass PHEV 12V cable connection22/08/2024 · R/2024/288
- Wheels / tyres Incorrect tyre size data on Certificate of Conformity (CoC)24/05/2024 · R/2024/184
- Fire risk The PBU (pressure valve) membrane in the high voltage battery pack may not be sealed due to incomplete ultrasonic welding10/07/2023 · R/2023/202
- Engine / loss of power The body control module software may allow the engine stop start system to operate outside of the emissions certification25/06/2019 · R/2019/176
- Wheels / tyres An unlatched rear seat back may have reduced luggaage retention capabilities and may have increased forward displacement26/11/2018 · R/2018/303
- Airbag The passenger airbag (pab) may contain loose fastners due to an assembly problem at the supplier09/10/2018 · R/2018/273
Common questions
Does the Jeep Compass II (EU) have a timing chain or a timing belt?
1.6 / 2.0 MultiJet II (JTDm / DDiS): belt · 120,000 km; 1.0 / 1.3 FireFly (incl. turbo / mild hybrid): chain; 1.4 T-Jet / MultiAir (turbo): belt · 120,000 km.
What are the known problems with the Jeep Compass II (EU)?
The faults with the highest risk: multiAir actuator ('brick') failure (80,000–160,000 km, €600–1,300); timing belt tensioner and water pump (100,000–140,000 km, €400–800); TCT / DCT actuator & clutch (60,000–160,000 km, €800–2,200); EGR / DPF (100,000–180,000 km, €300–1,500). The full list by engine is on this page.
What does the Jeep Compass II (EU) most often fail its roadworthiness test on?
In UK roadworthiness tests in 2024, at 50–100 thousand km this model most often failed on: lights, wipers and visibility (11.5 %), tyres and wheels (8.0 %), suspension (3.6 %). It fails more often than an average car of the same age and mileage on: suspension, tyres and wheels, lights, wipers and visibility, exhaust, emissions and leaks. It fails less often than average on: brakes.
What should you check when buying a used Jeep Compass II (EU)?
Before you buy, ask an authorised dealer to check by VIN that the recalls have been done (6 have been published for this model). If the engine has a timing belt, ask for the invoice for its replacement: with no proof, assume it has not been done. On the test drive, watch for these signs: misfire, rough idle, engine light, runs on 3 cylinders; noise from belt area. The full checklist is in the guide to buying a used car.
Models with the same engines
These models share engines with this car, so they share some of its faults too.
Fiat 500 2007–Fiat Grande Punto / Punto 2005–2018Alfa Romeo Giulietta 2010–2020Fiat 500X 2014–Fiat Doblò II 2010–2022Alfa Romeo MiTo 2008–2018Opel Combo D 2011–2018Fiat 500L 2012–2022
Other Jeep models
Jeep Wrangler (JL) 2018–Jeep Cherokee (KL) 2014–2023Jeep Renegade (EU) 2014–Jeep Avenger 2023–Jeep Grand Cherokee 2010–Jeep Wrangler (JK) 2007–2018
Sources and notes
Faults, intervals and prices are indicative and collected from public sources and owner experience; always rely on the service book and a qualified workshop. Test statistics: DVSA – Anonymised MOT tests and results, Open Government Licence v3.0. Dutch tests: RDW Open Data (CC0). Engine versions: EEA, monitoring of CO₂ emissions from new passenger cars (CC BY 4.0, DG CLIMA). Owner complaints: NHTSA ODI (public domain). Recalls: DVSA Vehicle Safety Branch Recalls Database, OGL v3.0. Brand and model names are trademarks of their owners and are used only to describe the vehicles.
Updated 08/10/2026