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2022 Jeep Compass

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2022 Compass.

Transmission Automatic 9-spd

The 2022 Jeep Compass comes with an automatic nine‑speed transmission and carries an EPA fuel‑efficiency rating of 22/30/25 mpg. Its engine requires 5.5 quarts of 0W‑20 oil for proper lubrication. In terms of reliability, this model year logged 217 owner complaints, with the electrical system cited as the top problem area and four recalls issued. That total sits well below the 2018 peak of 927 complaints and nears the low of two complaints recorded for 2026.

Model year2026202520242023202220212020

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity5.5 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type0W-20OEM · verified
Lug nut torque100.0 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy22/30/25 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 86 · 525 CCA battery, OE oil filter 04892339BE. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 86 · 525 CCAOEM · verified
Tire size225/55R18 98HOEM · verified
Wheel / rim7 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter04892339BE
Engine air filter68247339AA
Spark plugSP148183AD
Battery56029759AB alt 56029775AA
Front wiper blades68359568AC alt 68359569AC
Serpentine belt04861997AA
Thermostat05047264AB alt 05047861AD
Cabin air filter68585743AA

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic 9-spd

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length173.2 in
Overall width70.9 in
Overall height66.9 in
Wheelbase103.1 in
Curb weight3327 lb
Track (front / rear)61.4 / 61.4 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)59/41

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined22 / 30 / 25 mpg
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Compass of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

9.7 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 9.70 sec — 2022 High Altitude
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2022High Altitude 2.4L I-49.70 sec17.30 sec177 hpAWD
2021Trailhawk 2.4L I-410.40 sec17.70 sec180 hpAWD
2023Latitude 2.0L Turbo I-47.50 sec15.80 sec200 hpAWD
2023Altitude 2.0L Turbo I-47.90 sec16.10 sec200 hpAWD
2023Trailhawk 2.0L Turbo I-48.10 sec16.20 sec200 hpAWD
2018Limited 2.4L I-48.70 sec16.70 sec180 hpFWD
2018Sport 2.4L I-49.30 sec17.10 sec180 hpAWD
2017Sport 2.4L I-48.40 sec16.60 sec180 hp4x4

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 5.5 qt of 0W-20 engine oil, Synthetic · 75W-90 · GL-5 in the differential, DOT 4 · DOT 4 · DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 100.0 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 20.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity948TE
Brake FluidDOT 4 · DOT 4 · DOT 3
Differential Gear OilSynthetic · 75W-90 · GL-5
Differential Gear Oil Capacity0.63 qt
Engine Coolant Capacity6.8 qt
Engine Oil0W-20 · MS-6395
Engine Oil Capacity5.5 qt

Engine torques

Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt(s)6.6 ft-lbs
Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt(s)6.6 ft-lbs
Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or StudsM6 Bolts: 9 ft-lbs, M8 Bolts: 22 ft-lbs
Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor Bolt(s)13.0 ft-lbs
Oxygen (O2S) Sensor Bolt(s)37.0 ft-lbs
Knock Sense (KS) Bolt(s)21.0 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts25.0 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug20.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Differential Fill PlugRDM: 44.0 ft-lbs
Differential drain PlugRDM: 44.0 ft-lbs
Lug Nuts100.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Spark Plug ManufacturerMopar
Spark Plug Gap0.047" in
Spark Plug Torque18.0 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

Oil GroupPAG
Oil TypeND-Oil 12
Oil Capacity3.0 oz
Standard BCI Group Number86
Standard BCI Cranking Performance525 cca
Standard BCI Cranking PerformanceMP Body: 525 cca

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier Torque26.0 ft-lbs
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt TorqueFront: 110.0 ft-lbs; Rear: 40.0 ft-lbs
ABS Sensor Torque6.5
Solid Rotor Minimum Thickness for ReplacementDiscard Rotors if Minimum Machining levels
Solid Rotor Minimum Thickness after RefinishFront: 1.024; Rear: 0.394

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Inspection Procedure (Lower) — tightening sequence 1 stages
1Tire and wheel assembly can now be removed. Step 3: Attach a dial indicator mount to the steering knuckle and align the plunger in the direction of the ball joint stud axis. Plunger should be touching the bottom of the ball joint in lower control arm. Step 4: Zero dial indicator by pushing up on the lower control arm. Step 5: Insert a pry bar between lower control arm and knuckle from the front of vehicle. Step 6: Push up the knuckle from the lower control arm until the needle of the indicator stops moving. Step 7: Document reading on dial and replace lower ball joint if reading exceeds specifications.
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages
17.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 12.0 ft. lbs., Step 3: 26.0 ft. lbs., Step 4: 158-162° without the use of a torque wrench.7 ft. lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
122 ft. lbs., Step 2: 5122 ft. lbs
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages

Prep Bolts stamped with the letter B or the number 6 use the following torque procedure.

111 ft. lbs., Step 2: 20 ft. lbs., Step 3: 45 degrees; Bolts stamped with the letter M.11 ft. lbs
111 ft. lbs., Step 2: 33 ft. lbs., Step 3: 45 degrees11 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the spark plugs every 100,000 mi; coolant at 150,000 mi. The big-interval services (at 150,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 10,000 miBattery (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Driveshaft U-Joint (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level) · Engine Coolant System Hoses (inspect)
Every 12,000 miCabin Air Filter (replace)
Every 20,000 miBrake Linings (inspect) · Suspension System (inspect) · Tie Rod (inspect)
Every 30,000 miEngine Air Filter Element (replace)
Every 100,000 miPCV Valve (replace) · Spark Plugs (replace)
At 150,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Drive Belt Tensioner (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)

Owner how-tos

Condensed service procedures for routine maintenance. Procedures that require dealer diagnostic equipment are identified and summarized only.

Common procedures

Key fob — remote (RKE) programming programming new fob buttons Dealer tool OEM · verified
Tool requiredDRBIII scan tool (dealer / locksmith)
WhyTransmitter codes are written into the receiver in the passenger door module
Anti-theft (SKIS) — module initialization after immobilizer module replacement Dealer tool OEM · verified
When neededAfter Sentry Key Immobilizer Module (SKIM) replacement
Tool requiredDRBIII scan tool
Also requiredThe vehicle's four-digit PIN code

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

In the federal complaint record, 2022 shows 217 complaints, 4 recalls, 0 investigations, and a total of 380 TSBs. That complaint level is higher than the 76 complaints recorded in 2021 but far below the 927 complaints of 2018, indicating a mid‑range volume for the model year. The 2022 complaints are dominated by Electrical System (35) and Exterior Lighting (22), with a combined 17 reports in both categories. No fire‑related complaints were logged, and only 11 crash complaints were reported, while the recall count matches the low single‑digit figures seen in 2021 and 2020. Consequently, the 2022 Jeep Compass presents a relatively stable ownership profile with manageable issues, making it a sensible used‑vehicle choice pending verification of outstanding recalls.

4
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
380
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
217
Owner complaints
11 involved a crash · 0 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★
Frontal★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 217 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Electrical System35
Exterior Lighting22
Electrical System,Exterior Lighting17
Unknown Or Other16
Lane Departure,Forward Collision Avoidance11
Engine10
Electrical System,Engine7
Power Train6

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 4 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

22V248000Seats:Front Assembly:Head RestraintReported 14/04/2022

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Jeep Compass vehicles. The front seat head restraints were not welded properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle… Remedy: Dealers will replace both front seat head restraints, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 3, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at…

23V058000Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/PanelReported 09/02/2023

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Jeep Compass vehicles. The instrument panel center cluster display may be insufficiently illuminated and may not appear visible during daytime driving conditions. As… Remedy: Dealers will replace the windshield and headlamp switch, add a light sensor module, and add a wiring jumper harness to allow the instrument panel center cluster display…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 380 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
21-042-26 REV. A2026-06-30Power TrainNot applicable to vehicles built for US market. 1.5L Transmission Diagnosis Service…
1126402026-06-30EngineTHROTTLE BODY – NONE
1126392026-06-30EngineTHROTTLE BODY – NONE
S2508000025 REV.A2026-06-26Electrical SystemInstrument Panel Cluster (IPC) and Radio Compass Display has Dashes (--)
1129802026-06-22Electrical SystemCAMERA - REAR VIEW

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2022 Compass take?

5.5 qt of Mopar, Pennzoil or Shell Helix 0W-20 meeting MS-6395. Always refer to engine oil filler cap for correct grade., per the factory manual.

Does the 2022 Compass have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Compass get?

EPA figures are 22 city / 30 highway / 25 combined mpg.