Service-Bulletin

2022-2024 Jeep Wipers and Headlamps Inoperative TSB

A manufacturer communication, NHTSA ID 10248580, addresses the issue of inoperative rain sensing auto wipers and auto on headlamps in certain 2022-2024 Jeep Compass, Wagoneer, and Grand Cherokee models. Owners experiencing this issue should consult their dealer.

ByAhmet Topcu — Founder & Editor-in-ChiefAutomated summary2022 Jeep Compass
2022 Jeep Compass — Jeep Compass wipers headlamps inoperative
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Jeep Compass
2023–2024
Jeep Grand Cherokee
2022–2024
Jeep Grand Wagoneer
2022–2024
Jeep Wagoneer
2022–2024

Symptoms

Owners of affected 2022-2024 Jeep models may experience a condition where their Jeep Compass wipers headlamps inoperative. This means the automatic functions for both the windshield wipers and the headlights will not operate as intended.

Diagnosis and Repair

A manufacturer communication, identified by NHTSA ID 10248580, has been issued to address the condition where the Jeep Compass wipers headlamps inoperative. This communication provides guidance to technicians on how to diagnose and resolve issues related to the VISIBILITY/WIPER component system. While specific repair steps are not detailed in the summary, such communications typically involve software updates, sensor calibration, or component inspection and replacement.

What Owners Should Do

If you own a 2022-2024 Jeep Compass or other affected Jeep model and are experiencing issues with your rain sensing auto wipers or auto on head lamps, it is recommended to contact your authorized Jeep dealer. Inform them about the "Rain Sensing Auto Wipers and Auto on Head Lamps Inoperative" condition and mention the manufacturer communication NHTSA ID 10248580. The dealer will be able to perform the necessary diagnostics and repairs according to the manufacturer's guidelines.

Source: NHTSA ID 10248580

Frequently Asked Questions

What does "Rain Sensing Auto Wipers and Auto on Head Lamps Inoperative" mean for my Jeep?
This means that the automatic functions for your vehicle's windshield wipers, which typically activate when rain is detected, and your headlights, which automatically turn on in low light conditions, are not working.
Which Jeep models are affected by the inoperative wipers and headlamps?
This issue affects various 2022-2024 Jeep models, including the Compass, Wagoneer, Grand Wagoneer, and Grand Cherokee. A full list of affected vehicles is provided in the manufacturer communication.
What should I do if my Jeep's auto wipers and headlamps are not working?
If you experience the "Rain Sensing Auto Wipers and Auto on Head Lamps Inoperative" condition, you should schedule an appointment with an authorized Jeep dealership. They can diagnose the problem using the guidance from manufacturer communication NHTSA ID 10248580.
Is there a specific TSB or recall for this issue?
This issue is addressed by a manufacturer communication, NHTSA ID 10248580, which serves as a technical service bulletin (TSB) for dealers. It is not a recall, but it provides instructions for technicians to resolve the problem.

What Jeep Compass owners report

Counted from the records in our database across 20 model years.

4,014
Owner complaints
29
Recalls
1,555
Service bulletins
157
Crashes reported
54
Fires reported
118
Injuries reported

The 2022 model year

226 complaints, the 7th most of 20 model years on file. Owners reported 11 crashes, 0 fires and 6 injuries for this year, which also has 4 recalls on file.

Visibility/Wiper, the system this article covers, accounts for 52 of 4,014 complaints (1%), including 3 for 2022.

Complaints by model year

Model years with the most complaints for the Jeep Compass
2007435
2008172
2011188
2012184
2014308
2016293
2017229
2018948
2019331
2022226

Most-reported systems

  1. Engine — 1,268
  2. Electrical System — 1,105
  3. Power Train — 552
  4. Suspension — 363
  5. Fuel/Propulsion System — 315

Latest recalls for the 2022 model year

  • 24V436000 — Back Over Prevention (Jun 2024)
  • 23V576000 — Electrical System (Aug 2023)
  • 23V058000 — Electrical System (Feb 2023)
All 2022 recalls →

Recent owner reports about visibility/wiper

My cluster display has been on dark night mode since January 2023. I purchased the vehicle in April 2022. During the day, I cannot see the cluster display, and have missed gas warning lights, low tire lights, and other emergency lights due to the dimness of…

2022 Jeep Compass owner, Jun 2023

The whole dash is stuck on bright mode so when it is dark out it will not dim. They said it was my sensor. You can’t see nothing out the windshield because of how bright it is. So if a deer runs out in front of me I wouldn’t be able to see it tell last min.

2022 Jeep Compass owner, Jun 2023
Read owner complaints →

Complaints are owner reports filed with NHTSA. They are unverified, and counts depend on how many vehicles were sold, so they are not a failure rate.

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