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2022-2023 Jeep Compass Key Fob Inoperative TSB

Owners of 2022-2023 Jeep Compass vehicles may experience an inoperative key fob or a "low fob battery" message. A manufacturer communication (NHTSA ID 10248514) advises replacing the entire key fob, not just the battery, for this issue.

ByAhmet Topcu — Founder & Editor-in-ChiefAutomated summary2023 Jeep Compass
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Jeep Compass
2022

Symptoms of an Inoperative Key Fob

Owners of 2022-2023 Jeep Compass vehicles might encounter issues with their key fobs. The primary symptoms include the key fob being "Key fob inop" or receiving a "low fob battery" message. These issues can prevent the vehicle from starting or locking/unlocking remotely.

Important Warnings for Owners

It is crucial for owners and technicians to follow specific instructions regarding this issue. The manufacturer explicitly states: "Do not replace the keyfob battery, replace entire keyfob." Attempting to replace only the battery will not resolve the underlying problem. Furthermore, the dealer is instructed to "return the Keyfob and the low battery for analysis," indicating a need for the manufacturer to investigate the root cause of the problem.

Repair Procedure Summary

For a 2022-2023 Jeep Compass experiencing an inoperative key fob or a "low fob battery" warning, the recommended repair is to replace the entire key fob unit. This procedure, outlined in manufacturer communication NHTSA ID 10248514, ensures that the underlying issue is addressed, rather than just the symptom of a low battery.

Owner Action

If you own a 2022 or 2023 Jeep Compass and are experiencing an inoperative key fob or a "low fob battery" message, schedule an appointment with your authorized Jeep dealer. Inform them of the symptoms and mention manufacturer communication NHTSA ID 10248514. The dealer will diagnose the issue and replace the entire key fob as necessary. This ensures your Jeep Compass key fob inop problem is correctly resolved.


Source: NHTSA Manufacturer Communication 10248514

Frequently Asked Questions

What does "Key fob inop" mean for my Jeep Compass?
"Key fob inop" means your key fob is inoperative and not functioning correctly, which can prevent you from starting your 2022-2023 Jeep Compass or using its remote functions.
Can I just replace the battery in my Jeep Compass key fob if it's showing "low fob battery"?
No, a manufacturer communication (NHTSA ID 10248514) specifically advises against just replacing the battery. The entire key fob should be replaced by a dealer.
What should my dealer do if my Jeep Compass key fob is not working?
Your dealer should replace the entire key fob unit and return the old key fob and its battery to the manufacturer for analysis, as per the manufacturer's instructions.
Which Jeep Compass models are affected by this key fob issue?
This issue and the associated manufacturer communication (NHTSA ID 10248514) apply to 2022 and 2023 Jeep Compass models.

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 2023 model year

49 complaints, the 18th most of 20 model years on file. Owners reported 2 crashes, 0 fires and 1 injury for this year, which also has 2 recalls on file.

Electrical System, the system this article covers, accounts for 1,105 of 4,014 complaints (28%), including 15 for 2023.

Complaints by model year

Model years with the most complaints for the Jeep Compass
2007435
2011188
2012184
2014308
2016293
2017229
2018948
2019331
2022226
202349

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 2023 model year

  • 24V436000 — Back Over Prevention (Jun 2024)
  • 23V576000 — Electrical System (Aug 2023)
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Recent owner reports about electrical system

The contact owns a 2023 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that while driving at 65 MPH, the vehicle unexpectedly lost power and completely stalled. The warning message "Performance limited—fuel system error" illuminated.

2023 Jeep Compass owner, Oct 2026

Multiple electronic/body-control systems fail intermittently, confirmed by dealer diagnostics (DTC summary report, 5+ service visits): Active Lane Management/Blind Spot system shows "blind spot alert unavailable" and lane-keep faults, mainly during turns and…

2023 Jeep Compass owner, Sep 2026
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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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