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Service bulletins for the 2016 Jeep Compass

A bulletin is a manufacturer's communication to its dealers, as NHTSA indexes it. The summary is NHTSA's. The document is the manufacturer's: read it at NHTSA. A bulletin is not a recall, and listing a model year does not mean every vehicle of it is concerned.

145 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.

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08-115-152019-05-20. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Hands Free Feature Inoperative This bulletin involves updating the Hands Free Module (HFM) software. The customer may notice that the hands free feature (Bluetooth) does not work. On further inspection Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC), U0197 - Lost Communication With Hands Free Phone Module may be found.
21-042-15 REV-A2018-11-19. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN. Flash: Transmission Shift And Drivability Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Transmission Control Module (TCM) with the latest available software. Customers may experience one of the following: ? Calibration will prevent unintentional engagement of AutoStick (Manual Mode) when shifter is bumped or tapped. ? Poor shift quality or a delayed shifts.
Z5091195A$2018-06-11. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM); EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. RES / RHA / REB radio that supports Bluetooth and Hands-Free For issues with Bluetooth, Hands-Free Calling, and/or Voice Commands, DO NOT replace the radio. Diagnose the Hands-Free Module system (also called the Telematics Module). The Telematics Module (and associated components) is the system responsible for these features. A power cycle may be required for the hands-free module for proper diagnosis.~ Please reference; 8T - Navigation/Telecommunication Diagnosis and Testing (DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - HANDS FREE PHONE)
08-043-162018-06-04. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT. Flash: Wireless Control Module (WCM) Diagnostic And System Enhancements This bulletin involves updating the Wireless Control Module (WCM) with new software. A small number of customers may experience a no crank, no start or Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation a technician may find one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): B1A25 - INVALID KEY. B1A29 - SKIM Basestation Mismatch.
68232878A$2018-05-07. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY; POWER TRAIN. MODULE, Totally Integrated Power (TIPM) For MK vehicles ONLY; If the customer experiences a no start due to dead battery; If the battery is dead due to radiator cooling fan stuck on (Fan runs during battery charging with key off). Before replacing the TIPM for this issue please contact Saji John at cell (248) 890- 0324, or Rob Samko at cell (248) 379-4093. If response is not received within 15 minutes, continue with normal repair procedure.
05091960A$2018-03-13. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Hands Free Module - CTM ? Peiker Before replacing the Hands Free Module (HFM), please contact Gaurav Saxena at cell (248) 260-0583 or Tim Kraft at cell (248) 766-5826 ~ IMPORTANT - do not reset the HFM, clear codes or perform a battery reset before calling. Engineering is currently root causing this issue and your assistance is greatly appreciated. Seeking vehicles with HFM in a locked state, inoperative, or offline. If unable to reach this person within 15 minutes, then proceed with the necessary repair.
68232878A$2018-02-21. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. MODULE, Totally Integrated Power (TIPM) For MK vehicles ONLY; If the customer experiences a no start due to dead battery; If the battery is dead due to radiator cooling fan stuck on (Fan runs during battery charging with key off). Before replacing the TIPM for this issue please contact Saji John at cell (248) 890- 0324, or Rob Samko at cell (248) 379-4093. If response is not received within 15 minutes, continue with normal repair procedure.
90027182017-11-03. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Hands Free Module - Convergence Telematics Module (CTM) Before replacing the Hands Free Module (HFM), please contact Gaurav Saxena at cell (248) 260-0583 or Tim Kraft at cell (248) 766-5826 ~ IMPORTANT - do not reset the HFM, clear codes or perform a battery reset before calling. Engineering is currently root causing this issue and your assistance is greatly appreciated. Seeking vehicles with HFM in a locked state, inoperative, or offline. If unable to reach this person within 15 minutes, then proceed with the necessary repair.
90032312017-11-03. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. RHB/RBZ Radio For JK, MK, and RT ONLY: RHB/RBZ radio that supports Bluetooth and Hands- Free For issues with Bluetooth, Hands-Free Calling, and/or Voice Commands, DO NOT replace the radio. Diagnose the Hands-Free Module system (also called the Telematics Module). The Telematics Module (and associated components) is the system responsible for these features. Please reference; 8T - Navigation/Telecommunication Diagnosis and Testing (DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - HANDS FREE PHONE
90036322017-11-03. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Rear Differential If you are diagnosing 2016 model year vehicle with a shudder issue while the vehicle is turning complete the following diagnostics.~ Drive the vehicle forward approximately 15 feet.~ Bring the vehicle to a complete stop.~ Turn the steering wheel approximately 270 degrees, either direction will be fine. Apply light throttle to move the vehicle into the turn.~ If the shudder is felt repeat the steps with the Electronic Coupler disconnected from its electrical source. If problem is no longer present replace the Electronic Coupler (5157017AA or 3570A007 depending on the vehicles options) and not the Differential. If the problem persists continue with your diagnostics
05091326A$2017-11-03. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. RHB/RBZ Radio For JK, MK, and RT ONLY: RHB/RBZ radio that supports Bluetooth and Hands- Free. For issues with Bluetooth, Hands-Free Calling, and/or Voice Commands, DO NOT replace the radio. Diagnose the Hands-Free Module system (also called the Telematics Module). The Telematics Module (and associated components) is the system responsible for these features. Please reference; 8T - Navigation/Telecommunication Diagnosis and Testing (DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - HANDS FREE PHONE)
18-048-162016-07-14. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM); ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. SYMPTOM/CONDITION: A small number of customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) set in the PCM memory: · P0335 - Crankshaft Position Sensor Circuit. · P0456 - Evap System Small Leak.
18-048-162016-07-07. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. OVERVIEW: This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest available software. OVERVIEW: This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest available software.

The summaries are NHTSA's. Each bulletin's page links NHTSA's copy of the manufacturer's document.