Sell your 2010 Jeep Compass for cash

The 2010 Jeep Compass is a SUV that came with a choice of 2.0L 4-cyl and 2.4L 4-cyl engines. At 16 years old, many are reaching the point where repairs cost more than the car is worth. Running or not, we'll make you an offer and tow it away for free.

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2010 Jeep Compass at a glance

Body styleSport Utility Vehicle - 2WD, Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD
Engines2.0L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl
TransmissionsManual 5-spd, Automatic (variable gear ratios)
DriveFront-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline
Fuel economy21–23 city / 24–29 highway / 22–25 combined MPG
EPA annual fuel cost$2,700–$3,050 a year (EPA estimate at current fuel prices, 15,000 miles)
Tailpipe CO₂355–404 grams per mile
Versions tested by EPA6 configurations: Compass 2WD, Compass 4WD
Age16 years

Specs, fuel cost and emissions from the EPA's fueleconomy.gov data. Your car's exact equipment may differ.

What affects its junk value

  • Age: at 16 years old, most of a 2010 Compass's value comes from reusable parts and scrap metal, not resale.
  • Weight: as a SUV, it's heavier than a typical car, and scrap weight is a big part of any junk offer. See how scrap prices by weight work.
  • Catalytic converter: like all gas and diesel cars, it has a catalytic converter containing precious metals, one of the most valuable parts on a junk car. An offer assumes it's still in place. More on catalytic converters.
  • Recalls: NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2010 Compass. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking it.
  • Known problems: owners reported the most issues with the air bags, typically around 74,000 miles. If that's what failed on yours, it can still be sold as-is.

How junk car offers are calculated

2010 Jeep Compass recalls

NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls covering the 2010 Jeep Compass. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking the car, but check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which apply to yours.

Air BagsSep 2016 · NHTSA campaign 16V668000

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chrysler 200, 2010 Chrysler Sebring, 2010-2012 Dodge Caliber and 2010-2014 Jeep Patriot, Compass and Dodge Avenger vehicles. The Occupant Restraint Control (OCR) module may short circuit, preventing the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags from…

Risk: If the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a vehicle crash that necessitates deployment of these safety systems.

Electrical SystemJun 2013 · NHTSA campaign 13V233000

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Jeep Compass and Patriot vehicles manufactured May 6, 2008, through July 20, 2012. The affected vehicles have a software error which may result in a delayed deployment or non-deployment of the seatbelt pre-tensioners and/or side airbags.

Risk: In the event of a rollover necessitating airbag deployment, the software error can lead to a delayed deployment or non-deployment of the side curtain airbag and/or seatbelt pre-tensioners. As a result, vehicle occupants have an increased ri

Common 2010 Compass problems

Owners have filed 81 complaints about the 2010 Jeep Compass with NHTSA. 5 reports involved a crash and 3 reports involved a fire. Owners reported 7 injuries.

Complaints are reports from owners and aren't verified by NHTSA. One complaint can list several components. Mileage is the median odometer reading owners reported for that component.

Most-reported components

  • Air Bags18
  • Fuel/Propulsion System12
  • Structure12
  • Seat Belts11
  • Electrical System9
  • Unknown or Other9

Typical mileage when problems were reported

  • Air Bags74,000 mi
  • Fuel/Propulsion System89,000 mi
  • Structure80,000 mi
  • Seat Belts120,000 mi
  • Electrical System74,000 mi
  • Unknown or Other77,000 mi

2010 Jeep Compass crash test ratings

NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2010 Jeep Compass.

VersionOverallFrontal crashSide crashRolloverRollover risk
4 Dr, FWD/AWDNot rated——★★★★☆16.4%

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP). Ratings from different model years or rating systems aren't directly comparable.

2010 Jeep Compass service bulletins

Manufacturers have filed 61 technical service bulletins and communications with NHTSA covering the 2010 Jeep Compass. These are repair instructions for known issues, not recalls.

Most common bulletin topics

  • Equipment7
  • Structure6
  • Power Train5
  • Electrical System4
  • Seats4
  • Unknown or Other4

Recent bulletins

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsAug 2025 · 9100645

    Verify Reman part number availability. Order the "R" part number for all orders: Warranty, Mopar, customer pay and service contract. Order "68" part number for New unsold

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsAug 2025 · 9100653

    Verify Reman part number availability. Order the "R" part number for all orders: Warranty, Mopar, customer pay and service contract. Order "68" part number for New unsold

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsApr 2025 · 104087

    Actuator - a/c and heater

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsApr 2025 · 103954

    Actuator - a/c and heater

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSep 2023 · 9100226

    Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSep 2023 · 9100226

    Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

NHTSA defect investigations

NHTSA opened 1 defect investigation covering the 2010 Jeep Compass.

SeatsPE19014 · opened Sep 2019, closed Feb 2026

Active Head Rest Inadvertent Deployment

The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened PE19014 on September 9, 2019, to investigate 128 consumer complaints alleging that the Active Head Rest (AHR) inadvertently deployed without the occurrence of a crash or other rear impact event in model year (MY) 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles.When O

Other Jeep Compass years

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Selling a 2010 Compass: questions

How much is a 2010 Jeep Compass worth for junk?

It depends on its condition, whether major parts like the engine, transmission and catalytic converter are still there, and current scrap and parts prices where you live. As a heavier vehicle, its scrap weight adds to the offer. Enter your ZIP code above for a free offer on your specific car.

Can I junk a 2010 Compass that doesn't run?

Yes. We buy 2010 Compasss that don't start, were in an accident, failed inspection or have a blown engine or transmission. Towing is always free.

Can I sell a 2010 Compass with open recalls?

Yes. Open recalls don't prevent a junk sale. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2010 Jeep Compass; you can check whether any are still open on yours with the VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What paperwork do I need to sell my 2010 Compass?

Usually the title and a photo ID. Rules differ by state, including what to do with your plates and whether to file a notice of sale. Check our state-by-state car title guides for the official forms.

Before you sell

Sources

Data retrieved October 2026.

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