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U0401 on JEEP COMPASS

Severity
Medium
NHTSA Reports
3
Most Affected
2014, 2015

What U0401 Means on Your JEEP COMPASS

Real JEEP COMPASS Owner Reports (Source: NHTSA Complaints Database)

"Code u0401. ecm/pcm. check engine light, esc light, and ecm lights came on while driving, jeep lost acceleration, and knocked when we came to a stop. incident hastened on a local road while moving at 45 mph. turned off vehicle and restarted. problem persisted and we had the vehicle towed home."

— 2014 JEEP COMPASS owner • POWER TRAIN • Filed 04/14/2018

"While driving on the highway on two separate occasions now, my jeep suddenly loses power and decelerates. the engine light, electronic throttle control light and stability control light come on, the jeep runs very rough and will not accelerate."

— 2015 JEEP COMPASS owner • VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),ENGINE • Filed 12/16/2018

Data from NHTSA Vehicle Complaints Database. All reports are filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.

Common Causes of U0401 on JEEP COMPASS

33.3%
33.3%
33.3%

Percentages based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

Complaint Trend by Year

2014
2
2015
1

What To Do Next

  1. 1
    Check for recalls on YOUR VIN

    Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your VIN. Free repairs if your vehicle is covered.

  2. 2
    Get a proper diagnosis

    A code alone doesn't tell you the exact failed part. A diagnostic at a shop ($50-$150) pinpoints the root cause before you spend money on parts.

  3. 3
    Compare repair quotes

    Get 2-3 quotes. Dealer vs independent shop prices often differ 30-50% for the same repair.

U0401 on Other Vehicles

Data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (U.S. Department of Transportation) and the SAE J2012 OBD-II standard. Code definitions follow the SAE J2012 / ISO 15031-6 standard. Owner reports are filed directly with NHTSA by vehicle owners. This information is provided for educational purposes only and should not replace professional automotive diagnosis. Always consult a qualified mechanic for vehicle repair decisions.

Last updated: March 2026