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2023 Jeep compass tire sizes & fitment

Approved tire and wheel sizes for the 2023 Jeep Compass, sourced from manufacturer fitment data and refreshed monthly.

Approved fitments

Tire size Rim size PCD (bolt pattern) Offset Load index Speed rating
215/65R17 OEM R17 N/A N/A N/A N/A
215/65R16 OEM 6.5x16 N/A 40mm 98 H
215/60R17 OEM 6.5x17 N/A 40mm 96 H
225/60R17 OEM 7x17 N/A 40mm 99 H
215/65R17 6.5x17 N/A 40mm 99 H
225/55R18 7x18 N/A 40mm 98 V
235/45R19 7.5x19 N/A 40mm 95 V
225/55R18 OEM R18 N/A N/A N/A N/A
235/45R19 OEM R19 N/A N/A N/A N/A
225/60R17 OEM R17 N/A N/A N/A N/A

Best by use case

Four tires, four jobs

Best all-season

Goodyear

Assurance MaxLife

all-season touring, UTQG 820, 85,000-mi warranty

Best budget

Goodyear

Assurance MaxLife

Lowest cost per mile in this size; UTQG 820

Best quiet

Michelin

Defender 2

68 dB cabin noise (EU label); quietest in this size

Best winter

Bridgestone

Blizzak WS90

Dedicated winter (premium compound); ice/snow grip

See the best tires for the Jeep Compass, ranked by category →

Tire recalls & safety complaints for the Jeep Compass →

Plus-size and winter-downsize options for every Jeep Compass factory size →

Compatible alternative sizes for 215/65R17

Sizes within the ETRTO ±3% overall-diameter safe-fit tolerance. Each row links to the size's own page.

Alternative size%Δ ODCategoryVerdict
195/65R18 -0.08% plus 1 Safe
235/65R16 0.08% alternative Safe
195/85R15 0.17% alternative Safe
235/70R15 -0.18% alternative Safe
185/75R17 -0.28% winter narrower Safe

For the full list of alternatives with comfort/handling impact, see 215/65R17 upsize options. To check an arbitrary size pair, use the tire compatibility calculator.

Check a different size against this vehicle

Type any tire size below; we'll compute its overall-diameter delta against the OEM 215/65R17 and verdict using the ETRTO ±3% rule.

Common upgrade paths

Use the plus-size calculator to evaluate any rim step against the OEM size.

How to choose tires for the 2023 jeep compass

The 2023 Jeep Compass ships from the factory on 215/65R17 tires mounted on R17 wheels. 6 approved fitments are documented for this model year, allowing some flexibility between performance, comfort, and winter compounds. The Compatible alternative sizes table above lists every safe substitution within the ETRTO ±3% overall-diameter tolerance.

Tire choice on the Jeep Compass comes down to three trade-offs that matter more than brand loyalty: load index (must equal or exceed the OEM number), speed rating (must match or exceed the placard), and UTQG treadwear (higher means longer life, lower usually means stickier rubber). Owners replacing factory tires with the same compound class, for example all-season for all-season, generally see no change in ride characteristics or fuel economy. Switching categories (performance summer to all-season touring, for example) is where the trade-offs show up at the contact patch.

For 2023 Jeep Compass owners considering a plus-size upgrade, the safer option is a Plus-1 step (one rim size up with a 10-point aspect drop and ~10 mm of additional section width). Plus-2 is technically viable on this chassis if the alternative-sizes table lists a Plus-2 candidate within tolerance, but expect a meaningful ride-harshness penalty and a tire-cost premium of 30–60% per tire relative to the OEM fitment. For winter use the recommended pattern is one width step down (e.g. from a 235 to a 225) with the aspect ratio bumped up to preserve overall diameter; narrower tires apply higher contact pressure per square inch on snow, which translates directly into shorter braking distances. The plus-size calculator evaluates any specific rim step against this OEM size.

Before purchasing, verify the tire size on the driver-door placard of your specific 2023 Jeep Compass, since trim levels and option packages can shift the original fitment from what is documented here. The placard reading is the authoritative source per FMVSS 110, and dealers will reference the placard rather than aftermarket catalogs when validating warranty claims.

NHTSA-reported issues for 2023 jeep compass

21
Complaints
0
Crashes
0
Injuries
0
Deaths

Top issue category: Tires (General)

Most reported: Tires (General) (15) · TPMS (4) · Spare Tire (2)

Reported across: 2007 – 2022 (8 years)

What owners described

Sidewall failure is the most common description, in 20% of these reports. Percentages are shares of the 15 reports covering every model year of the Jeep Compass that include a written account; a single report can describe more than one problem, so they do not total 100%.

Reported problemThis subjectAll tire complaintsRelative
Sidewall failure 20% 15% 1.3×
Pressure-monitoring (TPMS) fault 13% 2% 5.6×
Bubble or bulge in the tire 7% 6% 1.1×
Cracking or dry rot 7% 9% 0.7×

Mileage at failure

6 of these reports state an odometer reading. The middle report is at 27,203 miles, with 8 in 10 falling between 4,500 and 80,000 miles.

In owners' own words

Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA about Jeep Compass. Reports are published by NHTSA as filed and are lightly cleaned here only to remove intake codes.

TIRE LOW AIR INDICATOR CAME ON AND TIRE WENT FLAT. I LOOKED AT TIRE AND REFILLED WITH AIR JUST ABOVE THE SIDE WALL INTO THE TREAD ON THE TOP SIDE OF THE TIRE WAS THREE HOLES UP TO 1/4 AND THE SIDE WALL HAD A BUBBLE THREE INCHES ACROSS JUST ABOUT 3 INCHES BELOW THE THREE HOLES. I HIT NOTHING AND DID NOT DAMAGE THE SIDEWALL. THE DEALER AUTO NATION IN SPRING TX ACTED LIKE A 3RD GRADER SHRUGGED HIS SHOULDERS AND SAID TAKE IT TO A FIRESTONE DEALER.

NHTSA complaint 1045558 · 2014 vehicle

THE TIRE PRESSURE MONITORS ARE SENDING FALSE INFORMATION TO THE COMPUTER. DEALER IS NOT ABLE TO FIND PROBLEM OR CORRECT. IT IS A SAFETY ISSUE BECAUSE IT IS GIVING FALSE INFORMATION TO THE DRIVER AND HE/SHE MAY BE DRIVING WITH A TIRE THAT IS NOT PROPERLY INFLATED.

NHTSA complaint 1086062 · 2011 vehicle

PURCHASED THE BRIDGESTONE TURANZA EL400-02 AFTER 20,000 MILES HAD A FLAT. TOOK THE TIRE BACK TO WHERE PURCHASED AND THEY SAID THEY DIDN'T SEE ANY REASON FOR THE FLAT AND THE TIRE HAD CRACKS INSIDE THE TIRE AND ALSO ALL THE TIRES NEEDED TO BE REPLACED BECAUSE THERE WASN'T ANY TREAD LEFT ON THEM. THESE ARE RATED FOR 80,000 MILES AND SHOULD LAST LONGER THAN 1/4 OF THE RATED MILEAGE. THESE TIRES ARE DANGEROUS AND THEY SHOULD NOT BE ALLOWED TO SELL THEM.

NHTSA complaint 892868 · 2007 vehicle

The contact called on behalf of her daughter who owns a 2020 Jeep Compass equipped Continental Tires, Tire Line: Contipro Contact, Tire Size: 235/45/R19, DOT Number: A35LWBJD3419. The contact stated that while her daughter was driving approximately 35-45 mph, the front passenger's side tire felt as though it was losing air pressure. The driver pulled over to the side of the road and required assistance to inflate the tire. The driver noticed that the sidewall of the tire was bulging out. The tires were brought to a local tire shop and the tire was patched. The contact learned of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 18T012000 (Tires) and 18T006000 (Tires). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and confirmed that the tire was not included. The approximate failure mileage was 4,500.

NHTSA complaint 1748275 · 2020 vehicle

Complaints are voluntarily submitted to the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation and are not verified by NHTSA; they represent owner-reported problems, not proven defects. Counts can be useful as a relative quality signal across comparable tires or vehicles.

Frequently asked questions

What size tires fit a 2023 Jeep Compass?
The OEM tire size for the 2023 Jeep Compass is 215/65R17 mounted on R17 wheels.. Trim levels and option packages can shift the original fitment; confirm against your specific vehicle's driver-door placard before purchase.
Can I run a different tire size on my 2023 Jeep Compass?
Plus-sizing (larger rim, lower aspect) is possible within ±3% of the OEM overall diameter per the ETRTO safe-fit standard. The Compatible alternative sizes table on this page lists every safe option for the OEM size. Always confirm with the manufacturer or a qualified tire shop before deviating from the placard.
Where can I buy tires for my 2023 Jeep Compass?
Online tire retailers in our affiliate network carry every size documented for this vehicle. Use the Shop online buttons above to compare prices across them; variance of $20–$40 per tire is common between merchants. The <a href="/tools/tire-install-cost-calculator/">install cost calculator</a> estimates the out-the-door including mount, balance, TPMS, and disposal by state.
What is the recommended tire pressure for the 2023 Jeep Compass?
The cold-inflation pressure is printed on the driver-door placard of your specific vehicle and varies by trim, tire size, and loaded vs unloaded condition. Typical OEM front and rear pressures fall between 30 and 36 psi for passenger trims and 32–40 psi for SUV/truck variants, but the placard is the authoritative source.
Can I fit winter tires in a different size on my 2023 Jeep Compass?
Yes; the standard winter-tire fitment pattern is one width step narrower than OEM (e.g. 225 → 215) with the aspect ratio bumped up to preserve overall diameter. Narrower tires increase contact pressure on snow for better traction. The Compatible alternative sizes table includes any winter-friendly options that fall within ±3% OD for this vehicle.
How often should I rotate the tires on my 2023 Jeep Compass?
Every 5,000–7,500 miles is the typical OEM recommendation for passenger vehicles. AWD vehicles and high-torque trucks benefit from the shorter interval. Documented rotation history is also a tire-warranty prerequisite; most manufacturer treadwear claims require rotation receipts at the warranty inspection.

For broader tire questions; replacement timing, UTQG, EV-specific tires, winter swaps; see the tire FAQ.

Sources for this page

  1. Vehicle owner's manual tire & wheel placard; door-jamb placard on the Jeep Compass is the authoritative source for OEM tire size, load index, and cold-inflation pressure for your specific trim.
  2. NHTSA SaferCar; recall lookup for the 2023 Jeep Compass.
  3. ETRTO 2024 Standards Manual §2.3; overall-diameter math used for the alternative-size verdicts above.
  4. Tire & Rim Association 2025 Yearbook; load-index to maximum-load reference.

Last verified 2026-10-07.