NHTSA Recall 13V233000
NHTSA Campaign Id 13V233000; Date: Jun. 4, 2013
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 risk of injury in a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2010 Jeep Compass; 2011 Jeep Compass; 2012 Jeep Compass; 2010 Jeep Patriot; 2011 Jeep Patriot; 2012 Jeep Patriot
Component: Air Bags:side/window
Manufactured by: Chrysler Group Llc
Affected Units:: 254,396
Recall Summary:
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.
How to Fix:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will correct the software free of charge. The recall began June 21, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall number is n01.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jun 21, 2013
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