NHTSA Recall 15V878000
NHTSA Campaign Id 15V878000; Date: Dec. 23, 2015
If the power steering fluid return hose detaches, it would leak fluid and increase the risk of a fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2015 Jeep Compass; 2015 Jeep Patriot
Component: Steering:hydraulic Power Assist:hose, Piping, And Connections
Manufactured by: Chrysler (fca Us Llc)
Affected Units:: 60,140
Recall Summary:
Chrysler (fca us LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015 Jeep compass and patriot vehicles manufactured January 1, 2015, to may 11, 2015. During assembly, the power steering hose retention clamp may have been installed at an incorrect location, resulting in the detachment of the low pressure return hose.
How to Fix:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the return power steering hose clamp, repositioning the clamp as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on February 5, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is r68.
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: Feb 5, 2016
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