Fuel tank transfer tube may cause stall
Defect Summary
Chrysler group llc (chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2012 jeep patriot and compass vehicles manufactured october 18, 2011, through may 7, 2012. due to an incorrectly manufactured transfer tube, the transfer of fuel from the secondary side to the primary side of the fuel tank may be interrupted, causing the engine to stall.
Safety Consequence
If the engine stalls while driving it may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank transfer tube free of charge. an interim letter was mailed to owners on may 30, 2013. owners were notified by chrysler on july 19, 2013, that parts are now available. owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403. chrysler's recall campaign number is n17.
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FAQ: Recall 13V120000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 13V120000?
NHTSA recall 13V120000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on April 3, 2013. It addresses: Fuel tank transfer tube may cause stall. The recall affects approximately 20,799 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 13V120000 or the manufacturer campaign number N17. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.