Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) | NHTSA Recall #15V878000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 15V878000 by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc). Affecting model year 2015 jeep compass and patriot vehicles manufactured january 1, 2015, to may 11, 2015 Includes 60,140 affected units, Power Steering Hose Clamp Incorrectly Positioned, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2015 jeep compass and patriot vehicles manufactured january 1, 2015, to may 11, 2015

Defect 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.

Corrective Action

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 Overview

NHTSA ID: 15V878000
Report Received Date: 2015-12-23T00:00:00
Subject: Power steering hose clamp incorrectly positioned
Component: Steering
Potentially Affected Units: 60,140

Details

MFR Campaign Number: R68
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect 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.
Consequence Summary: If the power steering fluid return hose detaches, it would leak fluid and increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action: 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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 76.66

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NHTSA ID: 15V878000
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