Recall 17V433000: 2017 Jeep Compass
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jul 7, 2017
- Vehicles affected
- 12,989
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017 Jeep Compass vehicles. The affected vehicles have User's Guides that contain incorrect information regarding the jump start procedure, specifically, the polarity of the battery terminals are reversed in the battery terminal graphic.
The risk
If a customer follows the User's Guide, they may hook up the battery jumper cables incorrectly, increasing their risk of injury.
The fix
Chrysler will notify owners and will replace the User's Guides with a corrected version, free of charge. The recall began August 22, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T46.
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.
Affected vehicles
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 17V433000
- Manufacturer campaign
- T46
- Manufacturer
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
- Owner letters
- Aug 22, 2017
- Components
- Equipment:other:owners/service/other manual (Other / Unknown)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology