Recall 12V-142
CHRYSLER GROUP LLC recalled the 2012 Jeep Compass and 1 other model: Fuel system, gasoline (storage, tank assembly).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 12V-142
- Reported
- April 3, 2012
- Vehicles affected
- 1,689 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2012 jeep patriot and compass vehicles manufactured from december 17, 2011, through january 2, 2012. Some vehicles may have been built with a fuel tank assembly containing a damaged roll-over valve.
The risk
In the event of an impact or roll-over, fuel leakage could occur, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about may 25, 2012. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Chryslers recall number is m11.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administrations vehicle safety hotline at 1-[removed] (tty 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Jeep Compass 2012
- Jeep Patriot 2012