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2017 Jeep Compass recalls

NHTSA's recall file lists 4 safety recall campaigns for the 2017 Jeep Compass. The most recent was reported on December 21, 2017. Campaigns are matched by the model names in NHTSA's records: COMPASS.

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Campaigns at a glance

Recall campaigns for the 2017 Jeep Compass, newest first
NHTSA numberReportedComponent
17V824000December 21, 2017Equipment
17V740000November 21, 2017Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel
17V433000July 7, 2017Equipment › Other › Owners/Service/Other Manual
17V301000May 9, 2017Power Train › Axle Assembly › Axle Shaft

Systems involved: Equipment (2) · Electrical System (1) · Power Train (1)

Recall records

NHTSA 17V824000Manufacturer no. T82

Equipment

Report received by NHTSA
December 21, 2017
Owner notification
February 14, 2018
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
61,791 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2017 Jeep Compass
May 5, 2017 – June 1, 2017
Model names in the NHTSA record
COMPASS

Defect summary

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling various Dodge, Chrysler, and RAM vehicles equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. A list of the affected trailer models is available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V824-0103.pdf. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf

Safety risk

If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began February 14, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 or Kidde customer service service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. Chrysler's number for this recall is T82.

Notes in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 17V824000, filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 17V740000Manufacturer no. T70

Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel

Report received by NHTSA
November 21, 2017
Owner notification
December 8, 2017
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
25,823 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2017 Jeep Compass
July 29, 2017 – September 11, 2017
Model names in the NHTSA record
COMPASS

Defect summary

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2017-2018 Jeep Compass vehicles. The brightness of the backlighting for the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) cannot be adjusted. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Controls and Displays."

Safety risk

An instrument cluster that is too bright, and cannot be dimmed, can reduce the driver's ability to see at night, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update IPC software, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 8, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T70.

Notes in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 17V740000, filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 17V433000Manufacturer no. T46

Equipment › Other › Owners/Service/Other Manual

Report received by NHTSA
July 7, 2017
Owner notification
August 22, 2017
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
12,989 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2017 Jeep Compass
October 17, 2016 – April 28, 2017
Model names in the NHTSA record
COMPASS

Defect summary

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.

Safety risk

If a customer follows the User's Guide, they may hook up the battery jumper cables incorrectly, increasing their risk of injury.

Remedy

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 in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 17V433000, filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 17V301000Manufacturer no. T26

Power Train › Axle Assembly › Axle Shaft

Report received by NHTSA
May 9, 2017
Owner notification
June 12, 2017
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
4,705 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2017 Jeep Compass
October 27, 2016 – June 1, 2017
Model names in the NHTSA record
COMPASS

Defect summary

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017 Jeep Compass vehicles equipped with a 6-speed transmission. The left front halfshaft may not be properly seated, and, as a result, it may disengage from the transmission and/or break.

Safety risk

If the left front halfshaft disengages or breaks, the vehicle will have a loss of drive. Additionally, if the vehicle is parked without using the parking brake, the vehicle may roll, despite being in 'Park.' Either condition may increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, dealers will inspect the left front halfshaft for engagement and replace any that are not properly engaged in the transmission, free of charge. The recall began on June 12, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T26.

Notes in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 17V301000, filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

Records reproduce NHTSA's published text for each campaign. Last record date for this page: December 22, 2017.