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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 13V120000

2012 Jeep Compass | 2012 Jeep Patriot — Fuel system, gasoline

Published April 3, 2013 · Recall initiated: April 3, 2013

Summary

NHTSA records recall 13V120000, published April 3, 2013. Recalling firm: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC); 2012 Jeep Compass | 2012 Jeep Patriot — Fuel system, gasoline.

What's the hazard

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.

What to do

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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Recall details

Brand
JEEP
Model
COMPASS
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Lot
2012 JEEP COMPASS | 2012 JEEP PATRIOT
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2012 Jeep Compass | 2012 Jeep Patriot — Fuel system, gasoline recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 13V120000 on April 3, 2013. Reported hazard: 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.

What should I do if I have this product?

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.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: JEEP. Model: COMPASS.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)