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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 15V878000

2015 Jeep Patriot | 2015 Jeep Compass — Steering: hydraulic power assist: hose, piping, and connections

Published December 23, 2015 · Recall initiated: December 23, 2015

Summary

NHTSA records recall 15V878000, published December 23, 2015. Recalling firm: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC); 2015 Jeep Patriot | 2015 Jeep Compass — Steering: hydraulic power assist: hose, piping, and connections.

What's the hazard

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.

What to do

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.

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Recall details

Brand
JEEP
Model
PATRIOT
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Lot
2015 JEEP PATRIOT | 2015 JEEP COMPASS
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2015 Jeep Patriot | 2015 Jeep Compass — Steering: hydraulic power assist: hose, piping, and connections recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 15V878000 on December 23, 2015. Reported hazard: 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.

What should I do if I have this product?

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.

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

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

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)