2012 Jeep Compass and Jeep Patriot recall: tank assembly
Chrysler Group LLC reported this safety recall on April 3, 2012. It covers about 1,689 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 1,689
- reported
- Apr 3, 2012
- owners notified
- May 21, 2012
- related complaints
- 146
Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly
- 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.
- Risk
- In the event of an impact or roll-over, fuel leakage could occur, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- 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 1‑800‑853‑1403.
Recall number 12V142000
Affected vehicles
- Jeep Compass 2012 2012
- Jeep Patriot 2012 2012
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 146 complaints about fuel system problems.
Questions about recall 12V142000
Is there a recall on the 2012 Jeep Compass and Jeep Patriot tank assembly?
Yes. Recall 12V142000, reported on April 3, 2012, covers about 1,689 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 12V142000?
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 1‑800‑853‑1403.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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