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2012 Jeep Compass and Jeep Patriot recall: fuel system, gasoline

Chrysler Group LLC reported this safety recall on April 3, 2013. It covers about 20,799 vehicles.

vehicles affected
20,799
reported
Apr 3, 2013
owners notified
Jul 19, 2013
related complaints
146

Fuel system, gasoline

What is wrong
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.
Risk
If the engine stalls while driving it may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.

Recall number 13V120000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 146 complaints about fuel system problems.

2012 Jeep Compass2012 Jeep Patriot

Questions about recall 13V120000

Is there a recall on the 2012 Jeep Compass and Jeep Patriot fuel system, gasoline?

Yes. Recall 13V120000, reported on April 3, 2013, covers about 20,799 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 13V120000?

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.

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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