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2015 Jeep Compass and Jeep Patriot recall: hose, piping, and connections

Chrysler (FCA Us LLC) reported this safety recall on December 23, 2015. It covers about 60,140 vehicles.

vehicles affected
60,140
reported
Dec 23, 2015
owners notified
Feb 5, 2016
related complaints
34

Steering: hydraulic power assist: hose, piping, and connections

What is wrong
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.
Risk
If the power steering fluid return hose detaches, it would leak fluid and increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
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.

Recall number 15V878000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 34 complaints about steering problems.

2015 Jeep Patriot

Questions about recall 15V878000

Is there a recall on the 2015 Jeep Compass and Jeep Patriot hose, piping, and connections?

Yes. Recall 15V878000, reported on December 23, 2015, covers about 60,140 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 15V878000?

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.

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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