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2017-2018 Jeep Compass recall: instrument cluster/panel

Chrysler (FCA Us LLC) reported this safety recall on November 21, 2017. It covers about 25,823 vehicles.

vehicles affected
25,823
reported
Nov 21, 2017
owners notified
Dec 8, 2017
related complaints
466

Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel

What is wrong
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2017-2018 Jeep Compass vehicles. The brightness of the backlighting for the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) cannot be adjusted. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Controls and Displays."
Risk
An instrument cluster that is too bright, and cannot be dimmed, can reduce the driver's ability to see at night, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update IPC software, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 8, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T70.

Recall number 17V740000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 466 complaints about electrical problems.

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Questions about recall 17V740000

Is there a recall on the 2017-2018 Jeep Compass instrument cluster/panel?

Yes. Recall 17V740000, reported on November 21, 2017, covers about 25,823 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 17V740000?

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update IPC software, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 8, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T70.

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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