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VehicleJun 4, 2013254,396 affected

Jeep recall: Electrical system

What is wrong

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Jeep Compass and Patriot vehicles manufactured May 6, 2008, through July 20, 2012. The affected vehicles have a software error which may result in a delayed deployment or non-deployment of the seatbelt pre-tensioners and/or side airbags.

What could happen

In the event of a rollover necessitating airbag deployment, the software error can lead to a delayed deployment or non-deployment of the side curtain airbag and/or seatbelt pre-tensioners. As a result, vehicle occupants have an increased risk of injury in a crash.

The fix

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will correct the software free of charge. The recall began June 21, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall number is N01.

Vehicles covered

Facts

NHTSA recall number
13V233000
Type
Vehicle
Filed by
Chrysler Group LLC
Reported to NHTSA
Jun 4, 2013
Owners notified
Jun 21, 2013
Vehicles or items affected
254,396
Started by
The manufacturer
Built
May 6, 2008 to Jul 20, 2012
Part
Electrical system › Software; Seat belts; Air bags › Side/window
Maker's own recall number
N01

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

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