Jeep recall: Suspension
What is wrong
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Compass vehicles. The front lower control arms may be incorrectly welded, potentially resulting in a control arm separation.
What could happen
If the lower control arm separates, it can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the front lower control arms, free of charge. The recall began May 31, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U42.
Vehicles covered
- Jeep Compass 2018
Facts
- NHTSA recall number
- 18V279000
- Type
- Vehicle
- Filed by
- Chrysler (Fca Us LLC)
- Reported to NHTSA
- May 1, 2018
- Owners notified
- May 31, 2018
- Vehicles or items affected
- 2,761
- Started by
- The manufacturer
- Built
- Jan 12, 2018 to Jan 21, 2018
- Part
- Suspension › Front › Control arm › Lower arm
- Maker's own recall number
- U42
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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To check one car, enter its 17-character VIN on the official NHTSA page: a recall may cover only some vehicles of a model year.
Recall data: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Nebula is not affiliated with or endorsed by NHTSA.