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NHTSARecalled Dec 23, 2015 · #15V878000

Power Steering Hose Clamp Incorrectly Positioned

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

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. If the power steering fluid return hose detaches, it would leak fluid and increase the risk of a fire.

Product details

Product
  • Power Steering Hose Clamp Incorrectly Positioned
  • 2015 Jeep Compass and Patriot
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Model numbers
2015 Jeep
UPCs

What you should do

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.

View the official CPSC notice