NHTSA Campaign 18V279000
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
Filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC).
NHTSA campaign 18V279000 covers 1 vehicle and concerns the suspension:front:control arm:lower arm. The repair is free.
What this recall covers
- The defect
- 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.
- The risk
- 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.
- 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.
Reported January 5, 2018
Vehicles covered by 18V279000 (1)
Jeep (1)
Is my car affected?
Being on this list means your year, make and model fall inside campaign 18V279000. It does not mean your individual car does: a campaign covers a range of VINs built in a specific window, and cars either side of that window are untouched.
Check the 17-character VIN from the driver-side dashboard or door jamb against NHTSA's lookup. If it is covered, the dealer must do the work free of charge, regardless of the car's age or mileage.