Recall
Jeep Patriot — 15V878000
NHTSA ID
15V878000
Make
Jeep
Model
Patriot
Years Affected
2015
Recall Date
2015-12-23
Component
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
Units Affected
60,140
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
R68
Summary
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.
Consequence
If the power steering fluid return hose detaches, it would leak fluid and increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
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.