Recall
Jeep Compass — 17V732000
NHTSA ID
17V732000
Make
Jeep
Model
Compass
Years Affected
2018
Recall Date
2017-11-21
Component
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Units Affected
27,210
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
T73
Summary
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Compass vehicles. The passenger side air bag assembly may have inflator mounting nuts loose within the module assembly.
Consequence
In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, unsecured inflator mounting nuts outside of the cushion assembly are potential projectiles that may strike the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger air bag module assembly, free of charge. The recall began December 28, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T73.