NHTSA recall 12V142000
Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly
Jeep Compass and 1 more
Reported Apr 3, 20121,689 vehicles affectedCHRYSLER GROUP LLCMaker’s number M11Built Dec 17, 2011 – Jan 2, 2012
The defect
Chrysler IS recalling certain model year 2012 jeep patriot and compass vehicles manufactured from december 17, 2011, through january 2, 2012. some vehicles may have been built with a fuel tank assembly containing a damaged roll-over valve.
The risk
In the event of an impact or roll-over, fuel leakage could occur, increasing the risk of a fire.
The remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. the safety recall IS expected to begin on or about may 25, 2012. owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.