| Issue ID | 1354183 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10949807 |
| Manufacurer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
| Brand | JEEP |
| Model | COMPASS |
| Model Year | 2007 |
| File date | 01/11/16 |
| Component | SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Tl* the contact owns a 2007 jeep compass. While driving approximately 45 mph, there was an abnormal burning odor and heat coming from the seat when the driver side seat heater was activated. The contact felt a pinch coming from the seat as well. Upon inspection, the contact noticed a hole burned into the seat and the contact's jacket. There were no injuries. The contact turned off the seat heater. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. An investigator was sent from chrysler to inspect the vehicle, but the diagnosis was not disclosed. The failure mileage was approximately 113,000. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 113000 |
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| Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
| City and State | KINGSTON, NY |
| VIN pattern | 1J8FF47W57DXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | Y |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | N |
| Was part original equipment? | |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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