| Issue ID | 1606794 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11265847 |
| Manufacurer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
| Brand | JEEP |
| Model | COMPASS |
| Model Year | 2013 |
| File date | 01/09/19 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Tl* the contact owns a 2013 jeep compass. While driving 30 mph, the steering wheel seized and extra force was needed to steer the vehicle. The contact also stated that the transmission felt like it downshifted while driving. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the outer tie rod needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vin was unknown. The failure mileage was 110,000. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 110000 |
| Number of Occurences | |
| Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
| City and State | SYRACUSE, NY |
| VIN pattern | XXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | N |
| Was part original equipment? | |
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| Date of purchase | 06/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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| Vehicle speed | 30 |
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