| Issue ID | 1259713 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10824659 |
| Manufacurer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
| Brand | JEEP |
| Model | COMPASS |
| Model Year | 2016 |
| File date | 13/01/16 |
| Component | STEERING |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | While at milosch palace chrysler jeep dealership in lake orion i noticed the power steering return hose was contacting the front suspension sway bar at stationary curb condition. This is a design violation which i told fca about when i worked there in 2014. The issue has existed now from july of 2014 until now. The hose can wear a hole in it due to a 2 inch rubbing interference with suspension movement and the vehicle will lose steering assist and power steering fluid can spray in the exhaust system causing a fire. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 0 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | LAKE ORION, MI |
| VIN pattern | 1C4NJPFA4GDXXXXXX |
| 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 | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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| Vehicle speed | 0 |
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