| Issue ID | 1413226 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11032805 |
| Manufacurer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
| Brand | JEEP |
| Model | COMPASS |
| Model Year | 2018 |
| File date | 02/10/17 |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | In violation of fmvss section s 5. 3. 2. 2 (b) the vehicle's interior dashboard lights are not capable of being dimmed. They remain at brightest level regardless of any parking or headlight settings, and cannot be dimmed or turned off. This creates a dangerous condition during night time vehicle operation. Dealer has not been able to correct this even after two visits, and has made no progress in resolving this issue since vehicle purchased one month ago. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 100 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | SARANAC LAKE, NY |
| VIN pattern | 3C4NJDBB2JTXXXXXX |
| 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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