NHTSA Recall # | 92917 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 12V142000 |
MFG Compaign # | M11 |
Manufacturer | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC |
Supplier | JEEP |
Brand | JEEP |
Model | PATRIOT |
Model Year | 2012 |
Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY |
Date of notification | 21/05/12 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 17/12/11 |
End date of manufacturing | 02/01/12 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 03/04/12 |
Report created | 03/04/12 |
Regulation part number | |
FMV safety standard number | |
Estimated number of affected units | 1689 |
Defect summary | 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. |
Consequence summary | In the event of an impact or roll-over, fuel leakage could occur, increasing the risk of a fire. |
Corrective action | 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. |
Recall notes | Chrysler |