THOR COMPASS 2010: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: SOFTWARE
| Make : THOR | Model : COMPASS | Year : 2010 |
| Build Dates : 2008-05-06 - 2012-07-20 | ||
| NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 13V233000 | ||
| Date Owner's Notified: 2013-06-21 | Date Received by ODI: 2013-06-04 | Date Added to Database: 2013-06-04 |
| Manufacturers Involved: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (Stellantis) | ||
| Manufacturer's Responsible for the Recall: | ||
| Manufacturer Campaign Number: N01 | ||
| Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: SOFTWARE | ||
| Potential Number Of Units Affected : 254396 | ||
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Summary:
Chrysler Group LLC "Chrysler" is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Jeep Compass and Patriot vehicles manufactured May 6, 2008, through July 20, 2012. The affected vehicles have a software error which may result in a delayed deployment or non-deployment of the seatbelt pre-tensioners and/or side airbags. |
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Consequence:
In the event of a rollover necessitating airbag deployment, the software error can lead to a delayed deployment or non-deployment of the side curtain airbag and/or seatbelt pre-tensioners. As a result, vehicle occupants have an increased risk of injury in a crash. |
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Remedy:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will correct the software free of charge. The recall began June 21, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall number is N01. |
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| Report Initiator: MFR | V Report | |
| Regulation Part Number: | Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | |
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Notes:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov. |
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