Recall 17V-433: 2017 Jeep Compass

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Jul 7, 2017, covering about 12,989 vehicles.

NHTSA number
17V-433
Report date
Jul 7, 2017
Vehicles affected
12,989
Owners notified
Aug 22, 2017

The problem

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017 Jeep Compass vehicles. The affected vehicles have User's Guides that contain incorrect information regarding the jump start procedure, specifically, the polarity of the battery terminals are reversed in the battery terminal graphic.

The risk

If a customer follows the User's Guide, they may hook up the battery jumper cables incorrectly, increasing their risk of injury.

The fix

Chrysler will notify owners and will replace the User's Guides with a corrected version, free of charge. The recall began August 22, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T46.

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.

Recall details

ManufacturerChrysler (FCA US LLC)
ComponentEquipment › Other › Owners/Service/Other Manual
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number17V433000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Jeep Compass2017All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 17V-433?

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017 Jeep Compass vehicles. The affected vehicles have User's Guides that contain incorrect information regarding the jump start procedure, specifically, the polarity of the battery terminals are reversed in the battery terminal graphic.

How is recall 17V-433 fixed?

Chrysler will notify owners and will replace the User's Guides with a corrected version, free of charge. The recall began August 22, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T46.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.