If the lower control arm separates, it can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Suspension — Front — Control Arm — Lower Arm

Date Announced

MAY 01, 2018

Vehicles Affected

2,761

Jeep Recall #

U42

NHTSA Campaign #

18V279000

Summary

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Compass vehicles. The front lower control arms may be incorrectly welded, potentially resulting in a control arm separation.

Actions

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the front lower control arms, free of charge. The recall began May 31, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U42.

Documents (13)

• ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - 05/08/2018 New Safety Recall Advanced Communication – U42
• Recall Acknowledgement
• Defect Notice 573 Report
• ISSUED Renotification Notice
• U42 Fleet Communication
• Remedy Instructions and TSB - May 2018
• Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2018-3
• Recall Quarterly Report #3, 2018-4
• Recall Quarterly Report #4, 2019-1
• Remedy Instructions and TSB - Revised June 2018
• Recall Quarterly Report #5, 2019-2
• Recall Quarterly Report #6, 2019-3