NHTSA recall 13V-233 (13V233000)
seat belts recall reported June 4, 2013 - about 254,396 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 13V233000
- Also written as
- 13V-233
- Manufacturer number
- N01
- Reported
- June 4, 2013
- Vehicles affected
- ~254,396
- Component
- seat belts
What is being recalled
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.
Why it is dangerous
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.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
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.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 13V-233 when calling a dealer.
Affected 2 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.