2015 Jeep Patriot

US NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:	15V878000
Mfg's Report Date:	DEC 22, 2015
Component:	STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
Potential Number Of Units Affected:	60140

Summary:
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015 Jeep Compass and Patriot vehicles manufactured January 1, 2015, to May 11, 2015. During assembly, the power steering hose retention clamp may have been installed at an incorrect location, resulting in the detachment of the low pressure return hose.

Consequence:
If the power steering fluid return hose detaches, it would leak fluid and increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the return power steering hose clamp, repositioning the clamp as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on February 5, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R68.

Dates of Manufacture:
DEC 31, 2014 to MAY 10, 2015

Manufacturer Recall Number:
R68

The safety ratings and information is provided directly from the
Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)