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Jeep · United States · Crit

Jeep Patriot, Compass: Steering — and connections

Affects Jeep Patriot, Compass · 2015 — about 60K vehicles.

The hazard

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

What to do

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.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational